Orioles (Young) vs Twins (Ober): 08/11/26, 6:40 PM

[HarmonK03]

Just now, RpR said:

Roden has RBI , Culpepper does not.

Only because the ball wasn't hit hard enough to turn the double play.  You are really stretching to defend Roden.   But we all know you want all fringe guys on your team.

[SE23]

Just now, thelanges5 said:

Doesn’t really matter what Ober did because the offense was dog ****

A common theme, unfortunately. We need bats, defenders and base runners!

[sampleSizeOfOne]

12 hours ago, sampleSizeOfOne said:

I've seen things you wouldn't believe...

I've seen ketchup stains off cuffs of hoodies...

All these moments will be lost, like tears in the rain.

Time to dry.

I spoke prematurely. Somehow the spin cycle was never completed.

Edited August 12 by sampleSizeOfOne
tie poe

[Vanimal46]

[Twins_Fan_in_NJ]

That was extremely frustrating.

[HarmonK03]

Five of the hits came from the favorite whipping boys, Keaschall, Lee and Lewis.  Maybe Bell and Clemens need to start helping.

[Church of Kreidler]

2 minutes ago, SE23 said:

A common theme, unfortunately. We need bats, defenders and base runners!

Does the greed of the Twins fanbase know no bounds?! 😉

[SE23]

We played 7 innings of pro ball, but the first 2 decided the outcome.

[thelanges5]

1 minute ago, HarmonK03 said:

Five of the hits came from the favorite whipping boys, Keaschall, Lee and Lewis.  Maybe Bell and Clemens need to start helping.

Don’t forget about Larnach and Jeffers

[Hunter4848]

What a huge mistake not to trade Larnach when his value was at it's peak

[RpR]

1 minute ago, HarmonK03 said:

Only because the ball wasn't hit hard enough to turn the double play.  You are really stretching to defend Roden.   But we all know you want all fringe guys on your team.

LOL, yeah Culpepper is god no matter how badly he is failing.  You are so biased against any one except your AAA wonder boys

Haters will hate , so enjoy your self.

[Vanimal46]

3 minutes ago, Hunter4848 said:

What a huge mistake not to trade Larnach when his value was at it's peak

Joe Ryan as well.

[Hunter4848]

1 minute ago, RpR said:

LOL, yeah Culpepper is god no matter how badly he is failing.  You are so biased against any one except your AAA wonder boys

Haters will hate , so enjoy your self.

Says the guy that stans for the likes of Krielder, Roden, and Grey...

You just love your make a wish players. But sure continue to hate on one or the only bright spots on this team, bud

[Hunter4848]

We are so lucky our division is an absolute joke

[S Bart]

Downside of Calling Up a Super Two Prospect in August

Calling up a Super Two player in August can be a smart move for a team’s payroll and development, but it also carries significant downside if not managed carefully.

1. Service time suppression risk
Under MLB’s service time rules, a player must be on the active roster or injured list for 172 days to earn a full year of service. If a prospect is called up in August, they may not accrue enough service to reach the top 22% of the two-to-three-year service group before the next season’s arbitration cutoff. This can push them into a “suppression” zone, where they lose the extra arbitration year and instead get only three arbitration cycles instead of four. That’s a multi‑million‑dollar loss in potential salary over their career.

2. Timing the call-up
The first two weeks of the season are critical — a player called up then can earn a full year of service by season’s end.. An August call-up risks them not meeting the 172‑day threshold, especially if they’re injured or limited in playing time. Even a few days off the roster can erase the extra arbitration year.

3. Development vs. performance trade-off
Super Two players are often top‑tier prospects, but they may not be ready for full‑time MLB work. An August debut can force them into near‑everyday play before they’re fully prepared, increasing injury risk and reducing their value as a developmental tool. . If they underperform or get hurt, the team loses both the immediate offensive boost and the long‑term arbitration upside.

4. Contract and extension implications
If a player is on a pre‑arbitration contract, an early call-up can trigger arbitration eligibility a year early, which may not align with the team’s extension strategy. Teams often prefer to wait until the player is ready to maximize their arbitration value 

5. Opportunity cost
By calling up a Super Two prospect in August, the team may be sacrificing other roster moves — such as adding a veteran to fill a spot or making a trade — that could be more beneficial in the short term.

Bottom line:
The upside of calling up a Super Two in August is an earlier arbitration year and potential salary jump. The downside is the risk of service time suppression, which can cost millions, plus the development and injury risks of an early debut. Teams weigh these factors carefully, often avoiding August promotions for Super Two candidates unless they’re confident the player will meet the service time threshold and be ready for the majors

[Saxophone Joe]

Probably a good dozen chances to change the game with a clutch hit. Fail! 

[HarmonK03]

5 minutes ago, RpR said:

LOL, yeah Culpepper is god no matter how badly he is failing.  You are so biased against any one except your AAA wonder boys

Haters will hate , so enjoy your self.

No he's played four games, I will give him some time like most reasonable people will.

[RpR]

3 minutes ago, HarmonK03 said:

Five of the hits came from the favorite whipping boys, Keaschall, Lee and Lewis.  Maybe Bell and Clemens need to start helping.

LOL - You mean like last night when Bell had 3 rbi and Culpepper had 4 Ks.

You loathe all but your favorite boys to the point, it cannot be good for your heart.☹️

Bad game all around, team failure.  It is a TEAM sport.

[jkcarew]

8 minutes ago, HarmonK03 said:

Five of the hits came from the favorite whipping boys, Keaschall, Lee and Lewis.  Maybe Bell and Clemens need to start helping.

I think at least in the case of Lewis you’re confusing post frequency with number of posters. I’m guessing 98% of the community is just fine with his 845 OPS across 55 games since his return.

[Vanimal46]

3 minutes ago, S Bart said:

Downside of Calling Up a Super Two Prospect in August

Calling up a Super Two player in August can be a smart move for a team’s payroll and development, but it also carries significant downside if not managed carefully.

1. Service time suppression risk
Under MLB’s service time rules, a player must be on the active roster or injured list for 172 days to earn a full year of service. If a prospect is called up in August, they may not accrue enough service to reach the top 22% of the two-to-three-year service group before the next season’s arbitration cutoff. This can push them into a “suppression” zone, where they lose the extra arbitration year and instead get only three arbitration cycles instead of four. That’s a multi‑million‑dollar loss in potential salary over their career.

2. Timing the call-up
The first two weeks of the season are critical — a player called up then can earn a full year of service by season’s end.. An August call-up risks them not meeting the 172‑day threshold, especially if they’re injured or limited in playing time. Even a few days off the roster can erase the extra arbitration year.

3. Development vs. performance trade-off
Super Two players are often top‑tier prospects, but they may not be ready for full‑time MLB work. An August debut can force them into near‑everyday play before they’re fully prepared, increasing injury risk and reducing their value as a developmental tool. . If they underperform or get hurt, the team loses both the immediate offensive boost and the long‑term arbitration upside.

4. Contract and extension implications
If a player is on a pre‑arbitration contract, an early call-up can trigger arbitration eligibility a year early, which may not align with the team’s extension strategy. Teams often prefer to wait until the player is ready to maximize their arbitration value 

5. Opportunity cost
By calling up a Super Two prospect in August, the team may be sacrificing other roster moves — such as adding a veteran to fill a spot or making a trade — that could be more beneficial in the short term.

Bottom line:
The upside of calling up a Super Two in August is an earlier arbitration year and potential salary jump. The downside is the risk of service time suppression, which can cost millions, plus the development and injury risks of an early debut. Teams weigh these factors carefully, often avoiding August promotions for Super Two candidates unless they’re confident the player will meet the service time threshold and be ready for the majors

LOL you realize the AI response is to ensure the player you're calling up now becomes a Super 2 status? Read point 1 carefully, then report back. 

[SE23]

1 minute ago, Saxophone Joe said:

Probably a good dozen chances to change the game with a clutch hit. Fail! 

As we build a championship team in the years immediately ahead, we'll need bats, defenders and base runners. Athletes. Ball players. Not one-dimensional droids.

[Hunter4848]

7 minutes ago, S Bart said:

Downside of Calling Up a Super Two Prospect in August

Calling up a Super Two player in August can be a smart move for a team’s payroll and development, but it also carries significant downside if not managed carefully.

1. Service time suppression risk
Under MLB’s service time rules, a player must be on the active roster or injured list for 172 days to earn a full year of service. If a prospect is called up in August, they may not accrue enough service to reach the top 22% of the two-to-three-year service group before the next season’s arbitration cutoff. This can push them into a “suppression” zone, where they lose the extra arbitration year and instead get only three arbitration cycles instead of four. That’s a multi‑million‑dollar loss in potential salary over their career.

2. Timing the call-up
The first two weeks of the season are critical — a player called up then can earn a full year of service by season’s end.. An August call-up risks them not meeting the 172‑day threshold, especially if they’re injured or limited in playing time. Even a few days off the roster can erase the extra arbitration year.

3. Development vs. performance trade-off
Super Two players are often top‑tier prospects, but they may not be ready for full‑time MLB work. An August debut can force them into near‑everyday play before they’re fully prepared, increasing injury risk and reducing their value as a developmental tool. . If they underperform or get hurt, the team loses both the immediate offensive boost and the long‑term arbitration upside.

4. Contract and extension implications
If a player is on a pre‑arbitration contract, an early call-up can trigger arbitration eligibility a year early, which may not align with the team’s extension strategy. Teams often prefer to wait until the player is ready to maximize their arbitration value 

5. Opportunity cost
By calling up a Super Two prospect in August, the team may be sacrificing other roster moves — such as adding a veteran to fill a spot or making a trade — that could be more beneficial in the short term.

Bottom line:
The upside of calling up a Super Two in August is an earlier arbitration year and potential salary jump. The downside is the risk of service time suppression, which can cost millions, plus the development and injury risks of an early debut. Teams weigh these factors carefully, often avoiding August promotions for Super Two candidates unless they’re confident the player will meet the service time threshold and be ready for the majors

Get out of here with that AI slop. Though if you keep it up they will probably hire you to write articles on this site...

[mrmpls]

17 minutes ago, HarmonK03 said:

Only because the ball wasn't hit hard enough to turn the double play.  You are really stretching to defend Roden.   But we all know you want all fringe guys on your team.

its a shtick

[RpR]

[S Bart]

Just now, Vanimal46 said:

LOL you realize the AI response is to ensure the player you're calling up now becomes a Super 2 status? Read point 1 carefully, then report back. 

DUDE. Read the whole thing.... Is verified through MLB...it has implications for the player and the club down the line..FINANCIAL...AND MORE.THERE ARE IMPLICATIONS.. I WANT THEM TO CALL UP JENKINS...BUT SIT DOWN AT A COMPUTER AND DIG INTO THE DETAILS...

[S Bart]

2 minutes ago, Hunter4848 said:

Get out of here with that AI slop. Though if you keep it up they will probably hire you to write articles on this site...

Dear Slop, Read and investigate it...perhaps. via the MLB site. you may learn a bit

[Hunter4848]

1 minute ago, S Bart said:

DUDE. Read the whole thing.... Is verified through MLB...it has implications for the player and the club down the line..FINANCIAL...AND MORE.THERE ARE IMPLICATIONS.. I WANT THEM TO CALL UP JENKINS...BUT SIT DOWN AT A COMPUTER AND DIG INTO THE DETAILS...

Just stop with the AI slop, bud

[mrmpls]

59-62-41

[Vanimal46]

1 minute ago, S Bart said:

DUDE. Read the whole thing.... Is verified through MLB...it has implications for the player and the club down the line..FINANCIAL...AND MORE.THERE ARE IMPLICATIONS.. I WANT THEM TO CALL UP JENKINS...BUT SIT DOWN AT A COMPUTER AND DIG INTO THE DETAILS...

You didn't dig into any details. You typed a prompt into ChatGPT or whatever AI you use to get an answer about calling up prospects that qualify for super 2 status. Critical thinking is at an all time low. 

[S Bart]

1 minute ago, Hunter4848 said:

Just stop with the AI slop, bud

READ THE ACTUAL GUIDELINES WHAT THE MLB PUBLICIZES,BUD