Times wires
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Twins 8, Royals 2
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Michael Cuddyer drove in two runs and Anthony Swarzak pitched six effective innings as the Twins snapped a four-game losing streak and picked up their third victory in 13 games. Minnesota sent 10 men to the plate in a six-run third, scoring four unearned runs after Mike Aviles made a throwing error. Swarzak, making his third start after beginning the season in the minors, earned his first victory of the season.