A Big, Creative Cubs-Twins Trade That Just Might Work for Both Teams

[glunn]

1 hour ago, jorgenswest said:

Cubs fans are mixed.

https://northsidebaseball.com/forums/topic/53906-a-big-creative-cubs-twins-trade-that-just-might-work-for-everyone/

Their website looks a lot like TD.

[Mike Sixel]

13 minutes ago, glunn said:

Their website looks a lot like TD.

pretty sure it is owned by these guys....or do you mean the conent?

[glunn]

36 minutes ago, Mike Sixel said:

pretty sure it is owned by these guys....or do you mean the conent?

The format.

[tony&rodney]

On 10/9/2024 at 4:18 PM, chpettit19 said:

I don't have the slightest idea of where the Twins go with this offseason. I wouldn't be surprised at all to see a trade of Jax or Duran or basically anyone on the roster. Also wouldn't be even a little surprised to see them run it back with the exact same team. Will be interesting to see how Falvey decides to handle things.

Running out the same roster seems like it would be frustrating for me as a fan but I can see Falvey sitting on his hands. Last offseason there were chances but this offseason the gambles will be more pronounced, if taken. I'm not expecting too much.

You mention Duran. I would call Arizona and offer Duran and Soto for Jordan Lawler. Not sure the Dbacks would be open for business but they would benefit from a closer. Falvey needs to turn over every rock looking for ways to upgrade the roster.

[mluebker]

On 10/10/2024 at 12:16 PM, Mike Sixel said:

I guess if we are taking about every GM, sure. I thought we were discussing this FO?

I was discussing “the Twins way,” which goes all the way back to Calvin Griffith to some of us old guys.

[Major League Ready]

16 hours ago, tony&rodney said:

Running out the same roster seems like it would be frustrating for me as a fan but I can see Falvey sitting on his hands. Last offseason there were chances but this offseason the gambles will be more pronounced, if taken. I'm not expecting too much.

You mention Duran. I would call Arizona and offer Duran and Soto for Jordan Lawler. Not sure the Dbacks would be open for business but they would benefit from a closer. Falvey needs to turn over every rock looking for ways to upgrade the roster.

I am not advocating for the status quo, but this team was as good as any team in the league for a significant portion of last season.  The potential is there.  Cleveland made zero free agent signings or trades last year and improved from 76 to 92 wins.  I don't think the situation is nearly as dire as some would portray it. 

[tony&rodney]

3 minutes ago, Major League Ready said:

I am not advocating for the status quo, but this team was as good as any team in the league for a significant portion of last season.  The potential is there.  Cleveland made zero free agent signings or trades last year and improved from 76 to 92 wins.  I don't think the situation is nearly as dire as some would portray it. 

The Twins struggle to run, throw, or get to ground balls or fly balls on too many occasions. When they all hit, the Twins are good. I'm not one to worry about the pitching. Cleveland, Detroit, and Kansas City finding success did not surprise me. When Correa and Buxton are healthy and well supported by those around them, yes, the Twins are a winning team. However, their record was boosted by dominant performances versus weak teams which usually doesn't hold up year to year.  I don't believe the situation is dire at all but also believe that there is a window to improve the roster talent via trades.