Twins vs Red Sox starting pitchers
- Kutter Crawford for Boston Red Sox
- Zebby Matthews for Minnesota Twins
Twins vs Red Sox statistics
| Stat |
Twins |
Red Sox |
| Hits |
1294 (12th) |
1342 (6th) |
| Batting Average |
.248 (9th) |
.252 (6th) |
| Runs Batted In |
680 (12th) |
691 (10th) |
| Runs |
717 (Tied-10th) |
717 (Tied-10th) |
| Home Runs |
178 (13th) |
189 (Tied-8th) |
| Walks |
448 (23rd) |
463 (16th) |
| Stolen Bases |
65 (29th) |
138 (8th) |
| Strikeouts |
1255 (22nd) |
1508 (3rd) |
| Pitches |
22259 (22nd) |
23030 (7th) |
Boston Red Sox recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/20/24 |
vs Minnesota Twins |
L |
4-2 F/12 |
| 9/19/24 |
@ Tampa Bay Rays |
L |
2-0 |
| 9/18/24 |
@ Tampa Bay Rays |
W |
2-1 |
| 9/17/24 |
@ Tampa Bay Rays |
L |
8-3 |
| 9/15/24 |
@ New York Yankees |
L |
5-2 |
Minnesota Twins recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/20/24 |
@ Boston Red Sox |
W |
4-2 F/12 |
| 9/19/24 |
@ Cleveland Guardians |
L |
3-2 F/10 |
| 9/18/24 |
@ Cleveland Guardians |
L |
5-4 F/10 |
| 9/17/24 |
@ Cleveland Guardians |
W |
4-1 |
| 9/16/24 |
@ Cleveland Guardians |
L |
4-3 |
Twins vs Red Sox predictions
As the Minnesota Twins gear up for another exciting face-off, all eyes might be on Willi Castro, who’s been steady with a batting average of .250. Though not the flashiest number, his consistency at the plate could make all the difference in crucial moments. Carlos Santana, with his 22 homers, is another Twin to watch. Known for his ability to deliver when it counts, Santana’s power could very well tilt the game in Minnesota's favor, especially if he connects well against Boston's pitching, which has shown some vulnerabilities this season.
Turning our attention to the Boston Red Sox, Jarren Duran is someone who could spark the lineup, boasting a .285 batting average. His ability to get on base and generate scoring opportunities will be key against the Twins' pitching staff, who've had their struggles on the road. Additionally, Tyler O’Neill, with an impressive 31 home runs to his name this season, will be crucial for adding those much-needed runs on the scoreboard. Boston’s chances could hinge on these players' ability to exploit any missteps by Twins’ starter Zebby Matthews, whose ERA sits at a lofty 6.30.
Looking ahead to the outcome, this game paints an intriguing picture. While Minnesota has shown some robust skills at the plate, their road record and pitching inconsistencies might just open the door for Boston, especially if Crawford can leverage his experience and maintain a steady game. On the other hand, the Red Sox's somewhat better home performance brings a slight edge. Thus, given the current dynamics and considering the pressure is mounting this late in the season, I'm leaning toward a Boston win in a closely contested battle at Fenway Park.
Boston Red Sox injuries
- Mark Contreras (LF): Day-To-Day
- Isaiah Campbell (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Brennan Bernardino (RP): 15-Day-IL
- David Hamilton (SS): 10-Day-IL
- Rob Refsnyder (LF): 10-Day-IL
Minnesota Twins injuries
- Kody Funderburk (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Max Kepler (RF): 10-Day-IL
- Justin Topa (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Alex Kirilloff (LF): 60-Day-IL
- Chris Paddack (SP): 60-Day-IL
Twins vs Red Sox game info
| Venue |
Fenway Park |
| Location |
Boston, Massachusetts |
| First pitch |
Sun 5:35 PM |
| Temperature |
64° |
| Chance of Rain |
0% |
