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Can Twins' Recent Form Outlast Royals at Target Field?

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May 27, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Alec Marsh (48) delivers a pitch against the Minnesota Twins during the second inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-USA TODAY Sports

As the Minnesota Twins prepare to host the Kansas City Royals at Target Field on May 29, fans are eager to see if the home team can continue their recent form. The game is scheduled for 6:40 PM CDT and will be broadcast on Bally Sports Kansas City.


The Twins have shown a mixed bag of performances in their last few games. In their most recent outing against the Royals, they secured a narrow victory with a final score of 6-5. The Twins' offense was highlighted by timely hitting in crucial innings, particularly in the third and fifth innings where they scored five of their six runs. However, consistency remains an issue as evidenced by their previous game against the Texas Rangers where they managed only three hits and two runs.


May 27, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Alec Marsh (48) delivers a pitch against the Minnesota Twins during the second inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-USA TODAY Sports

Pitching has been another area of fluctuation for Minnesota. Their bullpen showed resilience against Texas, allowing no earned runs over four innings while striking out four batters. Conversely, starting pitchers have had varying success; Joe Ryan's performance was commendable with an ERA of 1.286 over seven innings in his last start but other starters have struggled with higher ERAs and inconsistent control.


Defensively, Target Field could play a significant role given its outdoor setting and grass surface which favors groundball pitchers like those on Minnesota's roster. Weather conditions are expected to be partly cloudy with mild temperatures around 65°F which should provide optimal playing conditions without significant wind interference.


May 27, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Joe Ryan (41) delivers a pitch against the Kansas City Royals during the third inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-USA TODAY Sports

The Royals come into this matchup looking to rebound from recent losses but will face a challenge against a Twins team that has demonstrated both offensive firepower and pitching depth when needed.


Fans can catch all the action live from Target Field or tune into Bally Sports Kansas City for full coverage starting at 6:40 PM CDT on May 29th.

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