Milwaukee-Jeff

In close games, little things matter. The baserunning goofs in game 3 vs Baltimore were inexcusable. It made the successful ABS challenges by the Orioles even more damaging. If this team is going to compete at the .500 level, they need to be sharper on defense and running the bases. Three games in, it's difficult to say how low the bar is for the season but if Buxton and Lewis can stay healthy and perform at high levels. that will be a big plus. Personally, I hope the potential future stars now in AA and AAA get a shot, soon. The Twins need a major jolt or the fans will stay away.

It would be fun to see ERod out there as the #1 backup. I think the fans would like that. Martin has no pop - not a great choice for a corner OF. It seems Larnach is the starter by default unless Shelton has other ideas, Roden and Outman - meh.