Denard Span tripled, walked three times and scored three runs

News: Denard Span tripled, walked three times and scored three runs in his first game back from the disabled list, and the Twins extended their dominance over the Brewers with a 6-4 victory Thursday. "I was just pumped up to finally get back on the field," said Span, who had been on the disabled list with an inner ear infection. "My teammates were riding me for the last 2 1/2 weeks for being dizzy." [...]

Span went 1-for-2 with a triple and three walks in Thursday's

Span went 1-for-2 with a triple and three walks in Thursday's win over Milwaukee. It was his first game since coming off the DL from an inner ear infection. [...]

Span went 1-for-2 with a triple and three walks in Thursday's

Span went 1-for-2 with a triple and three walks in Thursday's win over Milwaukee. It his his first game since coming off the DL from an inner ear infection. [...]

Denard Span celebrated his activation from the disabled list

Denard Span celebrated his activation from the disabled list earlier in the day by reaching base four of his five plate appearances in Thursday's 6-4 victory over the Brewers. [...]

Thursday's scheduled bullpen session for Kyle Lohse, who has

Thursday's scheduled bullpen session for Kyle Lohse, who has been bothered by a strained forearm, was scrapped. Instead, the right-hander will throw three simulated innings to Cardinals hitters Friday afternoon in St. Louis.

Analysis: Span returned to the leadoff spot, suggesting the inner ear infection that sent him to the sidelines is fully healed. Batting in front of Justin Morneau, Joe Mauer and Jason Kubel gives Span ample opportunity to score, and the three runs ups his season total to 38.

Twins | Span has busy day Thursday

The Associated Press reports Minnesota Twins OF Denard Span tripled, walked three times and scored three runs Thursday, June 25, in his first game back from the disabled list.

Analysis: Span was placed on the DL with vestibular neuritis of the right ear on June 16, retroactive to June 10. He played in two rehab games for Rochester, going 2-for-6 with one double, one walk and one stolen base. Owners should make room for the speedy outfielder in their lineups ASAP.

Span's big day leads Twins over Brewers 6-4

Denard Span tripled, walked three times and scored three runs in his first game back from the disabled list, and the Minnesota Twins extended their dominance over the Milwaukee Brewers with a 6-4 victory Thursday.

David Aardsma walked one and struck out two in the ninth to

David Aardsma walked one and struck out two in the ninth to notch his 15th save Wednesday.

Analysis: Span was placed on the DL with vestibular neuritis of the right ear on June 16, retroactive to June 10. He played in two rehab games for Rochester, going 2-for-6 with one double, one walk and one stolen base. Owners should make room for the speedy outfielder in their lineups ASAP.

The Twins activated Denard Span from the DL and his rehab assignment

News: The Twins activated Denard Span from the DL and his rehab assignment Thursday and sent Jason Pridie back to Triple-A. [...]

Russell Branyan smashed his 18th big fly -- a three-run job

Russell Branyan smashed his 18th big fly -- a three-run job -- Wednesday.

Analysis: Span, who was placed on the DL with vestibular neuritis of the right ear on June 16 (retro to June 10), played in two rehab games for Rochester and went 2-for-6 with one double, one walk, one stolen base and was hit by a pitch. Any owners who have the speedy outfielder should make immediate room for him in their lineups.

Pridie optioned by Twins

Jason Pridie has been optioned to Triple-A Rochester to make room for outfielder Denard Span, who was activated by the team today, according to TSN.ca. Pridie did not accumulate any stats in his one appearance with the team.

Our View: Pridie was never much of a fantasy option, so this move should have no effect on any fantasy rosters. He may have a future in the Twins' outfield, but for now he should remain off the fantasy radar.

Span activated by Twins

According to TSN.ca, the Twins have activated outfielder Denard Span off the DL. In a corresponding move, the team optioned outfielder Jason Pridie to Triple-A.

Our View: Span is expected to be ready to go despite getting hit on the hand in his last rehab game, so fantasy owners should feel free to activate him at this point. Span is having a nice season so far for the Twins, and expect it to continue as the season wears on.

Twins activated outfielder Denard Span from the 15-day disabled

Twins activated outfielder Denard Span from the 15-day disabled list. Span went 2-for-6 in his two scheduled rehab games and is hoping to jump right back into the starting lineup Thursday. [...]

The Twins announced after Wednesday's game that they will reinstate

The Twins announced after Wednesday's game that they will reinstate outfielder Denard Span from the disabled list. Span, who was placed on the DL with vestibular neuritis of the right ear on June 16 (retro to June 10), played in two rehab games for Rochester and went 2-for-6 with one double, one walk, one stolen base and was hit by a pitch. Any owners who have the speedy outfielder should make immediate room for him in their lineups. David Aardsma (P)Jun 25 2009, 02:42 am ET Bio | News Archive David Aardsma walked one and struck out two in the ninth to notch his 15th save Wednesday.

Analysis: Span, who was placed on the DL with vestibular neuritis of the right ear on June 16 (retro to June 10), played in two rehab games for Rochester and went 2-for-6 with one double, one walk, one stolen base and was hit by a pitch. Any owners who have the speedy outfielder should make immediate room for him in their lineups.

The Twins actiaved Span (inner ear infection) from the 15-day

The Twins actiaved Span (inner ear infection) from the 15-day DL after Wednesday's game, the Minneapolis Star-Tribune reports. [...]

Twins | Span activated

The Sports Network reports the Minnesota Twins activated OF Denard Span (ear) from the 15-day disabled list Wednesday, June 24.

Twins | Span to take BP Wednesday

Joe Christensen, of the Minneapolis Star Tribune, reports Minnesota Twins OF Denard Span (ear, thumb) will take batting practice Wednesday, June 24, with the hope of being activated from the disabled list Thursday, June 25. He has a swollen left thumb after being hit with a pitch in his rehab outing Tuesday, June 23.

Denard Span (inner-ear infection) returned to Minnesota Wednesday

Denard Span (inner-ear infection) returned to Minnesota Wednesday and hopes to be activated from the disabled list Thursday. Span has a swollen left thumb after being hit by a pitch Tuesday, but the Twins expect him to be fine. [...]

Denard Span had to exit a rehab game Tuesday after taking a

Denard Span had to exit a rehab game Tuesday after taking a pitch off his left palm. Span finished 2-for-6 in two scheduled rehab games, and is still hoping to return to the Twins on Thursday. [...]

Span (inner ear infection) went 1-for-5 with a walk during a

Span (inner ear infection) went 1-for-5 with a walk during a rehab outing for Triple-A Rochester on Tuesday. He was also hit by a pitch in the hand, but it's not seen as serious, the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports. [...]

The Minneapolis Star-Tribune reports that Twins OF Denard Span,

News: The Minneapolis Star-Tribune reports that Twins OF Denard Span, who is expected to return from the DL Thursday after dealing with an inner-ear disorder, got hit with a pitch in his left palm in a rehab assignment. He remained in the game but was later removed for a pinch hitter. Manager Ron Gardenhire said Span should still be activated on Thursday. [...]

Span plunked during rehab game

According to the Minneapolis Star-Tribune, Denard Span was hit on the palm by a pitch during his rehab start and was removed from the game.

Our View: Span is scheduled to be activated from the DL on Thursday, but the Twins are hoping that the hand isn't now an issue. He was removed from the game for precautionary measures and the injury doesn't seem serious, but it's something to keep an eye on. Assuming he does return on schedule, he should be fine to plug back into fantasy lineups.

Denard Span had to exit a rehab game Tuesday after taking a

Denard Span had to exit a rehab game Tuesday after taking a pitch on his left palm. Span finished 2-for-6 in two scheduled rehab games, and is still hoping to return to the Twins on Thursday. [...]

Span nearing return

Denard Span went 1-for-4 in his rehab outing with Triple-A Rochester Monday, and did not experience any dizziness, according to MLB.com. He has been dealing with an inner-ear infection.

Our View: Barring a setback, Span is expected to be activated from the DL Thursday. He should be fine to return to fantasy lineups upon his return to the Twins.

Twins | Span likely to be activated Thursday

Kelly Thesier, of MLB.com, reports Minnesota Twins OF Denard Span (ear) went 1-for-4 in his rehab game with Triple-A Rochester Monday, June 22, and did not have any recurrences of dizziness. He is expected to be activated from the disabled list Thursday, June 25.

Span (inner ear infection) went 1-for-4 with a double and a

Span (inner ear infection) went 1-for-4 with a double and a walk during a rehab outing for Triple-A Rochester on Monday. [...]

Span, who was placed on the DL retroactive to June 10 with an

Span, who was placed on the DL retroactive to June 10 with an inner ear infection in his right ear, will play in two games for Rochester and is to be activated from the DL when he's eligible on June 25. Manager Ron Gardenhire said that Span will play for Rochester on Monday and Tuesday before traveling to Milwaukee on Wednesday to work out with the team. If everything goes all right and Span does not experience a recurrence of the dizzy spells that he did over the past month, he'll be back in the lineup June 25.

Twins | Span to begin rehab assignment Tuesday

Updating previous reports, Minnesota Twins OF Denard Span (ear) will begin a minor league rehab assignment at Triple-A Rochester Tuesday, June 23, according to The Associated Press. He is expected to play two games there before being activated from the disabled list Thursday, June 25.

Twins outfielder Denard Span is set to make two rehab appearances

News: Twins outfielder Denard Span is set to make two rehab appearances at Triple-A Rochester and be activated from the disabled list when he becomes eligible Thursday. Span is on the DL retroactive to June 10 with vestibular neuritis in his right ear. Manager Ron Gardenhire said he will play Monday and Tuesday with the Red Wings before rejoining Minnesota for workouts Wednesday. If Span makes it through both games without suffering from the dizzy spells that have plagued him for most of the last month, he will be in the lineup against Milwaukee on Thursday. "With two weeks off now and some medicine, exercise, by Thursday I would be very disappointed if I wasn't able to play," Span said. "And even more frustrated if this comes back." [...]

Denard Span (inner-ear infection) is slated to return from the

Denard Span (inner-ear infection) is slated to return from the disabled list when eligible on Thursday. First, he's slated to play two games for Triple-A Rochester on Monday and Tuesday. [...]

Span (inner ear infection) is slated to make two rehab appearances

Span (inner ear infection) is slated to make two rehab appearances at Triple-A Rochester before being activated (barring a setback) from the DL when he becomes eligible Thursday, the Associated Press reports. [...]

Span heads to rehab assignment

According to the Minneapolis Star Tribune, Denard Span is set to go on a Triple-A rehab assignment to work out the kinks after missing time with an inner ear issue.

Our View: Span is slated to play on Monday and Tuesday and then rejoin the team in Milwaukee on Wednesday before coming off the DL Thursday. Feel free to get him back in your lineup then as he was having a fine fantasy campaign as the Twins' leadoff man before the injury.

The outfielder is starting to feel better while doing activities,

The outfielder is starting to feel better while doing activities, but Manager Ron Gardenhire said he'd still prefer to see Span go on a rehab assignment before Thursday, when the outfielder is eligible to come off the DL. "I want him to get out there and go full speed in a baseball game -- to run around with the adrenaline and everything and see what it feels like," Gardenhire said.

Span (inner ear infection) took batting practice and shagged

Span (inner ear infection) took batting practice and shagged fly balls before Friday's game, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports. [...]

Twins OF Denard Span (inner ear disorder) is feeling better,

News: Twins OF Denard Span (inner ear disorder) is feeling better, shagging flies and taking swings, but Twins manager Ron Gardenhire said he'd like him to go on a brief rehab assignment before being activated from the DL. He'll be eligible on June 26. [...]

Twins | Span feeling better

The Associated Press reports Minnesota Twins OF Denard Span (ear) has been shagging fly balls and taking swings recently. However, manager Ron Gardenhire wants Span to go on a rehab assignment before he returns from the disabled list.

Twins | Span could begin baseball activities soon

The Associated Press reports Minnesota Twins OF Denard Span (ear) could try to swing, throw and run by the end of the week. He has been diagnosed with an inner-ear infection.

Despite being put on the DL, Twins OF Denard Span was relieved

News: Despite being put on the DL, Twins OF Denard Span was relieved by the diagnosis of an inner ear virus. He might try some swinging, throwing and running by the end of the week. [...]

Span has been experiencing dizziness for nearly a month, but

Span has been experiencing dizziness for nearly a month, but until Monday, neither he nor the doctors could figure out what was causing it. One initial diagnosis suggested a thyroid problem, but further tests revealed Span has vestibular neuritis, or an inner-ear infection, in his right ear. "I think that's important, and that's what he had been talking about was just kind of figuring out what's going on and why he's having this so he can try to get by it," Twins manager Ron Gardenhire said. Span started taking medication Tuesday, and said he's already starting to feel some relief. Span had missed Minnesota's past six games prior to Wednesday's contest against Pittsburgh. He's eligible to be reinstated from the DL on June 25th, when the Twins wrap up a series in Milwaukee.

Twins | Span to DL

The Associated Press reports Minnesota Twins OF Denard Span (ear) was placed on the 15-day disabled list with an inner ear infection that causes dizziness. He has been prescribed medication for a virus that attacks a nerve that sends signals, such as balance, from the ear to the brain.

Span has not played since June 9 at Oakland, making the move

Span has not played since June 9 at Oakland, making the move retroactive to June 10. He's hitting .291 with 35 runs and 12 steals. The move frees up playing time for Delmon Young, Carlos Gomez and Michael Cuddyer in the outfield.

Twins placed outfielder Denard Span on the 15-day disabled list,

Twins placed outfielder Denard Span on the 15-day disabled list, retroactive to June 10, with vestibular neuritis of the right ear. Span is still feeling the affects of an inner ear infection. [...]

The Minnesota Twins put outfielder Denard Span on the 15-day

News: The Minnesota Twins put outfielder Denard Span on the 15-day disabled list Tuesday, and recalled outfielder Jason Pridie from Triple-A Rochester. Span, out since June 9 because of a right inner ear problem that has caused dizziness, was diagnosed Tuesday with a virus that attacks a nerve that sends signals, such as balance, from the ear to the brain. Medication has been prescribed. "The doctors said the earliest we might see him out on the field is sometime this weekend. I think we'll just give him the extra days," said manager Ron Gardenhire. "It's the right thing to do. Maybe even go out and get some at-bats after the weekend to see how he's feeling." [...]

Span has not played since June 9 at Oakland, making the move

Span has not played since June 9 at Oakland, making the move retroactive to June 10. He's hitting .291 with 35 runs and 12 steals.

Twins placed outfielder Denard Span on the 15-day disabled list,

Twins placed outfielder Denard Span on the 15-day disabled list, retroactive to June 10, with a vestibular neuritis of the right ear. Span is still feeling the affects of an inner ear infection. [...]

Span, who has been out since June 9 because of a right inner

Span, who has been out since June 9 because of a right inner ear problem that has caused dizziness, has been placed on the 15-Day DL, the Associated Press reports. [...]

Pridie recalled by Twins

Jason Pridie has been recalled by the Twins from Triple-A Rochester, according to the Associated Press. The club placed Denard Span on the 15-day DL as the corresponding move.

Our View: Pridie is good defensively and should see some action while providing depth in the Twins' outfielder, and is worth a look for deeper AL-only leagues.

Span lands on DL

Updating an earlier report, Denard Span has landed on the 15-day DL after being diagnosed with a virus that attacks a nerve that sends signals (like balance) from the ear to the brain, according to the Associated Press. Outfielder Jason Pridie was recalled from Triple-A Rochester as the adjoining move.

Our View: That was deemed to be the cause of his dizziness. He will take medication for the illness. He has not played since June 9, and shall remain held out of fantasy lineups.

Span saw another doctor Tuesday and was diagnosed with vestibular

Span saw another doctor Tuesday and was diagnosed with vestibular neuritis in his right ear, which is a viral infection of the vestibular nerve in the inner ear. That nerve carries information from the inner ear to the brain regarding things like balance and head movement. Span was put on medication to help treat the infection and hopefully clear up some of his symptoms. Manager Ron Gardenhire learned of the diagnosis just before game time, and he said he still didn't know what that means in terms of when Span might be able play again. The skipper said that if it will be three or four days until Span can return to the lineup, the club will likely put him on the disabled list.

Twins OF Denard Span, out since June 9 because of a right inner

News: Twins OF Denard Span, out since June 9 because of a right inner ear problem that has caused dizziness, was diagnosed Tuesday with a virus that attacks a nerve that sends signals, such as balance, from the ear to the brain. Medication has been prescribed, and Span is listed as day to day. Manager Ron Gardenhire said Span could go on the disabled list if he isn't ready to play in the next two or three days. [...]

Span (inner ear infection) is not with the Twins on Tuesday

Span (inner ear infection) is not with the Twins on Tuesday and could be placed on the DL if he's going to miss another three or four days, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports. [...]

Span remains out

Denard Span remains on the shelf for Tuesday's game against the Pirates due to his inner-ear infection, according to the Star Tribune.

Our View: Span has not played since June 9, and shall remain held out of fantasy lineups until further notice. He visited a doctor today, and the club is yet to update his status.

Denard Span (inner-ear infection) remains out of the lineup

Denard Span (inner-ear infection) remains out of the lineup on Tuesday. He had a doctor's appointment on Tuesday, but there's no word yet on what, if anything, came out of that visit. [...]

Span (inner ear infection) could be head to the disabled list,

Span (inner ear infection) could be head to the disabled list, the Minneapolis Star-Tribune reports. [...]

Twins | Span update

The Associated Press reports Minnesota Twins OF Denard Span (ear), who has an inner ear infection and has experienced dizziness, will see a thyroid specialist Tuesday, June 16.

Denard Span could be headed for the disabled list with lingering

Denard Span could be headed for the disabled list with lingering pain and discomfort related to an inner-ear infection. Span still experiences dizzy spells during baseball-related activities. [...]

Span (inner ear infection) will visit a thyroid specialist on

Span (inner ear infection) will visit a thyroid specialist on Tuesday, the Chicago Sun-Times reports. [...]

Span is resting at home with the what the Twins are now calling

Span is resting at home with the what the Twins are now calling an inner-ear disorder, the Minneapolis Star-Tribune reports. [...]

The Minnesota Twins held outfielder Michael Cuddyer out of the

News: The Minnesota Twins held outfielder Michael Cuddyer out of the lineup Saturday against the Chicago Cubs because of an inflamed right index finger. The injury leaves Minnesota short-handed in the outfield with center fielder Denard Span still suffering from dizziness. With the team down to three position players on the bench, a roster move is likely coming. "Something has to happen. Something has to give," manager Ron Gardenhire said, suggesting that either Cuddyer or Span could be headed to the disabled list. "We'd have to ad-lib. Cuddyer or Span. Who knows. ... There is a good possibility that something is going to happen (Sunday)." [...]

Denard Span (inner-ear infection) isn't expected to play in

Denard Span (inner-ear infection) isn't expected to play in the Twins' interleague series with the Cubs. Span has struggled with dizziness recently and has resumed taking the medication he was previously given for an inner-ear infection. [...]

Twins OF Denard Span (dizziness) remained out of the lineup

News: Twins OF Denard Span (dizziness) remained out of the lineup for Friday afternoon's game at the Cubs. The Pioneer Press reports that he will not return during this weekend's series in Chicago. [...]

Tests conducted June 10 did not determine the cause of Span’s

Tests conducted June 10 did not determine the cause of Span’s dizziness, and the center fielder is likely to miss all of the Twins’ three-game series with the Cubs this weekend. Michael Cuddyer started in center field Friday with Jason Kubel in right and Delmon Young in left. With no DH for the interleague series, Carlos Gomez was not in the lineup.

Twins | Span will not be back this weekend

Kelsie Smith, of The Pioneer Press, reports Minnesota Twins OF Denard Span (ear) will not rejoin the team this weekend, according to manager Ron Gardenhire. Span's dizziness has not improved and doctors have put him on medication for an inner-ear infection. He will visit with another specialist Tuesday, June 16.

Twins | Span may miss upcoming series

Kelly Thesier, of MLB.com, reports Minnesota Twins OF Denard Span (dizziness) could miss the team's upcoming series against the Chicago Cubs. One day of tests Wednesday, June 10, was not enough to determine the cause of his recent dizzy spells. Span is scheduled to undergo more tests Thursday, June 11. Doctors have told him that his symptoms may be the result of a thyroid issue.

Span (dizziness) was evaluated Wednesday, but the Twins remain

Span (dizziness) was evaluated Wednesday, but the Twins remain unsure of his status for the club's series at the Cubs this weekend, according to the Twins' official site. [...]

Denard Span (dizziness) likely won't return to the Twins on

Denard Span (dizziness) likely won't return to the Twins on Friday, according to Twins manager Ron Gardenhire. Span has been regularly meeting with doctors since arriving in Minneapolis on Wednesday, but the cause of what ails him has not yet been found. [...]

Denard Span (dizziness) is hoping to return to the Twins this

Denard Span (dizziness) is hoping to return to the Twins this weekend as they kick off a series against the Cubs at Wrigley Field. "Hoping" being the key word. [...]

Denard Span (dizziness) is hoping to return to the Twins this

Denard Span (dizziness) is hoping to return to the Twins this weekend as they kick off a series against the Cubs at Wrigley Field. "Hoping" being the key word. [...]

Twins | Span may be checked for thyroid problem

The Minneapolis Star-Tribune, updating previous items, reports the specialist the Minnesota Twins were going to have OF Denard Span (dizziness) see is out until Tuesday, June 16, so team physician Dr. Tom Jetzer will run Span through a battery of tests. Span may be checked for a possible thyroid problem as well.

The Twins sent center fielder and leadoff man Denard Span home

News: The Twins sent center fielder and leadoff man Denard Span home to see a specialist after he left Tuesday's game with dizziness. Manager Ron Gardenhire doesn't plan to rush him back. "I have no time limit on it," Gardenhire said. "We've got to make sure he's OK. [...]

Span left Tuesday's game at the start of the third inning after

Span left Tuesday's game at the start of the third inning after experiencing dizziness for the second time in the past few weeks. He said that he was not able to see the pitches during a second-inning strikeout. The specialist that the Twins were going to have Span see is out until June 16, so the club is having one of their team doctors run the outfielder through a battery of tests in the upcoming days. The hope is just to figure out what's been causing Span's dizziness. Check back for more updates.

Twins | Span seeing specialist

Joe Christensen, of the Minneapolis Star Tribune, reports Minnesota Twins OF Denard Span (dizziness) has left the team to see a specialist about his recent spells of dizziness.

Span missed two games late last month when he complained of

Span missed two games late last month when he complained of dizziness before returning to the lineup on May 26. In Tuesday's game, he grounded out in the first and struck out in the second, swinging weakly at strike three. Carlos Gomez then replaced Span. Team doctors have said that Span's problem could be thyroid-related, but they have yet to find a definitive reason for this recurring problem.

Twins | Span leaves early

The Associated Press reports Minnesota Twins OF Denard Span (dizziness) left the game early Tuesday, June 9, due to dizziness.

Denard Span will fly to Minneapolis on Wednesday to meet with

Denard Span will fly to Minneapolis on Wednesday to meet with doctors after experiencing further dizziness during Twins' games. Span suffered the same symptoms last month, but the condition subsided. [...]

Span left Tuesday's game against the A's with dizziness and

Span left Tuesday's game against the A's with dizziness and will be sent home to get examined, the Associated Press reports. [...]

Minnesota center fielder Denard Span left Tuesday night's game

News: Minnesota center fielder Denard Span left Tuesday night's game against the Athletics with dizziness and will be sent home to see a specialist. "He's going to go get checked out," Twins' manager Ron Gardenhire said. "He had that dizzy spell that he had when we were home. He said he's really not feeling good at all." Span, who left the game following the top of the third inning, missed a doctor's appointment during the Twins last homestand. "We're just going to have to play short here," Gardenhire said. "We're going to get him checked out to find out exactly what's going on." Span grounded out to first base and struck out against Oakland starter Brett Anderson before he was replaced by Carlos Gomez, who went 1-for-4 with his sixth double and two RBI. [...]

Span missed two games late last month when he complained of

Span missed two games late last month when he complained of dizziness but returned to the lineup on May 26. Span grounded out in the first then struck out in the second, swinging weakly at strike three. Carlos Gomez then replaced Span, with the Twins leading, 1-0. Team doctors have said that Span's problem could be thyroid-related, but they have yet to find a definitive reason for his recurring dizziness.

Minnesota center fielder Denard Span left Tuesday night's game

News: Minnesota center fielder Denard Span left Tuesday night's game against the Athletics with dizziness following the top of the third inning. Span popped out to first base and struck out against Oakland starter Brett Anderson before he was replaced by Carlos Gomez. [...]

Minnesota RF Denard Span hit his fourth home run of the season

News: Minnesota RF Denard Span hit his fourth home run of the season on Thursday off of Tomo Ohka in an 11-3 win over the Indians. He went 1-for-4 in the game with a walk and two runs scored. The homer was a solo shot. [...]

Twins OF Denard Span, who entered the game batting .118 (2-for-17)

News: Twins OF Denard Span, who entered the game batting .118 (2-for-17) over his previous four, went 2-for-3 with two runs scored, an RBI, a sacrifice hit and his 12th stolen base of the season Tuesday against the Indians. [...]

Span snapped out of a 2-for-17 slump with the productive night

Span snapped out of a 2-for-17 slump with the productive night Tuesday. The sophomore outfielder has once again been a legitimate contributor in all formats, batting .305 with 32 runs, 12 steals and a formidable .393 on-base percentage.