Twins, Cardinals Set for Opening Day Series March 27-30

The St. Louis Cardinals are set to kick off the MLB season against the Minnesota Twins on Thursday, with the first pitch scheduled for 4:15 p.m. ET. The Twins, entering the season as favorites in the AL Central with +210 odds, look to improve on their fourth-place finish last year. The matchup will also feature Cardinals’ starting pitcher Sonny Gray, who has struggled in spring training, facing off against the Twins' Pablo Lopez. Both teams bring a mix of excitement and scrutiny into the opener, especially with the contrasting fan sentiments surrounding team ownership in Minnesota and St. Louis. With the Cardinals adapting to a new lineup and the Twins aiming for a playoff run, the series promises to be a compelling start to the season. Fans can expect extensive coverage and analysis as the season unfolds.