GAME RECAP
IMPACT PLAYER
Derek Norris, Oakland
He drew two bases-loaded walks from Trevor May before driving in runs with his bat, hitting a three-run homer off Sam Deduno.
BY THE NUMBERS
4 Walks drawn by A's No. 9 hitter Eric Sogard, a .214 hitter.
2 Doubles for Eduardo Escobar, giving him 29 on the season. The Twins hit six doubles.
19 Stolen bases for Brian Dozier, matching his home run total.
ON DECK
Jason Hammel has a 7.15 ERA in five starts with the A's since being traded from the Cubs, although he won his most recent start after losing his first four with Oakland.
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