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  1. roger
    Won't talk about the pitchers, rather the infield. It is likely that AK will begin the season either on the IL or at St. Paul. The season starts a week from Thursday, just doesn't seem like he has the time to get enough at bats against MLB pitching to be ready. Then there is Polonco. He hasn't played in a game, even on the back fields that I have heard of. So he is definitely on the IL on opening day. Will he be ready in a few weeks? Month? More? Then we have our third infielder, Miranda. I know he has played a lot at DH, But has he been in the field in any game? If he isn't ready to play in the field next Thursday, will he be on the roster. Probably will, but not playing in the field. So it is likely that three-quarters of their infield won't be ready to play in the field come opening day. I know a lot of you are talking about Julien. Yup, this situation could get him with the Twins come opening day. But there is another guy who has been having a hell of a spring, Willi Castro. And he has played a lot at third base. Could he be the surprise name on the 26-man come next week?
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    Wasn't going to comment, but seeing no one has wanted to get the conversation started. Good recap, Nick. My only question is: What is the over/under for how many DH's the Twins will play during the 2023 season? Will throw my guess into the ring, 11.
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    Gonna be interesting. I guess we will have to wait and see. Or not.
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    Thanks. If they don’t extend Gray or Mahle, we may see them use two.
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    Interesting topic. Question, are there any limitations on how many QO a team can offer? I think the franchise tag in football is limited to one per season, can a MLB team offer multiple QO's? As for Mahle, Maeda and Gray, I sincerely hope the Twins extend one of these guys so they have excellent starting rotations in future years.
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    Thanks, Nick. Have said since the day they announced the 'shift' change that Max will be a different player in 2023. Looking for him to have a fantastic year, both in the field and at the plate.
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    Thanks.
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    Two questions. Did they buy 100%, including the minority interest the Twins bought when the Saints became their AAA club? Also, is this Diamond related to the Diamond that owns Bally Sports North and just took them bankrupt?
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    As Gordon seemed to struggle year after year in the minors, mostly due to injury, he became an afterthought for me. Certainly was surprised last year when he announced he belonged in the big leagues. Expect he will be a valuable part of the Twins for several years to come. Great having guys that are solid at more than one or two positions. Huge fan of Ober and expect he will not be the sixth best starter come opening day, especially if his heater stays at 93. Don't have a clue how they are going to handle that. Should be interesting watching this staff. Have also been a Jax fan since drafted. Someone going thru any of the service academies is better prepared for life than most of us. Having a pitcher on the mound who has trained for combat, I have always expected the results would come and expect he will take another step forward in 2023.
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    Thanks, Seth.
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    Great news from DeLeon, but let's remember it was against Israel. Question, Seth. Do you know if his MiLB contract has an opt out date? Hopefully not and he will be available to be called up when needed. And yes, the Saints should have one hell of a team....starting pitching, outfield, and infield with three vet catchers.
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    Question while reading this. Can a team do more than one QO?
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    Expect the Twins will sign at least one of this trio to some type of extension. Who will depend on their respective health and success during spring training and early this season. Also hopeful that they extend Lopex prior to the trading deadline. He may be the most important to extend and the one they could go a bit longer on.
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    One of the best in the game with at least two potential future stars. Sure seems to me that the Twins are set for the next decade. Where they play is what the Manager gets paid to decide. Should be fun watching'em.
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    Anyone watch yesterday’s game against the Sox. They ran at will on Jeffers. Glad to see someone present hard data confirming what my eyes have seen of this player.
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    I honestly believe Lewis and Lee will both play for the Twins this year. And I am not talking about only a cup of coffee. They are special young men and will be leaders of this team for much of the next decade.
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    Thanks, John. Got a good smile out of the comment regarding Gordon's betting. Thanks! Like several above, not concerned with AK being back by opening day or late April. Just want him back and playing the rest of the year like we expect he is capable of. Would be damn bloody shame if this kid doesn't have the career he was destined to have. John, your photo and several comments seem to indicate that games haven't been sell outs. Is that correct? If so, how down is attendance? Imagine with the damage caused by the hurricane lodging is both hard to find and very expensive.
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    I will be both disappointed and surprised if Lee doesn't play for the Twins this year. Only questions seem to be when and at what position? Likewise excited waiting for Lewis to finally join the Twins, for good. Hopefully, he is back by the 4th of July. Like Lee, where will he be in the field? You have seen me comment way too often that other teams have had that young stud break in when he was 19 or 20. You know, guys like Acuna or the Robin Yount's of yesteryear. Can Em Rodriguez be that player for the Twins? Sure would be nice, wouldn't it? Love Raya and want to see him have an eye popping season at Wichita before the year is over. Really like Julien. Just don't know how he is going to fit on this team. Will he stick as a utility guy who can play several infield positions, while spending most games as a DH? Don't see how he can be their second baseman as I expect that to be either Lee or Lewis, with the other at third. And the problem that scenario creates is it pushes Miranda to backup first base and DH. Expect we are gonna see one of this young group moving on, just don't know who.
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    It is not a given that he will be bad defensively. The kid is young with what, two years pro experience? With experience his D will improve. We will have to wait to see how much.
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    Very interesting, thanks. Count me among those who are in favor of the pitch clock. Recall that first game Varland pitched last fall in Yankee stadium. Seemed like each half inning was over shortly after it began. Loved that pace. Better yet, if 6:40 weeknight games are over by 9 and before dark, some of us old timers may think about seeing a couple rather than just Thursday afternoons.
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    Thanks. Sorry about that Cody, and I had read it twice.
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    Really happy to see Dobber have a couple good outings after his first appearance of the spring. Although not a long reliever, am ecstatic with how Alcala has thrown the last couple times out. Was it 3 K's in one inning yesterday? Interesting Cody how you have determined that Mr. Ober is a 'certainty to end up in the bullpen.' Would expect that Bailey would very likely disagree with you. And he sure has been pitching as well as anyone on the staff.
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    Thanks, Nick. Found it interesting that you mention Lewis at second as an afterthought and don't mention Lee at all. Assuming they both become the players we expect and Correa remains healthy, one is going to have to be at second a year or two down the road. Considering what we have seen from Lee the past week, I can't wait to see that infield of Lee, Correa and Lewis! So I guess that means that eventually, Polo must go. That will be a shame as he is a real class act.
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    Interesting young man, Jamie. Thanks. Many great players come from lesser known beginnings. In a couple years we will know if Mr. Ross is one of them. Must say it sure was an interesting start to his career.
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    Fantastic read, thanks Seth. What an unbelievable experience growing up. Sure helps the future to have the opportunities he had in Atlanta. Recall hearing about him last summer, didn't realize his K numbers were that exceptional. Let's cross our fingers that the Twins got a good one who could appear at Target Field by what, early summer 2024?
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