Vanimal46

Don't expect a waiver wire pickup to be an everyday player. I think we can all agree that a waiver wire pickup could improve the horrific bench situation they currently have.

Hmm... I'd probably look for a top 100 SP prospect, and another very young positional prospect or 2.

If Buxton were sent down, that would be a big blow to the defense in the OF.... They're left with Grossman playing everyday out there. Or worse, D Santana playing everyday. They're between a rock and a hard place on this one. For the 4th year in a row, there is no backup plan for a struggling young OF.

Frankly that's what I'm hoping for. Just wanted to see if anyone has been following the waiver wire and if any potential 4th OF has been put on the wire.

Not concerned. Mostly I'm curious who the options have been that they could have picked up while they are the #1 priority on the list... I've been trying to find a list but all that pops up on Google seems to be fantasy baseball related.

Matt Belisle was featured in FanGraph's Sunday Notes column yesterday.

So the Twins have the luxury of being the 1st team on the waiver wire this month, but haven't taken advantage of it... Are there not better options to pick up than what they currently have?

It's even less expensive when you buy in with a group of people and share a login.....

Are you talking about this one? Gladiator Showdown: Aaron Hicks vs. John Ryan Murphy

Welcome aboard! I see you've found the other forums... Keep up the good work!

SSS Alert: In the battle between JRM and Garver, the numbers don't lie... JRM - 5 games, 15 AB, .067/.222/.067 for a whopping .289 OPS Meanwhile... Garver - 6 games, 14 AB, .429/.619/.643 for a team leading 1.262 OPS... Maybe it's time to give Garver the keys for a little while.

Dark Star used to say, "If you can pitch and play defense, you've got a chance to win the ballgame." As we move forward in the season, the pitching is going to regress and the offense is going to improve. It sure would be nice to win a few more close games while they're still at the top in run differential.

This July could be pretty exciting if it shapes out the way we want it to. If they're truly contending, it would be nice to trade a prospect or 2 for immediate help... If they're out of it, they have 2 solid trade pieces to dangle.

All this guy does is pitch scoreless outings. A perfect 7th inning yesterday with 2 Ks.

Boudreau shoukd be safe. I trust him getting whatever team he has to the playoffs. I think this is the summer where Fletcher's seat gets hot... He's on his 3rd HC, and these are the players he's acquired. I don't think this core is enough to win a Stanley Cup.

Hey! Now we're getting close to mine.... 2000 Chevy Blazer. Nicknamed her silver slugger. That thing burned oil faster than what I could put in it. Topped it out at a whopping 97 MPH on a country road!

That's a sweet ride! Was yours also rusted out on top?

Sigh.... Just a depressing playoff performance all around. They've tried to win with this core of players for 3 years now. I think the time is right to make a blockbuster trade and switch it up.

What are we baking?

What are you talking about? I'm 1-0 baby!!

I don't know, I'm pretty salty over Gorgonzola...

ANNND Welcome Back! To Minnesota Twins Whine Line on a Sunday. How FUN was that game yesterday?! Erv listened to his favorite band Cake and Went the Distance against those poor White Sox. If you missed it, here's the highlights to catch up: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wAKsOScyITw Today we have the final game of this series, WINNER take all, as they say. Before we get into more fun and debauchery, let's talk weather and lineups. It's going to be a beautiful Easter Sunday! Sunny and 65 degrees at first pitch. Pretty breezy! 15 MPH out of the West. Maybe a Sano blast is in our future! Minnesota Twins (7-4): P- Hector Santiago (L) - REVENGE game against his former team! Chicago White Sox (5-5): P- James Shields ® - Having a bounce back season after struggling last year. As you know, yesterday the Twins won the division title in the wrestling ring... Today we're going to get back to our ROOTS! Here's your HAWT taeks of the day to think about: Erv BEST Pitcher in baseball?: In case if you've been sleeping under a rock, he's been pitching very well so far. 22 IP, 0.41 ERA, only given up 5 hits total! Sure, you may be saying, "But Van, Thor is really good too!" To that I say pfft, dude can't even get his fingernails figured out yet. AND his ERA is DOUBLE to what Erv has. If the Mets called, I'd say NO DEAL and hang up aggressively. Miguel Sano: It's no secret your host has a man crush on him... He hits the ball so F'ing hard, and learned how to take more pitches this year! What's been the biggest change with him? Could it be as simple as his new hairstyle? We seem to think so! The new dreads makes him look even more ATHLETIC, and gives him confidence to crush home runs. Until this trend changes, everyone in the lineup needs to grow dreads! Future trade: A couple of years ago, we debated on this site whether it was smart to trade for Troy Tulowitzki... Maybe we were going after the WRONG Tulowitzki. Check out this video of his kid, 3 year old Taz, at the plate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6tVmqcj4uc Pretty sweet swing there! I'm on record that the Twins made a HUGE mistake not trading for Tulo so they could have the rights to him, AND his kid. Let's make up for this mistake by trading Michael Tonkin for the kid straight up. Lawn Games: Spring is finally here! What better way to avoid talking about politics/ with your crazy uncle, or listening to your aunt's exciting water aerobics classes than by playing lawn games?! Best lawn games, ranked: - Cornhole (AKA Bean bag toss) - Washers - Bocce Ball - Backyard baseball - Horseshoes - getting punctured by a metal lawn dart - Croquet Easter Sunday Menu: Sounds like I'll be eating smoked Pork shoulder, with cheesy potatoes, Mac and cheese, assorted fruits, veggies, and dessert! What's on your menu today? Have a great Easter Sunday, and WIN Twins!!

Technically, they may tie today because of the rain. How's it looking up there in Minneapolis?

There's a few beers in the fridge from last night... A good ol' beer smash will wake you right up!

Big thanks to Bark for creating the amazing pics of Sano, Dozier, and Ervin beating up AL Central opponents!!