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I'm okay with that strategy too. No need to go out and sign another free agent catcher for next season, at least not a veteran starter. Stick with what we have and wait for our new "catching pipeline" to deliver what we need in 2028.
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Very nice to finally have some quality catching prospects in our system. Early days, but encouraging first season (more like a half-season, but still) results from those two players.
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I have to admit that I never heard of this guy before. and he was an assistant GM for nearly 10 years?! I have no idea what his duties were and what this move means to the Twins front office. Are there more moves coming soon? Is Zoll being kept or not? Lots of questions, but that can said for almost any potential moves, trades, and signings until this latest labor limbo is settled.
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Former Twins. Where are They Now? 2026 Edition
Bangkok Twins Fan replied to stringer bell's topic in Minnesota Twins Talk
So much for the roll, Dobnak is now getting rocked! He pitched 1.1 innings yesterday in the loss to the Chisox, and gave up 6 hits and 6 runs (although only 4 earned). The game before that, against the Pirates, he managed 3.2 innings, giving up 7 hits and 4 earned runs. I guess he is now out of contention for the Cy Young. But hey, he had a nice run there for a couple of months. -
Yes, as you and tarheeltwinsfan noted, Buxton most likely had the biggest say in the matter. And even if we DID have Buxton in the lineup for this past month I don't think it would have been enough of a factor in getting the Twins more wins. I am positive that Buxton wanted to play, but at some point you have to listen to your body and realize you need to do what is best for your health and opt for the surgery. The guy has had his share of bad luck in recent years with the various injuries, but he has shown what a difference he can make when healthy. I think the Twins will need him to compete for the rest of this decade.
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Sad to agree, but that may be best for both the Twins and for Lewis. Too many lost seasons, too many injuries, too many position switches ... it's time to say adios and good luck.
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I like Josh Bell a lot and was happy with his performance this season. Getting 90 RBI is not an easy task. That said, and as others have posted, he doesn't seem like a great fit for the team going forward. Sure, we can go with in-house options and even use Buxton more often as a DH, but I wouldn't be shocked if our production next season at DH is even worse than this season. Bell did as was expected, but I can't see one of our other outfield leftovers doing as good of a job. But of course the elephant in the room is the looming lockout, or whatever we are going to call it. I can't imagine the Twins will be forking out ANY money at all for free agents until there is some clarity to these labor negotiations. It's going to one long boring winter for us baseball fans.
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True indeed. Any sort of effective evaluation will take a lot more than a handful of games.
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Yep, Larnach's value was never higher, and probably never will be again. We missed the chance to take advantage of that window. And now we STILL have too many surplus outfielders.
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Gomez appears to have disintegrated in the past month. He's gone from a somewhat reliable closer to a scary guy to have on the mound.
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Good point. I think if Buxton is healthy enough to bat he is also healthy enough to play in the outfield, whether that is in center field or in one of the corners. I just think giving him DH only duties diminishes his value to the team.
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Two of the most impactful bats in the Twins lineup are Clemens and Lee, and neither has an OBP north of .300. That will have to improve as both hitters are closer to Rougned Odor .... Yikes! That comparison says a lot, and not in a positive way.
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Yes, yes, yes. Let him play more innings and get more of an idea of what he can do for the team. It's unlikely we see Jeffers back next season and we WILL need some competent catchers.
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Since July 30th, Adrian Bohorquez has tossed 36 innings over eight games. He has given up three earned runs on 13 hits and 14 walks and 41 strikeouts. In that stretch, the 21-year-old Venezuelan is 2-1 with a 0.75 ERA, a 0.75 WHIP and 10.25 K/9. He's having a terrific end to the season. How legitimate is he as a prospect?
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I hope the Twins do NOT try and trade Lopez. Good pitcher, good character, good influence on his teammates, and he will be most eager to come back from his injury and contribute next season. He is a keeper. But yeah, I think it made sense to try and trade Ryan. He was coming off another excellent first half but showing signs that he most likely won't sign an extension with the Twins. Trade him while he still has some value. I can't foresee any scenario where he is pitching for the Twins two years from now.
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Exactly. I could care less about players being stoic and composed, I want to see unabashed energy and enthusiasm!
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Most definitely! I needed to smile after a hard day at work and his reaction to his home run, plus the interview (with the assistance from the wonderful Pablo Lopez!) was a huge feel-good moment.
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Interesting list, but if they are all healthy, I expect Abel, Mathews, and Prielipp in the starting rotation, and even Rojas at some point. I still don't see a scenario where we keep Joe Ryan next season, assuming there really will be a next season. Feeling very pessimistic lately.
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Very cool story. I never heard that one before. Good to know that Thomas and Cuddyer have stayed in touch.
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Great description!
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Keep them all on ice until next season starts ... hopefully by June or July.
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Very good article. I enjoy reading about these types of "fringe" pitchers and how they are adapting and trying to hone their arsenal of pitches in order to become more valuable players. Interesting stuff.
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A few more timely hits would be nice too. At this point I'm focusing more on the lottery odds!
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Well, his value might be slightly higher after a fairly productive second half, but it appears like he is slipping again this month. Not sure what sort of value he has at this point, nor am I sure how much value he has for the Twins going forward. I think we could be doing the free agent tango for a first baseman again next season, if there is one.
