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  1. Darius
    Already said this in another thread, but pulling the trigger on a trade today after beating the Yankees in game 1 of the series would really energize the fan base. Whatever you’re paying would be worth it in terms of the PR alone, let alone what you’d get on the field.
  2. Darius
    Hey, Falvine. You want the the fans/media to forget the last two months? Make a trade for a reliever today after beating the Yankees last night. Tha fan base would be totally re-energized (I know I would be).
  3. Darius
    I was really impressed with Thorpe out of the bullpen tonight. I love that guy’s intensity.
  4. Darius
    That’s the value of Buxton. He catches that ball, we maintain the lead for st least another batter.
  5. Darius
    Some awesome numbers by Sano lately (before last nights game, I think): Over the last 16 games he’s got more XBH (10) and walks (11) than strikeouts (17). He’s slashing something like .350/.450/.750. (Credit to Do Houng Park). He’s an incredible talent.
  6. Darius
    Of all the things to be tired of with the club, you’re tired of the young stud All-Star starting pitcher with an ERA under 3, an 8+ k/9, and a 150+ ERA+ in 120 innings? Yeah, he’s sure a huge problem.
  7. Darius
    I wouldn’t have said it’s the pocketbook that the Pohlads’ heads are in (they’re lodged firmly somewhere else), but agree with the sentiment.
  8. Darius
    Fans have been saying this for decades now. Not a great look when someone who is supposed to be a franchise cornerstone is putting this out on Twitter. This thing feels close to going full nuclear. And it should be. Let’s see the spin this one.
  9. Darius
    Rogers is a fine reliever. But, his stuff isn’t overpowering by any means. Did everyone see what Liam Hendriks did in game 2 I’d ther series? That’s what a late inning reliever ona World Series contender looks like. Being overworked is a contributor, sure. But, things were going to catch up to Rogers eventually. I’m still not totally convinced he’s the caliber of relieve to be used in a scenario like Game 7 of the ALCS against a RHer like Judge, Springer, etc. At this point, not only is it hurting the team that they have refused to address the bullpen for so long, but it’s becoming a PR nightmare as well. Fans are pissed. They’ll stop coming (and they should). It makes it even worse when you see guys like Presley, Hendriks, etc, dominating in late inning roles for teams that make us look like the bad news bears. We’re not even going to make playoffs. I think everyone is starting to see the writing on the wall. And, honestly, after the start we’ve had and the amount of time they’ve spent idly watching this spiral around the drain, someone should be accountable. What I want to know is, have they presented trades to ownership and have been turned down? Or, are they just chalking the first couple of months up to statistical fluke and are banking in the future. The latter I could stomach, the former would make me a Brewers fan. The 00s would be tough to live through again.
  10. Darius
    Honest question, here. What has this team done in the last two months that could make a person feel that it’s “more likely than not” this team turns it around? The team we all saw in April doesn’t exist anymore. That was fleeting whisp of electric smoke that dissipated into the atmosphere as quickly as it was created. This is not even a playoff caliber team since the calendar turned to June. Guys, I’m a huge Twins fan. I love this team and want it to succeed to badly. But, it’s over. The run is over. We may sneak into the playoffs, but what difference does that make? We’re outclassed by at least one team in every division, including our own (and in the case of the AL East and West, were outclassed by two teams in each). What an epic disappointment this has turned out to be. It actually may be better for everyone to stop caring, and empty the stadium at this point. That’s the only thing that may send a message to the FO/Pohlad. They’re just riding the wave of astronomical profits off of sellouts skyrocketing ratings on an anemic payroll. I know emotions are running high after that one, but ive freaking had it with the Pohlads and any marionette they put in the GM chair. I’m heated. I’ve been screaming that we need bullpen help from the rooftops since this team had the best record in baseball. The FO knows this if some schmuck like me does. The intentions are clear at this point. I won’t give this team another dime at the gate all year, for better or worse.
  11. Darius
    You’re assuming Falvine knows anything. Which players have they brought in here? Marwin Gonzalez? What a world beater he is.
  12. Darius
    What is that, the 4th-5th game just this week that the bullpen has given away? This is just getting absurd. It’s getting the point where either 1). Falvine is incompetent 2) Pohlad won’t OK the moves they want to make. Either way, what the F is the point anymore? Zero chance this franchise wins anything, ever.
  13. Darius
    We need Buxton back. Our record with vs without him is pretty incredible (under .500 without him, insanely good with him). I’m really impressed with how Poland’s has evolved defensively. His inclusion is a little surprising to me.
  14. Darius
    I think Bremer was also implying as much during the broadcast. “You can’t tell me they’d DFA a guy throwing 100 mere months so and every team passed on him,” etc. Honestly, there is no way I can rationalize that as legit. You don’t just throws 100 mph rocketfuel with precision command overnight at the age of 30.
  15. Darius
    I’m not buying the sentiment going around that Indians are streaking only because they’re playing bad teams, and that’s why they’ve caught the Twins. We just got swept by the Mets. Won’t be surprised if we lose the final two of this one (our bullpen outside of Rogers is killing us right now). The Indians are good. But, they’re catching us because we’re allowing them to. It’s really coming down to the inaction of the front office. If they would’ve brought in some bullpen help in the offseason, who knows what the lead be right now (they’ve let 3 get away just this week - May two of them). If they would’ve brought in one or two serviceable relieves a few weeks ago, same story. I’m preparing myself to miss the playoffs altogether. It’s a forgone conclusion.
  16. Darius
    Well, so much for that Rosario bomba exercising demons.
  17. Darius
    Cron makes a lot of smart/savvy plays like that, I’ve noticed.
  18. Darius
    Doesn’t help when the ump gives him 4 inches inside for strike one on both ABs. But good grief Hendriks is impressive. Something ain’t right there.
  19. Darius
    I feel like Sano is going to tie the game here.
  20. Darius
    Cron couldn’t have asked for a better pitch to hit there. Hanger.
  21. Darius
    Sano has been pretty incredible at the plate lately.
  22. Darius
    This damn bullpen.
  23. Darius
    That was a huge win (they all seem that way now). Really fun game to watch. Incredible home run from Rosario. That truly felt like a breakout moment. The change in energy was electric. Garver is pretty incredible as well. He’s emerging as a premier player. The guy can hit. Hopefully this a springboard to 3 of 4.
  24. Darius
    Very good AB for Sano there.
  25. Darius
    When Harvey was good he was dominant. A Cy Young caliber guy. He was one of the most valuable players in the game, and they were attempting to win championships. If you get rid of every high-end guy for a haul of prospects assuming he’ll get injured and have his career derailed by an obscure injury (especially in an age where TJ surgery, knee surgery, etc. are basically routine), then what’s the point? When do you ever win?
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