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How to Watch Minnesota Twins vs Athletics — MLB Game Guide

Updated August 26, 2026

Minnesota Twins 64-69

Athletics 52-81

Start Time 9:05 PM ET

Date Thursday, August 27, 2026

TV Channel MLB.TV, Twins.TV, NBC Sports CA

Venue Sutter Health Park

The Twins (64-69) and Athletics (52-81) meet for the second game of their series, both well out of playoff contention. Minnesota has lost four of its last six, while Oakland has dropped five straight and owns MLB’s worst record. Key matchup to watch: Twins ace Pablo López against Athletics rookie right-hander Luis Morales.

How to Watch

TV: MLB.TV, Twins.TV, NBC Sports CA

Start Time: 9:05 PM ET

Venue: Sutter Health Park

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