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  1. MN_ExPat
    Well said. It was more of a statement on the many imperfections of the game and that most of us appreciate the fact that baseball probably more than any other sport embraces the traditions of the past (sometimes to a fault, but embraces them nonetheless). But as far as automation goes, if the Twins were winning and in contention right now, would any of us really be barking about those head scratching calls on the balls and strikes?
  2. MN_ExPat
    As much as the out of zone calls feel like a gut punch, I'm STILL not sold on automated strike zones. That imperfection is one of the things that make baseball beautiful (albeit tragic and cruel, but beautiful nonetheless).
  3. MN_ExPat
    But I hear that they are on Double Secret Probation now...
  4. MN_ExPat
    It was disheartening to watch the bats, as they made Chacin look like an All-Star. At least Berrios pitched a heck of a game.
  5. MN_ExPat
    Quite possible. Something tells me though we'll be surprised in some way (either more trades than we thought or less, although I have a sneaking suspicion that it will be less for some reason).
  6. MN_ExPat
    I had have to agree. The new FO has had to make a very large, very calculated review of the whole system from the MLB roster to rookie ball to truly see what they have from an inside vantage point. This is not something that can be done overnight and henceforth I feel that this may be why we are seeing SO many plug and play waiver pickups, and reclamation projects. Yes, it drives me batty most of the time (why isn't Falvine calling up my favorite prospects?), but baseball is a difficult, oftentimes cruel, and demanding mistress. We can bandy about all the fancy, new age moneyball, I'm smarting than you statistics all we want, but... at the end of the day we as fans aren't the ones making the "Is this decision going to cause the organization to implode, get me fired and have my wife run off with the pool boy" type of choices. Those types of soul shaking, bowel shaking bouts of remorse are often better left to those who live and breath this stuff on a daily basis. The FO isn't stupid, and I'm pretty sure they know what they are doing or at least what they want to do. Just because we don't what Falvey or Levine are thinking right now doesn't they don't have the team's, the players or the fans best interest at heart. While I may not always agree with or understand some of the FOs decisions, at the end of the day I am just grateful that or Twins are at least competitive and entertaining. What else can we truly ask for?
  7. MN_ExPat
    True, but he does still have I believe 12K in 14 2/3 innings. Not lights out, but still pretty good, and considering some of the alternatives already in the pen... I don't think he would be worse if he could at least keep up similar numbers in the majors. REALLY hoping that he's nothing like Tonkin.
  8. MN_ExPat
    1.84 ERA / .184 Average against / .95 WHIP How is that bad or disappointing?
  9. MN_ExPat
    How about... I like turtles!
  10. MN_ExPat
    Oh... and yes I'M #1, FIRST COMMENT!!!! Of course I have to temper that with the fact that it reads like I fell asleep in class taking notes and has both the drool stain and REALLY large ink spot on the page that you hope no one sees.
  11. MN_ExPat
    Interesting thoughts Seth. I'm glad that I'm not a GM, as I have a hard enough time (read pretty much impossible really) being impartial when my son takes the mound or field.
  12. MN_ExPat
    Hey Seth, that just made me think about Kiriloff and where he might slot next year when he returns from TJ. Considering the season he had last year, I wonder if the FO starts him off E-Town to get re-acclimated or Cedar Rapids? Of course a great amount would depend on how he responds to the surgery and rehab.
  13. MN_ExPat
    Sorry to disagree... the SEC still sucks
  14. MN_ExPat
    I totally agree with you. This year, Rosario has been... well, I think only good way you could say his defense has been is, off. He's got the physical tools and athleticism to excel as a MLB outfielder. However, as we have all seen on multiple occasions, his confidence in his own abilities seems to extend into the realm of reckless. My comment really stems more from the, most likely misguided, hope that he somehow can overcome his headstrong and often reckless play style.
  15. MN_ExPat
    I wouldn't call Rosario's defense brutal. He's very athletic and seems to often takes chances that he shouldn't or bad routes because of that (plus he just doesn't seem truly comfortable in Center). I don't believe he'll ever win a Gold Glove, not a "bad" defender though. But I will agree with the sentiment that he is beyond frustrating at times
  16. MN_ExPat
    Of course.... 'Merica! but in honor of Der Max...Fur das vaterland, Deutschland uber alles!
  17. MN_ExPat
    I'd have to agree with you. Rosario is an athletic outfielder and a fairly decent left fielder, but he seems just a little bit uncomfortable with center. Kepler has seemed, at least IMHO, to have a better "feel" for the center pasture.
  18. MN_ExPat
    You know folks, this is really starting to sound like the ol' .45 is WAAAAAAY better/cooler/manlier than 9mm arugument (it is but that's irrelevant right now).
  19. MN_ExPat
    You're probably at least somewhat correct Roster. Although we as fans will most likely see something in between meh and eternal baseball glory. This is baseball and almost nowhere else does the law of averages rule quite the same way.
  20. MN_ExPat
    And don't forget that "corner infielder" is hurt or there is a good chance he would be a Cedar Rapids right now. The Twins DO have good (possibly great even) prospects. We as fans get WAAAAY to hung up on that overly silly "Top 100" List.
  21. MN_ExPat
    Wow, that's.... Well bless their (Sox fans) little hearts.
  22. MN_ExPat
    Well said Sir.
  23. MN_ExPat
    What??? I'm assuming this is sarcasm, because have you actually looked at his numbers? ...and besides even IF he was actually playing bad, he's only played 16 professional games. Until a player has played a few years, that label can't be accurately affixed.
  24. MN_ExPat
    I....... well, I have no words. Where's my beer?
  25. MN_ExPat
    Here's the link for the Twins Draft picks http://puckettspond.com/2017/06/26/minnesota-twins-2017-mlb-draft-picks-first-taste-milb/
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