The Minnesota Twins are riding a wave of success as they enter a three-game series against the struggling Chicago White Sox. After a recent walk-off home run by catcher Christian Vazquez and a string of multi-hit games, the Twins are feeling confident and looking to extend their winning streak.
Vazquez, who has been batting .204, has found his groove in July and is starting to resemble the player fans know and love. His recent success has been a bright spot for the team, especially as they aim to continue their winning ways.
Teammate Jose Miranda has also been a consistent contributor, with a hit in 13 of his past 14 at-bats. His pinch-hit single in the seventh inning on Sunday helped secure a crucial win for the Twins.
Despite a scare with shortstop Carlos Correa suffering a finger contusion after being hit by a pitch, the Twins are hopeful that he will be back in the lineup for the series against the White Sox.
On the other side, the White Sox are looking to bounce back after a tough loss to the Miami Marlins over the weekend. Chicago squandered a lead in the final innings, allowing the Marlins to come back and secure a walk-off win.
Right-hander Chris Flexen will take the mound for the White Sox, aiming for his first victory since May. Flexen has had mixed results against the Twins this season, with a 3.68 ERA in his previous outings.
The Twins have been dominant against the White Sox this season, with a perfect 7-0 record against their division rivals. With five games decided by three runs or fewer, the Twins will look to continue their winning ways against the struggling White Sox.
As the two teams face off in what promises to be an exciting series, both will be looking to make their mark and secure crucial wins in the competitive American League Central division. With talented players on both sides, fans can expect some thrilling baseball action in the days to come.
