MINNEAPOLIS — Two strong performances from starting pitchers helped to alleviate bullpen issues for the Minnesota Twins and finally earn them some wins at home.
Now Minnesota will turn to its ace, All-Star Ervin Santana, in an attempt to sweep the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday.
The Twins have searched for reliable starting pitching all season behind Santana and Jose Berrios. Adalberto Mejia and Kyle Gibson both pitched into the seventh inning in the first two wins against Los Angeles, leading manager Paul Molitor to turn to his most effective relievers in short stints in the victories.