The Twins are 1-3 when trying to complete the sweep of a three-game series. The Orioles are 3-0 when they try to avoid getting swept in a three-game series this season. The Orioles are 8-0 in their last eight games after losing the first two games of a series. The Orioles are 16-5 in their last 21 during game 3 of a series.

Baltimore left-hander Cole Irvin had a slow start to the season, but he has pitched better in his most recent starts.

8* PLAY ON BALTIMORE ORIOLES.