Minnesota Twins vs. New York Yankees: Preview, Predictions and Picks for June 4, 2024

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Jun 4, 2024 6:13 AM
On Tuesday, June 4, 2024, the Minnesota Twins head to Yankee Stadium to face off against the league-leading New York Yankees, who have dominated their regular season series 3-0. The Yankees, with a stellar 42-19 overall record and 18-8 home record, will look to extend their winning streak against the Twins, who are 33-26 overall and 17-13 on the road. Expect a thrilling matchup as these American League powerhouses clash at 7:05 PM.
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Twins vs Yankees starting pitchers

  • Luis Gil for New York Yankees
  • Bailey Ober for Minnesota Twins

Twins vs Yankees statistics

Stat Twins Yankees
Hits 452 (Tied-25th) 522 (6th)
Batting Average .231 (24th) .256 (5th)
Runs Batted In 243 (17th) 285 (Tied-4th)
Runs 260 (13th) 299 (3rd)
Home Runs 64 (Tied-10th) 90 (1st)
Walks 177 (22nd) 232 (1st)
Stolen Bases 32 (Tied-19th) 32 (Tied-19th)
Strikeouts 504 (Tied-12th) 474 (22nd)
Pitches 8499 (24th) 9219 (2nd)

New York Yankees recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
6/2/24 @ San Francisco Giants W 7-5
6/1/24 @ San Francisco Giants W 7-3
5/31/24 @ San Francisco Giants W 6-2
5/30/24 @ Los Angeles Angels W 8-3
5/29/24 @ Los Angeles Angels W 2-1

Minnesota Twins recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
6/2/24 @ Houston Astros W 4-3
6/1/24 @ Houston Astros L 5-2
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

Twins vs Yankees predictions

As the Minnesota Twins gear up to take on the New York Yakees at the iconic Yankee Stadium, keep your eyes peeled for some standout performances from key players. Byron Buxton, known for his explosive speed and power, is expected to shine in this matchup, potentially adding a few crucial runs to the Twins’ tally. Willi Castro, hitting at a solid .260, might just use this big stage to bolster those numbers. Also, don't be surprised if Ryan Jeffers, leading the team with 12 homers, swings for the fences and adds to his RBI count, currently at 36.

Switching gears to the Yankees, they're not short on talent that can turn a game on its head. Slugger Aaron Judge, with 21 home runs to his name this season, seems primed to add some more given his current form. Juan Soto, boasting a team-high .322 batting average alongside his 53 RBIs, will be another critical player likely to make significant contributions in this game. Factor in Luis Gil on the mound, who’s been outstanding with an ERA of just 1.99, and it appears the Yankees have quite the arsenal ready for this clash.

Taking everything into account, most signs point towards a win for the New York Yankees in this game. Their potent combination of robust batting and strong pitching, headlined by Gil, gives them an edge. Moreover, their impressive season stats, especially being top in the league for runs scored and on-base percentage, suggest they have the consistency and firepower to outscore the Twins. So, if I were a betting man, my money would be on the Yankees to continue their dominant run and secure yet another victory at home. What do you think, could the Twins pull off an upset or will the Yankees hold strong?

New York Yankees injuries

  • Jasson Dominguez (CF): 60-Day-IL
  • Joey Gerber (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Chase Hampton (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Tyler Hardman (1B): Day-To-Day
  • Justin Lange (SP): Day-To-Day

Minnesota Twins injuries

  • Royce Lewis (3B): 10-Day-IL
  • Walker Jenkins (CF): Day-To-Day
  • Jair Camargo (C): Day-To-Day
  • Zack Weiss (RP): 60-Day-IL
  • Cody Laweryson (RP): Day-To-Day

Twins vs Yankees game info

Venue Yankee Stadium
Location Bronx, New York
First pitch Tue 7:05 PM
TV TBS
Temperature 77°
Chance of Rain 15%

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