KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Minnesota Twins shortstop J.J. Hardy returned Monday to Minneapolis to have his sore left knee examined and will miss the three-game series against the Kansas City Royals.
Designated hitter Jim Thome could be joining Hardy on Tuesday in Minnesota to have his sore back treated, while catcher Joe Mauer will also likely sit out the Royals’ series with a tender knee.
The Twins have already clinched the AL Central Division, so they have the luxury of resting some of their starters before the playoffs begin next week.
