Oakland Athletics vs Minnesota Twins Picks and Predictions June 4th 2025

Oakland Athletics vs Minnesota Twins June 4th 2025

The Minnesota Twins travel to Sutter Health Park to take on the Athletics on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. This night game kicks off at 10:05 PM and will be broadcast on MNNT. The Twins, managed by Rocco Baldelli, are currently 33-27 and sit 6 games back in the AL Central.

The Athletics, led by manager Mark Kotsay, have a record of 23-39 and are 11 games back in the AL West. The Twins will start Zebby Matthews, who has an ERA of 6.43 and a WHIP of 1.50. The Athletics counter with Jeffrey Springs, who holds a 4.72 ERA and a 1.38 WHIP.

Twins vs Athletics Key Information

• Sport: Baseball
• Teams: Minnesota Twins vs. None Athletics
• Venue: Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, CA
• Date: Wednesday, June 4, 2025
• Betting Odds: Twins MoneyLine -137, Athletics MoneyLine +114

The Twins Can Win If…

The Minnesota Twins are coming off a strong win against the Athletics with a score of 10-3. Willi Castro led the charge with two home runs and two RBIs. Trevor Larnach also contributed with three hits, including a home run, and Royce Lewis added a double with two RBIs.

The Twins have shown they can hit well, ranking 12th in doubles this season. Their pitching staff has been effective, with a team ERA of 3.32, placing them 6th overall. This balance of hitting and pitching gives them a solid chance to win.

Key players like Byron Buxton and Ty France are crucial for the Twins’ success. Buxton has 10 home runs and 37 RBIs, while France has a batting average of .274. With Zebby Matthews starting, the Twins will look to support him with strong hitting and defense.

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The Athletics Can Win If…

The None Athletics are looking to bounce back after their recent loss to the Minnesota Twins, 10-3. Despite the loss, Lawrence Butler showed solid performance with two doubles. Tyler Soderstrom and Shea Langeliers also contributed with extra-base hits, highlighting their potential to drive in runs.

The Athletics’ batting stats show promise, ranking 4th in slugging percentage at .417. They also have 75 home runs, placing them 7th in the league. With players like Brent Rooker and Tyler Soderstrom leading the team in home runs, the Athletics have the power to change the game’s outcome quickly.

Jeffrey Springs will start on the mound for the Athletics, bringing a 4.72 ERA and a 5-4 record. He has shown the ability to keep games close, which could be key against the Twins. With the support of their top hitters, the Athletics have a chance to secure a win at home.

The Lean

The Twins are favored with a moneyline of -137 against the Athletics at +114. The Twins have a strong pitching staff, ranking 6th in ERA at 3.32, while the Athletics struggle with a 5.85 ERA, ranked 30th. Given these stats, the model projects the Twins to win with a score of 6-4. The recommendation is to pick the Twins to win straight up.

The over/under line is set at 9.5 runs. The Athletics have a high batting average against of .280, suggesting they allow many runs. The Twins’ offense is capable, with a slugging percentage of .417, ranked 4th. The model projects a total score of 10 runs. Thus, the recommendation is to take the over on this game.

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Willi Castro Stays Hot as Twins Look to Keep Rolling vs. Athletics

Willi Castro may not be known for power, but the Minnesota Twins utility man is rewriting that narrative in June. After two multi-homer games in the past week, Castro will look to keep the power surge alive Wednesday night as the Twins continue their four-game series against the slumping Oakland Athletics in West Sacramento, California.

The Twins have piled up 20 runs over the first two games of the series, and Castro’s been at the heart of it. On Tuesday, he crushed solo home runs from both sides of the plate in a 10-3 win — echoing a similar two-homer performance last Friday against Seattle.

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Castro’s Adjustments Paying Off

Now sitting at six home runs for the season, Castro says a refined approach at the plate is paying dividends.

“I don’t really look for a pitch. They say just look for a fastball and react to the other stuff. I’m ready for anything,” Castro said. “I got really good swings, and you have to keep it working.”

His versatility and recent offensive jolt have given the Twins a much-needed spark during a pivotal stretch.

“He’s looked really good at the plate from both sides,” Twins manager Rocco Baldelli noted. “Sometimes you need someone to jump start you, and (Tuesday) it was Willi Castro. He was a spark plug.”

Minnesota also saw a positive sign from Royce Lewis, who ended an 0-for-32 slump with a key two-run double.

A’s Continue Spiraling in AL Basement

Meanwhile, the Athletics dropped their eighth straight game Tuesday and have now lost 19 of their past 20 contests. Despite briefly holding a 2-1 lead into the sixth, their bullpen collapsed under another late-game Twins onslaught, including a homer from Trevor Larnach.

The A’s have surrendered 94 home runs this season — most in the majors — a stat that manager Mark Kotsay didn’t shy away from.

“We lead the (majors) in giving up homers,” Kotsay admitted. “That’s something we really need to focus on and get the baseball down in the bottom third of the zone.”

One bright spot for Oakland has been Lawrence Butler, who has reached base seven times in the series and boasts four hits, including a homer and three doubles.

Rookie standout Jacob Wilson — batting .355 and fresh off being named AL Rookie of the Month — is expected to return to the lineup Wednesday after missing Tuesday’s game with a neck issue.

“Obviously, we’re going through a little hump in our season right now,” Wilson said. “It can turn at any point with this team.”

Pitching Preview: Matthews vs. Springs

Zebby Matthews (0-1, 6.43 ERA) gets the nod for Minnesota. The 25-year-old rookie threw a career-best seven innings in his last outing but gave up two homers and four earned runs.

Oakland counters with lefty Jeffrey Springs (5-4, 4.72 ERA), who has been shelled in recent starts. He’s allowed 10 runs over his last 8.2 innings and walked a season-high six batters in a loss to Toronto last Friday. That said, Springs owns a stellar 0.73 ERA in three career outings against Minnesota.

For bettors, this matchup is ripe for MLB Predictions and Picks as the Twins’ hot bats meet an Oakland rotation struggling to keep the ball in the park.

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