Don Walcott
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I get your point, but "lies, damn lies, and statistics." Eddie does not play the game like other players. Eddie doesn't have the same approach at the plate, the same decision-making on the base paths or in the field, nor the same level of concentration as many players on this team. However, he's different. There's something special he brings to the field and to the club house. We are lucky to have so much depth in the outfield in this organization. And it seems we should be able to trade from this position in the off-season. However, Eddie is a big part of this team. He's gone through the worst seasons and hung in there. He does what he does, and often wins us games. I don't think he's easily replaceable.
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Streaks and records are consolation prizes.
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I love that you're consistent.
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From USA Today, Polanco is questionable with a sore right middle finger. Dyson is questionable with a sore shoulder. No timetable on Marwin (Gonzalez). Gibson on the IL until mid-September, no other news on his condition. I'm betting Polanco and Dyson are held out for another game at least. I would be surprised to see Gibson back when he's eligible to come off the IL. Marwin's a complete mystery at this point.
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Agree. They should seriously consider moving him to 1st base as soon as possible. Even if that means letting Cron walk.
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Game Thread: Twins @ Red Sox, 9/4/19 @ 6:10pm CT
Don Walcott replied to twinssporto's topic in Archived Game Threads
I remember that prediction. It was right around the All-Star break, right?- 177 replies
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Game Thread: Twins @ Red Sox, 9/4/19 @ 6:10pm CT
Don Walcott replied to twinssporto's topic in Archived Game Threads
Interesting that Kepler's leading off against a lefty. I guess with Garvsauce out of the lineup, Tortuga would not be the prototypical Bomba Squad leadoff hitter.- 177 replies
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I don't see any reason why we wouldn't have these guys up. Rocco will have multiple options in most situations. If someone doesn't pitch well, he can pull them immediately. The pressure is on for the fringe bullpen guys, and some (I hope, all) of them will likely step up to the challenge, knowing it is a big moment for their careers. Harper was really good for a while. He slumped. He has a chance to regain his mojo. He give us something very different. Hildy was really good in several stretches with the Twins over the past few years. He slumped and was hurt. Now he seems to be back to form. He also gives us something very different. Romero will only be used if we need to eat innings in a blowout. But he was really good at the beginning of last year as a starter. He knows he has the talent to pitch his way into the team for next year. And he can learn a lot about being a big league reliever just by being in the big leagues. If they don't get many opportunities, we have plenty of other guys to use so we don't burn out the bullpen before the playoffs. If they do get opportunities, they are saving other arms for the playoffs. It's good for the team. It's good for the potential development of each of these guys. How can this not be seen as a "win-win"?
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Except, of course, Raymond Luxury Yacht. He's one of us. And it's pronounced "Throatwobbler Mangrove."
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Good point. ROY next year, Cy Young in 2021. Otherwise, we fire Wes Johnson.
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Don't be absurd. He has to be retired for 5 years to be eligible for the HoF. But I do expect a first ballot election.
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Based on what I've read, and one inning today, I will be sorely disappointed if Brusdar Graterol does not win the Cy Young Award next year.
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Good mound visit.
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100!
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They come to snuff the Rooster. But the Brusdar comes to snuff them.
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We’ve now used Dyson and Romo. I’m expecting Taylor Rogers next. Can someone please tell Rocco the score?
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Left leg tightness? Wow, I hope Kep loosens up a bit.
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Angel is just calling everything a strike now. Three straight balls to Sano, there.
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This post did not age well. Of course, you knew it wouldn’t.
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Get him out of there, Rocco!!
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Tortuga!!
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Good point. Maybe he should be running for President instead.
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They should have Bert there when Kaat is there. They seem to have fun together.
