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Kubel's homer holds up as Twins stop Rangers

Associated Press

Friday, July 17, 2009

ARLINGTON, Texas -- Talk about the Minnesota Twins, and All-Stars Joe Mauer and Justin Morneau quickly become the primary topic. Maybe it's time for the slugger who follows them in the lineup to be a part of the conversation. Jason Kubel hit a tiebreaking three-run homer after the recognized stars reached base and the Twins beat the Texas Rangers 5-3 Friday night, putting a damper on Josh Hamilton's first home game in more than six weeks. "He's kind of that silent guy," Twins starter Glen P ...

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