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Minnesota Twins vs Baltimore Orioles Picks and Predictions May 8th 2025

May 8, 2025 By Scores And Stats | MLB

When Byron Buxton gets hot, it’s usually bad news for opposing pitchers—and that’s exactly what the Baltimore Orioles have discovered this week. As the Minnesota Twins aim to close out a three-game sweep at home, Buxton’s surge at the plate has made him the undisputed centerpiece of the team’s recent resurgence. After a frustrating four-game losing skid, the Twins have now rattled off four straight wins. Monday’s 9-1 blowout and Tuesday’s 5-2 victory over Baltimore have flipped the narrative, and Buxton is at the heart of it all. His three-run homer on Tuesday was his third in as many games, following a solo shot against the Boston Red Sox on Sunday and a powerful three-run drive that set the tone

Vegas Golden Knights vs Edmonton Oilers Picks and Predictions May 8th 2025

May 8, 2025 By Scores And Stats | NHL

The Oilers and Golden Knights are set to face off at 9:30 ET on ESPN. The Golden Knights will host the game at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV. The over/under for this matchup is currently set at 6.5 goals and the Golden Knights are the -1.5 favorite to win at home vs. the Oilers. With a 4-2 win over the Flames, the Oilers improved to 48-29-5. Edmonton covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals fell short of the 6.5 set for the game. Four different players scored for the Oilers, who took the lead early with a goal just 20 seconds into the first period. Edmonton held a 2-0 lead before the

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Golden State Warriors Picks and Predictions May 8th 2025

May 8, 2025 By Scores And Stats | NBA

At 8:30 ET, the Timberwolves (-527) will host the Warriors (+397) at the Target Center. Minnesota is favored by 10.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 201.5. Golden State is currently on a two-game win streak and is 48-34 overall. They are 7th in the Western Conference and 3rd in the Pacific Division. As for the Timberwolves, they are 49-33 and 6th in the West. They are 3rd in the Northwest Division. Golden State improved to 48-34 on the season with a 99-88 road win over the Timberwolves on Tuesday. The Warriors, who were +6.5 point underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The game’s total of 187 points fell well short of the 210-point line.

Washington Capitals vs Carolina Hurricanes Picks and Predictions May 8th 2025

May 8, 2025 By Scores And Stats | MLB

Don’t miss out on the NHL showdown between the Hurricanes and Capitals. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN, and it’s hosted by the Capitals at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. Get ready to place your bets! The Hurricanes are favored by -1.5 in this Metropolitan division showdown. The game’s over/under is currently at 5.5 goals. With a 4-2 win over the Capitals, the Hurricanes improved to 47-30-5. Carolina covered the puck line as -1.5 goal favorites, and the total of 6 goals matched the pre-game line. The Hurricanes scored first, but the Capitals responded with two goals in the first period. Carolina then scored three unanswered goals to secure the win, including an empty-netter in the

Los Angeles Angels vs Toronto Blue Jays Picks and Predictions May 7th 2025

May 7, 2025 By Scores And Stats | MLB

Both the Los Angeles Angels and Toronto Blue Jays are looking for sparks—and signs of turnaround—from key players and veterans in the midst of slow starts. When the two struggling AL teams continue their three-game series Wednesday in Anaheim, redemption will be the undercurrent as two players look to rediscover their form and deliver on lofty expectations. Taylor Ward’s 2025 season hadn’t been kind entering Tuesday night, with just one hit and 13 strikeouts in his previous 27 at-bats. Determined to break the slump, Ward spent extended time in the batting cage with a unique twist—facing a live minor league pitcher brought in specifically for him. That live-arm tune-up might have been exactly what he needed. Ward responded with authority,