Twins

MINNEAPOLIS - The Minnesota Twins ran themselves right out of the Metrodome.

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MINNEAPOLIS - After so many October misses, Alex Rodriguez delivered the playoff performance his talent demanded.

BOSTON - Torii Hunter emerged from the visitors' clubhouse at Fenway Park to spray champagne over the fans and family gathered there.

NEW YORK - Umpire Phil Cuzzi blew a call.