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Minnesota Twins vs. Kansas City Royals: Preview, Predictions and Picks for April 10, 2025

Updated on:
Apr 10, 2025 2:42 PM
The Minnesota Twins, currently sitting at 4-8 and fourth in the AL Central, travel to Kauffman Stadium to take on the Kansas City Royals, who hold a 2-1 series advantage and a 6-6 overall record. The Royals have been strong at home, with a 5-4 record, while the Twins have struggled on the road, going 3-6. In this pivotal Game 4 matchup on Thursday, April 10th at 2:10 PM, the Twins look to even the series against their AL Central foes.
Minnesota Twins vs Kansas City Royals

Current Odds

MIN
KC
Over
5.5
-122
Under
6.5
-115
MIN
-1.5
+170
KC
+1.5
-189
MIN
ML
-160
KC
ML
+180

Twins vs Royals statistics

Stat Twins Royals
Hits 80 (Tied-26th) 88 (18th)
Batting Average .203 (27th) .222 (20th)
Runs Batted In 40 (Tied-22nd) 42 (21st)
Runs 42 (Tied-23rd) 42 (Tied-23rd)
Home Runs 8 (Tied-23rd) 6 (Tied-29th)
Walks 29 (30th) 31 (27th)
Stolen Bases 5 (Tied-25th) 10 (Tied-13th)
Strikeouts 103 (Tied-13th) 88 (6th)
Pitches 1725 (19th) 1699 (22nd)

Kansas City Royals recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/9/25 vs Minnesota Twins L 4-0
4/8/25 vs Minnesota Twins W 2-1
4/7/25 vs Minnesota Twins W 4-2
4/6/25 vs Baltimore Orioles W 4-1
4/5/25 vs Baltimore Orioles L 8-1

Minnesota Twins recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/9/25 @ Kansas City Royals W 4-0
4/8/25 @ Kansas City Royals L 2-1
4/7/25 @ Kansas City Royals L 4-2
4/6/25 vs Houston Astros L 9-7 F/10
4/5/25 vs Houston Astros W 6-1

Kansas City Royals injuries

  • Blake Mitchell (C): Day-To-Day
  • Mark Canha (1B): 10-Day-IL
  • Dairon Blanco (LF): 10-Day-IL
  • Christian Chamberlain (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Alec Marsh (SP): 15-Day-IL

Minnesota Twins injuries

  • Brooks Lee (SS): 10-Day-IL
  • Brock Stewart (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Pablo Lopez (SP): Out
  • Royce Lewis (3B): 10-Day-IL
  • Michael Tonkin (RP): 15-Day-IL

Twins vs Royals game info

Type Info
Venue Kauffman Stadium
Location Kansas City, Missouri
First pitch Thu 2:10 PM
Temperature 69°
Chance of Rain 44%

Twins vs Royals predictions

With the Minnesota Twins gearing up to face the Kansas City Royals, all eyes will be on Harrison Bader and his expected performance. He's been steadily swinging the bat, boasting a solid .289 average, and we might see him rack up a couple of hits against the Royals. Byron Buxton, another key player, could add at least one run to the board if his usual form holds, and his knack for finding gaps might surprise some pitchers. Meanwhile, Matt Wallner’s approach at the plate has shown his potential to be a game-changer, and it wouldn't be surprising if he knocks in a couple of RBIs to keep the Twins competitive. What are your thoughts on the Twins' offensive line-up and their ability to challenge the Royals’ pitching?

On the Royals' side, with Maikel Garcia leading from the front, the lineup looks promising. His ability to consistently get on base could set the stage for others to capitalize against the Twins' pitching. Vinnie Pasquantino is another player with the power to pressurize the Twins' defense. If he can maintain his form, look for him to drive in some RBIs that could prove crucial. Let's not forget about Michael Massey, whose batting prowess rounds out a formidable lineup. What do you imagine the Royals’ strategy will be? It seems like they might concentrate on a solid start to break the Twins' rhythm and apply pressure early on.

Now, the seemingly unpredictable nature of baseball only adds to the excitement. While the Royals seem to have a slight edge, given their recent performances and home advantage, baseball’s magic lies in its unpredictability. A strong start from Bailey Ober could shake things up early, but Michael Wacha's consistency on the mound for the Royals may just tip the scales in their favor. Taking everything into account, the Royals seem poised to clinch the series—still, never count the Twins out, as they are more than capable of producing surprises. What do you think? Is today's game set for a royale finish, or will the Twins claim victory on the road?

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