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  1. TheLeviathan
    You're right. They should've gone all in on the 48-56 team. We were just lying in wait. Maybe your points about earlier in the season are valid, seems worth talking about. But any points about July 29th are flat out ridiculous. And so were Ervin's comments about "giving up". That nonsense needs to end. It's over. The right thing was done. Move on.
  2. TheLeviathan
    Yes! More of this the rest of the way please!
  3. TheLeviathan
    Near as I recall, I don't remember Falvey or Levine stinking it up during any games on their way to being 8 games under .500. I love all these people "rah rah"ing a guy who is passing the blame. Yeah, he was candid, but he refused to take accountability like an adult. You want candid? Don't suck your way to a 48-56 record and maybe your FO doesn't sell. That's candid and it also has the benefit to be truth rather than sour grapes.
  4. TheLeviathan
    He may be our CFer of the future, in which case his production doesn't look so bad relative to his position. But his defense also takes a hit.
  5. TheLeviathan
    Honestly, I thought we could get more for him than what this looks like on the surface. Once again looks like high velocity, high upside gamble.
  6. TheLeviathan
    Yes, certainly, that is a problem right now.
  7. TheLeviathan
    Not trying to be funny here but, in all seriousness..... Who are our Klubers, Carrascos, and Ramirezs to sign at this point? I love me some Rosario, but I'm not ready to do that kind of extension with him. I agree with you in principle, but we don't have those kinds of players to invest in right now. Hence why I'd be willing to throw a little more towards Gibson.
  8. TheLeviathan
    The uncertainty is your best bet. For me, I just don't see him or his agent accepting that contract. That's part of why my suggestion was higher, because I think it would have to be to get them to bite. But you might be right, market volatility may be our friend.
  9. TheLeviathan
    Also, I wouldn't be opposed to offering Berrios something along the lines of 6/80M. (Maybe you have to go a bit higher?) This kid's make-up and talent are worth investing in IMO.
  10. TheLeviathan
    4/60M is exactly what I was about to suggest. I don't love that contract as a Twins fan/pretend FO guy....but I'd do it. Frankly, I'd do it because there is no possible way I see this team spending all it's available resources on free agents the next 4 years. I'd go ahead and offer that this offseason. (With one caveat...if your trade discussions lead you to believe you might have opportunities this offseason for a deal. But I'm guessing you'd have already pulled that trigger if you did)
  11. TheLeviathan
    True, but you can find at-bats for players. The problem is staying through the struggles. But hell, we've seen the Twins struggle with that even when they're terrible. That's the part that bugs me the most - stop giving 600 ABs to your clubhouse veterans or noteworthy innings to your Belisles when there are players to be putting out there and investing in. I don't see why. There is literally no upside in spending your available opportunities on those dudes. You want to spend a roster spot so your clubhouse has a good Jedi/Padawan feel? Fine. But stop taking away the playing time of players you might have a future in.
  12. TheLeviathan
    Hildy seems to have some "streaky" to him.
  13. TheLeviathan
    Absolutely, I just think the idea you can't compete and offer opportunities isn't mutually exclusive. Just, as you said, you need to pick the right spots. Players, and playing time, are investments. Just like other investments, you need to be sharp about when and where you choose to invest. (Or not)
  14. TheLeviathan
    I don't know, aren't there good teams every year that find a way to bring their players along through struggles even while they are contending? Cleveland stuck with Lonnie Chisenhall and Trevor Bauer. Arizona stuck with Peralta. If I wanted to keep digging I'm sure I could come up with some more. Patience is so key with development and sometimes the immediate sacrifices can be worth it.
  15. TheLeviathan
    Kinda fits with the theme the last few pages - every one of them should look in the mirror. They are making every GM in the league look wise for passing on investing in them.
  16. TheLeviathan
    Good stuff to see from May.
  17. TheLeviathan
    Well said. And the counterpoint to this would be to suggest that Dozier is too much of the focus. Well, this is the player demanding to hit in the lineup where he wants. The one who is seen as the offensive leader and clubhouse leader. If that's your position on the team, then expect more responsibility being thrown at your feet too. Especially when you couple how vocal he's been complaining about the FO. He was more subtle about it this year, but nonetheless silly about his complaints. If Dozier doesn't like his buddies being traded, maybe he should try to be less of a blackhole for half a season.
  18. TheLeviathan
    I like the high upside targets, I think that was a brilliant tactic. But you can't finish second on players you want in free agency this year. And this is where all those dollars and bodies you invested into the development system need to pay dividends.
  19. TheLeviathan
    If even 2 of these guys become the next Eddie Escobar, not a single person on this board is going to be sad about passing up on an 8% chance to get stomped by Houston.
  20. TheLeviathan
    When can Kiriloff's time be now?
  21. TheLeviathan
    April 22nd was the last time we were actually at .500. Good luck to Dozier, I think his contract this offseason might be his last, so I hope he has a chance to cash in.
  22. TheLeviathan
    We got live human beings for Lance Lynn. Trade win.
  23. TheLeviathan
    To me the value is in clearing a roster spot for someone we can look at going forward. The return is irrelevant to me.
  24. TheLeviathan
    Brian Dozier may just have gone permanent pumpkin. He's not at an age with middle-infielders that is very encouraging going forward. I would consider the QO if they can't find a deal, but I only do so hoping he can rebuild value again and deal him off. If he has gone pumpkin, that QO is the last dollar I pay him.
  25. TheLeviathan
    Since this is about selling, I thought this was worth posting here.
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