Twins vs Astros starting pitchers
- Framber Valdez for Houston Astros
- Joe Ryan for Minnesota Twins
Twins vs Astros statistics
| Stat |
Twins |
Astros |
| Hits |
436 (21st) |
508 (Tied-1st) |
| Batting Average |
.234 (21st) |
.259 (1st) |
| Runs Batted In |
231 (15th) |
240 (9th) |
| Runs |
248 (12th) |
251 (9th) |
| Home Runs |
60 (Tied-11th) |
67 (Tied-5th) |
| Walks |
167 (23rd) |
172 (20th) |
| Stolen Bases |
31 (Tied-19th) |
37 (13th) |
| Strikeouts |
480 (13th) |
387 (30th) |
| Pitches |
8076 (19th) |
8048 (22nd) |
Houston Astros recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 5/31/24 |
vs Minnesota Twins |
L |
6-1 |
| 5/30/24 |
@ Seattle Mariners |
W |
4-0 |
| 5/29/24 |
@ Seattle Mariners |
L |
2-1 F/10 |
| 5/28/24 |
@ Seattle Mariners |
L |
4-2 |
| 5/27/24 |
@ Seattle Mariners |
L |
3-2 |
Minnesota Twins recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 5/31/24 |
@ Houston Astros |
W |
6-1 |
| 5/30/24 |
vs Kansas City Royals |
W |
7-6 |
| 5/29/24 |
vs Kansas City Royals |
L |
6-1 |
| 5/28/24 |
vs Kansas City Royals |
W |
4-2 |
| 5/27/24 |
vs Kansas City Royals |
W |
6-5 |
Twins vs Astros predictions
As the Minnesota Twins gear up to face the Houston Astros, a lot rides on the shoulders of some key players. Joe Ryan, the starting pitcher for the Twins, has shown he can handle pressure, and with a 2.96 ERA and a striking WHIP of 0.94, his form suggests he could very well dominate the mound. Meanwhile, power-hitter Ryan Jeffers, who's knocked out 12 homers already, is expected to add some serious heat at the plate. And let's not overlook Byron Buxton, whose agility and skill could turn any game around, especially with his knack for getting on base and causing disruption for opposing pitchers.
Shifting focus to the Houston Astros, they've got their own set of aces ready to step up. Jeremy Pena has been impressing everyone with a solid .302 batting average, not to mention Kyle Tucker; the guy's a home run machine with 18 under his belt this season alone. Pair that with his 39 RBIs, and you've got a recipe for some serious firepower. On the mound, Framber Valdez will be critical in setting the tone for the Astros. While his ERA is a bit higher this season at 4.34, his experience and ability to pull through in crucial innings will be pivotal for Houston's defense against the aggressive Twins lineup.
When it comes down to picking a winner between these two well-matched teams, it's a tough call. The Twins have the edge in pitching with Ryan looking sharp, but the Astros hold a robust batting lineup that can swing momentum quickly. Given the overall balance of power and strategic prowess, this one could very well tilt in favor of the Houston Astros. They not only have the depth in their batting but also the home field advantage at Minute Cook ]Park, which often plays a non-trivial role in such tightly contested matchups. Let's sit back and see if they can capitalize on that to secure a win.
Houston Astros injuries
- Jose Fleury (SP): Day-To-Day
- Brice Matthews (SS): Day-To-Day
- Miguel Palma (C): Day-To-Day
- Jairo Solis (SP): Day-To-Day
- Dixon Machado (SS): Day-To-Day
Minnesota Twins injuries
- Royce Lewis (3B): 10-Day-IL
- Jair Camargo (C): Day-To-Day
- Jeff Brigham (RP): Day-To-Day
- Danny De Andrade (SS): Day-To-Day
- Walker Jenkins (CF): Day-To-Day
Twins vs Astros game info
| Venue |
Minute Maid Park |
| Location |
Houston, Texas |
| First pitch |
Sat 4:10 PM |
| Temperature |
89° |
| Chance of Rain |
48% |
