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  1. Linus
    Disagree with Plouffe and Vargas. Plus Mauer and Arcia could be substantially better along with anybody we sign as a free agent for left field. We'll see but I don't see offense as the hurdle to contention. I guess that is my main point; and that the other major definciencies can be addressed pretty easily.
  2. Linus
    I understand that. But for every regression candidate, there is one just as likely to progress. They were 6th in run scored; all they have to do is hold their own.
  3. Linus
    This. Everyone is fixated on Sano and Buxton getting to the bigs which I get. My point is that their offense was really good this year without these two guys. By adding a good starter and a decent free agent outfielder they can really turn this around and we don't have to wait until Sano and Buxton are studs. All of this can be done without blocking anybody or entering into crippling contracts.
  4. Linus
    The Twins are not that far away. Their offense solidified itself and their roster has turned over substantially. We are no longer counting on older, veteran players. They need a good starter and an outfielder that can play center of left credibly. They can patch together a bullpen between the returning guys and some of the younger flamethrowers. It they do these simple things, I like their chances to be a lot better next year.
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    This is what I mean. Whether you like him or not, Ryan is one of the most candid GMs in all of sports. You could make a case that all of what you wanted in your list has been said by him - its all in the way that you interpret his comments. This is precisely my point: the article wished for a different tone from him. I'm saying that no matter what the guy says, there will always be a contingent that opposes it. Another example: people are calling me an optimist simply because I am pointing out a phenomena that has played out time and again. In none of my posts have I even indicated if I like the guy or approve of his plan. It essentially proves my point.....
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    No, I don't have to look at his actions in this thread because that is not what the article is about. Perhaps you should re-read it. My interpretations are not charitable: they are stating something very obvious. No matter what he says or how he says it, he is going to be criticized. I don't think there is much argument there. If you think there is, better spend some time re-reading the 9000 threads doing exactly the same.
  7. Linus
    Obviously. The article was written about the the manner in which Ryan was expressing himself, not his track record in acquiring talent. My post was specifically addressing the point of the article which is, fans' reaction to things that are said by TR. If you want to rip into his track record, go ahead. I'm pretty sure its been done before but that's not what I am talking about.
  8. Linus
    The key here is that they signed him to a reasonable contract. I think TR played this one perfectly: they initiated extension talks, received inflated demands from the agent, started shopping him for trades and then signed him at their price. He can revert back to historical norms or even end up as Pinto's backup and the contract would still not be a problem.
  9. Linus
    Here's the problem. With a 13 man pitching staff, you have three guys on the bench, one of which is the back up catcher, plus a utility infielder and one back up outfielder. Not much to platoon with.....
  10. Linus
    Here's an idea.....maybe Ryan, when making statements about the team in prior years, was just giving his opinion about things. He doesn't know exactly how things should or could play out, so he is offering up how he sees at that time. Take free agency: some people act like he should just say "We are going to sign a high end pitcher". Well, he might try his best to make that happen and, newsflash, finds out that people with choices don't want to come here, even for the same amount of money. Its crazy what the expectations of fans are when it come to things that are said. Perhaps that's why most GMs won't say bleep when they have a mouthful. Because its a whole lot easier....
  11. Linus
    See what I mean?
  12. Linus
    I think the context in which the questions were asked is important. The same answer will have a different impact depending on the context of the question. I like the way Ryan is sincere about his answers. And let's be honest: he is going to be criticized no matter which way he answers the question. If he paints this optimistic picture that you seem to be wanting, others will say he is out of touch with reality and trying to deceive fans and season ticket holders.
  13. Linus
    Didn't Gordon play 3rd base when he first came up?
  14. Linus
    I'm not a fan of defensive metrics as I've seen too many examples that just don't make sense. Those spray charts, however, are very illustrative and are a very straightforward way of showing the difference. With left field being relatively large in Target Field, I hope the Twins go get an athletic left fielder and don't rely on Buxton to be the only answer to our outfield problems. Arcia definitely needs to stay in right (or DH if Vargas doesn't make it).
  15. Linus
    Yes, I believe I remember hearing Gardy say he thought 2nd was his best position. I agree with Santana at short and Esco in the utility role - he could still play nearly full time all over the diamond giving guys a day off and filling in during injuries.
  16. Linus
    This is easy. SS is such an important position that you always shoot for the moon athletically. The Twins should find a stop gap CF and Santana should play short. Esco can get on the field plenty, playing a variety of positions, etc.
  17. Linus
    Well, TR is pretty much a straight shooter - I don't think he plays too many word games with anyone. My guess is that is what he truly believes. Certainly doesn't mean that if Sano completely tears up AAA that he couldn't get a call up later in the year but all the fantasizing about Sano starting with the Twins clearly ain't happening, nor is a call up after the Super Two deadline.
  18. Linus
    You better read the article: "probably won't be in the big leagues until 2016" "But it is unrealistic to think he'll be up here next year"
  19. Linus
    It all gets back to farm systems. When you have talent coming through the pipeline you have options and don't get forced into bad contracts or taking flyers on washed up vets. The Orioles signing JJ Hardy to an expensive extension is precisely what the Cards would not do.
  20. Linus
    I guess I will choose the first one because in that world I have season tickets right behind home plate, Terry Ryan serves me unlimited, free, Surly and Kate Upton is my girlfriend. I choose none of the above.
  21. Linus
    Oh and one more little tidbit in the article that may ruffle a few TD feathers...... Ryan flatly stated that Sano will not be in the big leagues next year.
  22. Linus
    Well, I guess I shouldn't have started this thread because in the St. Paul paper this morning TR said he has no plans to shift Sano to the outfield. Rather, when the question was asked it was "could" Sano play the oufield, as in was athletic enough, to which TR affirmed that yes, in fact, he was a good enough athlete to play there. A little context is important I guess. Not surprising that the St. Paul paper is the one that actually reports the scenario accurately.
  23. Linus
    I agree with this completely. Vargas is our DH, so they need to figure out a way to make it work with Arcia in right. This means they likely cannot have a top notch defensive outfield with Sano in left. Leave him at 3rd and trade Plouffe while his value is high.
  24. Linus
    I think the owners should trade one more year of team control for complete free agency thereafter. Its clearly possible to be successful without using free agency much or hardly at all.
  25. Linus
    I like Plouffe OK and appreciate the improvement he has made. However, we need to be done with the days of mediocre outfielders, especially if Arcia sticks there. So, when Sano is ready, Plouffe gets traded for a pitcher or a real outfielder. No way Sano waits around for the Trevor Plouffe's of this world.
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