KANSAS CITY -- Tommy Milone continued his impressive stretch since replacing Ricky Nolasco in the Twins' rotation, making the decision on what to do once Ervin Santana returns from his 80-game suspension for PED use on Saturday even more difficult.
Milone gave up just one run over six innings to lower his ERA to 1.95 over his last six starts, but it wasn't enough, as the bullpen couldn't protect a late lead in a 3-2 loss to the Royals in 10 innings on Friday night.
KANSAS CITY -- The Twins optioned top pitching prospect Alex Meyer to Triple-A Rochester after Friday's 3-2 loss to the Royals to make room for right-hander Ervin Santana, who returns on Saturday from his 80-game suspension for the use of a performance-enhancing drug.