On Friday, a series opener is on the schedule, with the Houston Astros (3-4) visiting the Minnesota Twins (4-2) at 4:10 PM ET.
Oddsmakers project the Twins as a close favorite (-115 moneyline odds) against the Astros (-105). The starting pitchers are Sonny Gray (1-0) for the Minnesota Twins, and Jose Urquidy for the Houston Astros.
The Twins lost 5-2 against the Marlins Friday, with Griffin Jax taking the loss. He threw 1/3 of an inning, giving up two earned runs on two hits while striking out one. Ryan Jeffers went 1-for-3 with a double to lead the Twins offensively.
The Astros defeated the Tigers 8-2 Friday, with Cristian Javier registering the win while throwing six innings, giving up one earned run on five hits while striking out five. Jeremy Pena went 2-for-5 with a double, a home run and two RBI to pace the Astros’ offense.