Twins vs Royals Picks and Prediction – 4/9/2025

This Wednesday, Joe Ryan and the Minnesota Twins face off against Seth Lugo and the Kansas City Royals in the second game of their early-season divisional matchup at Kauffman Stadium. The Twins, now 3-7, are coming off a 4-2 loss on Monday and continue to look for answers after a sluggish start.

Ryan has been solid to begin the year, but Minnesota’s offense hasn’t provided enough run support. He’ll need to work deep into the game to give his team a chance, especially against a Royals lineup that has been more consistent than expected through the first ten games of the season.

Kansas City enters at 5-5 after Monday’s win, and Lugo gets the ball with a chance to continue his sharp early-season form. He’s been efficient and composed on the mound, limiting damage and giving his team opportunities to win. If Lugo can repeat that performance, the Royals will be in great shape.

Both sides will be looking to generate offense early. For the Twins, getting production from the middle of the lineup is key. Kansas City will look to stay aggressive and test Ryan early, especially with the way they’ve been putting balls in play and applying pressure.

Kansas City’s steadier offense and Lugo’s early form give them a slight edge. Minnesota’s struggles at the plate continue to be a concern, and unless they can break through early, they may fall short again. Final Score Prediction, Kansas City Royals win 5-3.