Saturday's Twins-Detroit game recap

May 11, 2014 at 12:40AM
Detroit Tigers designated hitter Victor Martinez runs to the dugout during a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles in Detroit, Sunday, April 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
Detroit Tigers designated hitter Victor Martinez runs to the dugout during a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles in Detroit, Sunday, April 6, 2014. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio) (The Minnesota Star Tribune)

GAME RECAP

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Victor Martinez, Tigers

The designated hitter went 2-for-4 with a double, homer and four RBI.

By the NUMBERS

2 Innings pitched for Kyle Gibson, the shortest outing of his career.

4 Home runs over the past six games for Martinez.

9 Times Anthony Swarzak has pitched at least four innings in relief.

ON DECK

Righthander Samuel Deduno on Sunday will make his second start since joining the rotation. He's 2-2 with a 7.48 ERA in four career starts against the Tigers.

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