Athletics @ Minnesota Twins Player Props, Picks and Predictions - 8/19/2025 7:40 PM EDT

We have your Athletics @ Minnesota Twins prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Athletics hit the road to face the Minnesota Twins.

Athletics @ Minnesota Twins Pick

Best Moneyline Odds: Minnesota Twins -140 (Caesars) | Athletics +122 (FanDuel)
Best Spread Odds: Minnesota Twins -1.0 +100 (DraftKings)
Best Total Odds: Over 8.5 -110 (BetRivers)

Game Info

Date: 2025-08-19
Time: 7:40 PM EDT
Location: Target Field, Minneapolis
TV: -

Athletics @ Minnesota Twins Preview

This American League matchup features two teams looking to improve their standing. The Minnesota Twins, currently 58-66, are navigating a challenging season, with a 4-6 record in their last ten games. Their offense has averaged 3.7 runs in these recent outings, which is below their season average of 4.18 runs per game. However, when playing at home against the Athletics, the Twins tend to perform better offensively, scoring more than 4.5 runs in six of their last seven head-to-head matchups.

The Twins will send Joe Ryan (12-5, 2.72 ERA) to the mound. Ryan has been a reliable anchor for Minnesota, particularly sharp in August, winning both of his last two starts and allowing just five earned runs across 22 innings this month. Key offensive players for the Twins include Byron Buxton, who boasts a .280 batting average and 25 home runs, and Luke Keaschall, hitting an impressive .343.

On the other side, the Athletics (56-70) have shown recent improvement, securing six wins in their last ten games. Their offense has been more productive, scoring around 5.6 runs per game and allowing just 3.9 runs from opponents over the same stretch. The Athletics' strong hitting stats are evident in their league rankings, sitting 4th in both batting average (.254) and slugging percentage (.434).

Pitching for the Athletics will be Jacob Lopez (6-6, 3.30 ERA). Lopez is on a remarkable run, having not allowed a run in 24 consecutive innings, with 28 strikeouts during that dominant four-game stretch. While his only career start against the Twins saw him give up three home runs, his recent form suggests he could pose a significant challenge. Young slugger Nick Kurtz has also been making noise for the Athletics, hitting .327 with a .453 OBP in August.

Both teams are dealing with a number of injuries. For the Twins, key players like Alan Roden (thumb), Simeon Woods Richardson (illness), Pablo López (shoulder), and Christian Vázquez (shoulder) are sidelined. The Athletics also have several players out, including Denzel Clarke (lower body), Jacob Wilson (hand), Luis Severino (oblique), and Max Muncy (hand).

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

The Minnesota Twins hold an 87-113 all-time head-to-head record against the Athletics. Of those victories, 52 have come on their home turf at Target Field. The Athletics, meanwhile, have secured 35 of their 113 wins on the road against the Twins.

In the current 2025 season series, the Twins hold a 3-1 lead over the Athletics. Their last encounter on June 5 saw the Athletics claim a 3-0 victory. Historically, the Twins have shown a tendency for higher offensive output when facing the Athletics at home, scoring more than 4.5 runs in six of their last seven head-to-head matchups at Target Field.

Pick: Over 8.5 Total Runs

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Despite both starting pitchers, Joe Ryan and Jacob Lopez, coming into this game with impressive recent performances, the offensive trends in this matchup point towards a higher-scoring affair. The Athletics have been hot at the plate, averaging 5.6 runs per game over their last ten outings. The Twins, while inconsistent overall, have historically found success scoring runs against the Athletics at home, putting up over 4.5 runs in six of their last seven home matchups against them.

Target Field itself is slightly batter-friendly with a park factor of 102. While Lopez's scoreless streak is impressive, the Twins' lineup, especially at home, has shown the ability to break through. Considering the recent offensive surges from both sides and the historical head-to-head scoring trends at this venue, betting the Over 8.5 total runs seems to be the most compelling play.

Top Player Prop Picks

Tyler Soderstrom (Athletics) - Hits Over 0.5

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Tyler Soderstrom has been a consistent hitter for the Athletics, especially recently. He has hit the over on 0.5 hits in 100% of his last five games and 90% of his last ten games. Looking further back, he's cleared this line in 80% of his last 20 games. Against the Twins in 2024, Soderstrom hit the over in 87.5% of his matchups, averaging 1.5 hits. When playing on the road in 2025, he's hit the over in 60.32% of games. With odds of -205, this prop offers a strong probability given Soderstrom's recent form and historical performance against the Twins. You can find these odds at BetRivers.

Brooks Lee (Minnesota Twins) - Bases Over 0.5

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Brooks Lee has been a reliable contributor for the Twins, particularly in recent games. He has hit the over on 0.5 total bases in 100% of his last five games, averaging 2.4 bases. Over his last ten games, he's hit the over 80% of the time, with an average of 2.0 bases. Against the Athletics in 2025, Lee has hit the over on this prop in 100% of his appearances, averaging 1.5 bases. At home in 2025, he's hit the over in 61.11% of games, averaging 1.48 bases. With favorable odds of -138, this prop is a solid pick given Lee's consistent production and strong performance against this opponent. You can find these odds at Pinnacle.

Brent Rooker (Athletics) - Hits Over 0.5

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Brent Rooker has demonstrated a consistent ability to get on base, making the over 0.5 hits prop an attractive option. He has hit the over in 60% of his last five games and 70% of his last ten games, averaging 1.0 and 1.2 hits respectively. Over the entire season, Rooker has hit the over on this prop in 68.25% of his games, averaging 1.07 hits. More impressively, against the Twins in 2025, he's hit the over in 75% of his matchups, averaging 1.25 hits. Despite a challenging individual matchup against Joe Ryan in the past, Rooker's overall hitting trends and performance against the Twins this season make this a strong play at -186 odds. You can find these odds at BetRivers.

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