Royals vs Twins starting pitchers
- Louie Varland for Minnesota Twins
- Cole Ragans for Kansas City Royals
Royals vs Twins statistics
| Stat |
Royals |
Twins |
| Hits |
1017 (12th) |
1025 (10th) |
| Batting Average |
.253 (10th) |
.254 (8th) |
| Runs Batted In |
557 (6th) |
554 (7th) |
| Runs |
573 (9th) |
587 (Tied-5th) |
| Home Runs |
130 (17th) |
147 (Tied-6th) |
| Walks |
311 (28th) |
361 (Tied-16th) |
| Stolen Bases |
99 (10th) |
58 (26th) |
| Strikeouts |
813 (29th) |
955 (22nd) |
| Pitches |
16764 (27th) |
17335 (21st) |
Minnesota Twins recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 8/13/24 |
vs Kansas City Royals |
W |
13-3 |
| 8/12/24 |
vs Kansas City Royals |
W |
8-3 |
| 8/11/24 |
vs Cleveland Guardians |
L |
5-3 |
| 8/10/24 |
vs Cleveland Guardians |
L |
2-1 |
| 8/9/24 |
vs Cleveland Guardians |
W |
6-3 |
Kansas City Royals recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 8/13/24 |
@ Minnesota Twins |
L |
13-3 |
| 8/12/24 |
@ Minnesota Twins |
L |
8-3 |
| 8/10/24 |
vs St. Louis Cardinals |
W |
8-3 |
| 8/9/24 |
vs St. Louis Cardinals |
L |
8-5 |
| 8/7/24 |
vs Boston Red Sox |
W |
8-4 |
Royals vs Twins predictions
As the Kansas City Royals gear up to face the Minnesota Twins, eyes are definitely going to be on some key players whose performances could tip the scale. For instance, Bobby Witt Jr., who’s been nothing short of spectacular this season, is expected to continue his hot streak. His agility and knack for finding gaps could see him notch up more hits and possibly rack up some RBIs. Another player to watch is Salvador Perez, known for his power-hitting capabilities. Given his track record and performance in recent outings, he might just blast a homer or two, adding essential runs for the Royals. Meanwhile, on the mound, Cole Ragans, with his impressive ERA and WHIP, is anticipated to go deep into the game, striking out several batters along the way.
Flipping over to the Minnesota Twins, several players also have the potential to make significant impacts. Byron Buxton, known for his speed and power, could be key in both the outfield and at bat. His ability to turn singles into extra-base hits can change the dynamics of the game in quick succession. Then there’s the Twins' wildcard, Jose Miranda, who could leverage his recent form to pile on the pressure with crucial hits and RBIs. Given their current lineup and strategic plays, players like these could very well steer the game in favor of the Twins with some standout at-bats and defensive plays.
All things considered, this matchup is shaping up to be a thriller. While the Royals have impressive individuals who can turn the game on its head, the Twins hold a slight edge with their balanced offensive and defensive setups. Coupled with the home advantage and their strategic depth, the Twins might just edge out as the favorites in this compelling series finale. As both teams look well-matched, the pivotal innings will certainly be the late ones, where strategic pitching changes and clutch hitting will likely determine the victor.
Minnesota Twins injuries
- Byron Buxton (CF): Day-To-Day
- Alex Kirilloff (LF): 60-Day-IL
- Kody Funderburk (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Carlos Correa (SS): 10-Day-IL
- Brooks Lee (3B): 10-Day-IL
Kansas City Royals injuries
- John Schreiber (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Dan Altavilla (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Hunter Harvey (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Josh Taylor (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Christian Chamberlain (RP): Out
Royals vs Twins game info
| Venue |
Target Field |
| Location |
Minneapolis, Minnesota |
| First pitch |
Wed 1:10 PM |
| TV |
MLBN |
| Temperature |
73° |
| Chance of Rain |
7% |
