Rookie Scott Diamond keeps shining for Twins

MINNEAPOLIS — Scott Diamond grew up in Canada, seemingly destined to become a pitcher. The Minnesota Twins are sure happy he found his niche. The rookie left-hander has taken hold of their ragged rotation since he was summoned from Triple-A Rochester a little more than a month ago, one of the main reasons why they’ve gradually improved on their rotten start to the season.

By: Dave Campbell, The Associated Press