Twins vs. Padres: MLB Prediction & Analysis

Our detailed prediction and analysis for the Twins vs. Padres MLB game on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is featured below. Drawing from 10,000 game simulations, we provide expert picks, betting odds, and insights.
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Twins
Dean Kremer 2-4, 5.40 ERA
5
7
Petco Park
Padres
Casey Mize 5-7, 3.18 ERA
Petco Park
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RHE
Twins
1 2 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 5 10 2
Padres
0 1 0 0 0 1 4 1 X 7 10 0
Live Probabilities
Win %
  • Twins
    0%
  • Padres
    100%
Win Probability
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Last At Bat
Outs
Ryan Jeffers grounds out to shallow infield, Xander Bogaerts to Ty France.
Quick Box Score
Twins Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 L. Keaschall RF4122100.5001.850
2 B. Buxton CF4000011.0000.200
3 J. Bell DH4000011.0000.200
4 R. Jeffers C5120000.4001.000
5 K. Clemens LF4021000.5001.000
6 R. Lewis 1B4000000.0000.000
7 R. Kreidler 2B0000000.0000.000
8 B. Lee 3B4231101.7502.500
9 K. Culpepper SS4111100.2501.250
Padres Hitting
No.PlayerPosABRHRBIHRBBSOAVGOPS
1 F. Tatis RF5121001.4000.800
2 J. Cronenworth 2B5222003.4001.200
3 M. Machado 3B3100021.0000.400
4 T. France 1B4011001.2500.500
5 J. Merrill CF3122110.6672.417
6 L. Rengifo LF4000001.0000.000
7 L. Campusano DH2110000.5001.000
8 X. Bogaerts SS4010001.2500.500
9 F. Fermin C3110000.3330.666

Twins vs. Padres: Detailed Breakdown

Matchup overview: MLB Saturday

  • Teams: Minnesota Twins vs. San Diego Padres
  • Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
  • Time: 8:40PM ET
  • Venue: Petco Park

Current betting odds

  • Spread: Twins (+1.5, -163), Padres (-1.5, +156)
  • Moneyline: Twins +129, Padres -133
  • Total (Over/Under): 7.5 runs (-111/+108)

Dimers’ win probabilities

  • Twins: 43.1%
  • Padres: 56.9%

Dimers' predictive MLB model, renowned for its accuracy, assesses each team's chances by simulating the outcome of the game 10,000 times. This method provides a precise and unbiased view.

Our Prediction: Who Wins?

After extensive simulations, our model gives the Twins a win probability of 43.1%, while the Padres have a win probability of 56.9%.

Summary

According to our analysis, the Padres are more likely to beat the Twins in the MLB game at Petco Park on Saturday. Discover the best run line, over/under and moneyline odds, picks and probabilities for the game on this page.

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