First Pitch is scheduled for 7:40 p.m. CT (8:40 p.m. ET)
Venue: Target Field — Minneapolis, Minnesota
Surface: Natural grass
Weather Forecast — Target Field
Temperature: 58–61°F at first pitch
Conditions: Partly cloudy
Wind: 10–13 mph blowing out toward left field
Impact: Slight boost to right‑handed pull hitters; otherwise neutral hitting environment
Injury Report
Seattle Mariners
J.P. Crawford (SS): Day‑to‑day, hamstring tightness
Andrés Muñoz (RHP): Day‑to‑day, shoulder fatigue
Gregory Santos (RHP): 15‑day IL, elbow
Dominic Canzone (OF): Day‑to‑day, wrist soreness
Minnesota Twins
Carlos Correa (SS): Day‑to‑day, foot soreness
Byron Buxton (CF): 10‑day IL, knee inflammation
Chris Paddack (RHP): 15‑day IL, forearm
Jhoan Durán (RHP): Day‑to‑day, workload management
(Official MLB injury designations will finalize closer to game time.)
Team Records & Recent Form
Seattle Mariners (14–15)
Last 5: W, L, W, L, W
Strengths: Starting pitching depth, improved plate discipline
Weaknesses: Inconsistent run production, bullpen volatility
Minnesota Twins (12–16)
Last 5: L, W, L, L, W
Strengths: Power potential, strong late‑inning relief when healthy
Weaknesses: Injuries to key hitters, streaky offense
Probable Pitching Matchup
Seattle — RHP Logan Gilbert
Profile: High‑spin fastball, strong command
Keys: Getting ahead early, neutralizing Minnesota’s left‑handed bats
Minnesota — RHP Joe Ryan
Profile: Fastball‑dominant with elite extension
Keys: Keeping the ball up in the zone, avoiding long balls vs. Seattle’s right‑handed power
This matchup features two of the AL’s most efficient strike‑throwers.
Key Player Matchups
Julio Rodríguez (SEA) vs. Joe Ryan
Rodríguez’s ability to handle high fastballs is central to Seattle’s offense
Ryan must avoid middle‑middle heaters
Cal Raleigh (SEA) vs. Twins’ Right‑Handed Pitching
Raleigh’s power from both sides is a threat in Minneapolis
Twins may counter with late‑inning lefties
Carlos Santana (MIN) vs. Logan Gilbert
Veteran switch‑hitter with strong OBP skills
Gilbert’s splitter is key to neutralizing him
Royce Lewis (MIN) vs. Mariners’ Bullpen
Lewis is Minnesota’s most dynamic hitter when healthy
Seattle’s late‑inning arms have been inconsistent
Series & Historical Notes
Mariners and Twins split their 2025 season series.
Seattle has won 4 of the last 6 at Target Field.
Minnesota has struggled early in 2026 but remains dangerous at home.
Betting Trends
Seattle
3–2 in last 5
Unders have hit in 4 of last 6
Gilbert starts often trend low‑scoring early
Minnesota
2–3 in last 5
Overs hit in 3 of last 5 due to bullpen issues
Joe Ryan has strong home splits historically
Game Odds
Seattle Mariners – 136
Minnesota Twins 9
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, April 26, 2026
