What would this team look like now had the Varland trade not happened, or they kept Doran? Abel produced earlier in the year - but with either or both of them in the bullpen this year you are looking at the Central Division leaders.
Trading Bell while still in the hunt doesn't make sense as no one is giving us much for him. I would rather keep Larnach and Clemens and trade ERod instead. We don't need to see Arcia over Clemens as he clearly isn't valued as he passed through waivers.I would like to see Roden, but he can take the place of Fedko any day. Sabato and Mendez look like Sept call ups in my mind
As much as I want an extension, that time is most likely past, he has to be traded as he will now test free agency. Caratini and Jackson look to be an ok tandem right now - earlier in the season TD was roasting both of them.
I believe this was more of a mental demotion than anything. He was inside his own head and wasn't getting any better. I think Torii Hunter had the same issue and look what he became.
should have the opportunity to be a lifetime Twin if that is his desire. If he wants out to get a ring, then you give him the Kevin Garnett treatment and award him that opportunity
if he makes it too the end of the season, yes you do this. At least get something back if he signs elsewhere. Catching is needed and we aren't ready for a new everyday catcher yet. Overpay, probably - but has to happen somewhere. Tom - do us a favor and do this, Ryan and Lopez and show the fans you are going to build and not continue to rip this team apart.
Those that have the need, will want to add one. The level of a 5th starter is accurate by you, as each teams 5th is different. Getting something instead of nothing is obviously better - I just don't want to part with him. That is a want, yes
I agree with you, just thought they may want to part with a potential problem and might feel that they can "fix him" I think Lewis may be too much - so might be the right piece.