Article: Twins, Lohse still can't agree on terms.(SPORTS)

Byline: La Velle E. Neal III; Staff Writer

The Twins and righthander Kyle Lohse are making little progress on a contract as a Monday arbitration hearing nears.

"We just have had a little bit of a difference of opinion," Twins General Manager Terry Ryan said. "There's nothing more to it than that.

"We have communicated. Whether or not we will find common ground, I don't know. But we have had discussions."

Lohse, who made $2.4 million last season, has requested a 2006 salary of $3.95 million. The Twins have countered with $3.4 million. The Twins have tried to discuss a two-year deal, hoping Lohse would jump at the chance for some ...

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