Thread: Article: Dark Days in Minnesota

Hey Nick, congratulations on being quoted by ESPN in the latest power rankings.

Originally Posted by frightwig

Fortunately, Terry Ryan should have plenty of budget to fill at least two rotation spots with quality pitchers next season.

Unfortunately, the lineup is also in dire need of upgrades at 5 spots; and even if Morneau is healthy next year, he'll probably need to be replaced in 2014, too. I don't think money alone could fix enough holes to make the team a contender anytime soon. I expect we'll have to wait for Ryan to rebuild the farm system before we get back to enjoying pennant races again.

I think we're past using Morneau and healthy in the same sentence. Its time to fire sale this thing and start from scratch. It might be time to pull the plug on Mauer. I've never seen a supposed "leader" this comfortable with losing.