MLB Game Preview: Minnesota Twins (25-20) vs. Milwaukee Brewers (21-24)

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The Minnesota Twins and Milwaukee Brewers continue their three-game interleague series at American Family Field on Saturday, May 17, 2025. The Twins secured a 3-0 victory in Game 1, extending their six-game road winning streak. Milwaukee struggled offensively, managing only five hits and failing to score.

Game Details

  • Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025
  • Time: 7:15 p.m. ET
  • Location: American Family Field, Milwaukee, WI
  • Broadcast: FOX

Team Breakdown & Key Players

Minnesota Twins

  • Record: 25-20 (2nd in AL Central)
  • Key Players:
    • Byron Buxton (OF): Leads the team with 10 home runs and 27 RBIs, providing power at the plate.
    • Trevor Larnach (OF): Batting .293 over his last 10 games, with three home runs and seven RBIs.
    • Christian Vázquez (C): Went 2-for-4 with a double in Game 1, contributing offensively.
  • Starting Pitcher: Pablo López (RHP, 3-2, 2.77 ERA) – Has a 3.07 ERA in seven career starts vs. Milwaukee.

Milwaukee Brewers

  • Record: 21-24 (4th in NL Central)
  • Key Players:
    • Brice Turang (2B): Leads the Brewers with a .288 batting average, adding three home runs and 16 RBIs.
    • Rhys Hoskins (1B): 13-for-36 in his last 10 games, contributing with one home run and 10 RBIs.
    • William Contreras (C): Went 2-for-4 with a single and a double in Game 1, providing offensive consistency.
  • Starting Pitcher: Tobias Myers (RHP, 1-0, 3.86 ERA) – Making his first career start vs. Minnesota.

Game Storylines

  • Twins’ Road Dominance: Minnesota has won six straight road games, showcasing strong pitching and timely hitting.
  • Brewers’ Offensive Struggles: Milwaukee has been shut out in three of its last four losses, failing to capitalize on scoring opportunities.
  • Pitching Matchup: López has been dominant against Milwaukee, while Myers looks to prove himself in his first start vs. the Twins.

Game Odds

Minnesota Twins             – 118

Milwaukee Brewers       7.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, May 16, 2025