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  1. strumdatjag
    I think the proper term is that Prielipp is getting a “CALL-UP” to the big leagues. I hope he does well. Otherwise, we will be saying Don’t Give Us No Pre-LIP!
  2. strumdatjag
    Is Giolito getting any offers? I bet he would be available for a one year contract.
  3. strumdatjag
    Changes are coming and Royce Lewis is just less likely than other nonpitchers to need to worry. about his future with the Twins. James Outman is clearly first on that list if justifiable worriers. Matt Wallner is another. Of course there are bench players who must always be looking over their shoulder (Clemons, Gray, Kreidler). Emmanuel Rodriguez and to a lesser extent Kaelen Culpepper are earning. a call-up.
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    Meanwhile, James Outman had a pretty good day today, going 2 for 4 (after 0 for 19 start). I don’t think it’s enough to avoid a deserved demotion.
  5. strumdatjag
    With that horrible ending, it’s easy to forget how well Bailey Ober pitched. It’s enough to get me to say that I wrongfully doubted him (in hindsight).
  6. strumdatjag
    Like everything, it’s all about what the Twins get in return. Otherwise, long-term: Why not move Royce Lewis to 1B, and Lee to 3B, if and when Culpepper (Marek Houston?) takes over at SS?
  7. strumdatjag
    I’m going. I hope other fans take advantage of this beautiful day (sunny, 60s) and seeing the hottest team in baseball. I’m shocked at how many who won’t go today will be eager to go in early August when it’s 98 degrees and sweltering humidity - throwing their sweaty bodies into a sea of other sweaty bodies.
  8. strumdatjag
    I like Larnach used against RH pitchers. However, Martin has more speed to cover all ground in LF at Target Field. He deserves the more playing time he is getting. .
  9. strumdatjag
    And Matt Wallner looked lost defensively on a few plays in Right Field in Toronto yesterday as well.
  10. strumdatjag
    This series with the Tigers has been encouraging on the field (nearly blowing the lead on Wednesday was somewhat disturbing, however). I was one of the few in attendance for two of the games (Monday and Wednesday). The attendance was the least I have seen since the days of the un-air-conditioned Metrodome in the early 80s and the old Met in the 70s. The fan base is demoralized. Maybe they could sign Lucas Giolito to a one year $15 million contract as a peace offering to the weary fans (if Giolito would take it). I don’t see it happening. Attendance will pick up as the weather warms up and if the Twins continue to show some fire. But something more needs to be done to put fannies in the seats - There are so few now that the pool of “celebrity look-alikes” is so low that it’s becoming an even more bizarre side-show to the games.
  11. strumdatjag
    I was at the game, which was sparsely attended by an enthusiastic crowd. The Twins have a late-inning video to fire up the crowd. The soundtrack is “Seven Nation Army” by the White Stripes which includes the lyrics - “I’m going to Wichita.” Are Twins players likely to be fired up to go to Wichita (demoted to AA to play for the Wind Surge)?
  12. strumdatjag
    Playing in the City of Minneapolis. What could go wrong? or Maybe Excel Energy is just showing mercy to the Twins fans.
  13. strumdatjag
    When do the Twins Playoff tickets go on sale???
  14. strumdatjag
    I’m optimistic that this will be another fun year of watching Twins baseball. There will be JOY in Mudville. But HOPE is another thing!!!
  15. strumdatjag
    Sorry, I don’t see the analogy. This year, there was no attempt to acquire a veteran starter like Ervin Santana, not to mention Big Sexy Bartolo Colon. There is no core like Buxton-Mauer-Dozier. The 2017 version of Taylor Rogers was a legit closer with Ryan Presley behind him in the pen. The 2026 season looks like a season where this team is transitioning to a new generation of players. I’m excited to see who among Jenkins, Rodriguez, Gonzalez and the young starters can contribute. Hopefully, Wallner and Lee can take big steps to improve and Keaschall turns into an all-star. BUT - Opening Day Optimism creating any hope of a playoff appearance is illogical. I know anything can happen - just not that.
  16. strumdatjag
    Bingo - Unless the band Spinal Tap starts to influence the ratings, then the top score will be 81. Or would that be 85? Are these always in 5 point increments?
  17. strumdatjag
    The Twins have posted the 26 man roster at mlb.com Tristan Gray makes team as utility infielder, Zak Kent and Cody Lawyerson as the final relievers. For now!
  18. strumdatjag
    I see 2026 as a transitional year that probably will be disappointing for the fans. But it’s all about 2027 and 2028. The Twins hopefully will get a majority of owners to join them in 2027 to play hardball in the upcoming labor strife. MLB absolutely needs a salary cap. That and other adjustments can make the league more competitive for the small and midmarket teams. Wouldn’t it be great to see the Yankees as the MLB equivalent of the NFL NY Giants??? After that year of labor strife and a reduced or completely canceled mlb schedule, the Twins should hope to return in 2028 with a roster of rising young stars who are in a system where this franchise has a better shot at competing.
  19. strumdatjag
    I’m concerned about defense in the first half of this season. However, when Jenkins and/or Rodriguez arrive, the outfield defense will improve. Put Buxton and one of those two to cover the big territory in Center and Left Field, and Wallner’s defense in Right Field is less of a problem, especially since he has big arm to keep runners from advancing an extra base. Bringing up a shortstop (Culpepper or Houston) will allow the Twins to move Brooks Lee to a utility role or to 3B if Royce Lewis continues to falter. In the future, defense should improve. First base and to a lesser extent Catcher will continue to be defensive liabilities throughout the season.
  20. strumdatjag
    I know some don’t like my answer above. HOWEVER - Read C4’s account. I’m glad he “survived” but his own account of the events does not sound like he has the midseason, health one would expect from a professional athlete. Or he is simply a bad swimmer. Or maybe, this story was exaggerated a little to provide a more inspiring effect related to his faith. Moreover, I am very familiar with Lake Minnetonka and there are factual reasons to question his account.
  21. strumdatjag
    There are options which would be better than a poor performing Royce Lewis. I accept that he will start the season with the MLB squad. If he underperforms, BETTER options couid include moving. Brooks Lee to 3rd and Kaelen Culpepper or Marek Houston taking over at SS.
  22. strumdatjag
    Royce Lewis is at the top of the list of Yellow Flags (warning!!) on the expected roster. He is followed by Bailey Ober and Trevor Larnach. Those three hopefully show some proficiency in the final Spring Training games.
  23. strumdatjag
    Maybe C4 wasn’t in as good shape as one would have expected.
  24. strumdatjag
    Yep. Keep Outman AND Roden (unless Mothra and Godzilla are available). Maybe we can get the proverbial bucket of balls for Larnach.
  25. strumdatjag
    I’m not saying the upside is mediocre. I’m saying that currently this rotation can only be ranked as mediocre at best. Abel, Bradley and the abundance of young arms gives great hopes for an upside which may or may not be realized. I think you are overly optimistic on Bailey Ober, however. I hope you are right!
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