Pittsburgh Pirates vs Minnesota Twins MLB Betting Prediction
PublishedJuly 12, 2025,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:July 12, 2025 ,

MLB Pittsburgh Pirates vs Minnesota Twins Prediction 7/12

On Saturday, July 12, 2025, the Pittsburgh Pirates will visit the Minnesota Twins at Target Field in Minneapolis, MN. The game is set to start at 2:10 PM and will be broadcast on SN PT. Fans can expect a mild afternoon with scattered clouds and a light breeze blowing in.

Pirates vs. Twins Betting Prediction

  • Money Line Prediction: Minnesota Twins -143. The Twins have a strong home record of 27-19, while the Pirates struggle on the road with a 12-36 record. This gives the Twins an edge at Target Field.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Under 9.0 (-101). Both teams have shown limited offensive output in recent games, with the Pirates scoring just 1 run in their last game and the Twins scoring 2. This suggests a lower-scoring game.

Team Trends

  • The Pittsburgh Pirates have a road record of 12-36 this season.
  • The Minnesota Twins have a home record of 27-19 this season.
  • Pittsburgh Pirates manager is Don Kelly, and their hitting coach is Matt Hague.
  • Minnesota Twins manager is Rocco Baldelli, and their pitching coach is Pete Maki.
  • The game will be played at Target Field in Minneapolis, MN, with a weather forecast of scattered clouds and a light breeze.

Pirates vs Twins Preview

The Pittsburgh Pirates will take on the Minnesota Twins at Target Field on July 12, 2025. The Pirates will have Mike Burrows on the mound. Burrows has an ERA of 3.63 and a WHIP of 1.31. He has a record of 1 win and 2 losses this season. The Twins have not yet named their starting pitcher for this game.

The Pirates will aim to secure a win against the Twins. Playing in an outdoor stadium, they will need to adjust to the mild weather and light breeze. Fans can catch the action on SN PT at 2:10 PM. This game is set to be an exciting afternoon for baseball enthusiasts.

Twins’ Top Hitters and Season Performance

The Minnesota Twins have some key players leading their lineup. Ty France stands out with a .252 batting average in 90 games. He also leads the team in runs and RBIs with 35 and 42, respectively. Carlos Correa and Ryan Jeffers are also important contributors. Correa has a .261 batting average with 30 RBIs. Jeffers has hit 7 home runs and has a .346 OBP, showing strong on-base skills. Brooks Lee and Kody Clemens add depth to the lineup. Lee has 8 home runs and a .260 batting average. Clemens leads the team with 11 home runs, despite a lower batting average of .208.

Pirates’ Lineup and Season Insights

Andrew McCutchen leads the Pittsburgh Pirates’ offense. He has a .259 batting average in 83 games. McCutchen also has 8 home runs, which is the highest on the team. Ke’Bryan Hayes has played in 87 games this season. His batting average is .238, and he has hit 2 home runs. Hayes shares the team lead in runs and RBIs with McCutchen, both having 29 runs and 31 RBIs. Isiah Kiner-Falefa adds to the Pirates’ lineup with a .267 batting average. He has played 81 games and has 1 home run. Kiner-Falefa is second on the team in runs and RBIs, with 26 runs and 23 RBIs.

Final Betting Pick

The Minnesota Twins are a strong pick on the money line at -143. They have a solid home record of 27-19, which is much better than the Pirates’ road record of 12-36. Playing at Target Field gives the Twins an advantage, as they have shown they can perform well in front of their home fans.

The prediction for the game to go under 9.0 runs is also supported by recent performances. Both teams have struggled offensively, with the Pirates scoring only 1 run in their last game and the Twins scoring 2. Given the limited offensive output from both sides, a lower-scoring game is likely. The Pirates’ starting pitcher, Mike Burrows, has an ERA of 3.63, which could help keep the score low.

All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!

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