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  1. Linus
    I wouldn't extend him. We have him up to his age 31 season. There is a high likelihood that we won't even want him beyond that point. I also think he still has plenty left to prove, and I also think the assumption that he can transition to another position is flawed. He was a bad shortstop and, initially, a bad 3rd baseman. To his credit, he worked hard and got better but it took time - something we won't be able to invest when he is 31 and trying to learn left field.
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    The Twins have incorporated young players over the last couple of years, when there has been some reason to think they are ready. Just because a team "goes young" doesn't mean it is the best for the development of the individual player nor does it guarantee success. The Twins had a big youth movement with Rich Becker, Scott Stahoviak, et al and it went nowhere.
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    Perhaps we should wait until the first pitch is thrown before we assess the ability of our new manager.
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    I generally agree, Stringer. The key to baseball is good starting pitching and the Twins have their best rotation in years. They scored plenty of runs last year and certainly can be a 500 ballclub. The Twins will incorporate younger players when they are ready, sometimes earlier as they have done with several players. I believe they are coming north with a group they believe gives them the best chance to win some games early and change the losing culture. Its a long season with plenty of time to change out parts as things develop.
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    Milone is valuable to the Twins.......as AAA starting depth (he has an option remaining). I'm not being sarcastic about this - he's not a great pitcher at this point but is far better than some of the guys called up over the last 4 years to fill in (which always happens). I would not trade him either as his value as an insurance policy is greater than the available return. I don't think he is a good bullpen fit, with the possible exception of a mop up guy and IMO he is more valuable stretched out and waiting in the wings in Rochester. May gets the 5th spot and Pelf goes to the pen or is traded for someone who goes to the pen.
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    I just want to go on record right now - if I am approached for an extension I will sign immediately. And I will sign a team friendly deal because that's the type of player I am.
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    This. We had one of the worst pitching staffs in baseball last year. If you are a pitcher and can't earn a spot, then that's on you, regardless of prospect status or age. The idea that we should be handing spots to guys just because they are a prospects is silly; get guys out and earn a job. its similar to how the second string quarterback is always the fan favorite.
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    Whether it is Milone or May, I won't get too upset as both can be a part of our future if they pitch well. Pelfrey on the other hand.......
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    This, a hundred times. I posted this a while back as its own thread but it never gained traction. I think cutting down strikeouts will be in vogue again soon.
  10. Linus
    Well, one substantial difference here is that a starting pitcher that struggles means you lose the game. A position player that struggles may not influence the outcome of the game.
  11. Linus
    Wow, I am concerned about the apoplexy that will be experienced by TD posters if Milone continues his roll and wins the 5th starter spot.
  12. Linus
    100% agreed. Players deserve the credit (and the blame) for their progress or lack thereof. The role of coaches in player development is a little overstated, IMO.
  13. Linus
    While I hope Pinto succeeds, he really hasn't proven anything with the glove or the bat. He gets lots of love on these boards but I think the "never make it" potential here is pretty high.
  14. Linus
    I like this analysis, especially the idea of Pelfrey and May to the pen. Its a little disappointing to have Molitor dismiss this idea already as I do not see the variety of pitches necessary for Pelfrey to be a successful starter. I like May in the pen because I hope to see Meyer get the 5th rotation spot and May has some upside that we need to start seeing.
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    This. Body fat percentage is what we should be discussing, not weight. I have no idea what it is but just looking at him you can tell he is and Sandoval shouldn't even be compared; same thing with Cabrera who looks kind of soft. The NFL and NBA are filled with athletes that are his size, lean and are amazingly athletic. He can be the same at third, as long as he is not over-fat, which is different than an arbitrary number of pounds. As far as what to do about the others. I wouldn't worry just yet about having too many talented players. If all of them turn into productive big league players, then we have something to worry about but that is far from guaranteed. If it happens, simply trade Plouffe for whatever our greatest need is and move on. Mostly, let the kid play before we worry about moving him.
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    Shane, thanks for writing these articles - very interesting. I was with you on the first two, this one not so much. I tend to lean towards letting him have a little more success with the bat before moving him a level. Kind of nice to see some good catching prospects in the system....
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    I remember him well so I must be really old. It does remind a person of how many players come and go if you follow a team long enough. Or, even all the minor league affiliates over the years.
  18. Linus
    Since Milone is so terrible, I'm sure Meyer, May et al will have no problem beating him out, so everyone can relax.
  19. Linus
    I will preface my comments by saying that I am not dismissing Rosario as a prospect with potential. I do have two major concerns: his swing is somewhat suspect, and some would say unsound. There have been successful MLB hitters without classic swings but it certainly isn't desirable. Who knows if his quick hands can make up for it at the major league level. I also still have a concern about the drug suspensions. When it happens more than once, that indicates either an attitude of "I'm going to do what I want" or an addiction problem. This will be a very interesting year to watch him.
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    Perhaps this is a self fulfilling question. These guys reduced their BB rates and, hence were successful and stayed in the big leagues. I am betting there are a bunch of guys that were not able to reduce their BB rates and ended up struggling or back in the minors. I get that if he limits hits and strikes a bunch of guys out it helps mitigate his lack of control but I think that there is no getting around the fact that not being able to throw it over is a problem.
  21. Linus
    Don't extend. The Twins are in a perfect position with him - they have him cost controlled through his prime and then can deal him or let him walk and get a draft pick, precisely at the time they don't want him anymore. I'm curious who the source is on this. I really hope the Twins don't do this......
  22. Linus
    It really is a borderline bizarre situation. I've been following Minnesota sports for most of my 53 years and cannot recall somebody being so clueless from a PR standpoint. Tommy Herr hated it here but had the good sense to keep his mouth shut about it with the media. The thing that is most amazing is this: it started almost immediately after signing the contract. I might get it if you were 3 years into a 4 year deal and hated your manager. But how you do this from practically day one is just inexplicable. One thing about TR, he is loathe to eat the money on a contract due to subpar performance but he definitely values "make up" and tends to get rid of anybody that he views as a clubhouse problem. That could make this situation very interesting.
  23. Linus
    I'm not worried about Pelfrey. If he can beat out all the other candidates then more power to him. I think the chance of that is minimal at best but I just think people should be comfortable with the idea that we have several viable candidates to fill the 5th spot and to fill in for injury.
  24. Linus
    While I don't want Pelfrey to be the 5th starter (mainly because he has one year left on his contract and won't be resigned) I think the whole purpose behind having a bunch of guys to choose from is so one of them steps up takes the job, and you don't have Cole DeVries taking starts when somebody gets hurt. The idea that we should pre-ordain who that starter should be somewhat defeats the purpose behind having a bunch of guys to choose from.
  25. Linus
    Seems like most people favor May over Meyer, which I understand (even though I would prefer Meyer). One thing I strongly disagree with is having Meyer go to the pen if he is not the 5th starter. His innings in the pen will be inconsistent and not like the routine of a starting pitcher. He needs to take the mound every 5th day and throw a hundred pitches - that is the best training for his future. So, if he is not starting for the Twins, let him start in Rochester and be first man up (assuming he is throwing it over the plate).
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