Detroit, MI – Miguel Cabrera knocked in three runs and Justin 1 victory game series.
Verlander (18-5) allowed one run on seven hits and a walk in 7 2/3 innings. He also struck out eight in his sixth straight and major league-leading 18th win.
Ramon Santiago added a home run in Detroit's fourth win in six games.
Nick Blackburn (7-10) allowed five runs on 11 hits and two walks in just 4 2/3 innings to earn his fourth straight losing decision.
Justin Morneau knocked in the lone run for the Twins, losers in 12 of their last 15.
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