Spoke to Terry Ryan again briefly before Game 2, and he didn’t think there would be a roster move after tonight’s game. Any September callups could wait until Class AAA Rochester’s fate is determined. … Also, Joe Mauer was headed to play catch and take some swings in the batting cage. He stretched his hamstring before Game 1 and didn’t do any running, so it seems like he’s still a ways away from returning. … As La Velle pointed out in his blog, Francisco Liriano was in the clubhouse. Always good to see “Franchise.”

Note to Erik: Matt Macri isn’t on the 40-man. My bad. But Chris Basak is, and that put them at 38.

Royals lineup: David DeJesus CF, Mark Grudzielanek 2B, Ross Gload 1B, Billy Butler DH, Alex Gordon 3B, Shane Costa RF, John Buck C, Joey Gathright LF, Tony Pena SS. Starting pitcher: RH Gil Meche.

Twins lineup: Alexi Casilla 2B, Jason Bartlett SS, Torii Hunter CF, Justin Morneau 1B, Michael Cuddyer RF, Jason Kubel DH, Mike Redmond C, Rondell White LF, Nick Punto. Starting pitcher: RH Scott Baker.

Metrodome. Scheduled first pitch: 7:10 p.m.

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