The Minnesota Twins are having a surprisingly good season, thanks in part to the strong performance of their starter, Joe Ryan. With a 4-3 record and a 3.17 ERA, Ryan has been a key factor in the Twins’ success. The team is currently just five games below .500, a significant improvement from their expected performance at the start of the season.

Twins’ Pitching Advantage

The Twins’ pitching staff, led by Ryan, is expected to give them an edge over the Texas Rangers in their upcoming game. The Rangers’ starter, Jack Leiter, has struggled at home, with a 4.14 ERA and a 1.39 WHIP. In contrast, Ryan has been solid on the road, with a 3.17 ERA and a 1.00 WHIP.

The Twins’ hitters have also had success against Leiter, with a .417 batting average in just 12 at-bats. Byron Buxton, in particular, has had a strong performance against Leiter, with a 2-for-2 record, a double, a home run, and three RBIs.

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