GAME RECAP
IMPACT PLAYER
Andrew Albers, Twins
The lefthander missed by two outs becoming the first Twins pitcher in history to win a complete game in his debut.
BY THE NUMBERS
5 Minutes that Brian Dozier was tied for the home-run lead among the Twins with 10; Justin Morneau hit his 11th moments later
2 Losses since June 1 by Royals starter James Shields, who beat the Twins twice in that stretch.
15 Home runs by Justin Morneau at Kauffman Stadium, more than any park outside Minnesota.
ON DECK
The Twins could win their second consecutive series, and their first in Kansas City this year; Sam Deduno is on the mound, facing righthander Wade Davis.
PHIL MILLER
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