Twins vs Nationals starting pitchers
- Jake Irvin for Washington Nationals
- Simeon Woods Richardson for Minnesota Twins
Twins vs Nationals statistics
| Stat |
Twins |
Nationals |
| Hits |
364 (Tied-22nd) |
347 (27th) |
| Batting Average |
.231 (21st) |
.228 (26th) |
| Runs Batted In |
192 (16th) |
173 (26th) |
| Runs |
207 (15th) |
188 (22nd) |
| Home Runs |
48 (Tied-14th) |
39 (Tied-25th) |
| Walks |
134 (26th) |
155 (11th) |
| Stolen Bases |
25 (Tied-22nd) |
77 (2nd) |
| Strikeouts |
416 (Tied-12th) |
379 (18th) |
| Pitches |
6787 (22nd) |
6690 (24th) |
Washington Nationals recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 5/21/24 |
vs Minnesota Twins |
L |
10-0 |
| 5/20/24 |
vs Minnesota Twins |
W |
12-3 |
| 5/19/24 |
@ Philadelphia Phillies |
L |
11-5 |
| 5/18/24 |
@ Philadelphia Phillies |
L |
4-3 F/10 |
| 5/17/24 |
@ Philadelphia Phillies |
L |
4-2 |
Minnesota Twins recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 5/21/24 |
@ Washington Nationals |
W |
10-0 |
| 5/20/24 |
@ Washington Nationals |
L |
12-3 |
| 5/19/24 |
@ Cleveland Guardians |
L |
5-2 |
| 5/18/24 |
@ Cleveland Guardians |
L |
11-4 |
| 5/17/24 |
@ Cleveland Guardians |
L |
3-2 |
Twins vs Nationals predictions
As the Minnesota Twins take on the Washington Nationals, I'm expecting big things from Byron Buxton. With his impressive speed and power, I think he'll be able to get on base at least twice and score a run. Carlos Correa will also be a key player, likely driving in a run or two with his consistent hitting. Meanwhile, Ryan Jeffers' hot streak will continue, as he blasts a home run to give his team an early lead. Edouard Julien will also contribute with a mult-hit game, showcasing his versatility as a hitter.
On the other side, the Washington Nationals will rely on CJ Abrams' speed and agility to get on base and create scoring opportunities. Luis Garcia will also be a force to be reckoned with, as his consistent hitting and smart baserunning will put pressure on the Twins' defense. Joey Meneses will likewise come through with a clutch hit, driving in a crucial run for his team. Meanwhile, Eddie Rosario's power will be on full display, as he ropes a double into the gap to spark a Nationals rally.
In the end, I believe the Minnesota Twins will come out on top in a high-scoring affair. With their potent offense and strong starting pitching, they'll be able to outlast the Nationals' late-inning surge. Look for the Twins to take the win, but not before the Nationals make it an exciting, back-and-forth game. Final score: Twins 7, Nationals 5.
Minnesota Twins injuries
- Gabriel Gonzalez (RF): Day-To-Day
- Jair Camargo (C): Day-To-Day
- Yohander Martinez (SS): Day-To-Day
- Cody Laweryson (RP): Day-To-Day
- Jeff Brigham (RP): Day-To-Day
Twins vs Nationals game info
| Venue |
Nationals Park |
| Location |
Washington, District of Columbia |
| First pitch |
Wed 1:05 PM |
| Temperature |
71° |
| Chance of Rain |
0% |
