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  1. madtowntwin
    Activate Wallner and what reciprocal action to the Twins present roster will there be?? Connor is on a very short medical leash with intense observation for any ache or pain...
  2. madtowntwin
    Keep it going Connor - Brick by Brick***Pitch by Pitch - You're making WI Proud! Win Twins!!
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    Matthews gets a tough draw with Peralta on the mound for the Brewers...Jeffers behind the plate? "McCrusher" at DH?? We gained a game on the entire division yesterday. Win Twins.
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    The Brewer announcers maintained that Byron was available for last night's game. They also opined that the ball Castro fouled off of his knee looked eerily similar to that which fractured Yelich's patella last season...
  5. madtowntwin
    Nice article and intriguing perspective on the upcoming draft...Looking around at some of the websites here are some other thoughts on the Twins #16 pick . Pipeline has the Twins choosing Luke Stevenson C North Carolina Flobaseball predicts MN will choose Steele Hall HS SS Alabama. Just Baseball forecasts MN taking Xavier Stevens HS 3B/OF Washington
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    The Cubs, Orioles, Brewers, Phillies, Braves...There would be a lot of interested teams I would imagine. The bullpen could be an option, but more end stage in my opinion. As previously stated in a post SWR did run out of steam last season and seemed to loose a bit of focus and sharpness with some of his selection of pitches / location. Simplification of repertoire may be in order in addition to sharpening on focused pitches. It may well be that a skipped start and mental / physical break would be beneficial. It seems a bit early to move this talent just yet - Either to the pen or to another team.
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    Hidden beneath the temperamental weather of Early Spring, Slow Starts, and Injury...
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    Would the photograph indicate he's "Filling Out" a little bit?? Loved the pick when he was drafted, but talk about the proverbial "String Bean?....Something to the tune of 6'6" 160#. Talent ceiling is off the charts, but obviously finger are crossed that the rest of his body can catch up to his arm. Some patience will need to be demonstrated as he develops...I suspect that most every ache and pain will be monitored closely.
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    In regard to Soto's Tricep Tenderness....Much less concerning than the dreaded forearm tightness or soreness. He's literally a boy who throws like a man in that his musculature, ligaments, tendons, and other soft tissue are developing tolerance to the strain of throwing consitently in the upper 90s. It's most likely a tendonitis and given his physicality should heal without incident while working with training staff. Win Twins!!
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    In regard to Keaschall - I sort of get the injury cautiousness in that it involves the same arm, but not really...Bone and ligament are completely different in terms of the rehab / healing process. The fracture needs rest (splint) and stimulation - Given his age and athleticism the arm should heal fast and furious. It should have no impact in terms of his ligament damage and the TJ surgery. Training staff should be able to manage healing of the bone and maintaining strength / flexibility to the ligament. In terms of being injury prone - Come on...WAY early for that label. The guy was hit by a pitch for pity's sake....Win Twins!!
  11. madtowntwin
    The lineup minus Buxton on a rest day appeared far from formidable yet Correa had his best day at the plate of the season. Agreed - Add Wallner, Castro, Lewis, and Keaschall to the mix....Larnach seem to be figuring it out - And if Jeffers could do the same...Joe's fastball was as strong as it's been since midseason last year and his sweeper was dancing. Topa threw 2 innings and looked like the pitcher we've been seeking since he was acquired. It's not even May yet....Win Twins!!
  12. madtowntwin
    Paddack's start tomorrow in Cleveland will be factorially huge contextually to this whole conversation. Win Twins!!
  13. madtowntwin
    If Varland can consistently harness that curveball used to end his inning with a strikeout he could evolve to next level....
  14. madtowntwin
    Nice article...The piece in the Star-Tribune made a Segura comparison in terms of build and hitting style. Of note in Grapefruit Action both Bader and France continue to perform well and Paddack threw another decent game against a fairly strong Ray's lineup.
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    Gasper has been a great Spring Story - Jefferson Morales has been another with coms to Jean Segura. Good article in the Star Tribune about him today. Check it out....
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    A major factor in play is that a potential a Billionaire Buyer has to completely open their books and divulge all resources to examination in determining solidity / validity of their offer....No option for "Dark Money."
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    "This is a Twin's prospect I just can't quit on." Nor should any of us...But sometimes for whatever reason a player ends up trapped by an organizational vicious cycle. It may wise both for the player and said organization to help break that cycle and make a move. Eberson Castellano has gained reputation within the Phillies organization as a pitcher with a great deal of talent who struggles to throw strikes. It remains to be seen if new landscape and coaching staff can alter that scenario. Trade Canterino for Castellano for the sake of all involved.
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    Does not look like the Twins used Castellan against his former team today. Now, had he pitched like Pablo Lopez perhaps they would reconsider his value....
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    In term of timing - The Phillies are in Fort Myers today while the Twins visit Clearwater on 3/21. Mr. Dombrowski should be around....
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    #33-C) Michael Carpenter. 20 year old LHP taken out of HS (Menominee Falls, Wi) in the 11th round of the 2024 Draft. Touching mid 90s with his fastball and nice arsenal of secondary pitches. I know, my Wisconsin Bias is showing again...Win Twins. Oh, and Joe Ryan looked pretty damn good yesterday against a fairly stacked lineup. I concur with the windy conditions at the park mentioned above. Having said that - Joe kept 'em all on the field!!
  21. madtowntwin
    Speaking of Lee - Did you watch the game vs. the Yankees on ESPN yesterday.? Does he not appear to be of more muscular build?? He took a pitch out of the park with a very short and compact swing....Looks stronger. The Twins lineup bashed 4 Homers total. The rather muted batting lineup looked pretty comfortable against Cole. Is this reflective of the new hitting approach??
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    The game was broadcast on ESPN...Looked like he tweaked his leg in minor fashion and his exit was precautionary. His stride as he left the field was smooth. The story of the game was Joe Ryan's return against a fairly loaded Yankee lineup. Ryan looked strong with a good mix of pitches and touching 96 mph. The other story was 4 HR hit by the patchwork Minnesota lineup. Win Twins!!
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    LHP Michael Carpenter is another pitcher (HS) selected out of Wisconsin - Menominee Falls I believe - In the 11th Round of the 2024 Draft. Do not fear Noah Miller...We've not forgotten you! Even adorned in your AA Dodger Blue....
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    21) Eiberson Castellano. Among this "Talented Twin's Twenty" does this gifted former Phillie's prospect have a Minnesota Snowball's chance of sticking to the roster? Can a deal be struck with Philadelphia who Spring Trains in nearby Clearwater?? Time will tell. Nice piece. Win Twins.
  25. madtowntwin
    I've never seen Zebby pitch in person, but have followed his progress and rise since being drafted out of Western Carolina...He already possessed a good deal of physicality at 6'5"(+) 200pounds and decent arsenal of pitches. Readers probably roll their eyes at my optimistic comparisons, but this one was a bit more "Down to Earth" - Bailey Ober. So much optimism in terms of that wingspan putting hitters off balance as that long limbed pitching motion uncurls toward home plate. It's been absolutely wonderful watching Mr. Ober progress through the system to the major leaguer we now enjoy. I've soaked up observations and reports of those fortunate enough to see Matthew's throw in person and taken heart in his potential. But 97 mph??!!! Wow - That's a whole new ball game....What have we here??!! Win Twins.
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