GAME RECAP
Impact player
Evan Gattis, Braves
Braves were down to their final out against a reliever who had not blown a save this year. Didn't matter when Gattis connected.
BY THE NUMBERS
100 Career intentional walks granted to Joe Mauer, tying him with Rod Carew for fourth most in franchise history.
20 Saves recorded in his past 22 opportunities by Twins closer Glen Perkins, who surrendered the tying run Tuesday.
5 Consecutive extra-inning losses by the Twins.
ON DECK
Vance Worley, who owns a 3.57 ERA in four career starts against the Braves, will try to stop Minnesota's losing streak in a matinee game.
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