How to fix this embarassing offense.

[drjim]

 

As much as it pains me to do this, I'm going to quote Aaron Rogers; "R-E-L-A-X".

A team that is supposed to be rebuilding and in last place hits a high mark, then slumps, (which all teams do), and is STILL above .500 half way through June. I don't know about you, BUT IM HAVING A BLAST!

I also want the offense improved. And it's not one guy, it's group slumpage lately. It happens. I am not, never have been, never will be, a big believer in promoting a top/quality prospect straight to the majors as some sort of "fix it" option. There is a very good reason for ultiple levels in the minors, including AAA. For every Knoblauch who makes said move, there is a Hicks that shouldn't of. (Honestly, there's probably less of the former and more of the latter) Now, Buxton and Sano are special talents. I'm begining to think Polanco may be as well. I want all 3 up, fitting in, gaining experience, helping, growing, and getting ready for 2016, where more things should be "coming together" for the rebuild to approach primary conclusion and legit contention status.

Enjoy. Patience. We're going to see Sano and Polanco up at some point, probably within 30 days. Arcia and Santana will be heard from again as well. And they should be. There is a lot of talent, potential and hope here. Let's enjoy it.

 

I prefer more posts detailing where Mauer ranks in relation to other 1Bs over the past two seasons and how he should bat lower in the order.

[Otto von Ballpark]

 

I think it is time Mauer considers losing the beard.  Rock a mustache for a few games and see if that gets the bat going.

The beard factor hasn't been discussed nearly enough.  I first read that Mauer's reason for the beard was April warmth:

http://m.mlb.com/cutfour/2015/04/18/119047834/do-not-adjust-your-television-screens-that-is-joe-mauer-and-he-does-have-a-beard

 

Then that he was keeping it for the duration of the Wild's playoff run:

http://puckettspond.com/2015/04/29/fear-the-beard-joe-mauer-off-to-a-hot-start/

 

We're well past a month beyond either of those reasons being applicable, though.  What's up with the whiskers?