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I don't see anyone saying that. My point was that a young player could fail and be left with what seems like a fortune today, but might not last until he dies 70 years from now. On AVERAGE I suspect that an average schoolteacher is more financially secure over the long run than an average baseball draft pick. The difference is that the few players who have successful careers can make a fortune. I can see why someone who might make a fortune if his career takes off might also be worried about becoming a financially insecure "has been" if he washes out. In that context, changing his swing seems risky from his perspective. I appreciate his candor.

Pro sports players need to make their money young so that they have enough for a lifetime. If all goes well (and considering his injury history), Lewis might make it to age 35. If he loses his swing, he could be washed up in 2 years. After paying taxes, Boras and living expenses Lewis might now have around $4 million of assets, but that might have to last him for 70+ years, unless he proves good at some other vocation. He needs to earn a lot more to guarantee lifelong prosperity. I feel sympathy for the young players who did not get big signing bonuses, especially the ones who skipped college. I wonder how they feel when they wash up and college scholarships are not available to them.

If I was trying to sell the team I would focus on increasing revenues not cutting expenses. Trading the top two pitchers does not seem wise. How many more seats will go empty next year if they trade these popular players? If we factor in reduced attendance, how much would they really save?

It seems to me that this is more a matter of seeing a potential silver lining than cheering for losses. I still root for wins, but after a loss I console myself with hopes of a better draft pick. Is it OK to cheer for Rocco to not miss any time due to illness? So long as Rocco is in the clubhouse I expect that the losses will take care of themselves. 🙂 Also, it seems to me that this is a good time to preview the young prospects, knowing that this might increase the losses during the balance of a lost season. Ideally, this will occur in games against teams that are out of contention so that it does not affect the playoff races.

I have little faith in the Twins' ability to develop top picks into star players and to keep them healthy.

After yesterday's performance I would prefer Gasper.

Uh oh.

It seems to me that the Twins need to do a better job teaching fundamentals in the minor leagues and, as needed, for the major leaguers. Bad baserunning decisions suggest poor coaching.

Why not implement this training program for all hitters?

I loved the velocity and the movement. If he can improve his command I think he can be a great pitcher. Maybe he had some yips. I hope he gets more starts.

At the very least they should have kept Varland.

Great idea! I would pay an extra dollar for every pihranna they include on the tank, and an extra $100 if they use a very large tank with a starving great white shark.

They won't "catch" the White Sox or the Rockies, but I think they have a shot at the Pirates.

I wish that there was some way to force at least one Pohlad to attend every home game to share in the humiliation. At least the Twins are improving their chances of a top pick in next year's draft, which they may or may not bungle.

I agree, but would also like a manager who inspires players to give 110% effort, like taking late night batting practice, as well as an organizational culture that preaches and rewards hard work and fundamentals. My sense is that the Twins' have not adequately emphasized working hard to play top level defense and in my mind that is one symptom of a culture of apathy.

I admire your attitude. Never give up.

Byron Buxton?

I believe that player evaluation and development are very important. I suspect that hiring one of the top player evaluators from the Brewers could save the Twins millions of dollars over the long run and produce better rosters. I also think that player development is very important, and my sense is that the Twins could do a better job in the minors helping players improve their defense and even their running speed. I love good fundamentals and often feel like vomiting when a Twins player knows less about bunting than some little league players.

My understanding is that teams that suffer from reduced attendance get penalized with respect to revenue sharing. I found this on the Baseball America Website: "To determine who gets a distribution, the commissioner is to compare the club’s non-media net local growth rate to other payee clubs; the club’s success at reducing the total amount of proceeds it" receives under the revenue sharing plan through revenue growth of non-media Net Local Revenue, the club’s total non-media net local revenue compared to its average non-media net local revenue over a five- and 10-year period; the club’s non-media net local revenue in relation to its market score; the club’s total paid attendance in relation to its market score and the club’s long- and short-term efforts to grow its non-media net local revenue. That preceding paragraph is a very wordy way of saying that the commissioner is to dispense the money to teams who receive revenue sharing who are working to increase attendance, fan engagement and improve the marketing and promotions." Source: https://www.baseballamerica.com/stories/details-from-the-new-2022-2026-collective-bargaining-agreement/ I wish that I knew how this actually works and hope that it actually helps us. If I were the new partners I would suggest that the team now show regret for recent performance and seek redemption. It took guts for one of the Pohlads to admit years ago that there was "total system failure." The fans need more of that level of candor, as well as reasons for hope.

If the purchase price is going to the sellers (members of the Pohlad family) then I suspect that none of it will be used to pay down the debt.

I am no longer watching any games -- it's not fun seeing this team play and how they are being managed. Maybe there is a chance that Ryan can spark a win tomorrow, but overall the future seems bleak.

Acording to mlbtradrumors.com, Jax asked to be traded after he became aware of the big selloff.

Interesting article -- https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/minnesota-twins If it's true then I don't blame the player.

Maybe he has decided to flee the country rather than join the Twins.

For those who are angry with the Pohlads, one option is to boycott all of their businesses. It appears that their portfolio is fairly vast -- https://www.pohladcompanies.com/businesses#:~:text=United Properties has been creating,innovative mindset focused on stability. In particular, it appears that they own a lot of rental real estate -- https://www.uproperties.com/ I would not want to live in one of their buildings or rent office space from them or put my aged parent in one of their assisted living facilities. As for attending Twins games, I would not go unless I can find a T-shirt or make a sign that expresses my dismay about what the owners have done. Actions should have consequences, even for billionaires.