KANSAS CITY, Mo., Sept. 28 (UPI) -- Minnesota's injured all-star Joe Mauer may be used as a designated hitter until he's ready to resume his regular job as catcher, Manager Ron Gardenhire said.
The Twins, who clinched the American League Central Division title nearly a week ago, were in Kansas City Tuesday for the second contest in a three-game series. The Royals took the opener Monday 10-8.