Twins vs Mets Preview: Steady Arms Face Off on Tue

The Minnesota Twins head to Citi Field on Tuesday as Simeon Woods Richardson takes the mound. Richardson joins a rotation built on consistency rather than star power. Joe Ryan leads the staff as a reliable starter who delivers strong outings regularly. Although the Twins sit at 11-11, their pitching depth keeps them competitive. Meanwhile, closer Taylor Rogers brings veteran experience from last season's 3.38 ERA. The team faces challenges with injuries limiting their roster, but the pitching staff remains their foundation for staying in games night after night.

The New York Mets enter Tuesday's game at 7-15 after struggling last season. Nolan McLean takes the mound for New York, while the rotation features veteran additions like Freddy Peralta and returning anchor Kodai Senga. When healthy, Senga dominates with his electric fastball and signature ghost fork pitch. However, injuries limited his availability last year, making his health critical. David Peterson and Sean Manaea provide additional depth. In the bullpen, Devin Williams brings devastating power as the new closer, replacing departed Edwin Díaz with an elite changeup.

Both teams miss key offensive weapons on Tuesday. Juan Soto, the Mets' centerpiece hitter known for his incredible discipline and power, is on the injured list. Soto rarely swings at bad pitches and has elite ability to drive the ball to all fields. For Minnesota, Byron Buxton remains limited, though last season he played in 126 games after years of health struggles. When healthy, Buxton combines elite defense and speed with power at the plate. These absences affect each team's lineup potential significantly as they face off.