The Long-Awaited Return of Franchise

Good news out of Twins Territory this weekend, as once-rookie phenom Francisco Liriano is throwing at full-speed during bullpen sessions -- even using that nasty slider -- and is on track to return in time for the start of spring training.

Liriano is doing better than expected at this point in his recovery from 2006 Tommy John Surgery. Depending on his spot in the rotation, the 1-2 punch of Liriano and Johan Santana may finally be reunited in 2008.

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