GAME RECAP
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Scott Diamond, Twins
The lefthander had his most effective outing of the season to date, limiting a dangerous Tigers lineup to two runs and four hits in six innings.
By the NUMBERS
1 Stolen base by catcher Ryan Doumit, his first since 2010.
5 Twins batters to start the game who reached a full count against Anibal Sanchez.
on deck
Twins lefty Pedro Hernandez has earned another start and will face Indians RHP Justin Masterson to start a three-game series Friday in Cleveland.
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