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  1. GNess
    Paddack may prove to a super solid mid-rotation starter. He has been putting together some real quality starts.
  2. GNess
    Agreed: SWR was dominant. That plus Correa's performance stand out the most to me. Julien and Kirilloff's recent struggles are worth noting I suppose, but hardly that concerning overall. Players sometimes slump - it happens to every player. Both have produced enough in their short careers to likely be on course to be solid-good MLB hitters.
  3. GNess
    Correa is one of the elite players in MLB. Enjoying watching him compete.
  4. GNess
    Pitching + Defense is a way to win too. Scoring runs like the Twins were the past week, while fun to watch just isn't sustainable over the long haul. Need to win a lot 3-2 type games to be a real contender typically.
  5. GNess
    Lopez is outstanding, but his "blow up" innings remind me of Berrios with the Twins who had some similar issues for a time.
  6. GNess
    I appreciate the argument of a RP being available 3x a week vs 1x a week as a SP. However, the massive pay disparity favoring SP undercuts the point. MLB Execs obviously value SP way more than RP as clearly evidenced by who gets paid the most.
  7. GNess
    One bright spot - SWR doesn't look rattled or overwhelmed by the level. (Yes, it's only been two starts, but he seems to look poised and up for the challenge.)
  8. GNess
    The Chisox are clearly the worst team in MLB right now. But the Twins trying tø shake off a case of April fogginess need some W's to get right regardless of the suckitude of the opponent.
  9. GNess
    Nothing seems to come easy so far, but this team needed one today. I like how Martin is playing.
  10. GNess
    Perspective: Yes, the Twins start is rather disappointing given the expectations for this team. But less than 10% of the season has taken place, Three every day position players (Correa, Lewis, Kepler) have missed big chunks of the schedule to date. Giving up on the team on April 16 is premature to say the least...
  11. GNess
    I have a hard time seeing the Twins trading Lee or Lewis in a package for Luzardo. Lee and Lewis are core type players.
  12. GNess
    It seems to me if the Twins had a young starting pitcher they deemed ready to handle a rotation spot that pitcher would be in the Twins' rotation now and Varland would be in the bullpen or in St Paul because Varland's "readiness" is far from certain. Now having said that at least there is a strength in numbers effect with the handful of reasonably speculative prospects, including Varland, who might well prove to be effective SP for the Twins, discerning which one or two is up the FO.
  13. GNess
    Rough start on the injury front in losing a core player like Lewis. No word yet on the seriousness of it. Let's hope for the best and enjoy Lee's promotion if Lewis is out for some time.
  14. GNess
    Lee also showed a major improvement in results from last spring. He is going to be a good one - a position will work out for him. His talent and performance will demand it.
  15. GNess
    Much anticipated Pitching Pipeline may well be rounding into shape. Performance matters though and these prospects need to get it done at their respective levels.
  16. GNess
    He is an intriguing prospect. Severino pounds the ball and strikes out a lot. I understand that annoys many on TD, but doesn't seem to bother the Twins' front office much. I suspect if Severino is hitting at St Paul he will definitely get some time with the Twins.
  17. GNess
    Good move. Margot is a solid MLB, proven OF and a reasonably good hitter. Miller is promising, but Twins have a number of SS options ahead of him in the system.
  18. GNess
    Nice article. There really isn't just one formula for postseason success However, I will concede that quality pitching (starters and/or relievers) are likely a key in many scenarios, but not anywhere near a guarantee as noted on this thread the numerous ace pitching staffs that came up short of the World Series title. Since there is only one champion a year it seems that the wisest strategic approach, and I think the one the current front office has basically deployed, is to assemble a core roster, player development program and farm system that can produce .500+ competitive seasons as often as possible. The more you are knocking on the door the more likely you are to have it open for you with the caveat when you believe you have a team that is most likely to have a shot to win it all, you trade off some future assets from the deepest player pool you have to acquire that key piece or two that improves your chances. Does the FO consider this current core group of that more likely variety? If so more moves to come...
  19. GNess
    Signing most 35+ year old players include risk of decline in production, but it certainly isn't a sure thing. Santana brings a good approach at the plate and produced reasonably well last season (2023). He has a decent chance to have a positive impact on the Twins season.
  20. GNess
    Teams have to give something of value to get something of value. Hate to see Polo move on, but I think this is a solid trade. A top 100 prospect in Gonzalez seems especially intriguing. The two MLB level pitchers add to the depth in the rotation and bullpen. Plus, a bonus prospect pitcher with some upside as a throw-in. That's a pretty nice haul for two seasons of Polo..
  21. GNess
    Joe Mauer is well-deserving as First Ballot Hall of Famer and one of the greatest Twins of all-time.
  22. GNess
    The question of payroll is relevant, but it seems to me that the primary motivation for a potential Polanco trade would be the SP the Twins might get in return. (Polanco likely just one of the pieces the Twins would have to give up for a playoff caliber SP.) The Twins would be dealing somewhat from a surplus of quality options at 2B - Julien, Farmer, Lee... Polanco has some trade value for teams looking for a good bat at 2B.
  23. GNess
    Offense is really about scoring runs. It's not about strikeouts, home runs, clutch hitting, two strike approaches etc. The Twins rely on power to get their runs, and it worked reasonably well in 2023. The Twins were in the Top Ten in MLB in runs scored. That is pretty good, and I don't see any reason they can't do just as well or better next season in producing runs.
  24. GNess
    Planning certainly involves optimal outcomes (Buxton plays 80-100 games in CF) and less optimal outcomes. I am sure the FO is looking at creating contingencies on the roster if Buxton can't go. Martin, Castro, a free agent, or trade for a CF - who can function as a 4th OF/Back-Up to a regular like Taylor did last season. Martin seems ready for a role with the Twins. The team did well without BB last season for the most part down the stretch. I remain guardedly optimistic that this new surgical procedure will have a positive effect for BB, and that will have a positive impact on the team's performance.
  25. GNess
    So much is recency bias with these four. I think the Dobnak contract was the least wise of the four. MLB star level players such as Correa warrant high-end contracts. It is noted that the "Pohlad Way" doesn't allow for big spending - well they spent big on Correa and folks complain about that. Have it both ways much?
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