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Road to a Rebound: Royce Lewis
theBOMisthebomb replied to Nick Nelson's topic in Twins Daily Front Page News
I'm going with the baseball gods smote Royce when he bragged on June 20, 2024, about how he doesn't "do that slump thing". -
I do this type of comparison frequently with all the Minnesota men's major league sports teams. Last year, when the Eagles won the Super Bowl, I thought back to the NFC Championship game the week after the Minneapolis Miracle. The Vikings failed to take advantage of the miracle and the chance to play in the Super Bowl in their home stadium and were crushed by the eventual champion Eagles. The Eagles have three Super Bowl appearances and two titles since then while the Vikings are stuck in their usual up and down mediocrity with no franchise quarterback. Same thing with the Timberwolves compared to OKC. They are NBA champs, passing by the Wolves as the top up and coming team and turned it into a championship.
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Right. He might be LVP here, however, I saw DaShawn Keirsey Jr. hit a walk-off RBI single on May 11, 2025, to give the Minnesota Twins a 7-6 victory over the San Francisco Giants. He hit the ball 'right at me' toward my seat at Target Field. I had my daughter and grandson with me, so it's just a great memory. Aren't at least a few of these guys the prospect types who were pumped as being the next valuable piece in the lineup? It's why I'm skeptical of the prospect talk hyping a guy who's done nothing in the MLB.
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How could the Royce Lewis playoffs moment only be 2 years ago... it feels like 20.
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I'm taking it as a lighthearted comment. You are not off base in many respects. I mean, I probably have about 50 years left on this earth... and I'm guessing that my four favorite men's professional sports teams (Twins, Timberwolves, Vikings, Wild) will not win a championship during that time. I could either give up following those teams or sit back and enjoy the experience of the games detached from outcome. What about bringing the "We're gonna win Twins" song to Target Field? I remember it at the Metrodome. I'm with you on the multiple uniforms and team colors. You could pick a hundred Twins fans at a Twins home game and not a one of them would match.
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Yes, Gardy was overrated and stayed well past expiration date. Your examples could have been chalked up to bad luck, though at some point the manager needs to shoulder the blame.
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There are some fine ideas here. Although, we are forgetting that winning gets rear ends in the seats. Plus, this market is notorious for being fair weather and front running fans. I push back on how expensive the Twins experience is. To go to the Spinal Tap II movie tonight it's $15 per ticket. The ticket costs are reasonable at the Twins games in comparison. For food, you can bring your own food. The value concession stands, family section, and dollar dog nights offer multiple affordable options with minimal effort. It isn't just 612 Saturdays that offer affordable food and drink at Target Field. Finally , parking can be had for $10 on LaSalle Avenue, a few minutes walk through the skyway to Target Field. The $25 in Ramps ABC is a bit pricey, that point is valid. However, there are affordable nearby parking options. Food information: Value Menu Pricing Item Sections/Portables Price Hot Dog Sections: 120, 133, 311, 323 $3.99 Soft Pretzel Sections: 120, 133, 311, 323 $4.49 Popcorn Sections: 120, 133, 311, 323 $3.49 Peanuts Sections: 120, 133, 311, 323 $2.99 Fountain Soda Sections: 120, 133, 311, 323 $2.49 Bud/Bud Light Can Sections: 120, 133, 311, 323 $5.99 Bottle Aquafina Sections: 120, 133, 311, 323 $3.99 Ice Cream Novelty Sections 120, 133, 311, 323 $3.49 Dollar-A-Dog Days Hot dogs are just $1 at Target Field during every Tuesday home game! Bring the family and enjoy a ballpark classic without breaking the bank Kids Zone Sunday Kids Days are presented by Target. As part of Sunday Kids Days, Target transforms the lawn inside Gate 34 to Bullseye Backyard (Memorial Day – Labor Day), kids 12 and younger can run the bases postgame, PLUS U.S. Bank Kids Meals are half off (reduced from $8 to $4)! Tickets in the family section tonight are $26 after fees and that's for the ticket, hot dog, and soda. You can take your family of four to a Friday night game tonight for $104 plus $25 for parking in Ramps ABC for a total of $129. It seems reasonable for a night of entertainment for a major professional sports league, although I realize all budgets are different.
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The mode of 'just enjoy each game regardless of outcome' and don't worry about the future is my plan. It seems the only reasonable choice to stay grounded. We're still watching major league baseball, it's the sport I love.
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It's typical to underachieve for the major league professional men's sports teams from Minnesota for the last 34 years. Following that pattern, the Twins tanking the last five years is par for the course and not surprising.
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This was obviously a column with opinion, not an article.
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Minnesota Twins Back to Selling Hope
theBOMisthebomb replied to Nate Palmer's topic in Twins Daily Front Page News
"Hope" = no chance to win the World Series, be a legitimate contender to advance in the playoffs, and not relevant. This is a frustrating place as a serious fan after what happened in 2023 postseason and no World Series appearance since 1991.- 36 replies
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The Minnesota Twins Have Failed Byron Buxton
theBOMisthebomb replied to Matthew Taylor's topic in Twins Daily Front Page News
I don't know, man. This one seems like an even flip. The Twins stuck with Buxton through so many injuries and periods of poor play. I think the franchise has some equity on this one. I don't feel sorry for Buxton. He was paid handsomely by the Twins and could waive his no trade clause. As upset as I am after last Thursday, this topic doesn't register for me as a hot button. -
This franchise is stuck in mediocre status or worse for the foreseeable future. It's obvious the fan base cares more about on field results than the owners. What a sad state of affairs. I will keep watching and attending because of my love for the sport. Beyond that, I understand casual fans and even long term dedicated fans jumping ship.
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The entire fire sale at the trade deadline ordeal feels disingenuous as the front office has not addressed the salary dump aspect (at least from everything I've seen and heard). Falvey's interview on the Friday television broadcast was just stating the Twins haven't played well enough since the start of 2024, tough decisions, and the vast majority of the time he pumped up the new prospects acquired. At least give the fans some credit for having a bit of intelligence.
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Did you play in high school, college, town ball, or the minor leagues? I find everyone's playing journey interesting. If you are located in or near Minnesota and want to continue playing the sport, there is an age 50+ baseball league and also a 60+ baseball league. They use wood bats and it's a great chance to get out there and compete.
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Yes, it looked like a cheap shot by Hunter. At least by today's standards, although nobody seemed too upset in the video.
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I'm not sure why it's a wasted season. This is the ultimate team sport. Although the Twins are just on the fringes of wild card contention and appear to be sliding out of relevance, Buxton's contributions have mattered.
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I met George at the open tryouts for the Saints at CHS Field. I thanked him for giving me the chance to dream for an afternoon. He was really respectful and took the time to acknowledge my efforts even though I was in my early forties and just there to see what I could do with obviously no chance to make the squad. I also used to call and email questions to his weekly Saints show.
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Thank you again for the memories. I was there for all three of those 3,000th hit milestone games.
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Perhaps more Gardy era playoff success would have boosted some of the cases.
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