Orioles vs Twins starting pitchers
- Bailey Ober for Minnesota Twins
- Albert Suarez for Baltimore Orioles
Orioles vs Twins statistics
| Stat |
Orioles |
Twins |
| Hits |
1382 (7th) |
1345 (11th) |
| Batting Average |
.250 (7th) |
.246 (12th) |
| Runs Batted In |
753 (4th) |
700 (12th) |
| Runs |
780 (4th) |
740 (Tied-10th) |
| Home Runs |
233 (2nd) |
181 (14th) |
| Walks |
487 (Tied-15th) |
471 (21st) |
| Stolen Bases |
98 (Tied-18th) |
65 (30th) |
| Strikeouts |
1351 (18th) |
1298 (22nd) |
| Pitches |
23969 (7th) |
23268 (19th) |
Minnesota Twins recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/28/24 |
vs Baltimore Orioles |
L |
9-2 |
| 9/27/24 |
vs Baltimore Orioles |
L |
7-2 |
| 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 |
Baltimore Orioles recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/28/24 |
@ Minnesota Twins |
W |
9-2 |
| 9/27/24 |
@ Minnesota Twins |
W |
7-2 |
| 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 |
Orioles vs Twins predictions
As the Baltimore Orioles gear up to face the Minnesota Twins, all eyes will be on a few key players who have been lighting up the stat sheets recently. Gunnar Henderson, in particular, is looking to continue his hot streak, eyeing to bolster his impressive .282 average. Given his current form, I wouldn't be surprised to see him rack up a couple of hits and possibly drive in a few crucial runs. Another Oriole to watch is Anthony Santander; with 44 home runs to his name this season, the power-hitting right fielder is expected to be a serious threat at the plate. His presence alone could swing the game in Baltimore's favor, especially if he connects with a fastball the way he's been doing.
On the Twin's side, Byron Buxton has been a standout, and his ability to impact the game both offensively and with his glove in center field can't be overstated. Buxton's blend of speed and power makes him a top candidate to spark Minnesota's lineup, and I anticipate he'll be key in getting on base and scoring. Additionally, Carlos Correa should play a pivotal role. The shortstop's knack for timely hitting and leadership qualities could very well set the pace for the Twins. If these two can find their rhythm early, it could set a challenging scenario for the Orioles' pitchers.
Predicting a winner in what promises to be a gripping contest isn't straightforward, especially with both teams showing significant strengths and vulnerabilities. The Orioles, driven by Santander’s power and Henderson's consistency at bat, seem poised to capitalize on any slip-ups by the Twins’ pitching staff. On the other hand, the Twins have the home-field advantage and a lineup that, if ignited by Buxton and Correa, could certainly turn the game around. However, leaning on recent performances and overall momentum, my pick would be the Baltimore Orioles to edge out a win in a closely fought battle.
Minnesota Twins injuries
- Chris Paddack (SP): 60-Day-IL
- Matt Wallner (LF): 10-Day-IL
- Joe Ryan (SP): 60-Day-IL
- Trevor Larnach (LF): 10-Day-IL
- Jose Miranda (3B): 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 |
Sun 3:10 PM |
| Temperature |
68° |
| Chance of Rain |
56% |
