The Minnesota Twins host the Texas Rangers on June 10, 2025. Can Byron Buxton and Trevor Larnach power the offense against Rangers ace Tyler Mahle? Find out.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Welcome home, Twins! After a road trip of mixed results, Minnesota is back at the friendly confines of Target Field, kicking off a crucial three-game series against the Texas Rangers. As we speak, the game is underway, with the Twins looking to set a positive tone for a homestand that could define their June.
In their last 10 games, the Twins' offense has been on fire, averaging an impressive 6 runs per game while launching 16 homers.
The series opener features a challenging matchup. Our own Simeon Woods Richardson (2-2, 5.02 ERA) takes the hill, looking to find his rhythm and tame a Rangers lineup that can do damage. He's facing a tough opponent in Tyler Mahle, who has been stellar for Texas with a 5-3 record and a sparkling 2.02 ERA. The Twins' bats will need to be sharp, especially with Rangers' hitter Carter coming in hot after a 3-for-4 night with a homer in his last game.
If the Twins are going to solve Mahle, look no further than the heart of the order. Byron Buxton has been an absolute force, leading the team with 38 RBI and pacing the club with 10 home runs. He's not alone in the power department, though. Trevor Larnach has matched Buxton's 10 long balls, giving the Twins a formidable duo capable of changing the game with one swing. Their production is the main reason the Twins are sitting comfortably at 35-30 and second in the AL Central.
While the home runs grab the headlines, the offense's success is also built on consistency. Catcher Ryan Jeffers has been a steady presence, hitting a solid .254 with 13 doubles and 22 walks. His ability to get on base and provide quality at-bats has been invaluable, lengthening the lineup and giving the big boppers more opportunities to drive in runs. It's this kind of depth that makes the Twins' offense a legitimate threat every single night.
Looking at the last 10 games, the story of this Twins team becomes clear. They've gone an even 5-5, but the stats tell a story of two extremes. The offense has been firing on all cylinders, but the pitching has been a concern, posting a 4.69 ERA with 8.8 strikeouts per nine innings. For the Twins to make a serious run, the arms will need to match the production of the bats, and this homestand is the perfect time to start.
This series against the Rangers is more than just another three games. It's a test. Can the pitching staff, starting with Woods Richardson tonight, rise to the occasion and support an offense that's clearly doing its part? A successful homestand here could provide the momentum needed to close the gap in the AL Central. It's going to be a fun week of baseball at Target Field.
