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  1. DJL44
    They can always move him back later if they really want to. He'll be on an innings restriction for several seasons but that's no excuse to keep a dominant arm in the minors. He's Rule 5 eligible next December. In a few years he'll be 27. I'm not sure you even want a pitcher putting that much torque on their arm for 100+ innings a year. He has so much spin on the breaking ball that he's already blown out his elbow twice.
  2. DJL44
    I hope for the Saints. I would much rather see Lee, Lewis, Correa, Buxton and Castro with the Twins.
  3. DJL44
    I hope Helman enjoys every minute. It will go quickly.
  4. DJL44
    Diego Castillo over Winder is telling. Sounds like they want to keep Varland as the "emergency break glass" starter for a little longer. These moves add mostly to the bottom of the depth chart. Lee is the starting SS today with Castro in CF. That could help.
  5. DJL44
    Not understanding Helman over Keirsey Jr. Did DaShawn kick someone's dog?
  6. DJL44
    I checked and it doesn't look like Cedar Rapids qualifies for the playoffs. I still wouldn't promote him to AA for a week.
  7. DJL44
    BTW - how bad does Keirsey Jr have to be to think he'll do worse than injured Max Kepler?
  8. DJL44
    How do you correct hard hands, slow feet (30th percentile sprint speed) and a weak arm (22nd percentile)? He's not going to be an above average defender at 2B. He's doing pretty well considering the disadvantage he has athletically compared to the converted shortstops he's competing against.
  9. DJL44
    Once you're down 6 runs in the first it's probably worth riding it out to see if you can get some innings out of the guy and save the bullpen.
  10. DJL44
    Finish in High A and go to the playoffs. He's playing well but he's still being challenged appropriately. He is getting buzz for the Arizona Fall League. That could be a good fit.
  11. DJL44
    They need Royce Lewis to start hitting bombs again. They need Varland to hold down a spot in the bullpen like he did last September. They need Buxton back because both Margot and Martin have been lousy in CF. It would be nice if Kepler could have a good final month in a Twins uniform (583 OPS in August).
  12. DJL44
    Charlee Soto. I think Prielipp is a reliever but he could be one helluva reliever.
  13. DJL44
    Please tell me there is a photo on the internet of them standing next to each other.
  14. DJL44
    This is a joke, right? Okay. I'll go next. RBI means nothing to me. I look at stats.
  15. DJL44
    I think the Dodgers take the crown. They actively seek out injured players. There is more scouting for depth but a 40 man roster full of injured players is not a great way to make it through a season.
  16. DJL44
    If they bring up Lee I think they will mostly use him as a defender - playing SS or replacing Julien at 2B (why is Farmer on this team BTW). My point is they could use Keirsey in mostly the same way - as a defensive replacement in the OF - but Keirsey has been hitting the ball well and Lee hasn't. I guess it boils down to who you would rather replace - Margot/Martin or Julien. I'd rather replace the former.
  17. DJL44
    The Twins have enough relievers who can come in with an 8-0 lead and throw strikes. They don't need another low-leverage guy.
  18. DJL44
    I think I heard the same thing about Balazovic
  19. DJL44
    I think his eye at the plate is his best asset. He's walking less often because pitchers are able to attack him in the zone more effectively. His hitting has improved with work in the minors. He has a 702 OPS since his callup which is way better than he was hitting when he left in July. I think he can maintain that performance through the rest of the season. Defense is not a "late blooming" skill. It is heavily linked to athleticism and tends to decline earlier than hitting does. Hitting peaks ages 27-30 but defense peaks ages 25-28. Juliens' athleticism is below average for an up the middle player in MLB. At best he will be adequate at 2B. It is likely he won't really help or hurt the team.
  20. DJL44
    Winder just gave up two runs on 4 hits in one inning against Omaha. He has a 6.45 ERA in the minors. He doesn't help. I would rather add Boushley or someone off the waiver wire. Varland might be better than Tonkin but that isn't a high bar to get over. I don't understand why anyone wants to get rid of Henriquez, he has done okay this season. Brooks Lee has hit .231/.259/.462 in his rehab stint. He's not ready yet. Keirsey Jr. has been one of the best players in the International League in August. Even if they decide to let him leave after this season they can probably get some value from him right now so they can avoid starting Margot or Martin vs RHP.
  21. DJL44
    Ugly performance from Winder as he's being considered for a callup. He'll be 28 and out of options next season. Might be time to move on.
  22. DJL44
    Eeles is not eligible for the Rule 5 draft until December 2027. Keirsey will be a minor league free agent if they don't add him to the 40 man roster.
  23. DJL44
    Fort Myers has all the injury rehab facilities.
  24. DJL44
    Why does every prospect have to become an All-Star to be successful? I would be satisifed if Zebby could be an average innings eater.
  25. DJL44
    They'll get two minor leaguers tomorrow but adding to the bottom isn't what they need.
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