Twins host Braves as lineup adjusts for critical matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 10:47 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
The Minnesota Twins are facing the Atlanta Braves on August 17, 2026, at 6:40 PM CT. The Twins have made changes to their roster, recalling Alex Jackson after a week off the 40-man roster due to injuries affecting their lineup. With Martin Perez starting for the Braves, the Twins aim to capitalize on his tendencies against left-handed bats. Despite recent struggles, Minnesota remains in the playoff hunt, currently sitting 1.5 games out of a postseason spot.
- •Twins lead the series against the Braves 1-0 after yesterday's game.
- •Alex Jackson returned to the Twins' roster as a third catcher.
- •Minnesota is 1.5 games behind a playoff spot.
- •Martin Perez is starting for Atlanta against the Twins tonight.
- •Twins' offense has struggled since the All-Star Break.
- 10:47 PMYahoo Sports — Game 126: Braves at Twins
"Alex Jackson is here to collect dust, as Derek Falvey intended.
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