Orioles vs Twins starting pitchers
- Pablo Lopez for Minnesota Twins
- Cade Povich for Baltimore Orioles
Orioles vs Twins statistics
| Stat |
Orioles |
Twins |
| Hits |
1354 (7th) |
1334 (Tied-9th) |
| Batting Average |
.248 (10th) |
.247 (11th) |
| Runs Batted In |
737 (5th) |
696 (11th) |
| Runs |
764 (5th) |
736 (10th) |
| Home Runs |
228 (2nd) |
180 (Tied-13th) |
| Walks |
480 (15th) |
466 (Tied-19th) |
| Stolen Bases |
98 (18th) |
65 (Tied-29th) |
| Strikeouts |
1330 (18th) |
1288 (22nd) |
| Pitches |
23611 (7th) |
23000 (19th) |
Minnesota Twins recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/26/24 |
vs Miami Marlins |
L |
8-6 F/13 |
| 9/25/24 |
vs Miami Marlins |
W |
8-3 |
| 9/24/24 |
vs Miami Marlins |
L |
4-1 |
| 9/22/24 |
@ Boston Red Sox |
L |
9-3 |
| 9/22/24 |
@ Boston Red Sox |
L |
8-1 |
Baltimore Orioles recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/26/24 |
@ New York Yankees |
L |
10-1 |
| 9/25/24 |
@ New York Yankees |
W |
9-7 |
| 9/24/24 |
@ New York Yankees |
W |
5-3 |
| 9/22/24 |
vs Detroit Tigers |
L |
4-3 |
| 9/21/24 |
vs Detroit Tigers |
L |
6-4 F/10 |
Orioles vs Twins predictions
Heading into the game against the Minnesota Twins, several key Baltimore Orioles players look poised to make a significant impact. Gunnar Henderson, who’s been swinging a hot bat with a .284 average, might continue to find success at the plate, given the form he's shown this season. Anthony Santander, with his impressive 44 homers, is another player who could dramatically influence the game's outcome, especially if he connects well. The Orioles' pitching could hinge on Cade Povich, though his ERA of 5.59 suggests he might struggle against the Twins' lineup. If he can manage to keep his pitch count low and avoid giving up big hits, the Orioles might just hold their own.
On the flip side, the Minnesota Twins have their own set of weapons ready to respond. Pablo Lopez, with an ERA of 4.11 and 190 strikeouts, will likely be a formidable presence on the mound. His ability to silence bats could be crucial for the Twins. Offensively, Byron Buxton and Carlos Correa could be key. Buxton’s ability to turn games with his speed and power makes him a constant threat, while Correa’s knack for driving in crucial runs could come into play, especially in the late innings when pressure mounts.
Given the head-to-head matchup and current form, the Twins might have a slight edge in this upcoming series opener. While both teams boast significant firepower, Minnesota’s combination of strong pitching from Lopez and their potential for timely hitting gives them a favorable position. However, baseball is unpredictable, and if Santander and Henderson can exploit any slip-ups from Lopez, the Orioles could certainly flip the script. Let’s just say, it’s gearing up to be an exciting game, and it could really go either way. What do you think?
Minnesota Twins injuries
- Jose Miranda (3B): Day-To-Day
- Chris Paddack (SP): 60-Day-IL
- Kody Funderburk (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Max Kepler (RF): 10-Day-IL
- Matt Wallner (LF): 10-Day-IL
Baltimore Orioles injuries
- Burch Smith (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Jorge Mateo (2B): 60-Day-IL
- Felix Bautista (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Nate Webb (RP): Day-To-Day
- Grayson Rodriguez (SP): 15-Day-IL
Orioles vs Twins game info
| Venue |
Target Field |
| Location |
Minneapolis, Minnesota |
| First pitch |
Fri 8:10 PM |
| Temperature |
77° |
| Chance of Rain |
0% |
