Joe Mauer's HR, 3 hits lead Brian Duensing and Twins to 8-0 victory over OaklandSeptember 13th, 2009 Mauer's HR, 3 hits lead Twins to 8-0 win over A'sMINNEAPOLIS — Joe Mauer had three hits, including his 27th home run, and rookie Brian Duensing pitched the Minnesota Twins to an 8-0 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Sunday. Put in the rotation Aug.
Twins finalize Mahay signing, revamped bullpen takes shape for stretch run in AL Central raceAugust 29th, 2009 Twins add Mahay to mix, revamped 'pen takes shapeMINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Twins have signed left-hander Ron Mahay, another arm for their struggling bullpen. Mahay agreed to a contract Friday, but his deal wasn't announced by the team until Saturday.
Twins try to help ragged rotation by acquiring right-hander Carl Pavano from IndiansAugust 7th, 2009 Twins acquire pitcher Carl Pavano from IndiansDETROIT — Craving help for their starting rotation, the Minnesota Twins have turned to Carl Pavano. The Twins agreed Friday to send the Cleveland Indians a player to be identified later in exchange for Pavano, a one-time All-Star whose career derailed in New York during four injury-ruined seasons with the Yankees.
Twins' RHP Kevin Slowey says he will miss rest of season due to surgery on right wristJuly 28th, 2009 Twins' RHP Slowey says he will miss rest of seasonMINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Twins, locked in a tight division race, will be without Kevin Slowey the rest of the season. Slowey (10-3) will have season-ending surgery to fix a bone chip in his right wrist.
Reports: Pedro Martinez close to joining Philadelphia PhilliesJuly 15th, 2009 Reports: Martinez close to joining PhilsPHILADELPHIA — Pedro Martinez appears to be close to joining the Philadelphia Phillies. Multiple media outlets are reporting the three-time Cy Young Award winner has agreed to a contract with the NL East leaders that will be announced Wednesday.
Pedro Martinez excited to return to majors after agreeing to 1-year deal with PhilliesJuly 15th, 2009 Martinez ready for return to majors with PhilliesPHILADELPHIA — Pedro Martinez says he was "too brave" when he pitched hurt his final years in New York, and he's excited about his return to the major leagues with the Philadelphia Phillies. Martinez agreed to a $1 million, one-year contract with the Phillies on Wednesday.
Pedro Martinez signs contract with Philadelphia PhilliesJuly 15th, 2009 AP Source: Martinez agrees to deal with PhilsPHILADELPHIA — Pedro Martinez is returning to the major leagues. Martinez has agreed to a $1 million, one-year contract with the Philadelphia Phillies, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Tuesday night.
Phillies announce signing of right-hander Pedro MartinezJuly 15th, 2009 PHILADELPHIA — Philadelphia Phillies general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. says three-time Cy Young winner Pedro Martinez has agreed to a contract with the team.
Phillies sign 3-time Cy Young winner Martinez; timetable for return to the Majors unclearJuly 15th, 2009 Phillies sign 3-time Cy Young winner MartinezPHILADELPHIA — Pedro Martinez is returning to the major leagues. Martinez agreed to a contract with the Philadelphia Phillies, general manager Ruben Amaro Jr.
Santana has no problems in rehab start, could be back in Angels rotation by weekendJune 30th, 2009 Santana could return to Angels rotation by weekendARLINGTON, Texas — Ervin Santana could be back in the rotation for the Los Angeles Angels next weekend. Manager Mike Scioscia says the right-hander had no problems during a 45-pitch rehab assignment in the Arizona Summer League on Sunday night.
Morneau homer backs Liriano pitching in Twins' 6-2 win over CardinalsJune 29th, 2009 Liriano, Twins knock off CardinalsST. LOUIS — Francisco Liriano pitched seven strong innings, Justin Morneau hit a three-run home run and the Minnesota Twins beat the St.
RHP John Smoltz set to pitch for Red Sox on June 25, adding depth to strong rotationJune 17th, 2009 Smoltz set for first start in more than a yearBOSTON — A strong rotation and even better bullpen have led the Red Sox to the top of the AL East. Now John Smoltz, the only pitcher in major league history with at least 200 wins and 150 saves, is set to join them.
Twins hit two home runs and Baker carries shutout into the 9th in a 10-5 win over the A'sJune 10th, 2009 Power, pitching lead Twins to 10-5 winOAKLAND, Calif. — Jason Kubel and Justin Morneau each hit a home run, Scott Baker took a shutout into the ninth and the Minnesota Twins ended a three-game losing streak with a 10-5 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday night.
Cust homers and Oakland extends winning streak to 7 games by beating TwinsJune 9th, 2009 A's win seventh straightOAKLAND, Calif. — Jack Cust hit a go-ahead solo home run, Jack Hannahan tied the game with a three-run double and the Oakland Athletics extended their best winning streak in three years to seven games with a 4-3 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Monday night.
Ryan Rowland-Smith's scheduled return for Seattle now in jeopardy after poor rehab startJune 6th, 2009 Rowland-Smith's return may be delayedSEATTLE — Left-hander Ryan Rowland-Smith may have to wait to make his season debut with the Seattle Mariners after a rough rehab start. Rowland-Smith was supposed to return to the mound Thursday in Baltimore.
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