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The Los Angeles Angels host the struggling Minnesota Twins tonight at Angel Stadium, with first pitch scheduled for 9:38 PM ET. Despite their disappointing 67-76 record, the Angels enter as substantial -126 moneyline favorites against Minnesota (63-80).
Game Details and Broadcast Information
When: Monday, September 8, 2025 at 9:38 PM ET
Where: Angel Stadium of Anaheim
TV Coverage: Fox Sports West (FDSW) and Minnesota Twins Network (MNNT)
Betting Odds and Spread
The sportsbooks have set the Angels as clear favorites despite both teams being well out of playoff contention:
- Angels Moneyline: -126
- Twins Moneyline: +105
- Run Line: Angels -1.5
- Over/Under: 9 total runs
Starting Pitcher Matchup
Angels: Caden Dana makes just his second start of the season
Twins: Simeon Woods Richardson (5-4) takes the mound for his 19th start
This pitching matchup heavily favors Minnesota, as Dana remains largely unproven at the major league level while Woods Richardson has been a reliable starter for the Twins throughout 2025.
Angels Offense Led by Jo Adell’s Power Surge
Jo Adell has been the bright spot in an otherwise forgettable Angels season. The outfielder leads the team with 35 home runs and 94 RBIs while maintaining a solid .507 slugging percentage. His recent two-game homer streak has provided much-needed offensive spark.
Other key Angels contributors include:
- Taylor Ward: Team-high 95 RBIs despite a disappointing .225 batting average
- Zach Neto: Solid all-around numbers with a .257/.318/.474 slash line
- Mike Trout: Limited by injuries but still productive with a .362 on-base percentage
The Angels have struggled offensively, ranking just 23rd in MLB with 4.3 runs per game. Their .228 team batting average ranks 29th, and they lead the league in strikeouts with 9.9 per game.
Twins Looking to Avoid Another Loss
Minnesota’s offense has been equally inconsistent, averaging 4.2 runs per game (25th in MLB). Byron Buxton remains their most dangerous hitter when healthy, leading the team with 30 home runs, 74 RBIs, and a .271 batting average.
Supporting cast includes:
- Trevor Larnach: .256 average with 16 homers and solid plate discipline
- Brooks Lee: Contributing 14 home runs in a rookie campaign
- Matt Wallner: Power potential with 21 homers despite a low .205 average
Pitching Staffs Struggle for Both Teams
Neither team boasts impressive pitching numbers. The Angels rank 28th in team ERA (4.81) and 26th in strikeouts per nine innings (7.9). Minnesota fares slightly better with a 4.57 ERA (24th) and 8.6 strikeouts per nine (12th).
Injury Report Impact
The Angels face significant roster challenges with multiple players sidelined, including Anthony Rendón on the 60-day IL. The Twins have their own injury concerns, with Byron Buxton listed as day-to-day with knee issues and Ryan Jeffers on the 7-day concussion IL.
Betting Trends and Analysis
The Angels have struggled as favorites this season, going just 17-18 in 35 games as moneyline favorites. When favored at -126 or shorter, they’re an underwhelming 10-13 (43.5% win rate).
Minnesota has shown resilience as underdogs, winning 22 of 57 games (38.6%) when not favored. However, as underdogs of +105 or longer, they’re just 14-24 (36.8%).
Both teams have seen plenty of high-scoring games, with the Angels going over the total in 75 of 143 games and the Twins hitting the over in 66 of 142 contests.
Final Prediction
Despite the Angels being heavy favorites, this game presents value on the underdog Twins. Woods Richardson gives Minnesota a significant edge on the mound against the inexperienced Dana. With both offenses capable of explosive innings, expect a competitive game that could go either way.
Predicted Score: Twins 6, Angels 5
Best Bet: Twins +105 moneyline
Total: Over 9 runs
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