I don't have a problem with the decision in this particular game given that it was an elimination game. I just don't like the overall process of making a plan before the game and sticking to it no matter how the game plays out. A manager should adapt his plan based on how the players are playing. I don't think the Twins do that.
I love watching Cruz play this year and he has been huge. Thome was a great signing as well. However, the Twins don't win a World Series without Morris. IMO, that makes him far and away the best Twins free agent signing ever.