Ervin Santana hasn't had back-to-back starts this bad in almost exactly a year, since he gave up five runs in three straight starts from June 4 to June 14.
Arizona forward Lauri Markkanen has toughness and skill that defies the stereotype of soft European players. He's projected to be drafted in the top 10, meaning the Wolves are in play.
United is back at the bottom of the league table at 4-9-2 with Western Conference challenger Portland Timbers (7-6-3) visiting for a rematch of the season opener.
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