| MATCHUP | Minnesota Twins | Oakland Athletics |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 64-69 | 42-57 |
| Spread | -1.5 109 | +1.5 -131 |
| Moneyline | -142 | +118 |
| Total | Over 10.5 (-102) | Under 10.5 (-118) |
| Where | Sutter Health Park, Sacramento, California | |
| When | Wednesday, August 26, 2026 | |
| Time | 09:05 PM EDT | |
| TV | MLB.TV | |
Minnesota Twins Betting Preview
The Minnesota Twins enter Wednesday’s contest with a 64–69 overall record (3rd in the American League Central) and a 29–28 mark on the road. The Twins offense has been rather pedestrian this season. Minnesota has compiled 611 runs scored (14th in MLB), 219 doubles, a .245 team batting average and 152 home runs which ranks 16th in Major League Baseball.The Twins arrive at tonight’s game in below average form. Minnesota has lost four of the team’s last five games played this season, including a 7–5 loss to the San Diego Padres last week.
Minnesota will turn to left hander Conner Prielipp in this game. In 18 starts made in 2026, Prielipp has compiled a 3–7 win‑loss record, a 5.57 ERA, a 1.40 WHIP and 101 strikeouts in 93.2 innings pitched. Prielipp arrives at this contest in poor form, allowing six earned runs or more in two of his last three starts made this season. Prielipp will look to bounce back from his recent subpar performances on the mound in this evening’s matchup with the Athletics.
Shifting our focus to the Minnesota offense, the Twins lineup features outfielder Byron Buxton and designated hitter Josh Bell. Byron Buxton arrives at this contest with a .254 batting average, 25 home runs (24th in MLB), 46 RBIs, 30 walks, 7 stolen bases and an .829 OPS. Josh Bell has tallied a .253 batting average, 17 home runs, 80 RBIs and a .742 OPS.
Athletics Betting Preview
The Athletics enter Wednesday night’s matchup with a 52–81 overall record (4th in the American League West) and an abysmal 24–41 mark at home. Oakland has played quality baseball recently, winning three of the team’s last four games, including a 7–6 victory over the Houston Astros three days ago.The Athletics will start right hander J.T. Ginn in today’s game. In 23 starts made this season, Ginn has compiled an 8–8 win‑loss record, a 3.60 ERA, a 1.23 WHIP and 118 strikeouts in 132.1 innings pitched. Ginn arrives at this contest in average form, allowing three earned runs or less in four of his last five starts made in 2026.
*It should also be noted that the Athletics have amassed one of the worst bullpens in Major League Baseball this season.
The Athletics lineup features Tyler Soderstrom. Soderstrom has compiled a .245 batting average, 19 home runs, 27 doubles, 56 RBIs and an .810 OPS.
Why the Minnesota Twins will win.
• Offensive firepower. Byron Buxton and Josh Bell lead the Minnesota Twins lineup.• Starting pitching. Conner Prielipp has compiled a 2–5 win‑loss record, a 5.00 ERA, a 1.41 WHIP, and 74 strikeouts.
• Enhanced motivation. The Minnesota Twins have lost four of the team’s last five games.
Why the Athletics will win.
• Home field edge. The Athletics have played dreadful baseball (24–30) at Sutter Health Park this season. The team will look to improve on it’s poor win-loss record at home later today.• Offensive balance. Tyler Soderstrom has been a key contributor for the Athletics lineup.
• Current form. The Athletics have won three of the team’s last four games.