The Minnesota Twins open a two-game set against the Seattle Mariners at the Metrodome tonight. The series pits the Twins against the only team in the majors with a better record than Minnesota. The Twins lead the American League Central division by a half game over the Cleveland Indians. Their best pitcher, Brad Radke, will try for his eighth victory of the year tonight. LaVelle Neal covers the Twins for the Star Tribune. He's on the line now.