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Twins Look to Extend Winning Streak Against Mariners as Miller Struggles on the Mound

On Saturday night, the Minnesota Twins will face off against the Seattle Mariners in the second game of their three-game series at T-Mobile Park. The Twins will have Pablo Lopez on the mound, with the Mariners countering with Bryce Miller. The game is set to start at 10:10 PM ET, with Seattle opening as the home favorite. Lopez has an ERA of 5.11, while Miller has an ERA of 3.9. Despite Seattle opening as the betting favorite, the current line has shifted with Minnesota now favored at -120.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Twins -120 | Mariners +105
• Spread: Twins -1.5 (+145) | Mariners +1.5 (-166)
• Total: Over/Under 7.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Minnesota will win straight-up is 55%.

Minnesota vs Seattle Stats

Minnesota Twins

Minnesota Twins will be starting right-handed pitcher Pablo Lopez in the upcoming game. Lopez had an impressive performance in his last start, allowing only two hits and one walk while striking out 14 batters over eight shutout innings against the Athletics. Despite this dominant showing, Lopez has struggled this season, with a 5.11 ERA and a career-worst 1.6 HR/9 ratio. In their previous game against the Diamondbacks, Carlos Correa left the game after being hit by a pitch but is expected to be back in the lineup for the next game. The Twins are currently seven games behind the Cleveland Guardians in the AL Central and have a record of 45-37 this season. In terms of power rankings, the Twins are ranked 8th overall, with the offense ranked 8th and the defense ranked 16th in the league.

Seattle Mariners Analysis

Bryce Miller will be starting against the Twins on Saturday after a rough outing against the Marlins where he allowed six earned runs in four innings. His fastball was hit hard, resulting in an average exit velocity of 101.6 MPH on five balls in play. Jesus Sanchez hit a splitter for an estimated 429 feet. Miller has struggled this month, allowing 15 earned runs over five starts for a 4.88 ERA. Seattle, coming off a 3-6 road trip, holds a 4.5-game lead over the Houston Astros in the AL West. They have a power ranking of 12 and are ranked 27th in offense, scoring an average of 3.90 runs per game. The Mariners have a strong defense, giving up an average of 3.76 runs per game. In their last three matchups, Minnesota went 1-2 against Seattle.

Bryce Miller's Pitching Woes Continue as Twins Pose Tough Challenge

Recent performance analysis of Bryce Miller reveals a concerning trend in his pitching statistics. In his last appearance against the Marlins, his fastball was hit with an average exit velocity of 101.6 MPH on five balls in play, a departure from his usual strong performance. This has contributed to Miller allowing 15 earned runs over five starts this month, resulting in a 4.88 ERA during this period, with two outings accounting for a significant portion of those runs. Since May, his ERA has been 4.89, bringing his season mark up to 3.90. Facing Minnesota, a team with a strong track record against National League West opponents, Miller is likely to face a tough challenge. In contrast, Minnesota has won seven of eight games against teams from the NL West and is currently on a positive streak. Considering these factors, it is recommended to support the Twins in this matchup.

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