Cubs vs Twins Predictions & Odds (May 13)
By John Perrotto in MLB Baseball
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- The Twins are -165 home favorites over the Cubs on Saturday
- Hayden Wesneski (2-1, 3.93) will start for the Cubs against the Twins’ Joe Ryan (5-1, 2.45)
- A look at the Cubs vs Twins matchup and odds can be found below with a pick
The Chicago Cubs and Minnesota Twins play the middle game of their three-game series at 2:10 p.m. ET Saturday at Target Field in Minneapolis.
The Cubs (19-19, 8-8 road) won the series opener 6-2 on Friday night for their second win in a row following a three-game losing streak. The Twins (21-18, 12-8 home) lost for the fourth time in their last six games.
Cubs vs Twins Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Runline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Cubs | +140 | +1.5 (-145) | Over 7.5 (-110) |
| Minnesota Twins | -165 | -1.5 (+125) | Under 7.5 (-110) |
The Twins are -165 favorites over the Cubs on Saturday in the MLB odds, giving them a 62.26% implied win probability. Minnesota has +2000 World Series championship odds and Chicago is listed at +10000.
Rain is in the forecast for Saturday morning and evening, but the teams should be able to get the afternoon game in on what shapes up to be a breezy day. It is expected to be cloudy with a high of 71 with an east wind of 15-20 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
Odds as of May 12th at DraftKings Sportsbook.
Cubs vs Twins Probable Pitchers
Rookie Hayden Wesneski (2-1, 3.93) is expected to pitch for the Cubs against Joe Ryan (5-1, 2.45). Both will be working on five days of rest.
Wesneski vs Ryan
| 2-1 | Record | 5-1 |
| 3.93 | ERA | 2.45 |
| 5.65 | xERA | 2.39 |
| 1.28 | WHIP | 0.84 |
| 2.88 | SO/W | 7.83 |
Wesneski has a 1.59 ERA in his last three starts while going 1-0. He had a no-decision against the Miami Marlins on Sunday at home in which he gave up one run and five hits in six innings while striking out six and walking none.
This will be Wesneski’s first career appearance against the Twins.
Wesneski has recorded quality starts in three of his seven outings this season and the Cubs are 4-3 when he takes the mound. Wesneski, who has +4000 NL Rookie of the Year odds, is 1-0 with a 2.55 ERA in three road starts and 1-1 with a 2.93 ERA in three starts in day games.
Ryan took his first loss of the season in his last outing on Sunday against the Guardians in Cleveland. He went six innings and allowed two runs, eight hits and no walks while striking out four.4
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— Tyler the Twins Guy (@tjhartmanmusic) May 7, 2023
Ryan has a 1-1 career record and a 4.50 ERA in two career starts versus the Cubs.
At home this season, Ryan has won both starts and compiled a 3.46 ERA. He is 2-1 with a 3.50 ERA in three daytime starts.
Ryan has notched five quality starts in his seven games and the Twins are 5-2 when he is on the hill. Ryan’s AL Cy Young odds are +3500.
Batting Average vs Starting Pitchers
| Cubs Batters | Batting Average vs Joe Ryan |
|---|---|
| Trey Mancini | .667 |
| Eric Hosmer | .500 |
| Cody Bellinger | .500 |
| Tucker Barnhart | .400 |
| Ian Happ | .333 |
| Patrick Wisdom | .000 |
| Twins Batters | Batting Average vs Hayden Wesneski |
| Donovan Solano | .400 |
| Kyle Farmer | .200 |
Cubs catcher Tucker Barnhart is 2 for 5 against Ryan in his career and Twins infielder Donovan Solano is 2 for 5 versus Wesneski.
Cubs vs Twins Betting Outlook
Rookie Matt Mervis doubled in a run and Yan Gomes hit an RBI single in a two-run seventh inning to put the Cubs ahead 3-2 in the seventh inning Friday night and they went on to beat the Twins.
Christopher Morel hit a two-run home run for the Cubs. Ian Happ finished with three hits and Patrick Wisdom had two hits.
The Cubs placed second baseman Nico Hoerner on the injured list before the game with a left hamstring strain and called up outfielder/infielder Miles Mastrobuoni from Triple-A Iowa. Morel started at second base and went 2 for 5.
The Cubs also activated left-handed reliever Brandon Hughes (left knee inflammation) from the injured list and optioned right-hander Javier Assad to Iowa.
The Twins were held to four hits. Right fielder Max Kepler did not start a day after leaving a win over the Padres with a leg cramp but did appear as a pinch-hitter.
Cubs vs Twins Last 10 Games
| Date | Home Team | Away Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5/12/23 | Twins | Cubs | CHC, 6-2 |
| 9/22/22 | Cubs | Twins | MIN, 5-4 |
| 9/21/22 | Cubs | Twins | MIN, 9-5 |
| 9/1/22 | Twins | Cubs | CHC, 3-0 |
| 8/31/22 | Twins | Cubs | CHC, 3-1 |
| 9/20/20 | Cubs | Twins | CHC, 11-10 |
| 9/19/20 | Cubs | Twins | CHC, 14-9 |
| 9/18/20 | Cubs | Twins | CHC, 10-6 |
| 6/21/15 | Twins | Cubs | CHC, 8-0 |
| 6/20/15 | Twins | Cubs | CHC, 4-1 |
The teams have split eight games since 2020.
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John Perrotto has been covering and writing about sports for various outlets for over 40 years. His work has appeared in the likes of USA TODAY, ESPN.com, SI.com, Forbes.com, The Associated Press, Baseball Digest, and more. John is based out of Beaver Falls, PA.
