Prediction, odds, and pick for the Orioles versus Twins game on May 8, 2025
It's game two of a three-game series for the Baltimore Orioles and the Minnesota Twins. In the first game, the Twins ruled supreme. After Byron Buxton scored the first run in the third, Ryan Jeffers added two more RBIs. Carlos Correa hit a homerun as well, making it 5-0. However, the Orioles didn'
t give up easily. Ryan Mountcastle drove in a run in the fourth, and Buxton hit a three-run homer in the seventh. Correa added another RBI, securing a 9-1 victory for the Twins.
Moving onto game two, scheduled for Wednesday.
Starting Pitchers
Joining the battle will be Charlie Morton for the Orioles (0-6, 9.76 ERA) and Simeon Woods Richardson for the Twins (2-2, 4.03 ERA).
Moneyline & Run Line Odds
- Moneyline: Orioles +115 to +124, Twins -135 to -148
- Run Line (Spread): Orioles +1.5 (-172 to -190), Twins -1.5 (+143 to +155)
Prediction & Pick
The odds favor the Twins, as their pitching has been steadier, while the Orioles struggle, particularly with Morton on the mound. Analytics models and expert advice both lean towards backing the Twins on the moneyline. Consider "Minnesota Twins (Moneyline)" for your bet. The total remains a toss-up; consider both Over and Under based on the teams' recent offensive trends.
Shockingly, despite Mountcastle's effective batting for the Orioles, Charlie Morton's struggles on the mound could lead to a similar outcome in game two. In the playoffs of their inning-by-inning baseball battle, Simeon Woods Richardson may prove to be a winning addition for the Twins, especially with sports betting prediction favoring them. The moneyline odds are in their favor, with a betting range of -135 to -148, offering potential return on investment if one picks "Minnesota Twins (Moneyline)". However, the total remains a toss-up; consider both Over and Under based on the teams' recent offensive trends.
