The Legend of Livan Grows

SouthPaw77 posted 5/3/2008 from www.bugsandcranks.com [flag]

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. [link]

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Hernandez, Twins baffle punchless Tigers in rout

The Hardball Times found this 5/3/2008 on sports.espn.go.com

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(Over) Analyzing April

Football Review Daily posted 5/3/2008 from seamheads.com

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kcudah posted 5/3/2008 from www.mlive.com

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Down with Goldy found this 5/3/2008 on mlb.mlb.com

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Roto Arcade found this 5/3/2008 on minnesota.twins.mlb.com

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Twins 11, Tigers 1
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.

Hernandez baffles Tigers in 11-1 win
Livan Hernandez baffled Detroit's mighty offense for seven innings and the Twins beat up the Tigers' normally reliable bullpen in an 11-1 victory Friday night.

Hernandez shuts down Tigers, 11-1
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