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  1. roger
    Seeing the game he had yesterday got me thinking about Helman. Recall reading about him when he was drafted. He had a long record of putting up fantastic hitting stats every step of the way, from high school thru college. Other than his second year with the Twins, he has performed very well as a pro. Don’ know what his future holds or where he would play for the Twins, but he just might have a spot with th big club.
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    Everyone who is speculating about how Archer is being used should read today’s Strib. In it he is “quoted” saying how happy he is playing for Rocco and the Twins. He mentions liking the Trainers plan to get him thru this season after three injuries limiting him to 19 innings the past two years. I think he used the term ‘love’ when describing his situation this year. And it sure seems to be working. Also talk about Larnach’s injury, including the fact he has been playing with it for awhile and the real possibility of surgery. Will second the above comments about Jax. Would also remind myself and others that the Twins have been playing most of this week without two of their four best hitters, Buxton and Polanco.
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    I know that A. Pena has been ripping the cover off the ball for the FCL Twins. Have wondered why he hasn't moved up to the Mussels? Now I see that there are TWO Pena's playing for the DSL Twins, and both are hitting very well. Are these guys related? Or is Pena a common name down in the Islands?
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    Would the defense be better if they played where they did historically? Seems every game has a crucial at bat by the other team that would have been an out had the Twins middle infielder been where he belongs...IMO. We don't see how many outs they get because of the shifts, or at least they aren't as obvious. Just drives me nuts seeing the team not get a DP last night cause there wasn't anyone able to get to second.
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    I liked your post, Doc. And then I read your last sentence. Can I like it twice? And thanks for bringing me a good smile.
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    Wasn't that long ago when the Twins had three solid starting prospects, Smeltzer, Dobnak and Lewis Thorpe. Always thought Thorpe was the most talented with the most upside. Dobnak was such a good story, as was Smeltzer. Dobber got off to that really good first couple months, while Thorpe seemed to find ways to disappoint. Meanwhile, Smeltzer just seemed to do well when he had an opportunity, yet, always seemed to be the odd man out. Here we are a couple years later and Smeltzer is standing out as the man. Couldn't be happier for him and hope like heck he can keep it up for the rest of the year, and beyond. Don't know what the future holds for Dobber,,,,,,,,just happy that he will be getting a nice check for what was it, five years. Expect he and his wife will be set for life, happy for them. As for Thorpe, don't have a clue where he is. Does anyone know?
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    Interesting. I don't know about others, but I recall reading about speed being a major asset of Martin's when he was acquired by the Twins. May have been here or in the Strib. But it doesn't seem like a surprise that he is running, alot. Also liked how Julien runs and expect it will always be part of his game. Must admit I knew nothing about Perez.
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    Any night with Balazovic and Enlow both throwing is a good night. Great seeing Balazovic have maybe his best outing of the year. Don't care how many innings, just want to see him dominate. As for Enlow, coming back from TJ, huge success just seeing him pitch a few innings. Double down on the above comment about hopefully seeing a few of these better, not best, prospects moved over the coming month. If not, gotta believe a couple are going to be gone come winter. Only question is knowing which ones should be dealt?
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    Your post is way too reasonable, Cody. How dare you write something that makes so much sense.
  10. roger
    Is the m ain reason that he is no longer happy? I believe he and his family enjoyed their time in the Twin Cities. He came up thru the Twins system and was very close with several Twins he was with all those years. Maybe he just ain’t happy and it shows in his results.
  11. roger
    One of the Twins strengths this year is their improved defense. Suggesting they trade Urshela, Keps and Correa would put a brutal defensive team on the field, especially all those games when Buxton is either DH or on the bench...brutal. No to trading any of those three.
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    Are you suggesting that the Yankees should be fearing any rematch with the Twins? Wish I knew how to insert a smiley face here!
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    Really enjoy your including the recaps and box scores for the FCL and DSL Twins. Always exciting reading about the really young kids, some who will one day be playing at Target Field. Michel is certainly off to an encouraging start in the FCL, and he is still only 17 years old (turns 18 next month). I know DeAndrade was their big signing last year, but Michel also got a big bonus, didn't he? Raya lasted only 2.2 innings, but hadn't allowed a hit. See he threw 45 pitches, is he on a low pitch count following his injuries the past couple years? Will second Jim's comment above about Povich. Liked when the Twins selected the two lefties in the early rounds of last year's draft. Hopefully, both will move quickly up the ladder to the Twins a couple years from now. With Austin Martin missing four of the last six games, is it possible he has been dealing with some type of nagging injury? Could that be the reason for his disappointing stats to date? Does anyone have an inside scoop?
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    Checked the box score first and when I saw that Arraez left the game I thought, oh no. Thanks for including the reason in the write-up. Didn't someone guarantee a Twins loss in one of the discussions yesterday? What a great outing for Bundy, now can he repeat it and repeat it again?
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    Great article and you sold me, Matt. Only problem is that the starters are chosen by the fans votes, aren’t they? Agree he should be the starter, but will he even be on the team?
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    Took a look at the Saints box score and found some good news. Yes, Winder wasn't perfect, but his outing was much better than his first game last week. Another start and he should be ready to return to the Twins. Also took a look at Drew Strotman's season...ouch. Has to be a leading candidate to be removed from the 40-man when the Twins next need to make a move. Does he have any value as an extra piece to a trade next month? And like jmlease1 above, love what Julien brings. Kid was 1-2 last night with 3 walks and a stolen base. Yes, he is striking out more than one would want, but it is a bit less than last year at a higher level. Hopefully, he can get it down to twenty some percent by the time he reaches the Twins. Give me a team of guys like Julien and that is a team that will be enjoyable to watch.
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    Interesting question, Nash. As is your discussion and many of the comments. Like most of us, I am concerned with his defense at both third and first. With that said, I expect if he works hard enough his defense will improve to be at least average. He may never be a gold glover at either position, but I expect come 2024 we won't be talking about how brutal he can be. As for who the Twins have at both positions, Urshela and Arraez must be the players most likely to fill third and first for the next few/several years. Note: I am early to the club that Arraez should be their starting first baseman going forward. The Twins also have Kirilloff at first and Lewis at third, should Correa stay. Both are likely higher on the Twins prospect list than Miranda, but we don't know that. We all can talk about Correa's staying or leaving all we want, but only the Twins, Correa and his agent really know what the likelihood of his opting out is...or not. So your point, Nash, is a good one. Miranda appears to be an excess player with potentially having a huge bat. We won't know what he is worth in a trade until one occurs, should that happen.
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    True, but to the best of my knowledge that doesn't preclude him from being part of a trade.
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    Beckham caught my eye the other day also. Another problem of where he would play. Expect the best we could hope for from him is to stay hot to give him some value next month so he could be included as a meaningful part of trade X.
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    Evan Sisk is having a fantastic season for the Wind Surge/Saints. Do those of you who know more about him believe he could be someone to help the Twins pen? Perhaps even later this year? Always great seeing Severino have a big day. The Twins gotta get something for one of these huge investments in young kids from the islands.
  21. roger
    See that Schulfer had an off night for the Saints, allowing 2 runs. Great seeing DeAndrade with a mult-hit game. Same for Wander Javier, who I believe has had a couple multi-hit games this past week or so. Will join the growing roster of fans who want to see AK with the Twins. But in reality, don't know who he would replace and where he would play. I guess he could give Arraez, Larnach and Kepler a day off every week, then be the DH the rest of the time instead of the normal light hitter catcher being DH. Suppose that makes too much sense, however.
  22. roger
    My point was that he has similar energy. Did mention that the comparison ends when he steps into the batter's box.
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    Not me, I love this kid and want to see him retire as a Twin many years from now. With that said, I hope they sign him to a contract this winter, maybe something similar to the recent Polanco/Kepler deals. The highlight of most games for me is watching his at bats. Gotta love those 8-9-10-11 pitch at bats that have to be so frustrating for the pitcher. Understand that he reported to spring training several pounds lighter (does anyone know how many?) and in the best shape of his life. Result is that he looks to be running much better and although not a base stealer, looks fine scoring from second or even first. Also believe that he is working his way into being their regular first baseman, this year and beyond. If Jared Spurgeon can be a team leader and top defenseman, Luis Arraez can be a starting first baseman. The one ex-Twin he reminds me a lot of is Astudillo as he brings a lot of the same energy as the Turtle. That comparison ends however, when he steps into the batter's box. I believe this young man can continue hitting like he does throughout the year and hope like heck we are wondering come Labor Day, could he flirt with .400? If not this year, maybe next?
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    True. But hopefully, health permitting, they will soon have Gray, Ryan, Ober, Smeltzer and Archer. With Winder piggy-backing with Archer and Bundy in long relief...or moved on down the road for a AA reliever, ala those two trades last July. I forget which starter they sent to St. Louis, but after a rough couple months last fall Sisk is having a really nice year.
  25. roger
    I know how much work goes into these weekly reports, Seth. Thank you! Any chance the Bonilla pitching in the DSL is related to the Bonilla who was in the organization for many years awhile ago? Cannot tell you how happy I am for the entire Saints team and organization. Really great seeing them recover so they can keep CHS Field filled with fans. And what a butt kicking they put on a first place Red Wings team, yahooooo! Don't know what winning at nearly every level means for the future of the Twins, but this entire organization is on fire. I know two or three huge prospects may mean more than overall team success, however, it is very encouraging to see all this success. As for getting AK back with the Twins, I think they are going to have to complete a trade to do so. Sure appears Arraez is establishing himself as their first baseman of today and tomorrow. So that puts AK into a corner outfield spot and fill-in at first when Luis needs a break. With Larnach and Keps manning the corners, some move/injury is going to be needed to open a spot. Also know it is too early to mean anything, but interesting seeing Michel doing well to start his career.
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