San Francisco Giants vs
Minnesota TwinsPredictions & Preview

Giants vs Twins Preview: San Francisco and Minnesota Set to Clash in Minneapolis in Showdown of In-Form Teams, Expert Picks Provided by MLB Expert David Delano

The San Francisco Giants and Minnesota Twins will face off in Minneapolis on Friday night with both teams in good form. The Giants have won five of their last six games, while the Twins are on a five-game winning streak. David Delano, who is currently on a 10-0 MLB run, has provided his expert picks for this game. Jordan Hicks will start for the Giants, while Chris Paddack will take the mound for the Twins. Minnesota is the betting favorite, opening at -120 and currently sitting at -111. Stay tuned for an exciting matchup between these two teams.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Giants +100 | Twins -111
• Spread: Giants +1 (-152) | Twins -1 (+125)
• Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Minnesota will win straight-up is 53%.

San Francisco vs Minnesota Stats

San Francisco Giants

The San Francisco Giants are entering their upcoming matchup in good form, having won five of their last six games, including a recent victory over the Cubs. The team currently sits third in the NL West with a record of 24-14, trailing the Dodgers and Padres. Offensively, the Giants rank 9th in MLB in runs per game but only have a .236 batting average, placing them 24th. They have hit 39 home runs and have a mid-tier .701 OPS. Jung Hoo Lee leads the team with a .301 average, while Matt Chapman leads in home runs with seven. Jordan Hicks will be starting on the mound, despite struggling especially on the road this season. The Giants' bullpen has been a strength, ranking third in MLB with a 2.47 ERA. Defensively, San Francisco is ranked 20th in MLB with 21 errors committed. Overall, the Giants have a power ranking of 13 and are ranked 9th in offense and 8th in defense this season.

Minnesota Twins Analysis

The Minnesota Twins are currently on a hot streak, winning five consecutive games and six of their last ten. They have a record of 18-20 and are fourth in the AL Central, showing much stronger performance at home with a 12-6 record. Offensively, the Twins are averaging 4.0 runs per game, ranking 20th in the league, with a .237 batting average and .680 OPS. Byron Buxton leads the team with nine home runs and an .844 OPS, while Ty France is batting .277. Pitcher Chris Paddack has struggled with a 0-3 record and 5.57 ERA, but has shown promise with a 3.86 ERA in home starts and a 1.80 ERA in night games. The Twins' bullpen is reliable, ranking eighth in MLB with a 3.42 ERA, while defensively they have committed 22 errors, ranking 23rd in the league. Overall, the Twins have a power ranking of 7 and are ranked 20th for offense and 6th for defense. In their recent matchup, San Francisco went 1-2 against Minnesota.

San Francisco Giants Offer Strong Underdog Option with Superior Bullpen and Recent Form

The San Francisco Giants present an attractive option as a slight underdog due to their recent strong form, superior bullpen, and the advantage of having a day off to allow key relievers to rest. Despite Jordan Hicks' struggles, particularly on the road, the Giants have displayed a more productive offense compared to the Minnesota Twins. Additionally, San Francisco boasts one of the top bullpens in baseball and has shown proficiency in winning close games and preventing late-game damage. While the Twins have a strong home record and are currently on a winning streak, their track record in games started by Chris Paddack is not impressive, with a record of 1-6, including losses to the Chicago White Sox. Therefore, the Giants’ depth and strength in relief pitching make them a valuable choice in this matchup.

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