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Oakland A’s at Minnesota Twins Game 1 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Oakland A’s at Minnesota Twins odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Oakland A’s (26-46) and Minnesota Twins (38-32) play the 3rd game of a 4-game series at Target Field Sunday. First pitch for Game 1 of their doubleheader is scheduled for 2:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the A’s vs. Twins odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Twins lead 2-0

The A’s lost the first 2 games of the series, dropping the first 6-2 Thursday and the second 6-5 Friday. They are 1-1 against the spread (ATS) in those 2 though. Oakland has lost 7 straight games, covering in 3 of them. It is 35-37 ATS on the season. The A’s have struggled from the mound, allowing at least 6 runs in 4 of their last 6 games.

The Twins have won 3 straight and 5 of their last 6. Minnesota’s offense has been red hot, scoring at least 4 runs in 6 straight games and double figures in 2 of those. The Twins are 7-2 in their last 9 at home and 31-39 ATS on the season. They are 20-14 at home this season.

A’s at Twins projected starters

LHP JP Sears vs. RHP Bailey Ober

Sears (4-5, 4.02 ERA) makes his 15th start. He has a 1.15 WHIP, 2.8 BB/9 and 6.2 K/9 in 78 1/3 innings.

  • Last start: No-decision, 5 IP, 3 ER, 7 H, 3 BB, 1 K in 4-3 loss at San Diego Padres Tuesday
  • 2024 road splits: 1-3, 4.53 ERA (45 2/3 IP, 23 ER), 1.20 WHIP, 6 HR, 6.5 K/9 in 8 starts
  • Career vs. Twins: 0-0, 4.26 ERA (6 1/3 IP, 3 ER), 4 H, 0 BB, 7 K in 1 start, a 5-4 home loss July 16, 2023

Ober (5-4, 5.13 ERA) makes his 14th start. He has a 1.19 WHIP, 2.4 BB/9 and 8.8 K/9 in 66 2/3 innings.

  • Last start: No-decision, 4 2/3 IP, 4 ER, 7 H, 2 BB, 5 K in 11-5 road win over Pittsburgh Pirates June 9
  • 2024 home splits: 2-1, 4.15 ERA (26 IP, 12 ER), 1.08 WHIP, 5 HR, 10.0 K/9 in 5 starts
  • Career vs. A’s: 1-0, 0.00 ERA (5 IP), 2 H, 0 BB, 8 K in 1 start, an 11-3 home win Sept. 26, 2023

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A’s at Twins odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:01 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): A’s +150 (bet $100 to win $150) | Twins -178 (bet $178 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): A’s +1.5 (-137) | Twins -1.5 (+114)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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A’s at Twins picks and predictions

Prediction

Twins 4, A’s 3

Moneyline

PASS.

The Twins (-178) are too expensive to take on the moneyline. The Twins have had a win streak of 4 or more just twice this season. That said, the A’s just haven’t played up to par and aren’t worth taking to pull off the upset.

Run line/Against the spread

BET A’S +1.5 (-137).

The A’s have lost 7 straight, but they have been keeping games close. Oakland has covered in 3 of their last 4 games, closing as a +200 or greater underdog in 2 of those 4.

Oakland is 19-18 ATS as a road underdog this season and has covered in 5 of Sears’ last 8 starts. Meanwhile, Minnesota is just 10-17 ATS as a home favorite and 4-7 ATS in its last 11.

Considering those trends, back A’S +1.5 (-137).

Over/Under

BET UNDER 8.5 (-110).

The A’s have gone Under in 4 straight Sears’ starts, allowing a combined 12 runs in those games. The Twins are 1-3 O/U in Ober’s last 4 starts.

While the Twins’ offense is hot right now, they haven’t been for most of the season, as they are just 31-37-2 O/U and have gone Under in 4 of their last 8 games. The A’s are 3-9 O/U in their last 12.

Bet UNDER 8.5 (-110).

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Oakland A’s at Minnesota Twins odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Oakland A’s at Minnesota Twins odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Oakland A’s (26-44) and Minnesota Twins (36-32) open a 4-game series at Target Field Thursday. First pitch is scheduled for 7:40 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the A’s vs. Twins odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Twins won 5-1 in 2023

The A’s have dropped 5 in a row, including a 3-game sweep in San Diego against the Padres Monday through Wednesday to kick off the current 7-game road trip.

The A’s offense surprised the Braves in Atlanta with 11 runs in a win June 1, but Oakland has managed just 20 runs in the past 10 games since, or 2.0 runs per game (RPG). The Under is 8-2 in that 10-game span.

The Twins took 2 of 3 against the visiting Colorado Rockies to start the week, including a 17-9 win Wednesday which looked more like a Broncos-Vikings score, or something you might see at Coors Field.

Minnesota has won 3 of the past 4 outings since getting blanked in back-to-back games in Pittsburgh June 7-8. Minnesota has 37 runs in the 4-game span, averaging 9.3 RPG while allowing 4.8 RPG. It’s no surprise the Over is 3-1 in the stretch.

A’s at Twins projected starters

RHP Luis Medina vs. RHP Joe Ryan

Medina (0-1, 5.23 ERA) makes his 3rd start. He has a 1.35 WHIP, 6.1 BB/9 and 6.1 K/9 in 10 1/3 innings.

  • Last start: Loss, 4 2/3 IP, 6 ER, 5 H (1 HR), 5 BB, 1 K in 7-0 home setback vs. Toronto Blue Jays Saturday
  • 2024 road stats: 0-0, 0.00 ERA (5 2/3 IP), 2 H, 2 BB, 6 K in 1 start, a 3-1 loss at Braves June 2

Ryan (4-5, 3.30 ERA) makes his 14th start. He has a 0.97 WHIP, 1.5 BB/9 and 9.7 K/9 in 79 innings.

  • Last start: Loss, 7 IP, 2 ER, 2 H (1 HR), 2 BB, 8 K in 3-0 road defeat vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Friday
  • 2024 home splits: 2-3, 4.29 ERA (35 2/3 IP, 17 ER), 0.95 WHIP, .221 OBA, 5 HR, 4 BB, 40 K in 6 starts

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A’s at Twins odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:50 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): A’s +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | Twins -245 (bet $245 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): A’s +1.5 (-102) | Twins -1.5 (-118)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8 (O: -122 | U: +100)

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A’s at Twins picks and predictions

Prediction

Twins 5, A’s 2

Moneyline

The Twins (-245) will cost you more than 2 times your potential return, and that’s not a recommended betting strategy, whether as a standalone wager or as part of a multi-team parlay.

PASS, and look to the run line instead.

Run line/Against the spread

The TWINS -1.5 (-118) are much more reasonably priced on the run line in this series opener.

Minnesota has won 3 of the past 4 games, and each of those wins have come by 5 or more runs. So, if you like the Twins, you should like them to cash on the run line, too.

In fact, the A’s have managed just 2.0 RPG in the past 10 outings, so playing ALTERNATE LINE – TWINS -2.5 (+136) isn’t a bad idea. If you’re a little more adventurous, ALTERNATE LINE – TWINS -3.5 (+210), for a chance to more than double up, is also not a terrible idea.

Over/Under

UNDER 8 (-110) is a strong play, based mostly on Oakland’s inability to cobble together much offense lately.

The Under is 8-2 in the past 10 games for the A’s while going 10-4-1 in the past 15 outings on the road.

For the Twins, the Over has cashed in 3 of the past 4 outings, but the Under has outpaced the Over at a 9-6 clip in the previous 15 contests.

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Colorado Rockies at Minnesota Twins odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Colorado Rockies at Minnesota Twins odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Colorado Rockies (23-43) and Minnesota Twins (35-31) play the 2nd game of a 3-game series at Target Field Tuesday. First pitch is scheduled for 7:40 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Rockies vs. Twins odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Twins lead 1-0

The Rockies lost 5-0 as +210 underdogs in the series opener Monday as the Under (8.5) hit. Colorado has lost 2 straight and 8 of its last 10 games.

Twins 3B Royce Lewis hit a 2-run HR in the 8th, and RHP Chris Paddack allowed 6 hits and 0 walks with 6 K’s in 6 1/3 scoreless innings. Minnesota has won back-to-back games for the 1st time since May 30-31.

Rockies at Twins projected starters

RHP Cal Quantrill vs. RHP Louie Varland

Quantrill (5-4, 3.58 ERA) makes his 14th start. He has a 1.30 WHIP, 3.6 BB/9 and 6.3 K/9 in 73 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 5 IP, 0 R, 3 H, 4 BB, 1 K in 3-2 victory at St. Louis Cardinals Thursday
  • 2024 road stats: 3-2, 3.48 ERA (44 IP, 17 ER), 1.32 WHIP, 5.9 K/9 in 8 starts

Varland (0-4, 9.18 ERA) makes his 5th start. He has a 2.16 WHIP, 4.9 BB/9 and 9.7 K/9 in 16 2/3 IP.

  • Last start: Loss, 2 2/3 IP, 4 ER, 3 H, 4 BB, 2 K in 6-1 home setback vs. Detroit Tigers April 21
  • 2024 home stats: 0-2, 11.74 ERA (7 2/3 IP, 10 ER), 2.22 WHIP, 9.4 K/9 in 2 starts

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Rockies at Twins odds

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  • Moneyline (ML): Rockies +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Twins -200 (bet $200 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Rockies +1.5 (-120) | Twins -1.5 (+100)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: +100 | U: -120)

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Rockies at Twins picks and predictions

Prediction

Twins 6, Rockies 5

Moneyline

The Twins (-200) will likely win, but it’s a losing proposition long term to bet MLB sides at -190 or higher.

PASS. Bet the run line and/or total instead.

Run line/Against the spread

Varland has lost all 4 of his starts this season, while Quantrill has won 5 of his last 6 decisions.

Both teams have lost 5 of their last 7 games, but Colorado should be able to keep this game close with its advantage at starting pitcher.

BET ROCKIES +1.5 (-120).

Over/Under

Varland has allowed 4 or more ER in each of his last 3 starts, and Colorado has given up 5 or more in 4 straight games. However, the Rockies offense has been inconsistent and scored a total of just 1 run over its last 2 games.

LEAN OVER 8.5 (+100).

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Colorado Rockies at Minnesota Twins odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Colorado Rockies at Minnesota Twins odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Colorado Rockies (23-42) visit the Minnesota Twins (34-31) on Monday. First pitch from Target Field is scheduled for 7:40 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Rockies vs. Twins odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Twins won 2 of 3 in 2023

The Rockies lost 5-1 to the St. Louis Cardinals on Sunday while failing to cover as +148 road underdogs. A 9th-inning RBI from C Elias Diaz helped Colorado to avoid a shutout. LHP Ty Blach allowed 4 ER in 5 IP to get the loss.

The Twins snapped a 5-game losing streak Sunday with an 11-5 extra innings win over the Pittsburgh Pirates while covering as +101 road underdogs. A 7-run 10th inning propelled Minnesota to the victory.

Rockies at Twins projected starters

RHP Dakota Hudson vs. RHP Chris Paddack

Hudson (2-7, 5.25 ERA) makes his 13th start. He has a 1.52 WHIP, 4.82 BB/9 and 5.11 K/9 in 61 2/3 IP.

  • Last start: No-decision, 4 1/3 IP, 4 ER, 5 H, 4 BB, 4 K in 12-7 loss against Cincinnati Reds Wednesday.
  • Career vs. Twins: 1-0, 3.86 ERA (7 IP, 3 ER), 2 H, 3 BB, 7 K in 1 start in 2023.

Paddack (4-3, 5.26 ERA) makes his 13th start. He has a 1.42 WHIP, 1.94 BB/9 and 8.45 K/9 in 65 IP.

  • Last start: Loss, 4 IP, 7 ER, 6 H, 2 BB, 7 K in 9-5 loss against New York Yankees Wednesday.
  • Career vs. Rockies: 2-0, 2.12 ERA (17 IP, 4 ER), 16 H, 2 BB, 21 K in 4 outings, last outing in 2023.

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Rockies at Twins odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:27 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Rockies +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Twins -225 (bet $225 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Rockies +1.5 (-115) | Twins -1.5 (-105)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Rockies at Twins picks and predictions

Prediction

Twins 6, Rockies 3

Moneyline

PASS.

There is minimal value on the Twins (-225) to handle the Rockies (+180) at home.

Run line/Against the spread

LEAN TWINS -1.5 (-105).

While Colorado has won 2 of its last 4 games, it is 3-7 in its last 10 games and with each of the 7 losses in that span by 2 or more runs. It has allowed 5 or more runs in 5 of its last 7 games while scoring 3 or fewer in 6 of its last 9.

Two of Minnesota’s last 3 wins have come by 2 or more runs.

Over/Under

BET OVER 8 (-115).

The Twins found their offensive power with 7 runs in the 10th inning of Sunday’s win while scoring 11 total in the game. They have scored 5 or more runs in 3 of their last 5 games and 4 or more in 6 of their last 10.

Colorado has allowed 5 or more runs in 5 of its last 7 games, including 12 or more twice during that span.

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Minnesota Twins at Pittsburgh Pirates odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Minnesota Twins at Pittsburgh Pirates odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Minnesota Twins (33-29) and Pittsburgh Pirates (29-33) begin a 3-game series Friday. First pitch from PNC Park is slated for 6:40 p.m. ET (Apple TV+). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Twins vs. Pirates odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Twins won 2 of 3 in 2023

Minnesota was swept by the New York Yankees after falling 8-5 on Thursday night. They were outscored 22-11 in the 3-game series in the Bronx. RHP Pablo Lopez was knocked around for 7 ER, lasting only 4 innings. The Twins got solo shots from SS Carlos Correa and C Christian Vazquez. They are 2-4 during their current 9-game road trip, which concludes in Pittsburgh.

The Pirates failed to complete the sweep of the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday night, falling 11-7. LHP Bailey Falter struggled through 4 innings, giving up 5 ER on 8 hits. SS Oneil Cruz had a big night in the loss, going 2-for-5 with a 3-run HR. Pittsburgh has won 4 of its last 6 games at PNC Park.

Twins at Pirates projected starters

RHP Joe Ryan vs. RHP Mitch Keller

Ryan (4-4, 3.38 ERA) makes his 13th start. He has a 1.01 WHIP, 1.4 BB/9 and 9.6 K/9 in 72 IP.

  • Last start: Loss, 5 IP, 5 ER, 8 H, 2 BB, 4 K in 5-2 loss at the Houston Astros Saturday
  • Career vs Pirates: 1-3, 8.53 ERA (19 IP, 18 ER) in 4 starts

Keller (7-3, 3.42 ERA) makes his 13th start. He has a 1.22 WHIP, 2.4 BB/9 and 8.1 K/9 in 73 2/3 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 6 IP, 1 ER, 5 H, 1 BB, 8 K in 8-1 victory at the Toronto Blue Jays Saturday
  • Has won 5 straight decisions
  • Last start vs Twins: Win, 6 IP, 2 ER, 7 H, 1 BB, 12 K in 7-4 road victory on Aug 19, 2023

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Twins at Pirates odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:01 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Twins -126 (bet $126 to win $100) | Pirates +108 (bet $100 to win $108)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Twins -1.5 (+134) | Pirates +1.5 (-162)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: -122 | U: +100)

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Twins at Pirates picks and predictions

Prediction

Pirates 5, Twins 2

Moneyline.

BET PIRATES (+108).

I’m pleasantly surprised to see the Pirates getting plus money at home against a struggling Twins team. You should jump all over the Bucs especially with  Keller on the mound. He owned Minnesota last year striking out 12 in 6 innings. Keller has been lights out, allowing a total of 5 ER over his last 5 starts (33 2/3 IP). The Twins are batting only .219 as a team against righties.

The Twins are floundering on this road trip and the Pirates will take advantage of that on Friday night and I have a feeling over the course of this 3-game set.

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

I’m putting my unit bet on the moneyline and will avoid the run line.

Over/Under

PASS.

My lean is to the Under (+100) but I don’t see an edge to officially make a recommendation. I’m confident that Keller shuts down this Twins lineup, but I’m worried that the Pirates offense may push the game Over. So, I’ll just stay away.

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Minnesota Twins at New York Yankees odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Minnesota Twins at New York Yankees odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The New York Yankees (44-19) welcome the Minnesota Twins (33-28) to Yankee Stadium Thursday for the finale of their 3-game series. First pitch is set for 7:05 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Twins vs. Yankees odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Yankees lead 5-0

The Yankees have won and covered every game in the series — and in every game in the season series. They beat the Twins 5-1 Tuesday and then 9-5 Wednesday.

New York is 20-8 at home this season and has won 7 in a row. It has scored at least 5 runs in 6 straight games. The Yankees sit atop the AL East and are 37-25 against the spread (ATS).

The Twins are 17-15 on the road and have struggled as of late, losing 3 of their last 4. They are still 5-4 over their last 9 and sit in 3rd place in the AL Central. Minnesota is 27-34 ATS.

Twins at Yankees projected starters

RHP Pablo Lopez vs. RHP Marcus Stroman

Lopez (5-5, 4.84 ERA) makes his 13th start. He has a 1.15 WHIP, 1.5 BB/9 and 10.1 K/9 in 67 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 7 IP, 1 ER, 6 H, 1 BB, 6 K in a 6-1 road win over the Houston Astros Friday
  • 2024 road splits: 3-2, 5.03 ERA (34 IP, 19 ER), 30 H, 8 HR, 6 BB, 40 K in 6 starts
  • Career vs. Yankees: 0-2, 2.95 ERA (18 1/3 IP, 6 ER), 1.42 WHIP, 6.9 K/9 in 3 starts

Stroman (5-2, 2.73 ERA) makes his 13th start. He has a 1.23 WHIP, 3.8 BB/9 and 7.1 K/9 in 69 1/3 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 7 1/3 IP, 2 ER, 6 H, 2 BB, 2 K in a 6-2 road win over the San Francisco Giants Friday
  • 2024 home splits: 1-2, 3.38 ERA (34 2/3 IP, 13 ER), 29 H, 6 HR, 14 BB, 36 K in 6 starts
  • Career vs. Twins: 2-4, 4.95 ERA (40 IP, 22 ER), 1.38 WHIP, 5.4 K/9 in 7 starts

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Twins at Yankees odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:52 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Twins +130 (bet $100 to win $130) | Yankees -154 (bet $154 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Twins +1.5 (-162) | Yankees -1.5 (+134)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Twins at Yankees picks and predictions

Prediction

Yankees 6, Twins 3

Moneyline

PASS.

The Yankees are just too steep here to suggest taking them outright on the moneyline. They have dominated the Twins this season and this series and have performed well at home, so take the home side on the run line for the better value.

Run line/Against the spread

BET YANKEES -1.5 (+134).

The Yankees are on fire right on and have been rewarding bettors at a high rate. They have won their last 2 games against the Twins a combined 14-6 and have covered in both. They are 10-3 ATS in their last 13 games, losing 2 and winning just 1 by 1.

New York has covered in 3 of Stroman’s last 4 starts as well, including a 4-0 win at Minnesota on May 15. The Yankees are 15-13 ATS as a home favorite while Minnesota is just 16-16 ATS, which ranks in the bottom half of the league, as a road underdog.

Take New York to cover and back YANKEES -1.5 (+134).

Over/Under

BET OVER 8.5 (-105).

New York has been dominant because its offense has been red hot. The Yankees have gone north of the total in 5 of their last 6 games, scoring at least 5 in all 6 and allowing at least 3 in 4 of the 6 games.

The Twins have gone Over in just 2 of their last 6, but they have scored at least 4 in 4 of those. Both offenses have consistently produced as of late. Back OVER 8.5 (-105).

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Minnesota Twins at New York Yankees odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Minnesota Twins at New York Yankees odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The New York Yankees (43-19) face the Minnesota Twins (33-27) Wednesday in the 2nd game of their 3-game series at Yankee Stadium. First pitch is set for 7:05 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Twins vs. Yankees odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Yankees lead 4-0

New York defeated Minnesota 5-1 Tuesday, closing as a -173 favorite.  CF Aaron Judge led the team with 2 hits and 2 RBIs.

The Yankees are surging, having won 6 in a row. They have won 10 of their last 12 as well. New York sits atop the AL East and has covered the spread in 5 straight games. It is 36-25 against the spread (ATS) on the season.

The Twins have traded off winning and losing over their last 4 games, beating the Astros in 2 of 3 prior to facing New York. Minnesota is 9-4 over its last 13 and sits 3rd in the AL Central. It is 27-33 ATS on the season.

Twins at Yankees projected starters

RHP Chris Paddack vs. LHP Carlos Rodon

Paddack (4-2, 4.57 ERA) makes his 12th start. He has a 1.38 WHIP, 1.8 BB/9 and 8.0 K/9 in 61 IP.

  • Last start: No-decision, 5 2/3 IP, 4 ER, 5 H, 2 BB, 4 K in a 7-6 home win over the Kansas City Royals on May 30
  • 2024 road splits: 1-1, 6.85 ERA (22 1/3 IP, 17 ER), 29 H, 5 HR, 4 BB, 12 K in 4 starts
  • Career vs. Yankees: 0-2, 8.10 ERA (10 IP, 9 ER), 2.10 WHIP, 9.0 K/9 in 2 starts

Rodon (7-2, 3.09 ERA) makes his 13th start. He has a 1.13 WHIP, 2.7 BB/9 and 8.3 K/9 in 67 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 6 IP, 3 ER, 3 H, 1 BB, 5 K in a 8-3 road loss to the Los Angeles Angels on May 30
  • 2024 home splits: 3-0, 2.13 ERA (25 1/3 IP, 6 ER), 17 H, 2 HR, 6 BB, 23 K in 4 starts
  • Career vs. Twins: 7-3, 4.35 ERA (70 1/3 IP, 34 ER), 1.38 WHIP, 10.1 K/9 in 13 appearances (12 starts)

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Twins at Yankees odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:10 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Twins +160 (bet $100 to win $160) | Yankees -190 (bet $190 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Twins +1.5 (-128) | Yankees -1.5 (+106)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Twins at Yankees picks and predictions

Prediction

Yankees 6, Twins 3

Moneyline

PASS.

There’s no value in betting on the Yankees, and they have a significant pitching advantage. At -190, they aren’t worth a play, and they’re also too hot to bet against.

Run line/Against the spread

BET YANKEES -1.5 (+106).

The Yankees have covered in 5 straight games, winning by 4, 2, 4, 4, and 5 in those. They are 36-25 ATS on the season and 14-13 ATS at home. They are the 6th-best team in the MLB at covering as a home favorite.

Also, Minnesota is 8-8 ATS as a road underdog, which is the 6th-worst covering rate.

Given the advantage on the mound with Rodon, who has helped the Yankees cover in his last 5 starts, expect New York to win by multiple runs and take YANKEES -1.5 (+106).

Over/Under

BET OVER 8.5 (-105).

The Yankees have gone north of the total in 4 of their last 5 games, and their offense has been red hot. They have scored 6 or more in 4 of those games.

Minnesota, while it has gone Under in 4 straight, has tallied at least 4 runs in 3 of its last 5 games. Both offenses have been playing at a high level. Expect that to continue and take OVER 8.5 (-105).

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Minnesota Twins at New York Yankees odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Minnesota Twins at New York Yankees odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Minnesota Twins (33-26) and New York Yankees (42-19) open up a 3-game series at Yankee Stadium Tuesday. First pitch is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. ET (MLB.TV Free Game of the Day). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Twins vs. Yankees odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Yankees lead 3-0

After sustaining a 7-game losing streak that began with a sweep at home against the Yankees May 14-16, Minnesota has reeled off 9 wins in their last 12 games. Minnesota cashed as a (+135) favorite with a 4-3 victory at the Houston Astros this past Sunday. Twins 3B Jose Miranda delivered a game-tying solo shot in the 6th inning and the eventual game-winning RBI double in the 8th, driving in OF Manuel Margot.

The Yankees have won 5 straight and most recently swept the San Francisco Giants in 3 games at Oracle Park over the weekend. RF Juan Soto homered twice and drove in 3 runs in Sunday’s 7-5 win as the Yanks cashed as (-130) favorites. Entering Tuesday, both the Yankees and Philadelphia Phillies are 42-19, good for the best records in MLB.

Twins at Yankees projected starters

RHP Bailey Ober vs. RHP Luis Gil

Ober (5-3, 4.89 ERA) makes his 12th start. He has a 1.11 WHIP, 1.9 BB/9 and 9.2 K/9 in 57 innings.

  • Last outing: Loss, 5 IP, 6 ER, 9 H, 0 BB, 4 K in 6-1 home setback vs. Kansas City Royals Wednesday
  • Out of 113 pitchers with at least 50 IP, only Astros RHP Justin Verlander has a higher fly-ball percentage (58.1%) than Ober (52.5%)

Gil (7-1, 1.99 ERA) makes his 12th start. He has a 0.95 WHIP, 4.4 BB/9 and 11.2 K/9 in 63 1/3 innings.

  • Last start: Win, 8 IP, 1 ER, 2 H, 2 BB, 9 K in 2-1 victory at Los Angeles Angels Wednesday
  • Generates highest infield fly-ball percentage (20.3%) in AL among qualified pitchers

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Twins at Yankees odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:45 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Twins +150 (bet $100 to win $150) | Yankees -178 (bet $178 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the Spread (ATS): Twins +1.5 (-134) | Yankees -1.5 (+112)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Twins at Yankees picks and predictions

Prediction

Yankees 5, Twins 2

Moneyline

Consider adding Yankees (-178) to a moneyline parlay.

By all means, lay the juice if you are comfortable. I would rather take a shot getting +151 in a 2-leg parlay with the Yankees (-178) and Seattle Mariners (-164 at Oakland A’s, 9:40 p.m. ET).

Run line

BET YANKEES -1.5 (+112).

Gil, who was elevated from Triple-A because RHP Gerrit Cole suffered an elbow injury in March, is the favorite to win the AL Rookie of the Year award (+125 at FanDuel Sportsbook). The 26-year-old leads the majors in OBA (.134), and his Stuff+ rating on his fastball is 4th-highest among qualified pitchers.

Only 7 other teams have a lower OBP vs. RHP than Minnesota, and once Gil’s outing is complete, he’ll turn it over to a New York pen that sports the 2nd-lowest ERA (2.87) in the league. Expect a 5th straight victory by multiple runs for the Yankees over the Twins.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 8 (-110).

The Twins pen is not too shabby either, as they sport the 4th-lowest ERA in the AL. It won’t be too hot of a night in the Bronx and winds will be blowing slightly in from right, so I can’t imagine lefty bats like RF Max Kepler or LF Alex Kiriloff will be overly dangerous at the plate.

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Minnesota Twins at Houston Astros odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Minnesota Twins at Houston Astros odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Houston Astros (26-33) welcome the Minnesota Twins (32-26) to Minute Maid Park Sunday. First pitch in the 3-game series finale is set for 1:05 p.m. ET.  Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Twins vs. Astros odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Tied 1-1

The Twins opened the series with a 6-1 victory over the Astros then lost 5-2 Saturday, closing as an underdog in each.

Minnesota has won 4 of its last 6 games, beating the Kansas City Royals in 3 of 4 in the series prior. Minnesota is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games against the spread (ATS) and is 26-32 on the season. The Twins aren16-13 straight up on the road.

The Astros, who are 15-16 at home, sit 3rd in the AL West and have struggled to find much consistency, scoring just 1 or 2 runs in 4 of their last 6 games. They are 2-4 in those games. Houston is 26-32 ATS as well.

Twins at Astros projected starters

RHP Simeon Woods Richardson vs. RHP Hunter Brown

Woods Richardson (2-0, 2.70 ERA) makes his 9th start. He has a 1.10 WHIP, 2.0 BB/9 and 6.8 K/9 in 40 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 5 IP, 2 ER, 3 H, 2 BB, 4 K in a 4-2 home win over the Kansas City Royals Tuesday
  • 2024 road splits: 1-0, 3.00 ERA (24 IP, 8 ER), 24 H, 2 HR, 5 BB, 12 K in 5 starts
  • Has never faced the Astros

Brown (1-5, 6.39 ERA) makes his 11th start. He has a 1.64 WHIP, 4.4 BB/9 and 9.7 K/9 in 49 1/3 IP.

  • Last start: No-decision, 6 IP, 1 ER, 4 H, 0 BB, 9 K in a 4-2 road loss to the Seattle Mariners Tuesday
  • 2024 home splits: 1-2, 4.70 ERA (30 2/3 IP, 16 ER), 25 H, 6 HR, 17 BB, 28 K in 6 starts
  • Career vs. Twins: 1-1, 3.86 ERA (11 2/3 IP, 5 ER), 1.03 WHIP, 11.6 K/9 in 2 starts

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Twins at Astros odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:38 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Twins +116 (bet $100 to win $116) | Astros -134 (bet $134 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Twins +1.5 (-182) | Astros -1.5 (+150)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -120 | U: -102)

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Twins at Astros picks and predictions

Prediction

Twins 4, Astros 3

Moneyline

BET TWINS (+116).

The Twins have been on a roll as of late, winning 4 of their last 6 games as  their offense has been more dependable, scoring at least 4 runs in all 4 victories. They will also have a pitching advantage as Brown has struggled for most of the season.

With Houston sub-.500 at home and having scored 5 or fewer runs in 8 straight and 2 or fewer in 5 of those, it might not find the bats to come out on top in 2 in a row. Back the plus-money TWINS (+116).

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

There’s just no great value here. The Astros -1.5 (+150) are too risky as a run-line favorite, and the Twins +1.5 (-188) are too expensive as a run-line underdog. Avoid this play.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 8.5 (-102).

Both teams have been heavily leaning toward the Under. The Twins have gone Under in 4 of their last 5 games and are 2-7-1 O/U in their last 10. They are 25-31-2 O/U on the season and have gone Under in 3 straight Woods Richardson starts.

The Astros have gone Under in 8 straight games and are 20-35-3 O/U on the season. They have gone Under in 2 straight starts by Brown and have allowed more than 4 runs in just 1 of their last 10 games.

Back UNDER 8.5 (-102).

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Minnesota Twins at Houston Astros odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Minnesota Twins at Houston Astros odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Minnesota Twins (31-25) and Houston Astros (25-32) open a 3-game set at Minute Maid Park Friday. First pitch is scheduled for 8:10 p.m. ET (MLB Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Twins vs. Astros odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Astros beat Twins 3-1 in 2023 ALDS

The Twins won 7-6 over the Kansas City Royals Thursday as the Over (8.5) hit. Minnesota took 3 of 4 games in the set, cashing as a -157 home favorite in the series finale. C Ryan Jeffers hit 2 HRs for the Twins, who have won 7 of their last 9 games.

Houston avoided a 4-game sweep with a 4-0 win at the Seattle Mariners Thursday as the Under (7.5) cashed for a 6th straight Astros game. RHP Spencer Arrighetti allowed just 2 hits in 6 innings for Houston, which closed as a +118 underdog.

The Twins won last year’s regular-season series 4-2.

Twins at Astros projected starters

RHP Pablo López vs. RHP Ronel Blanco

López (4-5, 5.25 ERA) makes his 12th start. He has a 1.17 WHIP, 1.5 BB/9 and 10.4 K/9 in 60 IP.

  • Last start: Loss, 4 2/3 IP, 6 ER, 7 H, 1 BB, 6 K in 6-2 home setback vs. Texas Rangers Sunday
  • 2024 road stats: 2-2, 6.00 ERA (27 IP, 18 ER), 1.07 WHIP in 5 starts
  • 2023 ALDS vs. Astros: 1-0, 0.00 ERA (7 IP), 6 H, 1 BB, 7 K in 6-2 road win Oct. 8
  • Career vs. Astros (regular season): 0-0, 4.15 ERA (4 1/3 IP, 2 ER), 6 H, 2 BB, 5 K in 1 start, a 7-4 road win June 10, 2022

Blanco (5-0, 1.99 ERA) makes his 10th start. He has a 1.01 WHIP, 3.6 BB/9 and 8.4 K/9 in 54 1/3 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 7 IP, 1 ER, 4 H, 1 BB, 6 K in 5-2 victory at Oakland A’s Sunday
  • 2024 home stats: 1-0, 1.88 ERA (24 IP, 5 ER), 0.92 WHIP in 4 starts
  • Career vs. Twins: 0-0, 36.00 ERA (1 IP, 4 ER), 4 H, 2 BB, 0 K in 1 relief appearance, a 9-6 road loss April 8, 2023

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Twins at Astros odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:02 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): Twins -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Astros -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Twins -1.5 (+155) | Astros +1.5 (-190)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Twins at Astros picks and predictions

Prediction

Astros 4, Twins 3

Moneyline

The ASTROS (-115) have been a huge letdown this season, but they’re 8-1 in Blanco’s starts, and the 1 loss was on the road in extra innings. Blanco has allowed 2 ER or fewer in 8 of his 9 starts this year, while López has given up a total of 13 ER over his last 2 outings (9 2/3 IP).

BET ASTROS (-115).

Run line/Against the spread

This will most likely be a 1-run game, but laying -190 in MLB is a losing proposition long term.

PASS. Bet the ML and/or total instead.

Over/Under

The Under has hit in 6 straight Astros games, and Blanco’s last 3 starts have ended with 7 or fewer total runs scored. However, López has allowed a total of 25 hits over his last 3 starts (16 IP), and if Houston can take advantage, this Under will likely be in trouble.

LEAN UNDER 8 (-110).

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