bigd1123

Great post. As much a I think the Twins are doing a good job handling these young prospects, I can't help but be encouraged by the fire these kids have. The Twins best team in recent memory was when they lost to the Angels in the ALCS. There were players on that team (Meintkewicsz, Pierzinski, Hunter) that showed the same qualities. They didn't take any s*** from the other team and were quick to talk trash if something needed to be said. They excelled as much because of that ultra competitiveness as they did their talent. Since those players departed, we've had more talented teams and more talented players play like scared girls in New York, Boston, and the playoffs. These kids need to be respectful to the game and their managers, but its the first time in a long time I've seen anyone in the organization that may have that extra something to take the team where we all want to see it go.

At least he got 1 out before giving up a grand slam. Get Duensing ready.

There really wouldn't be any question about Revere replacing Willingham. Willingham is a professional hitter and Revere is not good at all. Willingham is this team's best all around left fielder, and it's not close. Not sure what the hell Gardy is thinking.

Valenica looks like he needs a night off.

The way things look right now, Swarzak will probably start the season in the rotation in place of either Baker or Marquis. It's hard to see any way both of those guys will be ready with the way spring has gone for them.

Offensively I like the thought of Parmelee over Revere, but an outfield of Willingham, Span, and Parmelee would be TERRIBLE defensively. I thought it was evident a week ago that Revere had played himself out of favor with the people in charge. They said going in they wanted him to work on his bunting this spring and he hasn't tried all that much.

Wow! I actually got a little misty eyed there.