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  1. Linus
    I'm not even suggesting that anybody critical of the siginings needs to apologize. I am merely suggesting that they might be wrong; maybe not but just maybe. Simple.
  2. Linus
    Whatever. People were going nuts about TRs lack of adding starting pitching. I didn't like it either but was willing to consider the idea that maybe he knew more than me. The strength of the language on the site was a lot more than "stating opinions". I'm not even saying all the naysayers are wrong, in fact I think there is a greater probability that they will be correct than incorrect. I just think it would be refreshing for many people to actually acknowledge that their astute "opinions" might actually be wrong.
  3. Linus
    Nick, doesn't that work both ways? Wasn't it too soon to make many of the declarations that were made on this site last winter?
  4. Linus
    I think I'll decline to argue about past history - I don't think anyone expects Corriea to win the Cy Young. One valid point on all of this is that perhaps TR was more accurate than we thought when he opined that the free agent pitching market was "thin". At the time, I didn't really see it that way but it sure looks like there may be some validity to the observation now.
  5. Linus
    Two things: I believe the Twins can keep him in rochester for up to 30 days as part of the rehab stint so they don't have to do anything right now. Are we sure a claiming team is responsible for the entire salary? I thought they would be responsible for the major league minimum with the Twins paying the rest. Perhaps that's after he clears waivers.
  6. Linus
    I definitely think that he should start getting more playing time - who decided he should be a utility guy at the age of 23? First of all, the age difference does matter: 2 years in your mid-twenties can make a huge difference. Second, who says the guy isn't going to hit? He's still developing as a player and has shown a good ability to make contact. I think he needs to play nearly everyday as he could become a steady, serviceable major league player. I would even go so far as to say he should go to Rochester and play everyday if he isn't going to play much up here. You've got Carroll for your utility guy. In the little bit of playing time he has received, he has shown that he makes all the plays, doesn't make mental errors and is a switch hitter who puts the ball in play, with some pop. That is in stark contrast to Florimon who is surprisingly GoGo like when it comes to the mental side of things.
  7. Linus
    I posted this on a different thread but Gardy blew this one big time and I am usually a supporter. they started squaring him up in the 6th and Gardy let him hang out there in his seond start. He should have been on a "one batter at a time" leash for the 8th. You get 7 good innings from Correia in his second start of the season, you take it and run.
  8. Linus
    Ummm....I think he made a play behind second base to get the Twins out of an inning tying run scored. I think it might be a bit early to write him off. Of all our middle infield suspects, he probably has the greatest upside and deserves the longest leash.
  9. Linus
    This one is on Gardy.... Disclosure: I am usually supportive of Gardy and I didn't see the game today, just listened on the radio......but: if you get 7 innings out of Correia he should be on a one batter at a time leash given his track record and that it is only his second start. Of course, Gardy ignores that they started squaring him up and only hooks him after it is way too late. Horrible decision. Gardy blew it and it probably cost them the game.
  10. Linus
    This is my thought process as well. I believe he has the innate power to hit a bunch of home runs. I just think he will always be too inconsistent in making contact. Teams will definitely make adjustments this year (they probably already did at the end of last year) as his homeruns are always dead pulls to left. I think he has a better chance of being a stand out defender than hitting 30 home runs. I think he will end up being similar to Koskie, which I would take in a heartbeat.
  11. Linus
    Not to mention that good 3rd basemen are really hard to find. I don't think it is unreasonable to expect him to be substantially better in the field this year. As mentioned in the article, this is the first year he has been able to prepare for one position. I think his 24 homers may be his career high but can still be a productive hitter, hitting 20 dingers and driving in 80.
  12. Linus
    This might sound crazy but Dozier could be very important this year. They desperately need at least one of the MI to swing the bat. While they have a good lineup in other areas they will have too many holes if Dozier, Floriman and possibly others are struggling at the plate.
  13. Linus
    It has to be Harmon. I loved Kirby as well but Harmon was that kind of iconic figure for a very long time. I'm 52 and cried when I heard the news of his passing. Tony was great also and a true ambassador for the franchise for all of his adult life.
  14. Linus
    He is one of those rare pitchers who actuallly have a better chance of throwing a strike with his breaking ball. I agree that he doesn't need AAA - the question is throwing it over, not if his stuff is good enough. I think Hendriks will make it but it is going to take a year or two of getting beat up a little. Due to his mediocre stuff, he has to be nearly perfect with his speeds and locations and that will take some time to fine tune to a big league level
  15. Linus
    At this point, he has to be given some consideration. His stuff and the stage on which he has displayed it really have to be noticed. Just hope 40 man issues don't deny him a chance to be in the rotation.
  16. Linus
    Gibson is in the process of making this decision very easy with his recent spring performances. Of course it is certainly possible for him to sharpen up before camp breaks but if this is what its going to look like, he's in AAA for sure. Hicks on the otherhand, is really going to force the issue with his excellent play. I suppose Mastro could do very well and give the Twins a chance to send him to AAA for service time reasons but he's gonna be up soon if not right out of the gate. I think Gibson still has a lot to prove before you start penciling him into the Twins rotation.
  17. Linus
    Seth, I'm curious why you think Hermsen will go back after pitching quite well at AA last year? Seems to me that he is ready for AAA
  18. Linus
    One of the best hitters of our generation (even greater is taking into account his position) and we are going to expect that Bruno is going to transform him? I'm not disparaging Bruno as a htting coach but let's get real = his job with Mauer is to hand him a water bottle.
  19. Linus
    Where is it so clear that it is sarcasm? Maybe we should be be a little more clever when we are trying to be clever? That kind of comment specific to an individual is not one to take chances with. Reminds me of how childlike so any of these posts have devolved to.
  20. Linus
    Are you serious? If so, you should be barred from this site. Throwing crap out there like this is just plain stupid and classless. I've enjoyed this site at the beginning but the level of discourse recently is just disappointing. Time to move on.
  21. Linus

    King Felix

    Linus replied to FrodaddyG's topic in Other Baseball

    He is one of the best young pitchers in baseball but a contract like that is always a substantial risk. Twins fans complain about the return on the Santana trade (for good reason) but the fact of the matter is, the Twins have been much better off not having Santana rather than signing him to the deal he got from the Mets. Sometimes the best deals are the ones you don't do....
  22. Linus
    More ice, more mix.
  23. Linus
    First real year in the big leagues at a new position, where he hits 24 home runs and we are picking apart the fact that he hit them in a bunch and not so much after an injury? I think the TwinsDaily negativism / pessimism has surfaced again in spades. If the guy is average defensively next year (a reasonable expectation) and posts reasonable offensive numbers based on last year's results (say 18 homers and 75 RBIs), every Twins fan should be thrilled as that would represent the best 3rd base play we've seen since Koskie - with the potential for much improvement.
  24. Linus
    Concrete cures over the first several years after it is poured; during this process excess moisture in the concrete evaporates (this is a fact). The theory is that all this moisture leaving the concrete makes the air heavier and the ball doesn't carry. I have no idea if this is true or not but its not out of the realm of possibility when you consider the incredible amount of concrete that goes into a stadium. If I am not mistaken, the total number of homeruns hit at Target field has gone up each year.
  25. Linus
    I'm curious why Rosario is playing the outfield. It seems like it would be very important that he play winter ball somewhere he could continue to play 2nd base. Surprised the Twins haven't addressed this. Colabello should definitely get a shot at Rochester. Could end up being a productive bench bat in MLB.
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