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  1. GNess
    Not sure why folks are complaining about a surplus of talent. Isn't that what the best teams in MLB routinely have?
  2. GNess
    The Twins are much better on January 10th than they were on January 9th.
  3. GNess
    This kid still has a good chance to be a very good MLB player.
  4. GNess
    Excellent article. However, the financial structure of MLB is completely broken as it does not create an even quasi-level playing field. How are the mid and small market teams supposed to compete when the Big Dogs get to acquire the very best players consistently? So it becomes a "good thing" when the Twins don't resign an. elite player? But it's a move that will give the Giants a much better team for the next 5 years+ since they were able to afford to sign an elite player...
  5. GNess
    It is wearisome that the Twins can't (means won't) compete in the MLB FA marketplace. Seems that every team with realistic World Series aspirations adds a big FA at least once or twice every few years. The Twins need a new way of looking at success and the pursuit thereof - it's broke and needs to be fixed.
  6. GNess
    This is a good signing. CV is a well-rounded and proven MLB catcher.
  7. GNess
    The argument shouldn't be should the Twins trade Polanco. It should be what value can they get for him? I am a big fan of Polanco, enjoy watching him play, but if the Twins can clearly improve their MLB team and chances of stronger contention by trading Polanco of course they should trade him.
  8. GNess
    How many teams actually win the world series with a generally fiscally-conservative, don't take risks approach? For a sample, take the last ten seasons - really only the Royals in that span could be described in that manner. Champions are bold and take calculated risks. Yes, a long term deal such as this is taking a chance. At least, it's taking a chance on a proven MLB elite-level SS and leader. Risk avoidance is another term for also-ran in sports. Fortune favors the bold....
  9. GNess
    I like both moves which basically resulted in two like for like players. Although, I suspect Farmer is a better SS option than Urshela. (Who was a good player for the Twins at 3B.) Also there is a cost component as Farmer makes less than Urshela wold have as I understand things. That's not a happy accident by the FO - that is purposeful. Twins are active already....good sign.
  10. GNess
    Murphy played 116 games at catcher and had over 600 total plate appearances this season. He should be a trade target - he is an elite player at his position.
  11. GNess
    Agree Contreras would be a splash. However, as Twins' fans we are conditioned to sift through the "maybe he won't cost too much" pile when thinking about potential Twins in the off season.
  12. GNess
    There are a lot of semantics in this discussion. about what constitutes an Ace? To me, its a more simple issue - good pitching is a common thread amongst most serious contenders. Good pitching means consistent solid performances above league-average that can be counted upon by the club for long stretches of the season. The Twins need as many good pitchers as they can get. If the Twins can put five good pitchers in the starting rotation they'll be headed in the right direction. (Assuming the BP is competent...)
  13. GNess
    Trades (Conducted through Baseball Trade Values Murphy, Puk for Celestino, Larnach, Winder Lopez for Polanco, Ober Kept Correa Free Agents: Pinder, Givens Lewis to join as UTL when healthy.. C: Sean Murphy ($3.30M) 1B: Alex Kirilloff ($0.70M) 2B: Luis Arraez ($4.50M) 3B: Gio Urshela ($9.00M) SS: Carlos Correa ($30.00M) LF: Austin Martin ($0.70M) CF: Byron Buxton ($15.00M) RF: Max Kepler ($8.50M) DH: Jose Miranda ($0.70M) 4th OF: Chad Pinder ($2.75M) Utility: Royce Lewis ($0.70M) Utility: Nick Gordon ($0.70M) Backup C: Ryan Jeffers ($0.70M) SP1: Sonny Gray ($12.00M) SP2: Tyler Mahle ($8.00M) SP3: Pablo Lopez ($6.60M) SP4: Joe Ryan ($0.70M) SP5: Kenta Maeda ($9.00M) RP: Jhoan Duran ($0.70M) RP: Jorge Lopez ($3.00M) RP: Griffin Jax ($0.70M) RP: Jorge Alcala ($1.00M) RP: Caleb Thielbar ($2.00M) RP: Mychal Givens ($3.00M) RP: AJ Puk ($0.70M) RP: Joavni Moran ($0.70M) Payroll is 10.46% under budget
  14. GNess
    Enjoyed the thoughtful responses on both sides of the Duran as a SP question.
  15. GNess
    Duran was most impactful rookie, but Ryan and Miranda showed true quality too. Why is Duran not being considered as a potential SP next season? He would have a chance to be even more impactful. Note the impact of strong SP on the first round of the playoffs.
  16. GNess
    Arraez can rake, there is no doubting it. He has the batting title to prove it.
  17. GNess
    Celestino has played a lot as a 4th OF type. Martin is likely a big upgrade over Celestino at minimum.
  18. GNess
    I won't comment on the FO decision-making process, their collective expertise or such as I am not aware of their deliberations, and I don't have any real inside information. However, their results are fair game and to be honest the results are mixed and mediocre overall. Not sure if that demands an immediate changing of the FO and Rocco, but it is cause for a complete examination on behalf of ownership as to the direction the FO and Rocco have taken the Twins.
  19. GNess
    The see-saw season continues. Gutsy win.
  20. GNess
    Yes, the season is teetering now given the lack of offense the past few weeks. But the team shouldn't cash it in - they remain within striking distance of the post season despite their obvious struggles. Let the season play out, let's see if the Twins can put up a fight in tough, but doable circumstances. There are a good number of young and/or future core players who could use the experience of being in contention. (MIranda, Arraez, Gordon, Duran, Ryan, Lopez etc.) There remains those games in September vs Cleveland too...
  21. GNess
    Nice info on a vital member of the Twins and as others have said a Joy to watch.
  22. GNess
    Gray is unhappy with being pulled early because he is a competitor. Better expressed behind closed doors, but I get his discontent.
  23. GNess
    Tough road trip. This home stand with 7 vs KC and Texas may provide an opportunity to regroup. But if not now - when?
  24. GNess
    86-76. Finish 2 ahead of Cleveland and 3 ahead of the Sox. Win at least one playoff game.
  25. GNess
    As a long time fan (I started rooting for the Twins in the Killebrew-Oliva era) I appreciate being in any pennant chase. It's not like it's been a regular thing over these many decades. I am watching intently, hoping for the best in chasing a spot in the postseason! BTW - Nice article.
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