It’s the Minnesota Twins versus the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field on July 21, 2026. Here’s how to watch live on TV.
- Time: 6:40 PM ET
- Location: Progressive Field, Cleveland, OH
- TV Channels: MLB Minnesota Twins, MLB Cleveland Guardians
- League Package: MLB Extra Innings®
How to Watch Minnesota Twins vs. Cleveland Guardians on July 21, 2026
You can watch the Cleveland Guardians take on the Minnesota Twins live on DIRECTV on MLB Minnesota Twins and MLB Cleveland Guardians on July 21, 2026 at 6:40 PM ET.
Minnesota Twins (49-52) at Cleveland Guardians (53-48) — Game Preview
The Minnesota Twins (49-52) and Cleveland Guardians (53-48) meet this evening at Progressive Field with the American League Central race still tight. Cleveland’s pitching staff has been the stronger unit overall, posting a 3.76 team ERA against Minnesota’s 4.75 mark. Byron Buxton is hitting .275 with 25 home runs and 45 RBIs, the clearest power threat in Minnesota’s lineup this season.
Chase DeLauter has been just as steady for Cleveland, hitting .286 with 11 home runs and 50 RBIs while playing right field every day. Designated hitter Josh Bell has driven in 60 runs this season, adding 13 home runs and a .251 average as one of Minnesota’s most consistent run producers, while Rhys Hoskins has chipped in 11 home runs and 33 RBIs for the Guardians despite a .182 average.
Cleveland sits one game back of the division lead and Minnesota trails by five, a four-game gap that keeps the pressure on both clubs down the stretch. Cleveland will also be without Jose Ramirez, out on the 10-day injured list following left hand surgery, when the two teams take the field tonight.
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MLB Minnesota Twins, MLB Cleveland Guardians
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What Time is the Minnesota Twins vs. Cleveland Guardians Game Today?
The Minnesota Twins vs. Cleveland Guardians game starts at 6:40 PM ET.
Where Can I Watch Minnesota Twins vs. Cleveland Guardians?
You can watch Minnesota Twins vs. Cleveland Guardians on your local regional sports network, MLB Minnesota Twins and MLB Cleveland Guardians, and MLB Extra Innings®.
Minnesota Twins vs. Cleveland Guardians Channel on DIRECTV
Minnesota Twins fans can catch the game on MLB Minnesota Twins (Channel 668).
Cleveland Guardians Channel on DIRECTV
Cleveland Guardians fans can catch the game on MLB Cleveland Guardians (Channel 662).
Players to Watch: Minnesota Twins vs. Cleveland Guardians
Minnesota Twins
Byron Buxton — CF. Buxton is hitting .275 with 25 home runs and 45 RBIs, the clearest power threat in Minnesota’s lineup this season. His .576 slugging percentage pairs with a .331 on-base percentage to make him one of the more complete hitters on the roster.
Designated hitter Josh Bell has driven in 60 runs this season, adding 13 home runs and a .251 average as one of Minnesota’s most consistent run producers. He gives the lineup a steady presence in the middle of the batting order behind Buxton.
Brooks Lee — SS. Lee is hitting .252 with 14 home runs and 52 RBIs, giving Minnesota a third dependable bat in the lineup. His .429 slugging percentage adds another layer of pop from the shortstop spot.
Cleveland Guardians
Right fielder Chase DeLauter is hitting .286 with 11 home runs and 50 RBIs, giving Cleveland one of its steadiest bats this season. His .351 on-base percentage and .457 slugging percentage round out a complete offensive year.
Rhys Hoskins — 1B. Hoskins has 11 home runs and 33 RBIs this season while hitting .182, still giving Cleveland’s lineup a direct power threat at first base.
Shortstop Brayan Rocchio has driven in 46 runs with nine home runs and a .271 average, adding a steady bat behind DeLauter and Hoskins. His .405 slugging percentage complements DeLauter’s .457 mark atop Cleveland’s order.
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