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Twins power past Philadelphia, 11-7

Denard Span's leadoff homer was the first of three Minnesota long balls as the Twins pounded the Phillies, 11-7 Tuesday night at Target Field. Trevor Plouffe and Josh Willingham also homered for the Twins, who have won 10 of 13 games.
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Denard Span's leadoff homer was the first of three Minnesota long balls as the Twins pounded the Phillies, 11-7 Tuesday night at Target Field. Trevor Plouffe and Josh Willingham also homered for the Twins, who have won 10 of 13 games.

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