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  1. Han Joelo
    I agree with the sentiment, but I think you've maybe way overestimated the positive outcomes, especially with this draft. I'm grateful Lewis has gotten off to a strong start.
  2. Han Joelo
    Let's see not just what their win-loss is after they run the Gauntlet, but how much fight they put up. If they sell off while in the hunt, that sends a terrible message that could have unforeseen long term repercussions. Remember all the Twins teams that didn't get reinforcements? That being said, I wouldn't trade young talent, and it would be theoretically smart to maximize value on a couple of vets. Tough spot.
  3. Han Joelo
    Fun to see some promotional movement. Romero and Gonsalves both have had clunkers since Jorge's cameo--disappointment, jealousy, keenly perceptive readiness judgement by the FO, or randomchance? I'll take the latter. When will Leach or Enlow pitch? I've noticed Wright and Gore haven't debuted--is this SOP for higher drafted pitchers? Barnes had three or four starts under his belt.
  4. Han Joelo
    I use the same barometer.
  5. Han Joelo
    https://goo.gl/images/qVB9RH
  6. Han Joelo
    Has Wright or McKau even played yet? At any rate, Jay's injury and shelving, which likely would've happened starting or relieving, is another reminder of the volatility of drafting pitchers high.
  7. Han Joelo
    Thanks for pointing out the Polanco play. Impressive. Most impressive. Disappointed to see Busenitz sent down, instead of...
  8. Han Joelo
    So did the Indians. But the the Twins turned right back around and swept them on the road. Or something like that. The Twins aren't on the same level as the Astros, yet, but the Astros aren't some invincible super team.
  9. Han Joelo
    The Twins should trade Billy Bullock for Neshek, and not Wilson Ramos for Hand, whoever that is. I wonder if The Hand uses Game of Thrones for walkup music? If so, I would be inclined to throw in Hu.
  10. Han Joelo
    Run differential in ten worst losses: Twins -96 Royals -79 Indians -60 Range of worst diff Twins 7 to 11 Royals 5 to 11 Indians 4 to 9 Mode Twins 11 (4 times they've lost by this much, plus another time by 10. And twice by 9. When they lose big, they lose really big.) Royals 6 (they've lost by 11 twice, then 9 twice) Indians 4 (out of their ten worst losses, they only lost by 4 three times, 5 once, and 6 twice. And 7 twice. In other words, they keep it close.) What does this mean, no pun intended? Besides the fact it reveals that my statistical analysis skills are roughly on par with the Twins prior to Jack Goins? I don't know, but if I was a Twins pitcher anywhere from Chattanooga to Minneapolis, I wouldn't be signing a long-term lease.
  11. Han Joelo
    I feel like there is a pretty good chance the trio will be heard from again this year. This FO seems to have a clear idea of who the prospects are and who is filler; much better than I. Going back to Rosario's cameo, when, at the time, it was either he or Melotakis, it seems they aren't afraid to get that "first time" out of the way for the real deal guys--and then quickly get them back. For Jorge and Rosario, they can (and have) say they KNOW their stuff will play at the top level, but there is still work to do. Doesn't hurt to test out the prototype. I'll leave it to the scientists to decide when they're ready to pull them out of the lab. What I don't expect is for any of these guys to nail down a big league job right away. Curtiss, on the other hand...I'm hopeful he'll be ready to stick when they call him up.
  12. Han Joelo
    Despite the injuries to Burdi and Jay, there is still legitimate help on the horizon. I'm glad the Twins are still in it.
  13. Han Joelo
    I wonder how much of a ranking jump Rortveldt can make if he keeps hitting like he has for the last month. Great numbers, young for his level, and a catcher.
  14. Han Joelo
    Great recap. I thought something had been up with Duffey, but it seems like I'd see a comment disparaging everyone in the bullpen except Rogers, Kintzler and him. But yeah, hope he gets through this rough patch. Vargas just hasn't been that great. He has his moments, just too few. Garver and Park might be more deserving of the next shot. Dang it, Kennys, you seem like you should be a part of this core; the big, goofy DH. Miguel's bodyguard. Come on dude, you are running out of chances.
  15. Han Joelo
    Great stuff. Thanks for sharing that. While I appreciate stats and whatnot, I think I can relate to Rogers' visualization technique a lot more than things like spin rate.
  16. Han Joelo
    Reading Molitor's comments, they seemed impressed with his composure and whatnot. I think, though, the idea was for Santana and Berrios to show him how it's done. Whoops. Strike one.
  17. Han Joelo
    I was hoping it might be Jorge (or Romero). Funny thing-I bookmarked the Twins affiliates scores page. I checked box scores yesterday and was disappointed Jorge had pitched, even though it was a great line. Eventually I realized I was looking at the June 24 box scores. Anyway, good for him and them. No convoluted plan needed-just use the guy already on the roster.
  18. Han Joelo
    I concur with Mike. Very funny. Gimenez is like a movie character.
  19. Han Joelo
    Great wrap up. Thanks for doing this.
  20. Han Joelo
    Busenitz and The Hildenberger Principle got off to good starts. I feel like the situation is stabilizing. Taken in isolation, what happened to Belisle last night is a normal deal on every team--I know that isn't fair to do, but I think he and Breslow have long leashes. True or not, along with Gimenez and Castro, they constitute the veteran leadership intangible quotient that seems to be having a positive effect. I.e, Belisle has shown the young guys how to have an absolutely crappy game and still show up the next day.
  21. Han Joelo
    I don't pretend to understand the psyche of pitchers, but getting nervous, losing command, and getting shelled in their debut, while naked, is probably the worst Peter Brady nightmare of every pitching prospect. I'll leave it to the experts to decide when a guy is ready to live that nightmare and get over it if it happens. Doing it wrong is a huge setback, I think. These guys do seem closer and more viable than they did even a couple three weeks ago when discussing potential draft picks. It's making the Lewis pick look better and better.
  22. Han Joelo
    Nice. As much as shorter-term pitching help would have been nice, it is fun to have a top young position prospect to follow for a few years. Pretty cool of him to homer in his debut. Javier better watch his back, or the tables will get turned.
  23. Han Joelo
    Nice play, Sano. Wow. Cleveland was down 9-3 when I checked, kind of nice to see someone else's bullpen implode, even though it put the Twins back in second.
  24. Han Joelo
    I thought this might be haiku But then I counted Spot on comment nonetheless
  25. Han Joelo
    Between TD's prospect reports, Bob Sacamento's posts, and the E-town box scores, I feel like there is a new crop of young pitchers I need to learn the names of. Jovani Moran? Check.
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