Minnesota Twins Face Athletics in Crucial Series Finale

The Minnesota Twins will clash with the Athletics in a pivotal series finale at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento on August 26, 2026, at 8:10 p.m. CT. Minnesota aims to secure a series victory following a loss in the middle game that sealed a losing road trip for the club.

Left-hander Connor Prielipp takes the mound for Minnesota after struggling in his previous start against the San Diego Padres. Prielipp carries a 3-7 record and a 5.57 ERA into the matchup. Right-hander J.T. Ginn starts for the Athletics, holding an 8-8 record alongside a 3.60 ERA, including a 3.58 ERA at home.

Outfielder Byron Buxton remains out of Minnesota's starting lineup for a regularly scheduled off-day, though team officials are evaluating his status after an injury forced his early exit from Tuesday's game. Meanwhile, Trevor Larnach returns to the lineup alongside designated hitter Josh Bell.

Bell went 1-for-3 with three RBIs and an RBI double off the wall in the opener, making his matchup against Ginn a key highlight. Rookie Kaelen Culpepper also enters the contest on a strong streak, recording five hits and four RBIs during the Sacramento trip.

For the Athletics, outfielder Henry Bolte presents a major threat to Minnesota's pitching staff. Bolte has posted a .319 batting average and an .815 OPS in home games this season.