... means a lot to me," Liriani said. "I haven't changed anything, just being more consistent, hitting my spots." Denard Span reached on shortstop Tyler Greene's throwing error and Mauer singled with one out before Morneau, 3 for 18 with one ...

... departures of ace Johan Santana and Gold Glove center fielder Torii Hunter by utilizing the speed of youngsters such as Denard Span and Carlos Gomez, sound fundamentals that are taught throughout their system and clutch hitting. Joe Mauer went 0 ...

... Carlos Gomez is Minnesota's center fielder and leadoff hitter. Gomez formally won the job Monday when competitors Denard Span and Jason Pridie were optioned to Triple-A Rochester before the Twins' 8-4 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals. Gomez ...

... Carlos Gomez is Minnesota's center fielder and leadoff hitter. Gomez formally won the job Monday when competitors Denard Span and Jason Pridie were optioned to Triple-A Rochester before the Twins' 8-4 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals. Gomez ...