Minnesota Twins News & Updates
The Minnesota Twins were 35-40, 3rd in the AL Central. The Minnesota Twins did not play yesterday.
Could tip either way. They've taken 5 of 7 this week. Moving right along. Factor in the lineup producing 6.0 R/G this stretch. That's fuel for the score.
Twins Game on June 18
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Globe Life Field |
| First Pitch: | 02:35 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Joe Ryan (4-3, 3.17 ERA) vs Jack Leiter (3-6, 4.86 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | Rangers Sports Network, presented by Progressive, Twins.TV Presented by Progressive |
| Forecast: | ☁️ Overcast, 72°F, Wind 5 mph |
Twins Score & Recap
The Minnesota Twins did not play yesterday.
Twins Record & Standings
AL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
White Sox
|
|
38 | 34 | .528 | L2 | |
|
Guardians
|
|
39 | 35 | .527 | L2 | |
|
Twins
|
|
35 | 40 | .467 | 4.5 | W3 |
|
Tigers
|
|
30 | 44 | .405 | 9.0 | L2 |
|
Royals
|
|
30 | 45 | .400 | 9.5 | W1 |
Minnesota Twins are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +2 run differential.
Twins Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | .275 | .937 | 36 | |
| 11 | .239 | .712 | 39 | |
| 8 | .240 | .680 | 45 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-3 | 3.17 | 1.00 | 82.1 | |
| 5-3 | 4.14 | 1.34 | 71.2 | |
| 0-0 | 3.86 | 1.34 | 35.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6 hits, 1 HR, 5 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 1 HR, 1 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 3.0 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games |
Twins News
The Minnesota Twins are riding a wave of momentum after their 12-2 rout of the Texas Rangers, pushing their recent record to 5-2 and showcasing a potent offense averaging 6.0 runs per game. Brooks Lee has settled into his new role at third base while Royce Lewis, back from optioning, is making a strong case for his spot with a scorching .324 average. Meanwhile, the looming trade deadline casts a shadow over the roster, with ESPN flagging several players as potential targets for a fire sale. On the brighter side, Byron Buxton's All-Star candidacy is gaining traction, reminding fans of his impact on the field. As the Twins continue to navigate this season, the blend of emerging talents and looming changes keeps things interesting.
Twins Upcoming Schedule
The Minnesota Twins visit the Arizona Diamondbacks for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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