The Oakland Athletics took a 6-4 loss here at Target Field Thursday night. It was their second straight loss for only the second time in more than two months, and I expect them to bounce back here Friday night with left-hander Sean Manaea on the mound.

Manaea (11-9, 3.70 ERA) was charged with six runs on nine hits in four innings against the Astros last time out but has otherwise been solid this year. Athletics are 9-4 in Manaea's last 13 starts overall and 5-0 in his last 5 starts vs. a team with a losing record.

The Twins fit the bill as they're 61-66 despite last night's win, and right-hander Jake Odorizzi (5-7, 4.55 ERA) has better splits for day/away games than home/night games.

10* play on Oakland Athletics.