The Twins aren’t known as a team that mashes alot of homers, with Justin Morneau being their only true power threat. However, that label was non existent tonight as the team rode 3 homers to a 7-6 victory over the Brewers and their 10th straight win.
The ‘barrage’ started in 1st, when Alexi Casilla hit a solo homer to make it 1-0. Jason Kubel added another solo shot in the 4th, in addition to hitting a sac fly and scoring a run himself. Tied 6-6 in the 8th, Joe Mauer completed the solo homer hat trick by launching one of his own for the go-ahead run.
However much offense the Twins got from their home runs, starter Nick Blackburn was victimized by the Brewer hitters. He allowed 6 runs, all on 4 homers, in 4 2/3 innings of work. The bullpen was able to cool off the Brewers, giving the offense the chance to come back.
One can bet the Twins are enjoying the ride they’re on, the streak having reached double digits. One major takeaway from tonight’s win is although Blackburn struggled, the offense and bullpen were able to pick up the slack and give the Twins the chance to win.
