Opening Day: Twins (Ryan) vs Orioles (Rodgers); 3/26/26, 2:05 pm CDT

[Patzky]

37 minutes ago, Vanimal46 said:

I did not have Paul Skenes getting tagged for 5 runs in the 1st inning on my bingo card today.

Side note, the Pirates defense may be the worst collection of players in years. 

Perhaps managing the Twins isn't so bad after all.

[Parfigliano]

21 minutes ago, ashbury said:

Wallner in the eighth inning of a 7-1 loss.

Sure.  Pick the low hanging fruit.

[C-Gangster]

Just now, Patzky said:

Perhaps managing the Twins isn't so bad after all.

I wouldn't mind it. It would be really good practice if i wanted a good managing job later on. Plus it would look good on my resume.

[shortround81]

20 minutes ago, C-Gangster said:

I would like to thank every one here for allowing me to be able to start these game threads for you guys! I love this community and value every single one of you and thankyou guys here we go for another 162!

I this what we're doing this season? Feeling our feelings?

[C-Gangster]

Just now, shortround81 said:

I this what we're doing this season? Feeling our feelings?

Yeah.... 

[C-Gangster]

Just now, C-Gangster said:

Yeah.... 

Im sorry ):

[C-Gangster]

Just now, C-Gangster said:

Im sorry ):

I mean its a depressing season so why not? Someone needs to address the mental health issues twins fans suffer from every year

[Patzky]

3 minutes ago, C-Gangster said:

I wouldn't mind it. It would be really good practice if i wanted a good managing job later on. Plus it would look good on my resume.

He had a nice little pep talk in the clubhouse earlier. Can't hurt I guess.. Find The Fun.

[C-Gangster]

1 minute ago, C-Gangster said:

I mean its a depressing season so why not? Someone needs to address the mental health issues twins fans suffer from every year

But thats Why we have 

Side Effects May include nausea, weight gain, insomnia, dizziness, dry mouth, sexual dysfunction, and increased anxiety or restlessness.

[shortround81]

1 minute ago, C-Gangster said:

But thats Why we have 

Side Effects May include nausea, weight gain, insomnia, dizziness, dry mouth, sexual dysfunction, and increased anxiety or restlessness.

 

You spelled it wrong

[Parfigliano]

1 minute ago, C-Gangster said:

But thats Why we have 

Side Effects May include nausea, weight gain, insomnia, dizziness, dry mouth, sexual dysfunction, and increased anxiety or restlessness.

Im sticking with THC.

[C-Gangster]

1 minute ago, C-Gangster said:

But thats Why we have 

Side Effects May include nausea, weight gain, insomnia, dizziness, dry mouth, sexual dysfunction, and increased anxiety or restlessness.

Sorry guys my jokes suck never was the funneist it sounded better in my head.

[C-Gangster]

Just now, shortround81 said:

 

You spelled it wrong

Nah i think its this 

[Vanimal46]

9 minutes ago, Patzky said:

Perhaps managing the Twins isn't so bad after all.

I'm channeling my inner @RpR here... Pittsburgh was talked about as a pick to click to make the playoffs this year. I look at their defense and wonder how that could be possible with an OF defense of Bryan Reynolds, O'Niell Cruz who's already showing he's not CF material, and Ryan O'Hearn who has no business playing RF. 

God forbid if they have to put Marcell Ozuna out in the field... 

[stringer bell]

1 hour ago, jorgenswest said:

I don’t think it is wise to start Caratini. He might get two at bats against the lefty but later in the game against a right handed pitcher he won’t be the best option. Clemens and Larnach are both better hitters against a right handed pitcher. Is Shelton willing to pinch hit for his back up catcher in a key last third of the game at bat? If so then I am OK with Caratini starting. Until I see it though I think starting him with Jeffers is a bad idea.

I also think it is good to have a couple of left handed bats in the line up to keep a lefty from getting into a rhythm. At bats are not independent events with the answer in a spreadsheet. Having to shift pitch mix for a lefty might make the location for the next right handed batter not quite as sharp. That next right handed bat might have a better chance to do some damage.

Caratini's OPS last season vs. RH pitching was .726, Larnach .759 and Clemens .762, not like there is worlds of difference IMHO. I agree that having a LH hitter or two in the lineup is a pretty good idea. However, on the Twins there aren't many LH hitters that merit starting against a lefty. The choices would be Outman, Larnach, Gray and Clemens. Given those options, I'd take Caratini, who is probably a better defender than Bell. I'm not fond of the roster, but given what is there, I think that should be the starting nine vs. LH starters. 

[Over The Hill Again]

Watching pregame introductions for Orioles. “Batting practice pitcher” gets a uniform and onfield recognition. Now there’s a job I’m qualified for! 

[Mike Sixel]

6 minutes ago, C-Gangster said:

Nah i think its this 

Wtaf is that?

[C-Gangster]

Just now, Mike Sixel said:

Wtaf is that?

something to help with the season

[Vanimal46]

2 minutes ago, Mike Sixel said:

Wtaf is that?

That's a sugar hangover in a can. 

[RpR]

[shortround81]

It's gonna be a long season. Call your sponsors

[The Great Hambino]

6 minutes ago, Mike Sixel said:

Wtaf is that?

In Wisconsin, it qualifies as a fruit

[C-Gangster]

Just now, shortround81 said:

It's gonna be a long season. Call your sponsors

Relatable

[C-Gangster]

Just now, The Great Hambino said:

In Wisconsin, it qualifies as a fruit

Wisconsin claims it has more lakes then Minnesota but in Wisconsin my dogs pee could constitute as a lake great place tho!

[ashbury]

24 minutes ago, Parfigliano said:

Sure.  Pick the low hanging fruit.

Highly specific low hanging fruit.  Prepare to never hear the end of it.

[jorgenswest]

11 minutes ago, stringer bell said:

Caratini's OPS last season vs. RH pitching was .726, Larnach .759 and Clemens .762, not like there is worlds of difference IMHO. I agree that having a LH hitter or two in the lineup is a pretty good idea. However, on the Twins there aren't many LH hitters that merit starting against a lefty. The choices would be Outman, Larnach, Gray and Clemens. Given those options, I'd take Caratini, who is probably a better defender than Bell. I'm not fond of the roster, but given what is there, I think that should be the starting nine vs. LH starters. 

Would it make a difference to you if it was .782?

[Mike Sixel]

Just now, ashbury said:

Highly specific low hanging fruit.  Prepare to never hear the end of it.

I am unsure which reaction this should get.....

[jorgenswest]

I should add that since I said it was a bad idea to start Caratini he would be my pick for first home run.

[Patzky]

OOOOOH say does the star spangled banner yet wave

 

[Aggies7]

Alright I’m here we can start now