In this article, we will formulate a Braves vs Twins Prediction for this MLB game on Sunday, April 20th, at Angel Stadium. Let’s take a look at Atlanta Braves vs Minnesota Twins pick.
Twins Continue to Struggle
The Twins are really struggling heading into this game, and in each of the first two games of this series, they have had a chance before blowing it. The pitching wasn’t awful, giving up only four runs on Saturday, but again, clutch hits were not a thing, and they lost by a run. Carlos Correa did hit a home run, but it was the only hit that he had. Simeon Woods Richardson was on the mound and he went 4.1 innings giving up seven hits and three runs.
The Twins are averaging 3.47 runs while their pitching is giving up 4.16 runs per game. The offense is ranked 24th, while the pitching is ranked 11th. The pitching hasn’t actually been all that bad, but the bullpen at times has been a major issue, and for what was supposed to be one of the best bullpens in baseball, they need to figure it out. Getting the start for the Twins will be Joe Ryan who sits with a 1-1 record and an ERA of 2.45. Against the New York Mets in his last start, he went five innings, giving up three hits and one run.
Why the Twins Will Beat the Braves
- The Braves have lost seven of their last eight games following a win.
- The Twins have won six of their last seven day games against NL East opponents.
- The Braves have failed to cover the run line in each of their last seven games following a home win.
- The Twins have covered the run line in each of their last four road games after playing the previous day.
- The Twins have led after 5 innings in three of their last four games against National League opponents.
- The Twins have led after 3 innings in three of their last four road games against NL East opponents that held a losing record.
Braves Gaining Confidence
The Braves haven’t had a whole lot of success this season but a series against the Twins might be all they need. The Braves’ pitching has been strong in each of the first two games of this series. Chris Sale wasn’t great to start but the Bullpen stepped up in a major way, and that was enough to secure the victory. First Baseman Matt Olson finished with two hits, one walk, and two RBIs.
The Braves are averaging 3.38 runs while their pitching is giving up 4.43 runs per game. The offense is ranked 25th in the league while the pitching is ranked 16th. Grant Holmes is going to get the start for the Braves and he sits with a 1-1 record and an ERA of 3.78. Against the Toronto Blue Jays in his last start he went 7.2 innings giving up two hits and three runs.
Why the Braves Will Beat the Twins
- The Braves have won each of their last 12 games against the Twins following a win.
- The Twins have lost 13 of their last 14 games against the Braves following a loss.
- The Braves have covered the run line in eight of their last nine games as favorites against the Twins.
- The Twins have failed to cover the run line in each of their last four day games against National League opponents.
- The Braves have led after 3 innings in three of their last four games at Truist Park against AL Central opponents that held a losing record.
Braves vs Twins Prediction
This is going to be a lower-scoring game. Neither team can be really trusted with the offense, and this is going to be a game where they both struggle. If Joe Ryan can keep the ball in the ballpark, he can find success, and he’s going to do exactly that here. Holmes sits with an ERA of 3.78, and he’s going to really, really lockdown the Twins bats that have been colder than hot. Neither team is going to reach three runs here, and that will leave plenty of wiggle room. Back the under.