Orioles and Twins open critical series for wild card positioning
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
The Baltimore Orioles begin a three-game series against the Minnesota Twins on August 10 in Minnesota. The Orioles, coming off a series loss in Texas, are looking to keep offensive momentum after scoring 10 runs in their last game. They currently trail the Texas Rangers by two games in the wild card standings. The Twins hold a 4-6 record over their last 10 games and have dealt with injuries, including Byron Buxton's absence from the lineup. Each team is striving to stay competitive amid a crowded wild card race in the American League.
- •Orioles scored 10 runs in their last game, avoiding a series sweep.
- •Baltimore trails the Rangers by two games in the wild card race.
- •Twins have a -35 run differential compared to the Orioles' -33.
- •Game 1 features LHP Trevor Rogers against RHP Dean Kremer.
- •Byron Buxton remains on the injured list for Minnesota.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Orioles—Twins series preview: Another wild card contender
"After dropping a series in Texas, the Orioles will look to take a step forward against the Twins.
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