Riverbrian

That... Along with really long toe nails.

The (5-wins-in-a-row) Twins got a day off to get ready for a 4-game series against the Angels. That series starts tonight in Southern California. Every year, I rarely waste an opportunity to complain about games on the West Coast and this year will be no different. I fully understand the concept of time zones. They have something to do with the sun and Californians demanding more sunlight so the earth stops for a while every day to feed them more sun while the rest of the world contributes even more to Californians by going to the movie theater in total darkness just to stay warm and because they have nothing better to do. So, obviously I have a firm grasp on the concept of time zones. Regardless of my understanding, it doesn’t mean I have to like it. Three games will start at 9:07PM central time; that means that I will be sleeping by the time Tim Laudner arrives in the Fox Sports North parking lot to prep for the upcoming broadcast. It might be easier to just rest up for the Mother’s Day Classic on Sunday: Romero vs. Ohtani. Here are some things to think about: 1. Top Non-Trump News Story (Or Stories): Tourists in Australia are being warned by the “Australian Department of Tourist Warnings” (or the A.D.T.W. for short) to not feed the wildlife after a series of attacks on people by wild kangaroos who have developed a taste for McDonald's French fries and corn chips. It’s easy to understand the temptation of experiencing hand feeding a Kangaroo a French fry, however, once the kangaroos start relating people to food and lose that natural respect or fear of humans, they can become aggressive if they are fed something healthy like broccoli or carrots. 2. Our Twins: There were many of us who were hoping for a mere split with the Cardinals and now they don’t know what to do with the extra win. Just ask for a doggie bag and take it home with you so you can save it for later. About 30 seconds in the microwave and it’s good to go. 3. The Angels: The Angels have some obvious big name talent. We all know about Trout, Pujols and Upton because we have been watching them for years. However, we all know that this year somebody special came to town, ignited the fan base and stole the spot light from all the legends that dot the Angels' roster. Baseball fans across America spent the off season hoping and praying that he would choose their team but, in the end, he came in with his own set of rules and he selected the Angels to display his multi-positional talents. Yeah… Zack Cozart is now an Angel and we must contend with that. 4. Today’s Joe M Conversation: McCarthy: Just had my yearly physical and my blood sugar was a little high. Maddon: Yeah… we Americans… we have to watch that. Morgan: You had labs? McCarthy: Sure, right away in the morning. Had to skip breakfast and everything. Morgan: You’re a ghost… I can poke my finger right through you… watch… see how my hand goes right out the other side. How did they get a sample? McCarthy: Stop that… it tickles. Montana: What did the Doctor tell you? McCarthy: No more bread, pasta, cereals. I eat that stuff every single day. I might as well just hit the reset button on what I eat. Morgan: Do you even have blood? Mauer: Yeah, carbs turn to sugars. That’s why you can’t have it anymore. McCarthy: I’ll be OK… I can give up the bread and the pasta as long as I can keep my Kit Kats and Mountain Dew. 5. Big Week: Here is my schedule this week: Wednesday – wife’s birthday; Thursday – dad’s birthday; Friday – son’s hooding ceremony; Saturday – son’s graduation; Sunday – Mother’s Day. I have no earthly idea how I’m going to keep the attention where it belongs… on me? ____________________ Lineups: TWINS 1. Joe Mauer (L) 1B 2. Brian Dozier (R ) 2B 3. Max Kepler (L) RF 4. Eduardo Escobar (S) 3B 5. Eddie Rosario (L) LF 6. Logan Morrison (L) DH 7. Mitch Garver (R ) C 8. Ehire Adrianza (S) SS 9. Byron Buxton (R ) CF Jose Berrios (R ) P ANGELS 1. Zack Cozart (R ) 3B 2. Mike Trout (R ) CF 3. Justin Upton (R ) LF 4. Albert Pujols (R ) 1B 5. Shohei Ohtani (L) DH 6. Andrelton Simmons (R ) SS 7. Ian Kinsler (R ) 2B 8. Kole Calhoun (L) RF 9. Martin Maldonado (R ) C Garrett Richards (R ) P Gametime forecast: It's California. It'll be fine. (Clear, sunny until nightfall, 67 deg F, winds from the S at 9mph) Click here to view the article

I avoid calling pitchers a one or a two, three, four or whatever. I only care if they can hang a zero on occasion. I'll let others put them in these neat little categories. But... that was ACE stuff last night. I realize that two games is too soon to make any determinations but on pure stuff... that was ACE stuff.

Along with the bacon. It's actually in the recipe.

Go ahead and make it anyway. I'll come to visit and have your portion. I'll bring popcorn or something so you don't go hungry.

I always do serious but you gotta go with what you feel.

That's a good wrap up... Forward this to Tom Froemming so he can relax a little tonight.

I'd like to add this before he gets the final out (which might take awhile). I have seen absolutely nothing wrong with Magill in his short time with us.

Ninja'd me

I'd go along with that... For sure one of the top 14 wins of the year.

I've been recruiting him into service.

Yeah All we need is 7 Billion people who are just like me.

Yeah... That's would be accurate.

OK... This is the post of the night leader.

Yeah Here's a few that are faster with no research and off the top of my head. Me Byron Buxton Spider-Man Barack Obama Billy Hamilton David Letterman This guy I know named Steve from Bismarck Glunn Jake Odorizzi Adam Thielen

OK But if you silence me... A thousand more will rise up to take my place!

GLORM!!! How does a beer sound? Now you type: "I don't know... I usually finish them before they can get a word in".

But... It seems to be working.

I would never compare players until I actually see them myself. I like forming my own opinions. I'm just saying... how good are the players ranked above him? If the guy I'm watching is only ranked 47 by Law or 66 by MLB.com. If there are 65 better prospects than Romero. Sell the Vets NOW!!!

Keep it up Hildy!

I'd be willing to bet that Romero was originally called up with the intention of getting a taste of the big leagues until May and Santana return. However... there is no way you send what we are seeing down.

I'll be looking forward to that one. However... right now... if forced to choose... I'd have to give the edge to Ohtani at the plate.

In all seriousness... Here's the thing that I don't get. This is my first time watching Romero pitch other than the one inning I saw in his last start. I realize some days you are on and some days you are off but regardless... he clearly has elite stuff. How in the World does Keith Law have him only ranked 47? Or how good are the guys who are ranked above him? Or how are any guys at all ranked above him? This is why I don't always read Keith Law or the others to form my opinions.