Target Field, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
First pitch: 7:10 p.m. ET.
TV: Twins.TV / MNNT and NBCS Philadelphia (NBCS-PH). Streaming available via Fubo and other regional options.
This is Game 2 of a series. The Phillies took the opener 7-1 on Thursday (Field of Dreams game), powered by Kyle Schwarber’s two home runs and three RBI. The Phillies sit second in the NL East; the Twins are third in the AL Central.
Starting Pitchers
Phillies: LHP Jesús Luzardo (10-5, 3.32 ERA, 1.14 WHIP, 143.2 IP, 176 K, 44 BB in 24 starts). Strong recent form with high strikeout rates; one of the better left-handers in the league this season.
Twins: LHP Connor Prielipp (3-5, 4.79 ERA, 1.32 WHIP, 82.2 IP, 88 K, 32 BB in 16 starts). Rookie/young arm with solid strikeout ability but elevated ERA and mixed results.
Luzardo holds a clear edge in experience, consistency, and overall numbers.
Current/Approximate Key Rosters & Lineups
Phillies key contributors: Kyle Schwarber (power surge, 37 HR), Bryce Harper, Trea Turner, Luis Arraez, Bryson Stott, Alec Bohm, Brandon Marsh, J.T. Realmuto, others. Balanced lineup with power and on-base skills.
Twins key contributors: Byron Buxton, Royce Lewis, Josh Bell, Luke Keaschall, Ryan Jeffers, Brooks Lee, Austin Martin, others. Speed and power mix; recent production has been uneven.
Injury Reports
Phillies: Rafael Marchan (10-day IL, knee), Caleb Kilian (15-day, oblique), Johan Rojas (60-day, elbow), Brad Keller (60-day, elbow), Adolis García (60-day, lat), Tanner Banks (60-day, forearm).
Twins: Joe Ryan (15-day IL, glute), Pablo López (60-day, elbow), David Festa (60-day, shoulder), Cole Sands (60-day, elbow), Mike Paredes (60-day, oblique), Anthony Banda (60-day, lat), Mick Abel (60-day, elbow). Significant rotation depth issues.
Weather Forecast
Target Field (open-air): Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers/thunderstorms (around 40% in afternoon/evening), highs in the upper 70s to low 80s°F, lows in the mid-to-upper 60s. South/southwest winds around 5-10 mph. Humid conditions possible; monitor for potential delays.
Recent Team Forms
Phillies: 5-5 last 10; won the series opener 7-1. Solid overall record and road form (33-28).
Twins: 4-6 last 10; dropped the opener. Home record 32-29; offense capable when scoring 5+ but inconsistent.
Series History (2026)
Phillies lead the series 1-0 after Thursday’s 7-1 win. Limited prior meetings this season noted as the second contest overall in some reports.
Key Player vs. Player / Matchup Notes
Luzardo (elite K rates, solid control, strong recent outings) vs. Twins order (Buxton speed/power, Lewis, Bell, Keaschall, Jeffers): Phillies lefty should limit hard contact and generate swing-and-miss against a righty-heavy lineup.
Prielipp (solid K/9 but higher ERA and walks) vs. Phillies bats (Schwarber power, Harper, Turner, Arraez contact, Stott, Bohm): Phillies’ lefty-heavy or power elements could challenge the young left-hander.
Broader: Pitching edge to Philadelphia. Schwarber’s recent power and Luzardo’s form give the Phillies momentum after the opener. Target Field can play neutral-to-hitter-friendly depending on wind/conditions.
Betting Trends
Luzardo’s superior form and Phillies’ recent win create value on the visitors. Unders can be attractive in lefty-lefty matchups, but offensive firepower (especially Schwarber/Harper) supports potential for runs.
Game Odds
Philadelphia Phillies – 130
Minnesota Twins 8
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, August 14, 2026
