18-13 is a huge improvement and if we are even at 23-17 at the quarter mark, you have to give Molitor early consideration for manager of the year. They are playing over their heads and considering the Santana news and the 1-6 start, the improved play in all facets of the game is admirable. Biggest factors to date - proved leadership Molly and Hunter Bullpen Thompson and Perkins Defense Schaefer, Plouffe, Mauer, Dozier, now Rosario (Arcia might not get his job back) Timely hitting - everyone