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**Summary:**

The Minnesota Twins embark on a six-game road trip after a disappointing 2-4 homestand, capped by a significant loss to the Texas Rangers. First up is a three-game series against the AL West-leading Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park (Daikin Park). Pitching matchups are set, with Chris Paddack, Joe Ryan, and Simeon Woods Richardson slated to start for the Twins, facing Astros pitchers Colton Gordon, Hunter Brown, and Brandon Walter respectively. The Twins will have to contend with a strong Astros team that has been dominant at home. Several players on both teams are currently sidelined with injuries.

**News Article:**

**Twins Hit the Road After Rough Homestand, Face Red-Hot Astros**

HOUSTON, TX – The Minnesota Twins (36-32) begin a crucial six-game road trip tonight against the AL West-leading Houston Astros (38-30) at Daikin Park, hoping to rebound from a disappointing 2-4 homestand that ended with a 16-3 drubbing at the hands of the Texas Rangers.

The Twins will face a tough challenge against the Astros, who are riding a wave of momentum, having won 12 of their last 17 games and boasting an impressive 24-13 record at home – the best in the American League.

The pitching matchups for the series are as follows:

* **Friday, 7:10 p.m. CT:** RHP Chris Paddack (2-5, 3.53 ERA) vs. LHP Colton Gordon (1-1, 5.11 ERA)
* **Saturday, 3:10 p.m. CT:** RHP Joe Ryan (7-2, 2.96 ERA) vs. RHP Hunter Brown (8-3, 1.82 ERA)
* **Sunday, 1:10 p.m. CT:** RHP Simeon Woods Richardson (2-3, 5.74 ERA) vs. LHP Brandon Walter (0-0, 1.64 ERA)

The Twins will need strong performances from their starters to contain the Astros’ offense, which averages nearly a run more per game at home than on the road. Houston’s Hunter Brown poses a significant threat, currently tied for second in the AL in victories and boasting the second-best ERA in the league.

Both teams have players sidelined with injuries. The Twins will continue to be without RHP Zebby Matthews and RHP Pablo López. The Astros are missing OF Taylor Trammell, OF Yordan Alvarez, and RHP J.P. France.

Following the series against the Astros, the Twins will travel to Cincinnati for three games, beginning Tuesday. Fans can catch all the action on twins.tv, 830-AM, and 102.9-FM.

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