Kepler homers twice, Ryan’s 11 Ks lead Twins over Cubs 5-4

Max Kepler homered twice, rookie Joe Ryan struck out a season-high 11, and the Minnesota Twins held on to beat the Chicago Cubs 5-4 Wednesday night. Buy 25 Byron Buxton MLB Jerseys,

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Ryan (2-1), a U.S. Olympian acquired from the Tampa Bay on July 22 with minor league pitcher Drew Strotman for Nelson Cruz, limited the Cubs to three hits in five innings in his fourth major league appearance.

“He’s making a very distinct impression on everyone here,” Twins manager Rocco Baldelli said. “You get the feeling from him it’s not just about the start or proving himself. He just wants the ball. He simplifies things very well. He’s not getting caught up with the distractions that can come up.

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