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  1. Battle ur tail off
    Sure, they have a type. Players that the rest of the league has figured out aren't worth trading for because of their injury histories. I wish they would quit trying to think they have outsmarted or cornered the market with this type of risky player. Overall, I like the way this FO manages the roster though. It seems as if they are aggressive which I like, and aren't completely afraid to spend money. As for their "philosophy" or whatever you want to call it with the handling of a pitching staff, manager using spreadsheets instead of brain, constructing a lineup full of guys that don't get on base or have high contact rates isn't fun to watch. PS Firing Rocco and hiring a new manager that is keen to analytics but does still use his gut/feel for the game and letting him do his thing without FO interference wins this teams 5-7 more games per year easy. PSS They got hosed for Aarez. Might not even matter how good Lopez ends up being they may have traded Rod Carew in his prime.
  2. Battle ur tail off
    I think if the game is 1-0, 2-0 something like that, he might have. I can't stand generally how Rocco manages a pitching staff, but I don't have any problem with him pulling Varland and resting him some/getting guys innings in a blowout.
  3. Battle ur tail off
    2 of them.
  4. Battle ur tail off
    Do not under any circumstances extend him. It was his shoulder first when we traded for him. Now it is his elbow. If I am the GM, I cut my losses and move on.
  5. Battle ur tail off
    He is the twins best overall hitter IMO. Takes great at bats, can hit from both sides, has enough power, doesn't strike out much and walks a fair amount as well. A season like 2021 from him and healthy and we will go far. Even something in between what he was last year and 2021 and he will be a huge asset to the lineup.
  6. Battle ur tail off
    Here is the thing. So far against good teams, they have won series. Last year they seemed overmatched against these teams. And the pitching has surely been the difference this year. Beating Houston in a series and taking the season series from the Yankees is a good start to the year.
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    I'm fine with him going to AAA for a bit. It will not be long until Kiriloff injures his wrist anyway IMO. They are basically the same player, ride the hot one and move back and forth as needed.
  8. Battle ur tail off
    Yes, how can you not have Frankie V as a core player. He was flat out amazing in 87 and 88. He also added Tapani and Aguilera who were vital to the run in 91.
  9. Battle ur tail off
    Any dummy can play first base though if they can hit. I know, I know. But I would rather have my worst infielder there than at 3B.
  10. Battle ur tail off
    His best position was always going to be 1st or DH. He isn't a butcher in the field, but I would feel much better watching Royce Lewis over there. His bat so far has been his problem more than his fielding IMO. He hasn't hit for much power, and to me it seems like he is chasing a bit much and ends up getting himself into unfavorable counts leading to the lack of power.
  11. Battle ur tail off
    Both have looked fantastic so far. Gallo has massive power and a good eye at the plate. Vasquez has been excellent behind that plate and has hit very well for a catcher also.
  12. Battle ur tail off
    He's been a stud so far for the most part. Gets lots of chases just off the outside corner on that slider or curve or whatever it is hes throw what seems to be 50% of the time. I think he is finally fully healthy and that is why we are seeing him able to go longer into games. His command is MUCH better than it was last year - so far.
  13. Battle ur tail off
    Great game. That was 10 years of Yankee frustration coming out in that first inning. Their pitcher was leaving EVERYTHING up and over the middle it was batting practice, fun to see. Ryan was great. The whole rotation has been excellent. Hope they can keep this up the whole year. Once these injuries heal up and we get some guys back, we could be dangerous.
  14. Battle ur tail off
    He did the same last year, started slow then was red hot towards the end. As stated earlier, injury would be the only concern. Hope he gets back and starts producing soon. Either way, he plays a great SS and that is important for winning teams.
  15. Battle ur tail off
    It's supposed to be pretty nice, I bet they will be wearing T-shirts.😁
  16. Battle ur tail off
    Agree, but isn't this what everyone wanted? Pitching? You win or lose as your pitching goes. That said you have guys underperforming thus far, a few guys hurt and I don't think it's fair to say that they won't be able to outscore people, it is simply too early to tell IMO.
  17. Battle ur tail off
    They will come around IMO. One thing though, Correa started slow last year too before turning on at the end. Hope it doesn't take half a season for our #2 hitter to get going.
  18. Battle ur tail off
    I would say you are right and it goes back to injuries. Get Polanco, Kiriloff and Lewis back and we will see if it looks any better though.
  19. Battle ur tail off
    I don't think we see him in CF at minimum until the weather turns nice. After that, I would say they play him there a time a week or so. Down the stretch if it is a close race maybe they put him out there more. But I would not be one bit surprised to find him be the DH ALL YEAR LONG either. Guessing the front office thinks if they can get 135-140 games of Buxton as the DH with close to his defensive production out of Taylor, then it is probably better than getting 90 games out of him or not having him for a hopeful playoff series.
  20. Battle ur tail off
    Neither of them profile as all-stars though. And what we had in front of them were athletes that play premium defensive positions and are top of the line athletes. They weren't playing here and will be most likely bit players or major league average type guys. Fine players, but are you playing them over guys like Lewis, Julien, Lee, Miranda, Martin etc? Because that is who are/were blocking them. I am fine if the Twins trade these types of prospects every year for mid rotation pitching or stud relievers. Keep your up the middle athletes and use the rest to bring back whatever it is your team or organization is missing.
  21. Battle ur tail off
    I was fine with him having the day off. But in a one run game, to not give him an at bat in the last couple innings was mind boggling IMO.
  22. Battle ur tail off
    Yes, but think of it this way. They have also given up 2 runs in like 22 or so IP from their starters. They have, dare I say been dominant so far. Today will be tough against their stud and probably our worst starter. We will see what happens.
  23. Battle ur tail off
    He looks awesome. It would be a huge development and something I don't think a ton of people saw coming if he can continue this type of hitting. Like anyone, staying healthy is going to be key, but having a middle of the order hitter out of a guy most saw as a likely part-ish time player batting towards the bottom would be a real net positive for the lineup.
  24. Battle ur tail off
    The guy will probably be hit and miss. This weekend he was hit. All or nothing. Royals are terrible though, so we will see.
  25. Battle ur tail off
    Forget Kiriloff. Honestly, his career is over and it's a pipe dream that he ever comes back and plays many games. The wrist is gone.
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