This is an 8* play on MINNESOTA

It was a "bad day at the office" for the Twins on the 4th (of July) as they lost 7-2 to the A's. But your AL Central leaders are still in very good shape heading into the All-Star Break. They are guaranteed to have the division lead, no matter what happens this weekend, and that's something few would have predicted at the start of the season. Back home, we see them bouncing back today against Texas. The Rangers have been the other surprise in the American League, but they're simply not as good as Minnesota is. Prior to winning yesterday, the Rangers had dropped four in a row. A big problem for them today is Adrian Sampson's 0-4 TSR on the road. It comes with an 8.85 ERA and 1.80 WHIP as well. It just so happens that Minnesota is #2 in the league in runs scored. They are also 26-14 at home, including 13-2 when -175 or higher on the moneyline. Twins starter Perez is going to be really motivated here as he faces his former team for the first time. Perez has been much better than expected for his new team and has a 1.08 WHIP here at Target Field. Play on MINNESOTA

AAA