MLB Game Preview: Minnesota Twins (26-20) vs. Milwaukee Brewers (21-25)

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The Minnesota Twins (26-20) will face the Milwaukee Brewers (21-25) in the final game of their three-game series at American Family Field in Milwaukee. First pitch is set for 2:10 PM ET, with the game airing on FD Sports Wisconsin.

Game Details

  • Matchup: Minnesota Twins vs. Milwaukee Brewers
  • Date: Sunday, May 18, 2025
  • Location: American Family Field, Milwaukee, WI
  • Time: 2:10 PM ET
  • TV Broadcast: FOX Sports Wisconsin
  • Streaming: FOX Sports App

Team Overview & Key Storylines

Minnesota Twins (26-20)

  • The Twins are coming off a dominant 7-0 victory over the Brewers, led by Ryan Jeffers’ four-hit performance.
  • Byron Buxton leads the team with 10 home runs and 27 RBIs, ranking 16th in MLB in homers.
  • Trevor Larnach has been heating up, hitting .250 with seven home runs and 23 RBIs.
  • Zebby Matthews (0-0) will make his season debut on the mound for Minnesota.

Milwaukee Brewers (21-25)

  • The Brewers have struggled offensively, suffering back-to-back shutout losses in this series.
  • Christian Yelich leads the team with seven home runs, while Rhys Hoskins has contributed nine RBIs in his last 10 games.
  • Freddy Peralta (4-3, 2.66 ERA) will start for Milwaukee, looking to bounce back after a rough outing.
  • The Brewers have won 66.7% of their games as favorites this season, but they are 3-7 in their last 10 games.

Key Matchups to Watch

  • Zebby Matthews (Twins) vs. Brewers’ Offense – Matthews is making his season debut, and Milwaukee’s struggling lineup could give him an advantage.
  • Ryan Jeffers vs. Freddy Peralta – Jeffers is coming off a four-hit game, while Peralta will try to contain Minnesota’s offense.
  • Byron Buxton vs. Christian Yelich – Two veteran stars who could be game-changers.

Game Odds

Minnesota Twins             7

Milwaukee Brewers       – 142

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, May 17, 2025

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