The Twins take on the Mariners in a couple of hours here at Safeco Field in a deciding game three, but Minnesota's attention will be diverted towards Cedar Rapids, Iowa, where rehabilitating pitcher Ricky Nolasco will be making his first start since April 8.
Nolasco has been on the disabled list ever since his rough start in the season opener. He allowed six runs to the Detroit Tigers in just three innings, and was diagnosed with elbow inflammation following the game. He had a "positive" bullpen session last week, and his very-controlled performance on Sunday will gauge how soon he returns to the club.