MILWAUKEE — Michael Cuddyer is not in the starting lineup tonight because of his sore knuckle on the base of his right ring finger.

Cuddyer won’t take batting practice but does hope to play in Sunday’s series finale.

Brian Buscher is starting at third base, with Mike Lamb on the bench, even though the Twins are facing righthander Jeff Suppan.

Gardy said if Buscher hits he’ll keep playing, though Lamb will see playing time, too. Both of them can play first base, which might give Justin Morneau a chance to DH on the next homestand.

Update (4:55 p.m.): They are closing the roof here, as another storm is on its way. Let’s hope its a short one. The drive home tomorrow already looks imposing enough.

Think about this: The Brewers have kept the roof open for only six of their first 30 home games. That’s a harrowing stat for the Twins, with an open-air ballpark being built for 2010.

Twins (33-35)

1. Carlos Gomez, CF

2. Alexi Casilla, 2B

3. Joe Mauer, C

4. Justin Morneau, 1B

5. Jason Kubel, RF

6. Delmon Young, LF

7. Brian Buscher, 3B

8. Brendan Harris, SS

9. Glen Perkins, P

Brewers (35-32)

1. Corey Hart, RF

2. Joe Dillon, 2B

3. Ryan Braun, LF

4. Prince Fielder, 1B

5. Mike Cameron, CF

6. Bill Hall, 3B

7. Jason Kendall, C

8. Craig Counsell, SS

9. Jeff Suppan, P

Miller Park. First pitch: 6:05 p.m.

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