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  1. Cory Engelhardt
    I think we would have to sign Cozart for 2018 ongoing (his contract is up after 2017.) He is coming off an injury filled 2016, and even though his first half was really good into and after the all star break, Cincinnati may not want to trade when his value is at his lowest. I know the Mariners almost got him at the deadline for what was rumored a top 7 pick of theirs (their system is not highly regarded, to say the least) so if it took a top 8 or 10 prospect from the Twins (think maybe Adalberto Mejia?) I'd think about it with the knowledge we are strongly increasing our infield defense for 2017.
  2. Cory Engelhardt
    Zack Cozart could be had from Cincinnati. He would fill that elite defensive shortstop role very well.
  3. Cory Engelhardt
    I have a feeling that Randy Rosario is much further down on your top 50 than he would be on others. Otherwise, great list and fun to read about all of the players.
  4. Cory Engelhardt
    I always love reading these. Thank you for these, they are definitely appreciated.
  5. Cory Engelhardt
    I think what needs to be added to this discussion is the obvious upgrade that needs to happen at catcher and at shortstop,at the very least. On top of that, this team may look VERY different in the field behind whatever they do with the pitching staff. If for example, we know that the Twins acquire (hypothetically) Zack Cozart to play SS and an above average defensive catcher to start 120 games, then I will feel better about the team/pitching staff as a whole. But, I do think there will be at least 2-3 new names not listed above who will be solidly in the mix before opening day. 1 free agent (Brett Anderson) and one starter acquired via trade (Dozier?) along with maybe Ervin (unless they trade him) et al.
  6. Cory Engelhardt
    Love the list. Two questions about your ETA's:1) Why so long for Nick Gordon? 2) I don't think your Gonsalves ETA is possible any longer. Thanks!
  7. Cory Engelhardt
    If you have 7 starters that could be in the majors, but you are LAST in ERA and K's for what feels like a lifetime (at least 6 years) do you really have any starters that should be on a major league staff? Isn't it imperative they try and acquire 1-2 starters (at minimum) who are above average major league starters? Then, if the rookies from AA come up and can help right away, great! Otherwise the Twins don't HAVE to depend on unproven players once again.
  8. Cory Engelhardt
    Maybe as a player/coach? Would he be up for part time batting coach? If he produces, then all the better. If he simply can't play anymore, then let him go. But really, if he produces, are we as a fanbase going to be mad that someone who will never approach the career he had (Walker/Palka/Park) isn't getting his at bats? If he is DH mostly, and hits close to 2015, that is a plus for the team. If he gets here and hits like Torii Hunter post May 2015, then he will simply be more of a coach than a player. But you are right, if he still wants to play I bet it is in Miami.
  9. Cory Engelhardt
    If Jorge and Gonsalves are going to AA, why isn't Jay? It feels like all of them should move up asap, no?
  10. Cory Engelhardt
    According to Fangraphs, Joe Mauer has so far through his career been worth $274.5 million. To pay less than 200 million overall for that production (including the next 3 years) has been a GREAT deal for the Twins. Yes, he has had some concussions. No, he is not able to play the sport at the same level as in 2009 because he didn't have a traumatic brain injury at that time. Traumatic brain injuries effect everyone differently. No, Joe Mauer's contract does not stop the Twins from spending whatever they want on any other players. No, money in sports, and with celebrities, is not like the rest of us. To compare your 50k per year job to a sports athlete, especially one that was playing at a hall of fame level until he got injured, is just not fair. Yes, he can still get on base. That is not something easily taught, and is frankly amazing what with having multiple concussions. Maybe the sunglasses will help him see better during the day, and he can be a better player going forward. And finally, if he wasn't one of the best current players on the team, he wouldn't be playing as much. To say that Vargas demands time over him is laughable.
  11. Cory Engelhardt
    Thank you for sharing.
  12. Cory Engelhardt
    These updates are so great. I only wish I could be there instead of in St. Paul. Have a great time!
  13. Cory Engelhardt
    Thanks for the update! Pinto is now in the Brewers system. I'm hopeful that Murphy can take the reins as the new catcher this year.
  14. Cory Engelhardt
    So do you have Sano as your most talented defensive DH? Or who is to say he wouldn't be the best fielding 1st baseman on the roster? That said, I like the idea of Polanco at 2nd. I don't know what that means for Dozier.
  15. Cory Engelhardt
    % chance that Melotaksis and Burdi are in the bullpen opening day, switching out for Abad and Meyer (potentially.) Higher than 0, right?
  16. Cory Engelhardt
    Polanco will more than likely start the year at AAA Rochester, and probably do well. He more than likely won't be brought up outside of injury to either Dozier or Escobar, or complete domination by Polanco. That said, I would totally be in the trade Dozier camp as well, if a good opportunity arose and Polanco was showing he could hit a little and take a walk. What would a Dozier trade look like? He is, in a way, the face of the team right now (or one of them) and if the Twins are doing well, that would be tough to trade him away, even if statistically it is the right move.
  17. Cory Engelhardt
    Jorge Polanco, your thoughts? Where does he go from here?
  18. Cory Engelhardt
    I'd go 2 years, with a 3rd year option if he hits certain escalators. Yes, all of the minor league guys have potential, but Bastardo is someone you can count on and IS solid. If all of the guys in the minor leagues (or even 4 of them) in a year or more absolutely are out-performing Bastardo, you can trade him then. But all of these guys, none of them could absolutely work out. You never know. It would be nice to have certainty, and Bastardo would help with that. That said, I am still holding out hope for a Jake Mcgee or a Will Smith trade. That is probably naïve.
  19. Cory Engelhardt
    C Murphy, 1B Sano, 2B Polanco, SS Gordon, 3B Escobar, LF (not on this team yet, we trade prospects for a good veteran outfielder, but I'll throw out Ryan Braun or someone like him) CF Buxton RF Kepler, DH Park. Bench will have Mauer who will still play 3-4 days a week. Bench will also have a catcher, like Navaretto/Turner/Garver (whoever can help the team the most at that point) and probably Vielma and maybe Walker. I don't see Arcia making it through 2016 spring training, let alone staying with the team until 2018.
  20. Cory Engelhardt
    Thank you for this interview. It was great to be able to hear a little about him and his thoughts. Sounds like a great player. I saw him play at Cedar Rapids a couple years ago, and he was impressive defensively. He also looked like he weighed 90 pounds soaking wet. Hopefully he can become a great player.
  21. Cory Engelhardt
    Am I the only one that thinks it would be best for Arcia to move on regardless? Even if his bat comes back to 2013 form, he is such a net negative in the of, (especially if Sano has to also be out there) that the team would be worse off with him attempting whatever he calls defense. The team would give up way less runs with him manning a corner spot, and dh-ing, for another team and having Buxton/Rosario/Sano and Davis cover the field. No? I mean, if the best reason to keep him is because he is out of options, is that really worth it?
  22. Cory Engelhardt
    I can see this line of thinking. At the same time, isn't this the highest Plouffe's ceiling, in terms of value in a trade, will ever be?
  23. Cory Engelhardt
    So, they should not sign a good free agent bullpen arm, like a Tony Sipp or Antonio Bastardo? I would be disappointed if they didn't attempt to get better with real true strikeout guys. Assuming that Darnell will become a good reliever against lefties doesn't mean he will become that.
  24. Cory Engelhardt
    Maybe Benson as the 4th outfielder, until Kepler is ready. Unless of course Arcia can hit again, then he'd be 4th of and bench bat.
  25. Cory Engelhardt
    Corey Williams and Felix Jorge, to me, seem like better adds than Pat Dean and either Rosario or Landa. But what do I know.
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