Los Angeles Angels vs. Minnesota Twins Picks an Prediction for Friday, July 10, 2026

By: David Anicetti Published 07/10/2026, 12:05 AM ET

The Los Angeles Angels begin a three-game road series against the Minnesota Twins on Friday at 8:10 p.m. ET at Target Field. Los Angeles enters at 37-56 and sits last in the AL West, while Minnesota is 46-47 and third in the AL Central, two games behind first place. The Angels snapped a four-game losing streak with a 13-1 win over Texas on Wednesday, while the Twins bring a four-game winning streak into this matchup after completing a sweep of Cleveland. Cash in a winner with our free MLB picks

Los Angeles Angels Preview

The Angels rank 23rd in MLB with a .239 team batting average but have still generated 415 runs and 107 home runs this season. Zach Neto leads the club with 19 home runs and 45 RBI, while Jo Adell has driven in a team-high 52 runs and collected 90 hits with a .251 average. Mike Trout continues to provide middle-of-the-order production with 18 home runs, a .394 on-base percentage, and 38 RBI. Nolan Schanuel has been the club's most consistent hitter, batting .258.

Los Angeles has struggled on the mound throughout the season. The Angels rank 24th in MLB with a 4.63 ERA and own a 1.40 WHIP while allowing opponents to hit .237. The pitching staff has surrendered 97 home runs and recorded only 26 quality starts.

Injuries: Grayson Rodriguez (15-Day IL), Adam Frazier (10-Day IL), Gustavo Campero (10-Day IL), Ben Joyce (60-Day IL), Travis d'Arnaud (60-Day IL).

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Minnesota Twins Preview

Minnesota ranks 12th in MLB with a .248 batting average while scoring 457 runs with 117 home runs and a .324 on-base percentage. Byron Buxton has powered the lineup with a .271 average, 25 home runs, and 45 RBI. Josh Bell leads the club with 60 RBI and 13 home runs, while Brooks Lee has added 14 home runs and 50 RBI. Trevor Larnach is batting .286 with six home runs and a .380 on-base percentage, giving the Twins another dependable bat.

The Twins have been below average on the pitching side, ranking 26th in MLB with a 4.78 ERA and a 1.39 WHIP. Minnesota has recorded 33 quality starts and 746 strikeouts over 802.1 innings but has allowed opponents to hit .254.

Injuries: Bailey Ober (15-Day IL), Cole Sands (15-Day IL), Ryan Jeffers (10-Day IL), Byron Buxton (10-Day IL). Zebby Matthews is listed as day-to-day.

Pitching Matchup

Los Angeles Angels – Grayson Rodriguez (RHP)

Rodriguez is 2-2 with an 8.06 ERA and 1.83 WHIP across 25.2 innings. He has allowed 32 hits and 15 walks while striking out 24 batters. Rodriguez has struggled with consistency and will need to limit free passes against a productive Minnesota lineup.

Minnesota Twins – Zebby Matthews (RHP)

Matthews is 4-5 with a 4.43 ERA and an excellent 1.16 WHIP over 61.0 innings. He has allowed just 55 hits while striking out 51 batters against only 16 walks. Matthews has done a good job limiting baserunners and gives Minnesota a dependable option to open the series.

Los Angeles Angels vs Minnesota Twins Prediction

Minnesota enters with far better momentum after winning four straight games and has the advantage with Zebby Matthews facing an Angels lineup that has been inconsistent away from home. Los Angeles showed its offensive upside with Wednesday's blowout victory over Texas, but Rodriguez has struggled to keep opponents off the scoreboard. The Twins' balanced lineup should create enough scoring opportunities while Matthews delivers another steady outing. Minnesota also has extra confidence playing at Target Field, where its offense has been more productive throughout the season. Final Score Prediction: Minnesota Twins win 6-3.