Nelson Cruz

The Twins lost 3 of 4 games at home against Cleveland this past weekend and are now tied with the Indians for first place in the American League Central. Star Tribune Sports Columnist Jim Souhan joined me on WJON today.

Nelson Cruz had his first 3-home run game of his career Thursday night in the Twins' 10-3 win at Chicago against the White Sox. Cruz finished with 5 RBIs and now has 25 home runs and 58 RBIs.

The Twins took 2 out of 3 games at Detroit over the weekend including a 12-2 rout of the Tigers Sunday. Star Tribune Sports Columnist Jim Souhan joined me on WJON today. He says the Twins' lineup got even tougher with the return of Nelson Cruz.

The Twins have placed designated hitter Nelson Cruz on the 10-day Injured list with a left wrist sprain and have recalled infielder Luis Arraez. The 39-year old Cruz is hitting .270 with 7 home runs in 144 plate appearances as a Twin this season.

The Twins lost 5-3 to Detroit Sunday and earned a split in the 4-game series. Star Tribune Sports Columnist Jim Souhan joined me on WJON today. He suggested that if Nelson Cruz' wrist injury keeps him out for any period of time that he should be placed on the Injured List.

The Twins have agreed with free agent Nelson Cruz on a 1-year deal worth a reported $14.3 Million with an option for a 2nd year. The 38-year old Cruz has hit more home runs over the past 5 years than any active player.