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  1. weitz41
    So was Wander Franco.
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    Well, we can keep at this for a while, but I will concede the Trout point. Because Trout will be in the HoF, Cutch probably not. I still don't buy the stadium argument. that makes the Brewers stadium or say the Reds stadium ...make those teams or players relevant. It's the guys swinging the bat or throwing the pitches that due that. Relevance is a state of mind or say a feeling at particular point in time. I return to what I said about the negativity at the current point in time for the Twins. Exhale, hope for a brighter future. All 30 teams are relevant. The twins are not # 30 out of 30
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    If the stadium makes a team's relevant. The Pirates have one of the nicest stadiums in MLB. But when have they been relevant recently? Target field is a great stadium for that matter. I get the Mike Trout spot, as an MVP candidate sure they're relevant. Now? Pittsburg has Andew Mccutchen. That could be Trout in a year or two. I don't think cheapness should be a qualifier for being relevant. We're on the downside of a winning window. I get the negativity. Being relevant as a team with a budget that they HAVE to stick to means 2-3 year of bad to really bad (maybe more) and 2-3 years of excitement. The waves come in and the waves go out...When we win it's something special. When the Dodgers (Pick a high $ team) it's a wow big surprise their...season...
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    The Rockies called and said they AREN'T giving up their bragging right that easily. Seems a bit far to me. We're not even two seasons removed from a playoff series win. You could probably replace the Rockies with Nationals, Angels, White Sox and Marlins. Plus a few others. Besides there's no Dodgers, Padres or Giant in our division. So being even mildly relevant is was easier for the Twins.
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    Just guessing here... but I'd say the shoulder injury took away some bat speed that has not returned. Possibly effecting his hit tool as well. The difference between success and failure is so small in baseball that may be all it takes to tank a promising young player.
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    I'd like to see more power but at 20 in AAA, he's in that upper echelon of prospects that look like no doubters for at least all-star by age 23-24. The power will show up in the next year or two. So, I'd say yeah, he's done enough.
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    Sign him (Jenkins) to a Chourio type deal? 60/40 or better it works out in the Twins favor. If he was hitting a decent amount of home runs. I'd say way way higher. I'd personally want to wait till I've seen a fair amount of AAA play before I go there. Probably just as if not more importantly is who of the current roster can help with that window? I think, and I may be wrong, the Brewers had a team heading the right direction at the time of Chourio extension. The Twins are more of a yet to be decided type of place..
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    This team has made the playoffs once with Ryan, Lopez, Correa and company. At some point doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results has to end. The offence has been the issue the last two seasons. I don't expect it to all the sudden be a top 10 offence. So, I expect one or both of them to be traded. This offseason is probably the best time to maximize the return. If that does happen, reinvesting that money into extensions may be the best way to bridge the team to the 2027 or 2028 season when this wave of young pitchers should be hitting their stride. Plus, guys like Culpepper, Jenkins, Gabby and a few others should be getting comfy in the Bigs. Not thrilled with this outcome but seems the most likely under current FO and owners...
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    Perfect! From random guy who finally got service at 5 lakes resort! But took two steps to the left and....
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    I expect more trades this offseason. Yes, I expect payroll to drop in that 30-mil range. If your forward thinking and planning on a 2027 lockout you part with your guys that won't be here in 2028. You should be able to rebuild the BP and starting rotation by then with mostly homegrown players. Most of the guys they traded for are AA or higher so 1-2 seasons away. This offseason you try to extend Ryan or Ober. Trade Lopez, one of Ryan/Ober, Larnach, probably Wallner and maybe even Lewis. Set to simmer and hope 50% of the guys drafted and traded for work out. 2028 the window cracks open. Something I've been wondering about. Recent drafts seem to have the team focusing on hit tool and fielding in the 1st 3-4 rounds. Falvey was focused on power in his 1st few drafts. MAYBE this is more of a philosophy change. MAYBE this is more of a switch from plodding sluggers to athletes. Going from Bomba squad to idk..big red machine?
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    I like your optimism...But...I don't think the goal is to compete in 2026. 2027 ok I'm onboard with that. BUT again...Will there be a lock out? Will the Pohlad actually reinvest in the payroll? I expect at least one of Lopez/Ryan to be traded along with 1 or both of Wallner/Larnach. By the end of 2027 most of them will be free agents.
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    Well....all that's left for the Pohlad's to do is swing by my place and run over my dog...(It's called satire) Then their mission for 2025 will be complete...
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    Based on 2023? Miranda: 40G .211/.263/303 Julien: 109G .263/.381/.459 (check his splits, Platoon player) Lewis: 58G .309/.372/.548 Hands down Royce. One of the things Falvey mentioned is they want to get more athletic. I expect one or both of Larnach/Wallner to get traded this offseason. The acquired LH outfielders make more sense if you're moving one or both of them. Wait need to add...Except Outman..Head scratcher...
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    Not really much different than giving someone an extension based on 47 games (Anthony) Say 2023 stats. (58 games) 308 avg, 372 OBP, 548 SLUG. Yes, I know this season's stats. The 2023 player is still there. If I'm extending someone based on talent, he the only potential star position player besides Buxton.
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    Keep in mind Boston can afford to extend young guys and be wrong. Not every extension is a Ronald Acuna. Lewis with a Buxton type of contract would make a lot of sense to me. But again, Boras is his agent...so... Keushall would be my 1st choice though.
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    My money is on Culpepper soon and for a long run. Hoping for a Twins Bo Bichette. Houston's bat will determine if he can surpass Culpepper. I like Lee but not sure he stays at SS long term.
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    It's early yet but like what I've seen. Actually, look like they're having fun instead of standing at the time clock. No P.... words
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    I've gotten comfortable with Clemens as our 1st baseman going forward. A RH platoon bat would make some sense, but they'd need to be able to play elsewhere as well. That kinda rules out Sabato and IDK who on the farm fits that description. I really don't think the Twins missed out on Walker. The Astros seem to be making a habit of killing 1b careers.
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    I think you may be implying something... You must have missed the sky is falling post
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    Just a random thought about Thursday's fire sale...What if, on top of ownership (present or future) wanting a reduced payroll, Falvey factors in the likely work stoppage/lockout after the 2026 season? This trade deadline and this offseason would be the best time to set a team up for after that lock out. Not trying to give any cover what-so-ever. BUT if that were true you certainly wouldn't want to advertise it before you traded away your other big pieces. I know, I KNOW. No, I'm not interested in buying that bridge your selling. Just a random thought...
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    Under current circumstances a little upbeat minor league report is needed. Thanks Seth.
  22. weitz41
    Disappointing day yesterday. But from the "right sizing payroll" comment this was bound to happen if the sale of the team didn't happen quickly. If I put on my rose-colored glasses the starting pitching actually improved, offense is about the same and of course the BP is a wasteland. Who need a BP when you're going to score 2 runs a game. Bring up K. Culpepper (from AA), Martin, Julien, Maybe Eeles and activate Keashall, Morris, Raya, Lewis, Priellip and Urena for the BP. Roll with it. Don't have the exact number their short on players..;p
  23. weitz41
    WOW!!! Falvey must have stopped and filled a couple gas cans on his way to work this morning. Burning down the BP and the SS as well...
  24. weitz41
    A bit light IMO...A likely starter and may free the FO up to move Ryan. I like the catcher and think Adel will be a solid starter, Just not the excitement of Duran coming out the the BP..
  25. weitz41
    Great point. VERY hard or argue with. My only defense is I'll take Kyle Schwarber as a Twin over idk... Anthony Volpe. 10 time out of 10. But I am cherry picking there.
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