Minnesota Twins vs. Arizona Diamondbacks: Preview, Predictions and Picks for June 25, 2024

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Jun 25, 2024 6:15 AM
The Minnesota Twins, sitting at 43-35 overall, will head to Chase Field on Tuesday, June 25th to face the Arizona Diamondbacks, who stand at 38-40 on the season. The Twins will look to capitalize on their decent 20-19 road record, while the Diamondbacks aim to improve their 19-18 home mark. This interleague matchup is set to begin at 9:40 PM.
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Twins vs Diamondbacks starting pitchers

  • Brandon Pfaadt for Arizona Diamondbacks
  • Joe Ryan for Minnesota Twins

Twins vs Diamondbacks statistics

Stat Twins Diamondbacks
Hits 649 (13th) 660 (10th)
Batting Average .247 (12th) .251 (8th)
Runs Batted In 348 (11th) 350 (10th)
Runs 367 (10th) 368 (9th)
Home Runs 92 (6th) 77 (Tied-18th)
Walks 232 (19th) 251 (Tied-9th)
Stolen Bases 41 (Tied-22nd) 47 (18th)
Strikeouts 633 (20th) 616 (22nd)
Pitches 11323 (17th) 11530 (13th)

Arizona Diamondbacks recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
6/23/24 @ Philadelphia Phillies L 4-1
6/22/24 @ Philadelphia Phillies L 12-1
6/21/24 @ Philadelphia Phillies W 5-4
6/20/24 @ Washington Nationals W 5-2
6/19/24 @ Washington Nationals L 3-1

Minnesota Twins recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
6/23/24 @ Oakland Athletics W 3-0
6/22/24 @ Oakland Athletics W 10-2
6/21/24 @ Oakland Athletics L 6-5
6/20/24 vs Tampa Bay Rays L 7-6 F/10
6/19/24 vs Tampa Bay Rays L 3-2 F/10

Twins vs Diamondbacks predictions

Looks like we're in for some interesting plays with the Minnesota Twins at their upcoming game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. For the Twins, keep an eye on Carlos Correa, who's not just hitting a solid .304 but also showing a knack for clutch performance, making him a key player to watch. Jose Miranda could also turn some heads. Although his batting average might not seem overwhelming, his strategic hits could be crucial in tight situations. And of course, pitching from Joe Ryan will be pivotal. With a WHIP under one and an impressive 95 strikeouts so far this season, his performance on the mound could significantly shift the game's dynamics.

Transitioning to the Arizona Diamondbacks, Christian Walker is definitely the hot bat to watch. Already slamming 17 homers this season, his power at the plate could spell trouble for Twins' pitchers. Corbin Carroll is another notable mention; his speed and ability to get on base consistently could generate crucial run opportunities for the D-backs. Not to forget, the Diamondbacks will have Brandon Pfaadt as their probable pitcher. While his ERA and WHIP are a tad higher than Ryan's, his strikeout numbers are promising, which could help keep the Twins' hitters in check, especially in the critical innings.

Predicting the winner for this matchup? It might tilt towards the Minnesota Twins, given their slightly stronger overall team performance and lower ERA from their starting pitcher, Joe Ryan, compared to Pfaadt of the Diamondbacks. However, it's baseball, and the unpredictability is what spices up the game. The Diamondbacks have home advantage and could very well leverage that to swing the momentum their way. It promises to be a competitive game, filled with strategic plays and pivotal moments from both teams.

Arizona Diamondbacks injuries

  • Jose Castillo (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Alek Thomas (CF): 10-Day-IL
  • Blake Walston (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Zac Gallen (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Miguel Castro (RP): 15-Day-IL

Minnesota Twins injuries

  • Max Kepler (RF): Day-To-Day
  • Brock Stewart (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Zack Weiss (RP): 60-Day-IL
  • Justin Topa (RP): 60-Day-IL
  • Alex Kirilloff (LF): 10-Day-IL

Twins vs Diamondbacks game info

Venue Chase Field
Location Phoenix, Arizona
First pitch Tue 9:40 PM
Temperature 107°
Chance of Rain 64%

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