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Minnesota Twins Favored to Defeat Baltimore Orioles in Series Opener After Strong Performance

The Baltimore Orioles and Minnesota Twins will start their three-game series on Tuesday following a day off for both teams. The Orioles are looking to bounce back after losing two of three games against Kansas City, while the Twins are coming off a series win in Boston. Cade Povich (5.16 ERA) will pitch for Baltimore, and Pablo Lopez (2.25 ERA) will take the mound for Minnesota. The Twins are the betting favorite at -152, and first pitch is scheduled for 7:40 EST. Stay tuned for our Orioles vs. Twins prediction and more updates on this matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Orioles +138 | Twins -152
• Spread: Orioles +1.5 (-152) | Twins -1.5 (+126)
• Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Minnesota will win straight-up is 60%.

Baltimore vs Minnesota Stats

Baltimore Orioles

The Baltimore Orioles are currently struggling in the competitive AL East division, falling to last place with a 13-20 record. Despite hitting four home runs in a recent game, they were outscored by the Royals. Star shortstop Gunnar Henderson is off to a slow start with only three home runs and five RBIs, but maintains a strong .260 batting average. Leadoff hitter Cedric Mullins has been a standout performer with seven home runs and 21 RBIs. Ryan O'Hearn has also been productive with seven home runs. Left-handed pitcher Cade Povich has a 1-2 record with a 5.16 ERA in his last five starts. Overall, the Orioles rank 20th in offense, 28th in defense, and hold a power ranking of 29 in the league. They will need to improve their performance to climb up from last place in the division.

Minnesota Twins Analysis

The Minnesota Twins have performed much better at home this season with a 9-6 record compared to their 6-14 record on the road. Despite recent road struggles, they managed to win two out of three games in Boston after only winning one out of four in Cleveland. They currently sit in 4th place in the AL Central, four games behind the Royals in third. Center fielder Byron Buxton has been a key player for the team, leading in batting average, hits, home runs, and RBIs. The team's first baseman, Ty France, also contributes heavily with 19 RBIs and three home runs. Left fielder Trevor Larnach has four home runs but has been moved down to 8th in the lineup due to a .230 batting average. Pablo Lopez will make his sixth start of the season with a 2-2 record and an impressive 2.25 ERA. The Twins have a power ranking of 8 and are ranked #22 for offense, averaging 3.76 runs per game, and #8 for defense, giving up the same amount of runs. In their last three matchups, Baltimore went 0-3 against the Twins.

Minnesota Twins Primed for Victory Against Baltimore Orioles at Home with Top Pitcher Lopez on the Mound

The Minnesota Twins are looking forward to taking on the Baltimore Orioles at home, where they have a strong record this season. Despite being ranked 4th in the AL Central, the Twins have high hopes with one of their top pitchers, Lopez, taking the mound. With an impressive 2.25 ERA and a remarkable 26-4 strikeout to walk ratio, Lopez has been a consistent performer so far this season. On the other hand, the Orioles are struggling offensively, particularly with Gunnar Henderson not performing up to his previous season's standards. With Povich starting for Baltimore and a higher ERA of 5.16, the Twins are in a favorable position to secure a victory in this matchup. Based on these factors, it is recommended to bet on the Twins winning this game.

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