Minnesota Twins vs Philadelphia Phillies Picks and Predictions for Saturday, September 27, 2025

By: David Anicetti Published 09/27/2025, 12:15 AM ET

The Minnesota Twins visit the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday at Citizens Bank Park, with the first pitch at 6:05 PM ET on MLB.TV. The Twins are 69–90 (31–47 away) and sit fifth in the AL Central. The Phillies are 94–65 (53–25 home) and lead the NL East. Minnesota has been eliminated from postseason contention, while Philadelphia has clinched the NL East crown. Swing for the fences with our MLB free picks.

Minnesota Twins Preview

The Twins start rookie right-hander Mick Abel, who is 2–4 with a 7.36 ERA and 1.67 WHIP in 33 innings. He has struck out 30 but walked 15 and allowed eight home runs. Minnesota’s pitching staff has a 4.62 ERA overall and often struggles with long innings due to giving up too many hits and issuing too many walks.

At the plate, Byron Buxton leads the team with a .265 average, 34 home runs, and 82 RBI. Trevor Larnach has added 17 homers, while Royce Lewis and Ryan Jeffers round out the middle of the order. The Twins as a team are hitting .239 with 187 home runs. Minnesota has won three of its last four, including a 4–0 shutout win in Texas on Thursday.

Philadelphia Phillies Preview

Ranger Suárez takes the mound for Philadelphia. The left-hander is 12–7 with a 3.12 ERA and 1.20 WHIP over 153 innings. He has 147 strikeouts and has allowed only 12 home runs, keeping the Phillies in games all season. Philadelphia’s pitchers as a group hold a 3.82 ERA.

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Offensively, the Phillies are powered by Kyle Schwarber, who has 56 home runs and 132 RBI. Trea Turner is batting .305 with 179 hits, while Bryce Harper adds 27 home runs and 75 RBI. Alec Bohm has chipped in with a .285 average, and Bryson Stott adds speed on the base paths. The Phillies are hitting .260 with 210 home runs and have won back-to-back games over Miami.

Minnesota Twins vs Philadelphia Phillies Prediction

The Phillies have the stronger starter and a better overall lineup. Philadelphia’s Suárez has been steady this season, while Miami’s Abel has struggled with control. With Philadelphia’s bats producing better at home, the matchup favors the Phillies. Final Score Prediction: Philadelphia Phillies win 6–3.