Twins pitcher Ricky Nolasco (2-5) continued to struggle on Sunday, dropping his second consecutive decision in an 8-1 defeat to the Giants in San Francisco. The right-hander was shelled for seven runs on nine hits and one walk while striking out three in 4 2/3 innings.

Over his last two starts covering 9 2/3 innings, Nolasco has allowed 10 earned runs. His ERA ballooned from 5.50 to 6.12 after Sunday's abysmal start. He will look to get back on track Friday against the Yankees in New York.