Mauer doesn't win HR derby
Joe Mauer didn't embarrass himself Sunday night in the home run derby, but he didn't have enough to advance into the 2nd round. He ended up bopping 5 homers in the first round, which landed him in a swing-off with Carlos Pena and Albert Pujols to advance to the 2nd round. Pujols advanced, but Mauer proved he can keep up with the more notable long ball hitters in baseball.
On Sunday, Mauer had perhaps the worst day at the plate of his career, going 0-5 with 4 strikeouts, so it seems he's found himself in some kind of rut. Fortunately the Twins will get Wednesday and Thursday off following tonight's All-Star game, so he can begin the second half a little rested.
By the way, in case you didn't hear, Prince Fielder won the derby.
Topics: Joe Mauer, Albert Pujols, Carlos Pena
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