Morneau knocks in five as Twins pound four home runs MINNEAPOLIS -- Twins right-hander Livan Hernandez continued his streak of dominance at the Metrodome on Saturday night, allowing just two runs on five hits over seven innings in a 14-2 victory over the Rangers. Hernandez (10-6) improved his record at home this season to 8-1 with the win. The only two runs that the veteran right-hander allowed came in the second inning on a two-run homer by Rangers first baseman Chris Davis. The Twins starter had a little bit of help as the club's offense came to life, scoring a season-high 14 runs and delivering 16 hits on the night. A day after tallying six runs on mostly chopped hits and bloopers, the Twins showed a little bit of power in their lineup. Six of the club's runs came via a season-high four home runs. Joe Mauer blasted a...
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