In one of today’s MLB matchups, the Rockies take on the Minnesota Twins in Friday’s first game of a three-game series at Target Field. This is their first meeting of this season and their first meeting since 2017. Check Rockies vs. Twins Odds below.
The Twins are leading the series with 8-7 across their history. The first pitch will take place tonight at 8:10 PM ET amid calls for rainy and possibly windy conditions.
Colorado has been on and off. The Rockies were taken down by the Cleveland Guardians, even though they took a 1-run win in the last game. However, they also swept the San Diego Padres, which wasn’t an easy feat. After that, they slowed down, losing all games against the Miami Marlins. Colorado is currently 11-22, putting them low in the MLB standings.
Minnesota is also in trouble, winning just four games out of their last 10. Byron Buxton already has 19 homers in 193 at-bats, which is a record for him and a strong plus for the team. However, the outfielder’s .228 BA is terrible and his .312 OBP is horrendous.
However, despite their struggles against Cleveland this season, the Twins have been a solid team at home. They average 4.5 runs per game on their own field and bat almost .260 there as a team.
Colorado Rockies vs. Minnesota Twins Odds
Looking at MLB Odds for this game, the Twins are the clear favorite. The moneyline is heavily leaning to them at -155, while the Rockies are at +143.
The total for the game is 9, which is an easy mark to break in this game. The Over is getting -130 and the Under is at +100, further indications that this will be a high-scoring contest.
However, when playing on the road against the Twins, the Rockies have seen the Under hit four times. In addition, Colorado is 1-5 straight up in their last six when playing an American League team.
The Twins are +122 against the spread of 1.5. However, the Rockies, at -150, are expected to cover. They haven’t been consistent, but they still have had the ability to connect with pitches.
In their last nine home games, the Twins have seen the total go Over. However, it has also gone Under in four of their last five against the Colorado Rockies at home.
Rockies vs. Twins Betting Preview
The Rockies will send German Marquez to the mound to start. He has a record of 3-5 and a 6.16 ERA in 13 innings this year. In addition, Marquez has recorded 89 hits, 50 runs, 24 walks and 66 strikeouts in 73.0 innings.
The Minnesota Twins lost two games to the Guardians on Tuesday and Wednesday. However, they recovered in an otherwise uneventful Thursday game. Only one run in the third inning was recorded, leading to a 1-0 victory.
The Twins have Dylan Bundy as the starting pitcher in today’s matchup. Entering his 12th start of the season, he has a record of 4-3 and a 5.17 ERA. In 54.0 innings, he has 44 strikeouts.
Bundy’s last start, against the Arizona Diamondbacks on June 18, resulted in a win. He pitched in eight innings and managed seven strikeouts. However, his overall performance is down from last year, with his strikeout numbers and his fastball slowing down.
Colorado Rockies vs. Minnesota Twins Picks and Predictions
At 39-32, the Twins are having a slightly better year than the 30-40 Rockies. For most of 2022, the AL Central has been led by Minnesota. Bundy’s latest appearance on the mound was one of his best of the season, and the Twins expect more of the same today.
The Rockies, who have recently been through a rough patch, are now battling with Diamondbacks to avoid being at the bottom of the pile in the NL West. Amid the Diamondbacks recent troubles, Colorado has been able to stay alive.
The Minnesota Twins must get their act together and keep up with the now hot Cleveland Guardians. The Rockies are a totally different team at home than on the road, and their poor offensive performance will continue in Minnesota.
As a result, among the MLB picks today, the Twins will take the win on their home diamond. However, the Rockies are struggling but will still be able to get on the board to challenge Minnesota.
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