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  1. chinmusic
    Thanks for this article. So passionate. I'm no economist, and I don't pretend to understand all the implications, and truth be told, don't really care. It almost seems that the main reason we are where we are has been forgotten. There 's still a deadly virus out there. So let's say there's agreement on an 80 game schedule. The season starts, and a single player tests positive. Then what? Because realistically, it is almost impossible for that NOT to happen. So if 2020 is ultimately cancelled, it should be for that reason.
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    That was a fun read, Patrick. I think Byron has a young son named Brixton. How about a followup history on that name? I'm thinking it'll be even briefer....
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    Agreed. This looking back series is very enjoyable. It's amazing how much you (or me, at least) forget! Also, how fleeting or precarious a player's trajectory can be.
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    Wishfully thinking and hoping for overs on Buxton, Cruz and Garver. If Arraez bats .315, I'll be more than pleased. I'll take the under. You can't assume a Cy Young for anyone, including Gerrit Cole, so that's an under. How about an 0.5 for Sano winning one (or both) of the following: MVP/HR leader. I'll get the ball rolling on that one with an over!
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    Are there enough Canadians to do a provincial breakdown. I'm looking at you, Justin Morneau! Too bad Larry Walker never played for the Twins...
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    Cool and inventive post. thanks for that! If using "relevance" specifically, I'd say Mudcat Grant got somewhat ripped off. In 1965, he went 21-7, and pitched 2 complete game victories in the World Series, which the Dodgers won in 7. Even hit a 3 run bomba in game 6. I could barely remember Doug Corbett. To be fair, he was a reliever, and made the all star team in one of his 3 twins seasons. However WAR or no WAR, Grant has way more relevance in Twins history.
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    Well, that was fun!
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    Also remember Scott Diamond for being Canadian. He's from Guelph, Ontario, about 100 km (62 miles) west of Toronto.
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    The only thing I can watch as a diversion right now is game 163, 2009. Remarkable, I think even more than game 7, 1991. (but that's just me} I never thought I'd utter or write these words, but at this point, I hope the season is cancelled in full. Whether I hope it or not, it's becoming clearer by the day that will be the case. We'll remember 2020 as the season that wasn't, and start fresh in 2021. It'll be amazing! Stay home and stay well everyone.
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    Uplifting. I needed that. As an aside, regarding the final season of David Ortiz. When he was putting up those insane numbers, I thought, nah, this is too good to be true. I smell a rat. (steroid era suspect) As far as I know, no rodent was uncovered, which is great. I love Big Papi, both the player and larger than life persona. Anyway, back to Nelson Cruz. His 2019 season was truly awesome, and I'd like to believe he was clean, and can continue his Ortizian productivity. Apropos of nothing in particular,Tom Hanks said "there's no cryin' in baseball" , but there sure is cheatin'.
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    Actually, Adrianza hit 5 home runs in 2019.
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    Thanks for the informative article. Biggest factor here is time, to determine whether or not to pursue Berrios long term. And time is on their side (apologies to the Stones) There's no hurry. Wait and see how things develop with his velocity. The outcome might well impact his views on a Twins extension, too.
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    David HK Great comments! "It's not who I am" , pet peeve of mine as well. Used so often, both in and out of baseball. Within the sport, two that come to mind are Kevin Pillar and Josh Hader, both for homophobic slurs. Guys, it came out of your mouth, therefore I'd say that it IS who you are. As for the Astros, after the ultra creepy Taubman affair, followed by what we know (so far) about the cheating scandal, and all its implications, I thought , man this team doesn't have a soul. I was one-upped by a sports journalist who referred to the Houston Astros as an absolute cesspool. Then there's owner Jim Crane. What a piece of work! My sympathies to fans of this team. Your loyalty is being harshly tested. In closing, I'd like to say just one more thing.... GO TWINS!
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    I think the trade is fine, regardless. Especially if a big chunk of the $10 mil goes directly to Maeda for reaching as many of the incentive bonuses in his contract as he can!
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    It's the Brusdar Graterol question no more....(other than tracking his performance with the Red Sox) The Twins have taken a definitive stance. They're going for it! I guess when you win 101 games, you're sending a message to ownership. It shall be a very intriguing 2020.
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    You are not alone!
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    Nice article, thanks. I get the sense that unless the Twins land another starter before opening day, they'll use some variation of the "opener" strategy. Perhaps Romero could be effective in that role, throwing as hard as he does. Granted, it's a big perhaps, but they are going to have to get creative and take risks, given the current status of the rotation.
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    As a Canadian, just want to say it is awesome that Walker got in! Only the second Canadian born player after the great Fergie Jenkins. We are not only about hockey and the Raptors. This really instills national pride. Very cool.
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    So many favourable optics and therefore reasons to look forward to the coming season. Even the uncertainty of the starting rotation before the return of Pineda and Hill lends an air of intrigue. It'll be fun to watch that situation unfold. The remainder of the off season may yet have some surprises, too. As far as Donaldson, 10 of the Twins first 19 games this season will be versus the A's and Jays, his two former AL teams, which is amazing. Somehow, though, I doubt that he'll need the added incentive.
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    I thought of that too, but really, what are you gonna do? You can run wild with suppositions, or just let it go.
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