They both deserve credit and blame. They have been side by side a long time. From Sept 14, 2007; "Twins GM Terry Ryan is resigning at the end of the season and will become a senior adviser to new GM Bill Smith, Ryan’s longtime assistant." Pohlad indicated that the additional income from the new ballpark will “make it easier to sign the players.” Pohlad: “We’re committed to spending [50-52%] of revenue, and with the increase in revenue from the new stadium, there’s going to be ample dollars to pay players. It will make a huge difference" (STAR TRIBUNE, 9/14).