Dodgers vs Twins Preview: Ohtani Faces Joe Ryan in Week 65

The Dodgers waltz into Target Field riding a 2-game win streak and sitting pretty at 51-29. Yesterday they absolutely demolished the Twins 12-3 in a high-octane offensive showcase. Shohei Ohtani drove in runs with a sacrifice fly. Freeman launched a 423-foot bomb two days earlier. These guys aren't just winning—they're dominating. With Kyle Tucker sidelined by back spasms, the Dodgers still have enough firepower to light up any pitcher. Tonight they face Joe Ryan, who's been solid but far from unbeatable. The Dodgers smell blood in the water, and the Twins have to answer fast.

Joe Ryan gets the ball for Minnesota with a crisp 1.63 ERA so far this season. He's struck out 27 batters and has a 1-0 record. That's solid stuff. But here's the problem: the Twins are struggling at 38-43 and just dropped two straight to LA. They're sitting at home, facing down one of baseball's most explosive offenses. Ryan will need to throw strikes and keep the ball down. One mistake against Shohei Ohtani could disappear into the night. The Twins' lineup woke up briefly yesterday when Caratini homered, but it wasn't nearly enough.

Shohei Ohtani is a legend walking in pinstripes. Four MVP awards. Can hit. Can pitch. Can do everything. Yesterday he went deep off a 414-foot rocket and drove in runs with a sac fly. Tonight he's the hitter, and Ryan better be sharp. One hanging slider and Ohtani sends it to the parking lot. The Dodgers' whole pitching staff is stacked—Yamamoto, Glasnow, even Ohtani himself can take the mound later. Minnesota needs to steal this game or fall further behind. Can the Twins find a way to stop baseball's most dangerous lineup?