Astros vs Twins: Game 2 Predictions, Odds and Picks - July 6, MLB 2024

The Houston Astros gave their all in their series opener win against the Minnesota Twins. The Stros went back and forth with their lead but eventually won the game with a 13-12 final score. Jeremy Pena was the player of the game after his incredible performance.

The Twins scored seven runs in the ninth inning in an unsuccessful comeback attempt. Carlos Correa smashed a grand slam against his former team, and Josh Hader eventually recorded the save for the Stros.

Hunter Brown will get on the mound to record some strikeouts against the Twins. Brown has a 6-5 record with a 4.07 ERA. The righty has 94 strikeouts in 86.1 innings pitched. The Stros will need to depend on their bats again if they want to win.

The Twins will have Joe Ryan as their starter in Game 2. Ryan has a 5-5 record but a strong 3.21 ERA with 110 strikeouts in 103.2 innings pitched. The talented pitcher has a strong 0.96 WHIP.

Astros vs. Twins Baseball Betting Odds

Houston Astros	+100	+1.5 (-210)	O 8 (-105)
Minnesota Twins	-120	-1.5 (+160)	U 8 -(115)

Where to watch Astros vs. Twins?

Game 2 will be telecast on Bally Sports North and Space City Home Network. The online stream can be watched on Fubo TV. The first pitch will go out at 2:10 PM EDT.

Astros vs. Twins Predictions

Last night was a tough call for the Stros, as they just slipped through with a win. Game 2 will be a tough shot given Ryan's better ERA and strong WHIP. As for Brown, he will need plenty of support from the plate.

The Stros have scored 27 runs in the last three games, while the Twins have scored 33 in their last three games. As a team, the Twins are ranked at No. 5 in the league with 435 runs, while their opponent is ranked at No. 8 with 424.

From the pitching end, the Twins have a team ERA of 4.20, while their opponent is slightly better with a 4.09 ERA. The Stros have a slim chance of winning as the Twins have a strong pitcher on the mound.

Prediction: Minnesota Twins -1.5 (-120).