bugsandcranks.com - 5/3/2008
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The Cubano Caballo looked like he was going to struggle early but then handled the Tigers quite handily and besides, the wheels on the Carlos Counter were a'spinnin' and the Twins are a half game out of first. Did I mention my man crush on Livan? Just read the article.
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NYT > Baseball 5/3/2008
Livan Hernandez baffled Detroit’s mighty offense for seven innings and the Twins beat up the Tigers’ normally reliable bullpen in a victory Friday night.
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