Around the Horn
Twins' Update: The Twins have been up and down this year, but
they're certainly glad to have Joe Mauer back. After missing the spring and the
start of the season with inflammation in his right sacroiliac joint, the
All-Star catcher hit a homer in his first at-bat Friday and is 7-for-17 with
three RBIs since returning. Michael Cuddyer is also starting to heat up with two
hits in three straight games heading into Tuesday. Former
American League Most Valuable Player Justin Morneau has four homers and 11
RBIs during his past 11 games. The Twins lead the AL with a .990 fielding
percentage, but their 5.29 team ERA entering Tuesday was the fourth worst in the
AL. Minnesota has dominated the Orioles the past three years, going 16-6 against
them, including 10-3 at
Camden Yards.