MLB Odds: Athletics-Twins prediction, odds and pick

The Minnesota Twins beat the Oakland Athletics 2-1 on Friday. The Twins won despite leaving 10 runners on the base paths. Emilio Pagan struggled in the ninth but managed to save the game. Oakland is 10-16 and last in AL West, while Minnesota is 16-11 and in first place in AL Central.

James Kaprielian made his first start of 2022 last week. He pitched two innings and allowed four earned runs on three hits and four walks. The A's are 28th in batting average, 30th on-base percentage, 23rd in runs, and 22nd in home runs. They have won 11 games this season and have scored at least four runs in seven of them.

Chris Paddack will start for Minnesota against Oakland. The Twins are 12-3 over the past 15 games. Minnesota's offense has been a big part of their success. They are also the best team in their division. They will cover the spread if they can take advantage of Oakland's mistakes. If they get to the A's bullpen early, they could get a win.

Neither team scored much last night. Minnesota has the edge here and should take advantage of Oakland team headed for a long season.