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Atlanta Braves at Minnesota Twins Predictions & Picks
Atlanta Braves at Minnesota Twins Predictions & Picks
Atlanta are tipped to continue their recent dominance of the Twins in this series opener.
The Braves have not lost to Minnesota for over six years, and not only do they have the advantage in terms of starting pitchers, but they also boast a significantly better bullpen.
- Atlanta Braves have won the previous 11 meetings
- Minnesota Twins are 4-10 in their last 14 games
- 4 of Minnesota Twins’ last 6 games produced over 9.0 total runs
Head To Head
- Atlanta Braves lead the all-time series 23-12
- Atlanta Braves won 6-2 when the two teams last met in April 2025
Atlanta Braves Form
Atlanta enter this series on the back of a victory, but in underwhelming form with five wins and five defeats in their last 10 games.
| Date | Opposition | W/L | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug-06 | vs Miami Marlins | W | 11-3 |
| Aug-07 | at New York Yankees | L | 2-3 W/O |
| Aug-08 | at New York Yankees | L | 4-5 |
| Aug-09 | at New York Yankees | W | 2-1 |
| Aug-10 | vs New York Mets | L | 5-8 |
| Aug-11 | vs New York Mets | W | 4-0 |
| Aug-12 | vs New York Mets | W | 6-3 |
| Aug-14 | vs Arizona Diamondbacks | L | 0-2 |
| Aug-15 | vs Arizona Diamondbacks | L | 3-10 |
| Aug-16 | vs Arizona Diamondbacks | W | 5-3 |
Minnesota Twins Form
Minnesota come into this series on a rough run of form, having now lost 10 of their last 14 games and six of the previous eight.
| Date | Opposition | W/L | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug-06 | at Kansas CIty Royals | W | 4-3 |
| Aug-07 | at Milwaukee Brewers | W | 8-6 |
| Aug-08 | at Milwaukee Brewers | L | 3-4 |
| Aug-09 | at Milwaukee Brewers | L | 3-4 W/O |
| Aug-10 | vs Baltimore Orioles | W | 9-5 |
| Aug-11 | vs Baltimore Orioles | L | 2-5 |
| Aug-12 | vs Baltimore Orioles | W | 7-5 |
| Aug-13 | vs Philadelphia Phillies | L | 1-7 |
| Aug-15 | vs Philadelphia Phillies | L | 1-9 |
| Aug-16 | vs Philadelphia Phillies | L | 5-7 |
Starting Pitchers
| Player | Team | Record | ERA | Strikeouts | Innings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martin Perez | Atlanta Braves | 8-6 | 2.96 | 80 | 106.1 |
| Bailey Ober | Minnesota Twins | 7-4 | 4.64 | 67 | 99.0 |
Verdict
Atlanta’s form has been mixed recently, but this could be a good opportunity for them to start a run.
The Braves have had out-of-form Minnesota’s number in recent seasons, and they enter this matchup with a significant pitching advantage.
The Braves have had out-of-form Minnesota’s number in recent seasons, and they enter this matchup with a significant pitching advantage.
Atlanta Win
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