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- Updated: July 20, 2016
DETROIT — Ervin Santana turned in another quality start Wednesday to help the Twins take a road series from division-rival Detroit. He allowed one run on six hits over seven-plus innings and took a no-decision in Minnesota’s 4-1 win.
It was his fourth quality start in six outings since June 19. Santana is 2-1 with a 2.03 ERA during that stretch. His solid outing came on a day that the Twins really needed it, as Tigers starter Justin Verlander delivered a strong start of his own, allowing one run over eight innings.
Santana said it was intense to be in a duel against a pitcher as high-profile as Verlander.
“It was fun. A lot of tension,” Santana said. “We just gave it all we’ve got. It was a good game for both sides.”
Santana has had extended success (9-3, 3.14) against the Tigers …
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