Robinson Cano is hitting . 

Bobby Abreu hit a go-ahead homer in the sixth and drove in three runs, leading the surging New York Yankees past the Minnesota Twins 8-2 on Tuesday night, their ninth consecutive victory at home. 

Bobby Abreu hit a go-ahead homer in the sixth and drove in three runs, leading the surging New York Yankees past the Minnesota Twins 8-2 on Tuesday night, their ninth consecutive victory at home. 

Bobby Abreu hit a go-ahead homer in the sixth and drove in three runs, leading the surging New York Yankees past the Minnesota Twins 8-2 on Tuesday night, their ninth consecutive victory at home. 

In the past several weeks, especially since outfielder Denard Span joined the team, the Twins' speed has been impressive. 

--INF Nick Punto said that the sore knuckle on his left ring finger continues to feel tolerable. 

MEDICAL WATCH: SS Nick Punto (sore left ring finger) didn't play July 12-13, and he did not improve during the All-Star break. 

The New York Yankees received bad news on Monday, learning that their second-half playoff push may have to take place without their longtime catcher in the lineup. 

Alex Rodriguez and the New York Yankees have 28 regular-season games left at their longtime home, and they seem determined to make the most of them. 

Alex Rodriguez and the New York Yankees have 28 regular-season games left at their longtime home, and they seem determined to make the most of them. 

Alex Rodriguez and the New York Yankees have 28 regular-season games left at their longtime home, and they seem determined to make the most of them. 

The Brewers acquired another All-Star over the weekend, bringing second baseman Ray Durham to the squad in exchange for minor leaguers. 

Rumors already are floating about the possibility of the Twins looking for help before the trade deadline, but manager Ron Gardenhire -- who dealt with distracting rumors about Torii Hunter and Johan Santana for much of the 2007 season -- wants no part of 

--RF Michael Cuddyer, still unable to swing a bat three weeks after going on the disabled list with a strained tendon in his left index finger, stayed behind when the Twins left for New York on Sunday. 

MEDICAL WATCH: SS Nick Punto (sore left ring finger) didn't play July 12-13, and he did not improve during the All-Star break.