COMMENTARY | It's been exactly a year since the Minnesota Twins' Glen Perkins started sharing closer duties, and his transition from replacement-level starter to dominant relief ace is complete. Perkins' performance out of the bullpen would make former Twins closer Joe Nathan proud.

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Justin Morneau watched the ball sail off one of his big swings toward right field, and finally the flight ended in the seats.

Even as the Chicago White Sox's offense struggled, consistent efforts from the starting rotation seemed to keep the team afloat.

MINNEAPOLIS -- The Chicago White Sox struck early and late, but the Minnesota Twins struck often on their way to a 7-4 victory Wednesday night at Target Field.

MINNEAPOLIS -- The visiting Chicago White Sox struck early and late, but the Minnesota Twins struck often on their way to a 7-4 victory at Target Field on Wednesday night.

Ventura preaches patience with young Viciedo