Minnesota Twins vs. Seattle Mariners: Preview, Predictions and Picks for June 30, 2024

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Jun 30, 2024 6:14 AM
The Minnesota Twins travel to T-Mobile Park to face the Seattle Mariners on Sunday, June 30, 2024, at 4:10 PM, with the series currently tied 1-1. The Mariners, who have dominated at home with a 28-13 record, look to capitalize on their strong home-field advantage against the Twins, who are 23-21 on the road. A win for either team would give them a crucial series victory.
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Twins vs Mariners statistics

Stat Twins Mariners
Hits 688 (Tied-9th) 596 (30th)
Batting Average .248 (11th) .218 (29th)
Runs Batted In 374 (Tied-6th) 315 (21st)
Runs 394 (8th) 328 (Tied-24th)
Home Runs 97 (Tied-5th) 92 (11th)
Walks 241 (Tied-19th) 278 (6th)
Stolen Bases 42 (23rd) 57 (Tied-14th)
Strikeouts 654 (21st) 851 (1st)
Pitches 11889 (17th) 12468 (3rd)

Seattle Mariners recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
6/29/24 vs Minnesota Twins L 5-1
6/28/24 vs Minnesota Twins W 3-2 F/10
6/26/24 @ Tampa Bay Rays W 5-2
6/25/24 @ Tampa Bay Rays L 11-3
6/24/24 @ Tampa Bay Rays L 4-3

Minnesota Twins recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
6/29/24 @ Seattle Mariners W 5-1
6/28/24 @ Seattle Mariners L 3-2 F/10
6/27/24 @ Arizona Diamondbacks W 13-6
6/26/24 @ Arizona Diamondbacks W 8-3
6/25/24 @ Arizona Diamondbacks L 5-4

Twins vs Mariners predictions

Let's kick things off by addressing some key players from the Minnesota Twins who could make a significant impact in their upcoming game against the Seattle Mariners. Carlos Correa is showing promising figures, batting at an impressive .311, which could see him being a major offensive threat in this matchup. Additionally, Byron Buxton, with a potential of nearly half a run per game and a solid number of hits per at-bat, stands out as an essential player for the Twins. These stats suggest that if Correa and Buxton can capitalize on their current momentum, the Twins might just light up the scoreboard.

Shifting gears to the Seattle Mariners, Julio Rodriguez and Cal Raleigh could be central to their team's performance. Rodriguez, with a robust on-base percentage and an average that keeps the defenders busy, coupled with Raleigh’s prowess as the team’s lead in home runs and RBIs, makes them formidable opponents. Their ability to connect with the ball could very well dictate the pace and perhaps the outcome, providing the Mariners with essential leverage. Surely, their contribution is critical if the Mariners aim to steal the show.

Considering the dynamics and potential standout performances, making a prediction isn't straight cut. However, with the Twins leading the regular season series and showing robust stats in both pitching and batting, they might have the edge in this compelling matchup. Players like Correa and Buxton are anticipated to maintain their form, possibly steering Minnesota to a win. Nevertheless, it's going to be a close call, with Seattle’s crucial players like Rodriguez and Raleigh poised to answer back fiercely. This game certainly pins itself as a must-watch with potential on both sides promising an electrifying showdown.

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Twins vs Mariners game info

Venue T-Mobile Park
Location Seattle, Washington
First pitch Sun 4:10 PM
Temperature 68°
Chance of Rain 34%

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