Tigers Look to Extend Winning Streak Against Struggling Twins

Minneapolis, Minnesota — The Detroit Tigers are set to face off against the Minnesota Twins on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at 2:10 p.m. ET at Target Field. Following a thrilling 7-6 victory in the series opener, the Tigers aim to extend their winning streak to six games, while the Twins seek to turn their fortunes around amid a dismal start to the season.

The Tigers enter the matchup with a 8-5 record after a hot streak, including a 5-1 performance at home. They currently lead the American League Central, just ahead of the Cleveland Guardians. Meanwhile, the Twins, sitting at 4-10, are searching for consistent hitting after a rocky start to the 2025 season.

Detroit’s pitching will be led by right-hander Jackson Jobe (0-0, 5.00 ERA), who aims for a solid outing against Minnesota’s Chris Paddack (0-1, 14.73 ERA). Jobe’s previous performance featured nine strikeouts in his last game, and the Tigers are hopeful he can continue to build on that momentum as he faces a Twins lineup struggling for offensive consistency.

“We’ve got a confident group right now,” said Tigers manager AJ Hinch. “The guys are really finding their rhythm on both sides of the ball, and we’re excited to see how well we can keep this going.”

The Tigers’ offense has been productive, with Spencer Torkelson leading the charge. Torkelson has 14 hits this season, including three home runs and seven RBIs. Zach McKinstry has also been impressive, boasting a .350 batting average and an eight-game hitting streak. Hinch highlighted Torkelson’s contributions as vital to the lineup’s success.

On the other hand, Minnesota’s bats have shown flashes but lack consistency. Infielder Ty France has managed 12 hits, including two homers, and leads the team with seven RBIs. “We’ve got to find a way to get more guys on base and drive in runs when the opportunity presents itself,” said Twins manager Rocco Baldelli.

In their previous game, Minnesota struggled despite 11 hits, with Harrison Bader leading the team in RBIs after launching three homers this season. The Twins will look to young righty David Festa in Sunday’s matchup, hoping he can provide a spark in the rotation.

The state of the Tigers’ roster remains balanced and healthy, while the Twins are eager to shake off early-season misfortunes. Both teams aim to secure the series win in this intense AL Central rivalry.

For fans hoping to catch the action live, the game will air on Apple TV+ with streaming options available through several providers, including Fubo and DirecTV Stream.