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Twins' Kody Clemens and Yankees Set for Thrilling Showdown in Minneapolis

First Inning


As the Twins prepare to face off against the Yankees at Target Field, all eyes will be on Kody Clemens, who has been a standout performer for the Twinkies in recent games. In their last matchup against the Diamondbacks, Clemens showcased his prowess with an impressive batting average of 1.000, hitting three home runs and driving in five RBIs. His on-base percentage (OBP) was a perfect 1.0, contributing to an outstanding OPS of 4.5.


Aug 13, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA;  New York Yankees left fielder Cody Bellinger (35) looks up after hitting a solo home run during the third inning against the Minnesota Twins  at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Meanwhile, the Yankees' Aaron Judge has been equally formidable. In their recent game against the Red Sox, Judge hit a home run and maintained an OBP of 0.6 with an OPS of 1.933. His slugging percentage (SLG) stood at a remarkable 1.333, making him one of the top threats for the Bronx Bombers.


Middle Innings


As we move into the middle innings, Trevor Larnach's performance will be crucial for the Twins' offensive strategy. Larnach demonstrated his potential with a batting average of .500 and an OPS of 1.35 during their clash with the Angels. His ability to get on base with an OBP of 0.6 adds depth to Minnesota's lineup.


Aug 13, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; Minnesota Twins second baseman Luke Keaschall (15) singles during the sixth inning against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

On the mound, Pablo López has been reliable for Minnesota with a low ERA of 0.0 in his recent outing against Arizona, striking out batters at a rate of 10.8 per nine innings pitched (K/9). The Twins will rely heavily on López to keep New York's powerful hitters at bay.


For New York, Paul Goldschmidt's consistent performance cannot be overlooked as he maintains a solid batting average across games while contributing defensively with no errors committed recently.


Aug 13, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA;  Minnesota Twins center fielder Byron Buxton (25) singles during the sixth inning against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Late Innings


In late-game scenarios, Byron Buxton is expected to shine as he did against Anaheim where he posted an impressive OPS of 1.933 and hit two home runs in one game alone—demonstrating why he's part of our top scorers Twins list.


The Yankees' bullpen strength lies in pitchers like David Bednar who delivered an impeccable performance against Boston without allowing any earned runs over several innings pitched; his WHIP was kept at zero showcasing control over opposing batters effectively.


As both teams gear up for this exciting matchup scheduled on September 15th at Target Field in Minneapolis—broadcasted live via YES Network—the anticipation builds around these key players who are undoubtedly among top 3 players to watch Twins fans should keep close tabs on!


Join us as we witness whether Minnesota can leverage its star performers or if New York’s formidable lineup will prevail once again! Share this article with fellow baseball enthusiasts eagerly awaiting this thrilling encounter!

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