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  1. MABB1959
    Perfect summary.
  2. MABB1959
    Obviously the medical staff in SF and NY saw things the medical staff that the Twins did not. That money should have been spent on a #1/2 starter and the Twins would have an all star that would easily been the face of the franchise and leader this team is lacking. They wanted a “big name” but certainly not a leader for the LVP. It is nice for those who keep saying he will turn it around.
  3. MABB1959
    Got it, thanks. I guess my thinking is desperate times need desperate measures. Maybe sending the whole line up to the AAA level would shake up this under achieving line-up.
  4. MABB1959
    No idea what ABS is but still stand by my opinion to get some of these guys up. I also think the Saints could win. Maybe that would light a fire on our pathetic hitting line-up!
  5. MABB1959
    No doubt the Twins could use these games to figure out what is wrong with the hitting. We eventually need to see what we have with SWR, Austin Martin, Wallner and others or let them go. We keep wondering what Wallner can do, what we got for Berrios and a few others who should be MLB ready by now.
  6. MABB1959
    It would be interesting to see a couple Twins vs Saints games. We could see some of the players IMO the FO are holding off. It should be easy to set up since they are so close together. A couple this week would be good. They do need time off but they need to try something NOW to get the AAA team MLB experience. The lineup needs change or they will be cleaning their locker rooms out on October 1st. See SWR and maybe Kuechel pitch. The Twins could use the batting practice for sure.
  7. MABB1959
    Why do you think he did not get named to the ASG?
  8. MABB1959
    Love to see the pitching staff who give the team a great chance for a win
  9. MABB1959
    I can see where it could be considered "even". Lopez also has the chance to dip here in MN. I have 2 points. First, a pitcher appears in 30ish games where Arraez is well over 100. 2nd is nothing against Lopez but disappointment that the Twins won't spend on great pitching (compliment to Lopez).
  10. MABB1959
    So far Buxton is winning by 100 miles
  11. MABB1959
    Seemed like when we gave him to Miami lot's of talk about he couldn't repeat or was a flash in the pan hitter or just a singles hitter, etc. His overall career numbers rank with the best starting in 2019 with a BA of .334, Lowest of his career was a .294 in 2021, The Twins don't have anyone even close! He has played in over 120 games for the last 2 years and so far 83 this year. He had a few 10 day IL stints but has been healthy the last 3 years. Although you can't put a number of his personality of love of the game and how he could motivate the Twins this year should be close to 1.000,
  12. MABB1959
    Berrios has stayed injury free. I believe that they do not do enough to strengthen their core. I mean an oblique injury just from running? Maybe it happened in the swing but they need to be in top physical shape. Not only during the season but in the offseason as well. Berrios has an offseason trading program that seems to be working.
  13. MABB1959
    I loved actually hearing what Rocco, Correa, Buxton and one other players said in the pre-game interviews before the 8-1 win. It was great to think they had turned things around but deep down I knew not to get too excited and after the 8-1 win IMO they crashed right back down. I don't see many changes but the line-up has never stayed stable with Rocco. I didn't notice any big adjustments.
  14. MABB1959
    Besides all the numbers (win/loss, strikeouts, etc.), there is little to no one that leads this team by example or mentoring some of the players coming up. You can find fault with all of the below players but you cannot replace the players below Rosario, Escobar, Arraez, Cruz, Astudillo and Berrios who played with such enthusiasm and love of the game. Great memories with no players to replace these Sano: It was awesome with RISP and have him come to the plate and knock one out Buxton: Watching him when he got on base when he could run from 1st to home in seconds was so amazing AND fun! Buxton: Making the highlight plays in CF Cruz: Watching him mentoring others, especially Buxton. Many players beelined right to Cruz after an at-bat for advice or feedback IMO we have let players go that were FUN to watch, When the fans are excited I think it rubs off and effects the game. The Atlanta team is a true example of this and the domino effect it creates. Seems we have 9 position players and not a one of them brings excitement for the fans. Instead having the 1-5 players getting on base and getting RBI's all we can is hope they don't strikeout. We have a glimmer of hope with Lewis now,
  15. MABB1959
    I think he could greatly improved with a good leader or mentor but we are missing that too,
  16. MABB1959
    Nelson Cruz
  17. MABB1959
    Both Kirilloff and Lewis and other "newcomers" need a good mentor too. Cruz was a great mentor for Buxton and it showed then and is showing now without a true mentor or leader at all
  18. MABB1959
    Looks like the Giants and Mets knew CC is hurt much more than the Twins did. They got so caught up in getting him signed that they obviously missed something. I agree Buxton is as good as he will ever get. Not sure if he would consider medically retiring or how that would work. He needs to seriously take his long term health into consideration. All the money in the world is not worth the long term affects of playing injured, especially if he is doing long term injuries to his back.
  19. MABB1959
    I actually got to watch a live game and one thing I think I noticed is they have trouble with battling pitches. There is a baseball term for this but the at bats are quick and they can’t work a count to force the opposing pitcher to throw many more pitches. I hop that makes sense and remember I don’t get to watch many games thanks to Bally. Any updates on Bally’s nd the Twins?
  20. MABB1959
    Given the talent on the Braves team I am not that disappointed. One thing that should stand out to the Twins players is how Atlanta is as a group and having fun. It also points out how contagious hitting can be. We just do not have the players to get a rally going or they are not at an appropriate place in the line-up. They must be so deflated with no leadership to pull them up. We hear about players that are signed partially for their leadership and mentoring. I think we should have kept several players that may not be the best but are great at keeping the team at least alive looking. Arraez, Rosario, Sano, the Turtle and Escobar did have that love of the game that trickled down to others and entertained the fans. Win or lose fans like to see a team like Atlanta even if they don't win.
  21. MABB1959
    You do not need to be so condescending by starting off assuming I do not realize! I do realize that and it is exactly why I think he is really not going to get much better. I have many years of parenting a high level competitive gymnast. She has had knee issues that led to her hip getting out of alignment because she was over compensating. Luckily so far her back has not been injured. Once the back injuries flare up it is an area for concern, Many gymnast are forced to retired because of back injuries that can lead to a lifetime of pain. I do know that his ailments appear to be getting worse. Having back spasms just by swinging a bat or running is a big deal. Just saying after all these years he is not getting better and seems worse this year than any other.
  22. MABB1959
    I watched the game and watching Alcuna made me think of and really miss the old Buxton. The excitement of seeing Rosario and the 3 outfielders jumpin up after a win. Our guys have almost 0 excitement or passion for the game. So very sad!
  23. MABB1959
    He is the only writer looking at the flaws in this team. While he can come off like an ass, he isn't that far off.
  24. MABB1959
    They have mentioned hip, knees and then he goes out with back spasms. Not sure he can ever recover.
  25. MABB1959
    After watching Buxton's back spasm at bat I really don't see him getting better. He has knee, hip and back issues. Back issues are tough and many would be forced to medically retire or live the rest of their lives in severe pain. He most likely has enough money to last a lifetime, Not sure more would be worth it later in life he can barely get out of bed.
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