Minnesota Twins vs Cleveland Guardians Picks and Predictions May 20th 2025

Guardians vs Twins

The Cleveland Guardians and Minnesota Twins resume their suspended game in the top of the fourth inning at Target Field at 5:10 PM CT, followed by the regularly scheduled opener around 5:40 PM CT—weather permitting. Expect breezy, chilly rain with a high near 45°F and a low around 44°F.

Resumed Game and Doubleheader Details

Monday’s contest paused with Cleveland leading 2-1 after three innings. Twins’ RBI contributions from Ty France and Willi Castro gave Minnesota that advantage, while Kyle Manzardo plated Cleveland’s run. Both clubs will need fresh bullpen arms to cover the remaining five innings plus the full nightcap.

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Pitching Matchups

For the resumed game, neither Monday’s openers (Bailey Ober and Logan Allen) will return. In Game 2, Guardians righty Gavin Williams (3-2, 4.29 ERA) opposes Twins’ Chris Paddack (2-3, 4.05 ERA), who brings back-to-back quality starts into this interleague rematch.

X-Factors and Strategy

With bullpen usage heavy, managers Stephen Vogt and Tony Mansolino must juggle relievers wisely over two games. Watch for duel matchups—Bailey Ober’s return in long relief could swing momentum, and Matt Wallner’s anticipated rehab assignment might lift Minnesota’s lineup.

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Backing the Twins in Game 2 offers value given Paddack’s recent form and Cleveland’s bullpen load. For alternate action, consider the under on combined runs in the resumed contest—rain and depleted pen depth suggest a low-scoring finish.