The Dodgers hold a 1–0 series lead after a 5–2 win in the opener. This matchup features a high-profile pitching duel between Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Simeon Woods Richardson, and showcases elite talent like Shohei Ohtani, Will Smith, and Byron Buxton.
Matchup Overview
- Venue: Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles, CA
- Date: Tuesday, July 22, 2025
- Time: 10:10 PM ET
- Broadcast: MLB Network, SportsNet LA, MNNT
- Streaming: MLB.TV, FuboTV (regional restrictions may apply)
Starting Pitchers
| Team | Pitcher | Record | ERA | WHIP | Strikeouts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodgers | Yoshinobu Yamamoto (RHP) | 8–7 | 2.59 | 1.04 | 116 |
| Twins | Simeon Woods Richardson (RHP) | 5–4 | 3.95 | 1.33 | 62 |
- Yamamoto has been dominant, holding opponents to a .194 batting average and posting 12 quality starts in 19 outings.
- Woods Richardson has allowed just one earned run in his last start and owns a 1.23 ERA in July across three appearances.
Key Players to Watch
Los Angeles Dodgers
- Shohei Ohtani: .275 AVG, 35 HR, 67 RBI – homered in three straight games; ranks 4th in MLB in homers.
- Will Smith: .326 AVG, 14 HR, 48 RBI – hit two home runs in Monday’s win; batting .374 at home.
- Mookie Betts: .241 AVG, 11 HR, 45 RBI – looking to break out of a slump (3-for-25 over last 6 games).
- Andy Pages: .282 AVG, 18 HR – consistent power and contact threat.
Minnesota Twins
- Byron Buxton: .292 AVG, 23 HR, 58 RBI – homered Monday and reached base three times.
- Carlos Correa: Nearly tied the game with a 395-foot blast Monday; robbed at the wall by James Outman.
- Ryan Jeffers: .262 AVG, 7 HR – walked and scored in Monday’s ninth-inning rally.
- Trevor Larnach: .246 AVG, 13 HR – steady middle-of-the-order bat.
Team Stats & Trends
| Category | Twins | Dodgers |
|---|---|---|
| Batting Average | .242 (21st MLB) | .255 (5th MLB) |
| Slugging Percentage | .403 (15th) | .443 (4th) |
| Home Runs | 118 (11th) | 150 (2nd) |
| Runs Scored | 419 (20th) | 530 (1st) |
| Team ERA | 4.14 | 4.28 |
| WHIP | 1.33 | 1.04 |
- Dodgers are 34–20 at home and have won 21 of 28 games when favored by -224 or more.
- Twins are 20–32 on the road and 13–19 as underdogs this season.
Final Takeaway
The Twins vs. Dodgers matchup on July 22, 2025, features two talented right-handers and two lineups capable of explosive innings. With Yoshinobu Yamamoto anchoring the mound and Shohei Ohtani, Will Smith, and Andy Pages swinging hot bats, the Dodgers are poised to extend their series lead. The Twins will need a strong outing from Simeon Woods Richardson and timely hitting from Buxton, Correa, and Jeffers to stay competitive.
Game Odds
Minnesota Twins 8.5
Los Angeles Dodgers – 225
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Monday, July 21, 2025
