The Twins tonight will try to win consecutive games for the first time since Aug. 21-22. 

Kyle Davies is 2-3 against the Twins. Kevin Slowey is 2-0 against the Royals

Update: Michael Cuddyer was given the go-ahead to run as much as he can tolerate after meeting with Twins team physician Dr. John Steubs today. So Cuddyer ran the bases at 60 percent effort and hit several bombs into the seats during early batting practice.

“It’s sore,” Cuddyer said. “It’s going to be sore. As long as it doesn’t hurt.” 

Dustin Morse of the Twins baseball communications department has swung into MVP battle mode.  His stat of the day is that Justin Morneau is one of four players in the league this year to have at least a  .300 average, 20 homers, 100 RBI and 40 doubles. The others are Aubrey Huff, Raul Ibanez and Lance Berkman.  

Lineups

Royals (61-82)

1. Mike Aviles, SS
2. Alberto Callaspo, 2B
3. David DeJesus, CF
4. Jose Guillen, DH
5. Mark Teahen, RF
6. Ross Gload, 1B
7. John Buck, C
8. Esteban German, LF
9. Jason Smith, 3B

Pitching: Kyle Davies

Twins (79-65)

1. Denard Span, RF
2. Alexi Casilla, 2B
3. Joe Mauer, C
4. Justin Morneau, 1B
5. Jason Kubel, DH
6. Delmon Young, LF
7. Brian Buscher, 3B
8. Nick Punto, SS
9. Carlos Gomez, CF

Pitching: Kevin Slowey

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