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  1. Linus
    It’s also important to remember the list includes players from multiple drafts. For example Kiriloff was drafted by the old FO. It’s natural that only the best of each draft will comprise a top 30 list.
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    They were dhing Julien and having Polanco play second whenever possible. When Royce got hurt Polo played third because he was their only choice. Polo is significantly better in the field at second than any other options especially Julien. I like Julien but as a dh.
  3. Linus
    Depends on which Kepler you are going to get going forward. Great chance to sell high.
  4. Linus
    This. I am not interested in adding a 4th starter. I want somebody better than Ryan and Ober. I also agree I would rather give up money than prospects but that’s not the way this FO rolls
  5. Linus
    Perhaps. I have no idea if there was bias involved but it was reported fairly widely. I assume that was when they weren’t getting their TV money.
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    I guess I am the curmudgeon (or the voice of reason). Lots of posts here saying he has big league stuff he just has to get there etc. we do realize that he has never got a hitter out above AA right? No minor league pitcher is guaranteed anything when it comes to being good at the big league level. To assume otherwise is just prospect puppy love. To be clear I want him to be the next great Twins pitcher. Before I assume that he needs to do it.
  7. Linus
    The Twins will absolutely pick up his option. Because I would not extend him I would trade him sometime between now and the next trade deadline.
  8. Linus
    I am going to have more patience with our FO than I normally do. Between Buxton and AK health and an uncertain revenue situation they really have to thread a needle this off-season. Just saw the Padres had to borrow $50 million last season to make payroll. I guess it might be the right time to roll the dice with some kids. I also do not expect a free agent starter to be signed but likely a trade for one.
  9. Linus
    I wish him nothing but the best. His role is irrelevant right now as he has two big hurdles to get over. First stay healthy. Second show that he can get AAA hitters out. Until then no point worrying about it and the Twins should not be planning on him for anything.
  10. Linus
    I think one thing that is important is that these broadcasters come into your living room 162 times a season. Given is important to pick somebody who will wear well. I think Marney checks that box
  11. Linus
    I’m excited to have Lees bat in the lineup as he looks to be a well rounded hitter. However there is no chance he breaks spring training with the Twins and I wouldn’t be surprised if he doesn’t debut until 2025.
  12. Linus
    Well we are not going to agree on that one.
  13. Linus
    That is a great idea RB. A sabrmetrics forum.
  14. Linus
    This. Lewis was the overall number 1 pick for a reason. He is a great athlete and you push that as far up the defensive spectrum that you can. If Buck can’t get healthy then Lewis is absolutely the best option. Let him be a difference maker at a premium position.
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    Willi is a rare player that can truly play multiple positions competently. Most of the time “defensive flexibility “ means the player sucks at multiple positions. Not so with Willi. I don’t think that will change and I expect him to get even better on the bases. I love that I don’t recall a total screw up on the bases which is fairly common on this team. Hitting wise time will tell. Being a switch hitter is really valuable in his role.
  16. Linus
    I know this is supposed to be fun and certainly there can be some interesting ideas and opinions expressed. However there are a LOT of really knowledgeable posters on this site.
  17. Linus
    This. If they try to steal more with this lineup we are going to see a bunch of caught stealings. I would be happy with fewer base running blunders as a more realistic goal. If the lineup turns over more than more stolen bases might be possible
  18. Linus
    I would pick up keplers and Polos options. I would keep Polo and trade Max. He had a great second half but I don’t trust that more than the prior 3 years he wasn’t good. Sell high and use the money on a starter or good rh left fielder.
  19. Linus
    Comeback implies he had a bad year. I think people have gotten ahead of themselves with Ryan. To me he is a #3-4 starter and there is nothing wrong with that. If expectations are that he is going to be a 2 then you will likely be disappointed.
  20. Linus
    Is there a location +? That’s more important than stuff. 61 walks and 90 strikeouts doesn’t inspire confidence. Obviously he is worth giving more chances but I wouldn’t be counting on him.
  21. Linus
    I get your point. Maeda pitched very well at times which was good considering coming off TJ. I also think he will age better than most because he doesn’t rely on velocity. That said 36 year olds coming off TJ are going to be looked at carefully. I bet he gets 2 for $25 mil.
  22. Linus
    I’m guessing not. My understanding is that this type of insurance is really expensive and withs Buxtons history……. Plus these policies only payout when the player no longer can play at all.
  23. Linus
    I love watching Louie pitch. He works fast and throws strikes. However if he wants to remain a starter he has to develop his secondary pitches which are not very good right now. His cutter was better out of the pen because he threw it harder but no so much as a starter. This will be the deciding factor in where he ends up.
  24. Linus
    This. He’s been a decent right handed hitter he just really struggled from the left side. I’m quite sure he could be a plus fielder in one of the corner spots and be passable in center. Put him in the Garlick role and he would be an improvement.
  25. Linus
    They’re people posting that Duran is not elite. If he isn’t what is the definition of elite?
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