TIPSHEET
Compiled by Ken Chia
KNOW THIS
Before Sunday, the Twins' most recent three-game sweep in Cleveland came June 14-16, 1991, the final three games of their 15-game winning streak. That last game put the Twins a half-game up in the division, and they had at least a share of first place the rest of the season.
WATCH THIS
The last time the Twins faced Chris Sale, the matchup with Ervin Santana turned out to be a bit of a dud, as both starters struggled. They get him again to open the four-game series at Boston with Jose Berrios on the mound (6 p.m., FSN).
RANDOM FANDOM
"Butler's a winner personally and professionally and this will translate into an immediate and quantum improvement in the Wolves fortunes."
"jplamp9" on the Jimmy Butler trade at startribune.com.
TWEETED
"Woke up to great news!!! Congrats @nicohischier #MakingHistory #1 #swisshockey"
— The Wild's Nino Niederreiter, after countryman Nico Hischier became the first Swiss-born player to be the No. 1 overall pick in the NHL draft.
