Minnesota Twins vs Milwaukee Brewers Picks and Prediction for Sunday, August 9, 2026

The Minnesota Twins (58-59) face off against the Milwaukee Brewers (72-44) at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in the final game of this series. Get involved in the action with our free MLB picks.

Minnesota vs. Milwaukee Game Information

• August 9, 2026
• 2:10 PM EST
• American Family Field
• Brewers.TV/MLB.TV/Twins.TV/Fubo

Milwaukee Form & Recent Results

Milwaukee heads into this matchup looking to bounce back after a one-game skid, though their recent form has been fairly solid overall. Before Saturday’s loss, the Brewers had taken three of their previous five games, and those victories were boosted by a successful stretch at home against the Pirates. On Friday night at American Family Field, Milwaukee dropped an 8–6 decision to the Twins, but Jackson Chourio still managed to provide a spark in the lineup. He finished 1-for-4, worked a walk, and did damage with a home run, coming around to score and driving in a run as well.

The Brewers’ power throughout this season has been led by Jake Bauers, who tops the team with 20 home runs. Chourio and Brice Turang aren’t far behind, tied for second with 16 homers apiece, giving Milwaukee multiple threats who can change the game with one swing. Turang has also been the club’s most productive run-driver, leading the way with 72 RBIs, while Chourio has been their most consistent hitter for average, pacing the team with a .276 mark. Offensively, Milwaukee has averaged 4.4 runs per game over their last five games, and they’ll be aiming to turn that steady production into a win on Sunday, both to respond after Friday’s defeat and to close the series on a high note.

Minnesota Form & Recent Results

Minnesota comes into this matchup riding a two-game winning streak, though their recent results have been a little uneven overall. Before Saturday, the Twins had lost three of their previous five games, with two of those defeats coming against the Royals in Kansas City and another loss coming out in Seattle against the Mariners. Still, they looked sharp on Friday night in Milwaukee, pulling out an 8–6 road win. Designated hitter Josh Bell was the star of the night, going 4-for-5 at the plate with three singles and a home run. He also crossed the plate twice and drove in three runs, giving Minnesota a major boost in the middle of the lineup.

On the mound, starter Zebby Matthews gave the Twins five innings, allowing seven hits and three earned runs while issuing two walks and striking out four. Minnesota’s offense did plenty to back him up, finishing the game with 13 hits, two homers, and 22 total bases, showing they can produce both steady contact and power when they’re locked in. For the season, Byron Buxton continues to be their top home run threat with 25, while Kody Clemens sits second on the team with 19. Bell has been their most reliable run producer, leading Minnesota with 68 RBI, and Luke Keaschall has been their most consistent hitter by average, pacing the club at .262. Even with the recent wins, the Twins’ pitching and defense have been giving up runs lately, allowing an average of 5.2 per game over their last five.

Key Stats

• Minnesota’s Josh Bell this season: 15 HRs, 68 RBI, .252 AVG
• Milwaukee’s Brice Turang this season: 16 HRs, 72 RBI, .268 AVG

Minnesota vs. Milwaukee Picks and Prediction

Milwaukee will send its top starter to the hill in the series finale, hoping to close things out with a statement win at home against the Twins. Jacob Misiorowski has been lights-out this season, coming in at 11–5 with a sparkling 1.63 ERA, and he’ll be matched up with Minnesota left-hander Connor Prielipp, who’s 3–5 with a 4.75 ERA. On paper, it’s clearly an advantage for the Brewers, especially with Misiorowski pitching the way he has. Still, Milwaukee knows better than to assume anything in a divisional matchup, and they’ll need to stay sharp. For the Twins, it’s a tough assignment as they’ll have to find a way to generate offense against one of the best arms in the league while hoping Prielipp can keep the game within reach. Final Score Prediction, Milwaukee Brewers win 9-3.