IMPACT PLAYER
Denard Span, Twins
He went 2-for-4 with a home run and a huge running catch in the ninth inning.
BY THE NUMBERS
11 Groundouts induced by Nick Blackburn, who gave up one earned run in 52/3 innings.
3 Strikeouts by Twins hitters in the first inning, in each of the past two games.
9 At-bats for Justin Morneau before he got his first hit of the season.
ON DECK
Scott Baker pitches for the Twins on Monday, opposite Yankees righthander Ivan Nova.
JOE CHRISTENSEN