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Santana, Upton share AL Player of the Week

Related Topics: Extra base hit, Home run

Santana guided the Indians to a 4-2 record over the past seven days, racking up three multihit games. Santana hit .458 (11-for-24) with six RBIs and six extra-base hits, including two home runs. His three-run blast in the sixth inning on Thursday was ultimately a game-winner, as the Indians bested the Royals, 5-2.

Santana's play helped Cleveland inch closer to clinching the AL Central. The Indians hold a seven-game lead over the Tigers entering Monday.

Upton's solo home run
Justin Upton drills a solo home run to left field that cuts the deficit to 11-7 in the bottom of the 7th

Upton recorded a hit in each of the Tigers' six games during the week, clubbing three home runs.