Twins and Athletics meet for series opener in Oakland
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 12:40 AM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
The Minnesota Twins face the Oakland Athletics tonight in the first game of their series at 8:40 PM CT. The Twins start Zebby Matthews, who has been solid lately, while the A's counter with Jeffrey Springs, returning from injury with a strong last performance. Both teams are looking to build momentum, as the Twins aim for a series victory and the Athletics seek their third consecutive win. The Athletics lineup features several notable players, including Henry Bolte and Jeff McNeil, while the Twins lineup includes Byron Buxton and Josh Bell.
- •Twins start Zebby Matthews against A's Jeffrey Springs.
- •Game begins at 8:40 PM CT in Oakland.
- •Twins aim to win series against struggling Athletics.
- •Athletics hope to extend winning streak to three games.
- •Buxton continues to be a key player for the Twins.
- 12:40 AMYahoo Sports — Game #133: Twins at Athletics Game Thread
- 1:08 AMYahoo Sports — Game 132: Twins at A’s
- 12:41 AMYahoo Sports — Game #132: Twins at Athletics Game Thread
"The Minnesota Twins are visiting the homeless Athletics as they try to get their season back on the rails.
"A chance at three straight wins? Pinch me!
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 26, 2026, 12:40 AMGame #133: Twins at Athletics Game Thread
Time For a Bounce-Back Win
- Yahoo SportsAug 25, 2026, 1:08 AMGame 132: Twins at A’s
The Minnesota Twins are visiting the homeless Athletics as they try to get their season back on the rails.
- Yahoo SportsAug 25, 2026, 12:41 AMGame #132: Twins at Athletics Game Thread
A chance at three straight wins? Pinch me!
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