Athletics roll past Twins, secure first sweep in Minnesota since 2014

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Lawrence Butler ignited a six-run second inning with a bases-clearing double, Nick Kurtz launched his 26th home run and rookie Jack Perkins combined with two relievers on a five-hitter, allowing the Athletics to complete a rare three-game road sweep of the Minnesota Twins with an 8-3 victory Thursday afternoon.

Tyler Soderstrom contributed a double and three singles o