MLB: Minnesota 15, Texas 2

MINNEAPOLIS, July 31 (UPI) -- Torii Hunter came back from the 15-day disabled list with three hits, including a three-run homer, and four RBI as Minnesota beat Texas, 15-2.

Josh Rabe also had a three-run homer, Nick Punto went 4-for-4 with four runs scored and three RBI, and Justin Morneau went 3-for-4 with two runs scored and two RBI for the Twins.

Carlos Silva (7-9) allowed one run on six hits in seven innings.

Mark Teixeira and Nelson Cruz homered for the Rangers, who have dropped seven of their last eight games.

John Rheinecker (4-5) allowed eight runs on nine hits with neither a walk nor a strikeout in a career-low 1 2/3 innings.