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Article: Fast start helps Twins earn victory over A's.(SPORTS)
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- Star Tribune (Minneapolis, MN)
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- September 14, 2000
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TWINS 7, OAKLAND 6
Division championship? The Twins were officially eliminated last week. A .500 record? That chance was lost Tuesday, when Oakland beat the Twins.
Spoiler? Yes, the Twins could use that as motivation.
But this last month of the season will be a test of approach and effort, even more so than victories.
With the Twins looking ahead to 2001 - in which expectations will be higher than in previous seasons - how they conduct their on-field business this month will determine key issues, such as roster spots and the size of the increase in the payroll.
On Wednesday afternoon, Twins manager Tom Kelly had to be pleased with the approach his players ...