MIAMI -- Not much was expected of the Twins at the beginning of the season. After all, they were coming off a season in which they lost an MLB-most 103 games. But Minnesota emerged as a surprise contender in the first half and entered the All-Star break at 45-43, only 2 1/2 games behind the Indians in the American League Central.
One of the most tangible symbols of their unexpected success could be found on the warning track of Marlins Park on Monday afternoon, where Ervin Santana, Miguel Sano and Brandon Kintzler sat in booths and fielded questions during the media availability for tonight's 2017 All-Star Game presented by Mastercard.