The Minnesota Twins show mixed results as home games. Since 2014, they're 230-218-0 against the spread—a 0.0% win rate with an ROI of -2.0%. While not a strong standalone angle, this data provides valuable context when combined with other factors.

⚖ Neutral
Record230-218-0
Win Rate0.0%
Sample Size448 games
ROI-2.0%
Units Won-8.9u
Time Period2014-2024

Year-by-Year Performance

SeasonRecordWin %ROI
201428-14-00.0%+27.3%
201525-24-00.0%-2.6%
201617-21-00.0%-14.6%
201721-26-00.0%-14.7%
201814-21-00.0%-23.6%
201923-18-00.0%+7.1%
202026-13-00.0%+27.3%
202115-16-00.0%-7.6%
202228-20-00.0%+11.4%
202316-27-00.0%-29.0%
202417-18-00.0%-7.3%

Why This Trend Exists

The Twins' mediocre home ATS performance reflects the unique challenges of betting baseball at Target Field, where weather conditions and organizational philosophy create unpredictable outcomes. Minnesota's approach to roster construction has historically favored contact hitters and pitchers who rely on inducing ground balls rather than strikeouts, making them particularly vulnerable to variance at home where they face more aggressive lineups that know the ballpark dimensions. The psychological element plays a significant role, as Minnesota teams have historically struggled with the pressure of home expectations, particularly during playoff races. Target Field's dimensions favor left-handed power, but the Twins' inconsistent offensive philosophy has often failed to capitalize on this advantage, leading to inflated public perception and poor line value. The organization's tendency to overperform in rebuilding years while underperforming during supposed contention windows creates betting inefficiencies. The recent decline suggests oddsmakers have adjusted to Minnesota's home field patterns, making their lines sharper and reducing bettor edge. Smart money recognizes that the Twins' home struggles intensify during divisional play and weekend series when casual betting volume peaks, creating the best fade opportunities for contrarian bettors seeking value.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Minnesota Twins's ATS record as home games?

The Minnesota Twins have a 230-218-0 ATS record in home games from 2014-2024. This translates to a 51.3% ATS win rate over 448 total home games during this period.

Is betting on the Minnesota Twins as home games profitable?

No, betting on the Minnesota Twins in home games has not been profitable, showing a -2.0% ROI from 2014-2024. Despite covering the spread slightly more than half the time, the negative return indicates losses after accounting for betting juice.

How does this compare to the league average?

The Twins' 51.3% home ATS win rate is slightly above the typical 50% baseline but below the ~52.4% threshold generally needed to overcome standard betting juice. Their performance is roughly average compared to other MLB teams' home ATS records.

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Methodology

All trends in The Archives are calculated from official game results and closing point spreads from 2014 to 2024. ROI assumes a flat $100 bet at standard -110 juice. Win rate is calculated as wins divided by total decisions (pushes excluded). A minimum of 10 games is required for a trend to be published. Data is sourced from The Odds API and verified against official league records.