Twins rookie starter Kyle Gibson was better than CC Sabathia Sunday in the Bronx. That wasn't saying much with Sabathia struggling, but Gibson still beat the New York ace.

The 25-year-old moved his career record to .500 at 2-2 on the season with a 6.45 ERA as he earned the win Sunday in the last game before the All-Star break. Gibson allowed three runs -- two earned -- on five hits and four walks over five innings. He struck out one and threw 93 pitches.

Gibson won his major league debut against Kansas City but then suffered back-to-back defeats against the Yankees and Rays. He topped the Yankees Sunday to get back on track. Gibson is expected to open the second half of the season in the rotation for the Twins. Manager Ron Gardenhire will give him the ball to open the second series after the break in Anaheim.