Minnesota Twins sweep Chicago White Sox in July 2006 series
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Last updated Jul 31, 2026
From July 24-26, 2006, the Minnesota Twins defeated the Chicago White Sox in a three-game series at Wrigley Field, winning 7-4, 4-3, and 7-4., Twins' manager Ozzie Guillen coined the term 'Little Piranhas' to describe his team's knack for capitalizing on opportunities. In addition, Francisco Liriano’s dominant pitching contributed significantly throughout the month, showcasing impressive performances that established the Twins as a formidable contender with a record of 61-43. The Twins capped off July with an 18-hit blowout over the Texas Rangers.
- •Twins swept the White Sox with scores of 7-4, 4-3, and 7-4.
- •Ozzie Guillen referred to the Twins as 'Little Piranhas' for their strategic play.
- •Francisco Liriano had several strong starts throughout July.
- •The month ended with a 15-2 victory against the Rangers.
- •Twins held a 61-43 record, trailing in the AL Central.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — The Piranhas are born in July of 2006
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