The Minnesota Twins are set to face the Atlanta Braves in a crucial three-game series at Truist Park, with game one starting at 6:15 p.m. on Friday. Chris Paddack will take the mound for the Twins, looking to rectify his 0-2 record and 9.49 ERA against Braves' Bryce Elder, who also seeks his first win of the season. The Twins, currently struggling at 7-12, hope to break an eight-game losing streak against Atlanta, having previously been swept in their last two series against the Braves.

In game two, Simeon Woods Richardson will challenge veteran Chris Sale, who boasts a solid history against the Twins with a 12-6 record and a 3.72 ERA. Joe Ryan will conclude the series on Sunday against Grant Holmes. Notably, the Twins are debuting top prospect Luke Keaschall this weekend. Atlanta, coming off a 2-4 road trip, also sees its star Ronald Acuña Jr. nearing a return from injury, which could be a game-changer for the Braves.