John Bonnes

Aaron and John talk whether the Twins' playoff hopes are already over, the legend of Willians Astudillo, an ugly weekend in Chicago, Jorge Polanco's return from suspension, how many horrible things must happen for a team to look like this, Alan Busenitz vs. Matt Belisle, the next Tuesday Taproom Tour, and Joe Mauer's loaded numbers. You can listen by downloading us from iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio or find it at GleemanAndTheGeek.com. Or just click this link.http://traffic.libsy...3?dest-id=74590 Sponsored by Bye, Goff & Rohde, Pick and Shovel, Mack Weldon and Harry's Razors. Click here to view the article

Aaron and John podcast live from Modist Brewing and answer the audience's Minnesota Twins questions at their first Tuesday Taproom Tour stop. You can listen by downloading us from iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio or find it at GleemanAndTheGeek.com. Or just click this link.http://traffic.libsy...3?dest-id=74590 Click here to view the article

Aaron and John talk about Jose Berrios living up to the hype, Brian Dozier playing himself out of a qualifying offer, Fernando Romero going back to Triple-A, giving Alan Busenitz another look, more bad rehab updates for Ervin Santana, whether to blame Paul Molitor for awful baserunning, and how much of the 25-man roster is in the Twins' plans beyond 2018. You can listen by downloading us from iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio or find it at GleemanAndTheGeek.com. Or just click this link.Sponsored by Bye, Goff & Rohde, Molekule, Warby Parker, Simple Contacts, and RxBar. http://traffic.libsy...3?dest-id=74590 Click here to view the article

Aaron and John talk about Miguel Sano's demotion to Single-A, the Twins reuniting with Matt Belisle, Joe Mauer returning from the disabled list, how injuries skew perceptions, Jorge Polanco's latest setback, the latest development in our Tuesday Taproom Tour and friend of the podcast Hans Van Slooten joining the Twins' front office. You can listen by downloading us from iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio or find it at GleemanAndTheGeek.com. Or just click this link.http://traffic.libsy...3?dest-id=74590 Sponsored by Bye, Goff & Rohde, Casper Mattresses, Seatgeek and Nutrafol. Click here to view the article

CHS Field was the place to be on Friday night for the annual Twins Daily night with the Saints. Fans converged onto the picnic area behind left field for a pregame picnic featuring brats, burgers and standard picnic fare, getting a chance to mingle with fellow Twins Daily readers and fans. Saints pitchers and Minnesota natives Jake Esch and Jake Matthys stopped by to talk to fans and pose for pictures. Saints mascot Mudonna also stopped by to mingle with the party goers.The theme of the night was Star Wars, quickly becoming a standard promotion in major and minor league ballparks. Star Wars characters were seen frequently ambling through the ballpark during the game. Kids were allowed to participate in Jedi training during the game. The light sabers, in all kinds of different colors provided a nice background for postgame fireworks set to the music of composer John Williams. On the field, the first place Saints took on North Division rival Sioux Falls Canaries. After the Saints scratched out a first inning run, the pitchers on both teams took over with Saints starter Matt Solter taking a no-hitter into the fifth inning. The score remained 1-0 into the seventh when the Canaries loaded the bases and had one run already in with only one out. A fly ball to Richard Prigatano recorded out number 2 and Prigatano's throw to 3rd got the runner out before the lead runner crossed home preserving the 1-1 tie. The Saints scored the deciding run in the bottom of the inning as local product and former Twins prospect Max Murphy scored the winning run from second on a bobbled throw to first base. Tom Wilhelmsen, former Seattle Mariners closer, shut down the Canaries in the ninth inning, striking out two batters. If you get a chance, don't miss out on next year's event as there is never such a thing as a bad time at CHS Field. Of course there is plenty of time left this summer to catch the Saints at CHS Field. Fargo Moorhead pays a visit this week. Monday night is the annual Larry Doby tribute with both teams wearing jerseys from the Negro Leagues. Tuesday features a Charlie Brown T-Shirt giveaway with the Saints wearing yellow jerseys with the signature black zig zag. Wednesday wraps up the homestand with a 1:05 start with a salute to Mr. Rogers Neighborhood. Check saintbaseball.com or call 651-644-6659 for tickets. Click here to view the article

Aaron and John talk about the Twins' bullpen and their WPA, Jake Cave's big game and potential role, ranting about looking ahead to the trade deadline too soon, Miguel Sano's ongoing struggles, where first-round pick Trevor Larnach fits among the Twins' top prospects, how Eduardo Escobar could fit beyond 2018, sports intellectual rights with Tracy Tool and Bob Parson of Bye, Goff & Rohde, and Tuesday Taproom Tour details. You can listen by downloading us from iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio or find it at GleemanAndTheGeek.com. Or just click this link.http://traffic.libsy...3?dest-id=74590 Sponsored by Sota Stick, Casper Mattresses and Away Travel. Click here to view the article

We are very happy to announce that Griffin Kilber is the winner of our giveaway of two tickets to meet Jose Berrios at FanHQ. For those or you who played but didn't win - thank you, and you can still get tickets here.Jose Berrios is visiting FanHQ's Ridgedale store on Monday June 18th at 7:00. It'll be an off-day for the Twins, but not for you as you'll get to meet the young star and get an item autographed to commemorate the encounter. Tickets are available here. Twins Daily readers have been following Jose Berrios since 2012, when he was drafted as "JO." Six years, later in his breakthrough season, you can meet him for pictures, autographs, etc. You can check out all the packages available right here, but unfortunately you missed your chance to sign up for a chance to win two free tickets courtesy of FanHQ and TwinsDaily.com. We'll see you there! Download attachment: Berrios Original.jpg Click here to view the article

Aaron and John talk about Eddie Rosario's monster game giving the Twins a series win versus the Indians, Byron Buxton's short-lived and misguided return from the disabled list, our upcoming Tuesday Taproom Tour, Ervin Santana's rehab setback, Kyle Gibson's changing pitch usage, previewing the draft, and having burner accounts on Twitter. You can listen by downloading us from iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio or find it at GleemanAndTheGeek.com. Or just click this link.http://traffic.libsy...3?dest-id=74590 Sponsored by Pick & Shovel, Harry's Razors, Seatgeek, and Bollito's. Click here to view the article

Join Aaron and John at a live podcast, drinking free craft beers, winning great giveaways, meeting special guests, hanging with a community of Twins fans watching a Twins game together. Buy your tickets here. At each taproom:You’ll get a free craft beer.You’ll get another free (or Bogo) craft beer for a future visit.There will be giveaways at first pitch and last out.We’ll play Last Fan Standing, where you compete against Aaron and the crowd to win a great prize.Yet MORE prizes for tweeting about the event or just being social with your fellow Twins fans.Aaron and John will talk Twins and answer questions to the assembled crowd and it will all be on a special release podcast. Your question could be featured on the podcast.The taprooms include:6/26 – 7:00 at Modist Brewing7/24 – 6:00 at Utepils Brewing8/7 – 6:00 at Lynlake Brewing9/4 – 7:00 at Able Seedhouse & BrewingDownload attachment: TTT2018 all 900.png Extra Guests We’re also excited to announce some extra guests and events: 6/26 – Aaron will be signing (and selling) copies of his book Big 50: Minnesota Twins: The Men and Moments that Made the Minnesota Twins. We might even include a dramatic reading.6/26 – Also that week, we’ll have a special pop-up stand of Pick and Shovel Wear. See the baseball gear that John and Aaron have been raving about on their podcast.7/24 – The Italian Sauce Company will have a table where you can taste (and purchase) the Bollitto’s Calabrian Pepper Sauce the Aaron and John have been raving about.8/7 – Sota Stick will have a pop-up store featuring their Minnesota Sports inspired designs. It’s a unique opportunity to try out their quality merchandise live and in-person.9/4 – It’s a dog-friendly event! Aaron and John will be joined by Charlotte Who Has Issues™, John’s dog, and you can bring your best friend too as Able Seedhouse and Brewery is dog-friendly.Limited Edition Pint GlassesAnyone who buys a season ticket before the 11th gets a limited edition Gleeman and the Geek pint glass. These are ONLY available if you buy a season ticket by the 11th. They’ll be available at whichever event you first attend.TicketsUnfortunately, you can’t just arrive at the door. Season ticket sales are over, but you can still buy individual tickets as they're released right here. Don’t get shut out! Get your tickets right now. We’re excited to hang out with you. Click here to view the article

I hadn't thought about the fact that so many of the top 10 prospects who were in Cedar Rapids might also get off to a slow start due to their age. Either way, I imagine it's a joy to see Lewis and Kirilloff play every day.

I'll add that Suzuki was awfully streaky with the Twins, and we got fooled by early season success from him once, too. Let's see where those stats sit late in the year.

Pretty good except for the last four words....

Aaron and John talk about Miguel Sano's return from the disabled list, the Twins trading Phil Hughes in a deal that had very little to do with Phil Hughes, Byron Buxton looking lost and hurt, Fernando Romero's great first five starts, Chris Carter and Nick Gordon joining Triple-A Rochester, and the brutal nature of walk-off losses. You can listen by downloading us from iTunes, Stitcher, iHeartRadio or find it at GleemanAndTheGeek.com. Or just click this link.http://traffic.libsy...3?dest-id=74590 Sponsored by Billoto's Sauce, Sota Stick, Rover & Away Travel. Click here to view the article