Minnesota Twins (43-35) vs. Arizona Diamondbacks (38-40)
Minnesota Twins vs. Arizona Diamondbacks 6/27/24 – On Thursday, June 27, 2024 at Chase Field and broadcast by MLBN at 3:40 PM ET time, Minnesota Twins are set to meet Arizona Diamondbacks for an intriguing contest which promises a competitive game and offers bettors several premium parlay and pick opportunities worth taking into consideration.
Minnesota Twins come into this game sporting an impressive 43-35 record, showing solid play throughout their season. Their batting average sits at .247 with 367 runs scored and 92 homers. On-base percentage (OBP) sits at .318, and their slugging percentage lands at .420 to indicate balanced offensive output. Their pitching staff boasts an ERA of 4.17 while keeping opponents to an opponent batting average of only .239. Clearly proving itself effective on pitching.
Arizona Diamondbacks currently hold a 38-40 record and are striving to break even. Their team’s batting average surpasses that of Minnesota, sitting at.251. With 368 runs scored and 77 homers hitting, OBP of .321, and Slugging percentage at.399. However, while their offensive output may have been respectable enough; their pitching staff has struggled; boasting an ERA/WHIP ratio of 4.57/1.361 respectively; 557 strikeouts have taken place with opponents batting at around 263.
Minnesota Twins vs. Arizona Diamondbacks Game Info
| When: | Thursday, June 27, 2024, at 3:40 PM ET |
| Where: | Chase Field |
| TV: | MLBN |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Chris Paddack (5-3, 5.29 ERA) vs. Jordan Montgomery (6-4, 5.71 ERA)
Chris Paddack has had an inconsistent season. Boasting a 5.29 ERA and 1.43 WHIP, Paddack has shown flashes of brilliance but also struggled with giving up hits and home runs. While his 70 strikeouts in 78.1 innings demonstrate his dominance of batters, 13 homers allowed hint at an ability to give big hits; therefore his success will depend upon being able to locate pitches effectively while limiting long balls.
Jordan Montgomery has had similarly inconsistent performances. Boasting an 5.71 ERA and 1.57 WHIP, Montgomery has struggled to maintain control and limit damage with 44 strikeouts over 63 innings while issuing 22 walks as evidence of control issues. Montgomery will need to navigate his way through the Minnesota Twins lineup without issuing free passes if this game is going his way.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: TBD, Total Odds: TBD
Betting odds for this game have yet to be set; however, several variables could alter them significantly. Based on team records and starting pitcher stats, Minnesota may be slight favorites against Arizona; however, home field advantage could help balance odds out further.
Minnesota Twins Betting Trends
Minnesota went 2-3 in their past five games and 2-3 against the spread during this stretch, although on the road, they struggled compared to this trend and went 18-21 against it overall. Surprisingly, three out of their last five home games and 17 out of 39 home games saw totals go OVER in three instances which suggests more high scoring matches which may have an effect in this matchup.
Arizona Diamondbacks Betting Trends
Arizona Diamondbacks have also gone 2-3 in their past five games against the spread, though their record on road games differs somewhat (18-23) with just one of those totaling going over at home and five away totals going OVER in recent games; this indicates potential scoring volatility throughout a given season.
Minnesota Twins vs. Arizona Diamondbacks 6/27/24 Betting Picks
According to recent analysis and betting trends, the Minnesota Twins appear to hold an advantage in this matchup due to their balanced offense and Chris Paddack’s ability to strike out batters. However, Paddack’s propensity for giving up home runs could keep Arizona within striking distance if Montgomery can limit any damage from Twins hitters.
Bettors looking for MLB free parlay advice might want to consider betting the OVER on total runs given both teams’ recent trends and starting pitcher ERAs, with Twins potentially as safe pick on moneyline but caution advised due to inconsistent road performances.
Conclusion The Minnesota Twins and Arizona Diamondbacks both possess unique strengths and weaknesses that will come out during this matchup. Chris Paddack’s strikeout ability and Minnesota’s potency on offense give them an advantage, but Jordan Montgomery could give Arizona their own home-field edge; bettors should carefully consider trends and statistics when picking their side in this MLB matchup.
Free Pick and Prediction: Minnesota Twins 6, Arizona Diamondbacks 4.