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Twins Hand Royals First Loss of '08

Gomez offense, Baker pitching ends KC's winning streak at three

By Mike Buss, Newser Staff

Posted Apr 5, 2008 12:04 AM CDT

(Newser) – Carlos Gomez went 3-for-4 with a double and two stolen bases and Scott Baker recovered from a sluggish first two innings in Minnesota's 4-3 victory over Kansas City on Friday night, the Royals' first loss of the season. Baker gave up three runs on seven... Read full story »

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