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  1. rdehring
    Time for my qualifier, Mike. When I post the smiley face I do it for comments that brought a smile to my face. I sure wish TD would have two smiley faces, one that makes you smile and another that indicates something more sarcastic (their haha).
  2. rdehring
    Yes, he is a Boras client. I may be seeing something others aren't, but it seems to me he is a big part of this team and likes his teammates. With the exciting young players on the horizon, he just might want to be a part of it. At least the Twins should make that part of their sales pitch when offering a multi-year contract, even one that overpays him a couple million a year. As for our young prospects, at best Lackey is two years away. Having Jeffers for another three seems to fit that timeline. Whether it's the QO or an extension, if he signs the Twins need to move on from Caratini regardless of the return and how many $$$ they need to pay.
  3. rdehring
    Add me to those who believe Ryan should have been traded last offseason. And certainly, at last year's deadline. With those two in the rear-view mirror, it is a must that he goes this offseason. Why? Look at Tampa, Cleveland and the Brew Crew. A competitive small market team must, I will repeat must move on from their most expensive and valuable players before their value deteriorates as they near free agency. Maybe these teams keep one of their best and most popular players for his career, think Mauer, Buxton, maybe Jenkins in the future. The rest cannot stay. As for who he can be traded to and what they can get, I'll let the guys with the knowledge and ability to do a deal make that decision. By the way, look at Tampa, Cleveland and the Brew Crew today as they are the last three standing.
  4. rdehring
    Count me among those most concerned about 2027. The first five you list are all exciting young prospects that should pitch a lot of innings in 2027. And they all have some, albeit limited major league experience. Of the four veterans, seems to make sense to extend Lopez and trade two of the other three. Hopefully, the return will include one very good bullpen arm who will help next year. Two veterans, plus the five young guns should give the Twins one of the better staffs in baseball going into next year. As for 2028, guys my age can only hope we are still here seeing what our team is putting on the field.
  5. rdehring
    Great read, Cody. Thanks. Zoll really doesn't need to do all that much this winter. And that is probably good as there likely won't be a lot of time to do whatever needs to get done. Unlike many of you, the only position player decision I see as needed is behind the plate. With Houston on the horizon and Roden reacquainting himself with his first base glove, I am fine with Royce and Roden handling first until Houston arrives and Cody joins the mix. Wait on any decisions about Royce until the trade deadline as one last chance to deliver. Zoll could show me a lot if he somehow manages to keep Jeffers for another year or two. Or longer. Understand the current catching situation isn't great insofar as the running game is concerned. But he seems like a key part of this team. Keep Jeffers and the only work remaining is ridding the roster of a few players who many of us see as blocking younger players who should be playing. Wouldn't it be fantastic if he could trade Larnach, or Larnach plus a mid-level prospect for a very good reliever? Could he trade Wallner for a youngish backup catcher with some big-league experience, perhaps someone who has disappointed with his bat and needs a change of scenery? Also keeping Jeffers probably means they should move on from Caratini, but that is a less important decision that could also wait until summer.
  6. rdehring
    Adding Houston would mean moving Culpepper to second, where with his tools he should be excellent defensively.
  7. rdehring
    No. The single biggest issue is what the management does to improve the team over the winter. Example. They trade Larnach and throw in a lower-level prospect, say someone outside their top 20 who was solid for the FCL Twins last summer (or maybe the Mussels). In return they get a promising reliever who was at AAA last summer with a cup of coffee for team X. The net result would be a noticeable payroll reduction, yet the team could be improved in 2027. And yes, this example may prove you correct, as is does relate to payroll.😀 It just seems all the discussion is related to how much it will increase. There are several moves they could make that would reduce payroll, perhaps enough that they could be better in 2027 with a payroll similar to this year. Should that happen, they will likely continue to get bashed for how much they spend, even if they win many more games.
  8. rdehring
    Great piece, Cody. I expect the Twins are as happy as a pig in the proverbial you know what that they have both prospects. Give them all-star quality players in center, short and soon behind the plate and they will be a team we all can be excited about
  9. rdehring
    I have a question related to this discussion. Should both sides shock us and agree on a new CBA before spring training, the opening of camps is about 120 days from now. My question is how many payroll related posts will the writers of TD have between now and the opening of camp? I will put the number at 120, you pick the over or under.
  10. rdehring
    Yes, the Twins have been slow for way too long.
  11. rdehring
    Could not agree more with your comment, Nashville. Loved it!
  12. rdehring
    In know Roden played first base at Creighton. My question is: how much? Was he competent there? Or filling in a few games? What I am fairly certain of is Roden belongs in major league baseball. If the Twins don't have a spot, they should be able to include him in a package that brings back something of need. Roden is an upper mid-west guy. Wondering, could he be similar to another of those guys who plays first base for the Cubs? That worked out nicely for the Cubbies, didn't it?
  13. rdehring
    Leipold? Maybe, but probably not. His wife is another story, she is part of Racine, WI Johnson Wax family. Could the recent Timberwolves sale be what is happening? A limited partner flipping his interest with the majority owner?
  14. rdehring
    I am of the opinion that the Twins, or any team for that matter, should never let a player with value leave without receiving something in return. Although my solution isn't easy, it should be doable. That would be to trade him in November prior to the lockout. If not possible, offer arbitration and work to trade him after the lockout. Have always liked him, but the Twins must open the corner outfield spots for the young guys.
  15. rdehring
    The only one I would like to see is the guy from St. Louis, who is likely either unavailable or way too expensive. The others are either injured or can't play first base. Isn't Clemens as good an option as any of these guys except the St. Louis guy? Move him to first full time and find a second baseman. Maybe give Lewis two-thirds of a season to prove he can get the job done. Should he fail, Houston comes up and Culpepper moves to second. If Lewis succeeds and Houston is ready at the trade deadline, move Lewis.
  16. rdehring
    Shocking that the Twins have 5 catchers in their top 20. A few years back there weren't any, were there? Cedar Rapids season is flat out shocking. Haven't they been in the playoffs nearly every year since joining the Twins however long ago? Is part of it the fact Dinkelman isn't their manager any longer? Who is the manager and is he a concern? Thinking of the local fans, hopefully the Kernels will be back in the hunt next year. I have never seen Houston play, live or on tv. Is his defense really good and you will notice the difference watching a game or two? Or is it at another level that when watching a series you leave saying WOW? Or is he a solid defender with our having been led to believe is special?
  17. rdehring
    Interesting piece Nick. I guess it is a sign of the times that we will be talking about payroll most days between now and whenever the season begins. I for one could care what the payroll is. What I do care about is that the FO makes good decisions and the team we see on the field for opening day is a better team than the one we saw much of this past season. And not only better, but more interesting with many of our young future stars playing on the West side of the Mississippi River. With that said, I expect payroll in 2027 will be higher. How much is anyone's guess. The only other thought I have is that I do not believe the Twins should allow any players with value to leave for nothing. That means they must offer arbitration to Ober, Larnach and Lewis. That is unless they cut a deal prior to arbitration, which I assume they will do. This also doesn't mean that any of them should be on their opening day roster. Rather, it means they have some work to do over what will be a difficult off-season to get at least two of the above trio (Larnach and Ober) moved for something in return.
  18. rdehring
    I thought that days on the major league IL counted towards service time. Is that wrong? Got a good smile from your comment about 'there's almost always ambiguity regarding injuries." Tell that to Brock Faber.
  19. rdehring
    I don't really care how much the Twins payroll increases. I care that they improve the team with good off-season decisions. Unfortunately, this off-season will likely be a total mess with the CBA challenges. What I want them to accomplish is: 1) trade several players to clear their roster, including Larnach, Wallner, Ryan and probably Ober; 2) get several young players from those trades who will be close to playing for the Twins early next year; 3) Sign a starting catcher for at least two years, hopefully Jeffers; and 4) sign at least two relievers with one being a top late inning closer. There are other questions that must be addressed, including Lewis and first base. Seems the payroll will increase, but the above would make me happy regardless of whether the payroll is up $10M or $40M. As for Zoll, seems like a capable young man who has ten months under his belt and the opportunity to prove he is the man for the Twins going forward. Personally, would love to see him succeed.
  20. rdehring
    Great story in 2026 for the Twins. Is it the top one? Maybe. Young man should be even better in 2027. Want to expect him becoming that left-handed ACE the Twins haven't had since Johann. What is also interesting is that Rojas stuff may actually be better. Gotta expect the Twins are going to move a couple of those veteran starters this offseason, Ryan? Ober? Kremer?. Hopefully, before the league shuts down on December 1.
  21. rdehring
    Interesting piece, Nick. Very interesting, thanks. Like a few above I don't see any difference between Jeffers and Buxton. Buxton had a few more at bats, was better defensively and if memory serves, was as good as anyone in the league before his injury. Both should be either A- or B. Or is a B+ more appropriate for both? See you appreciate that Roden had a solid year, although not a lot of big-league at bats. I see him as a solid big-league player, either with the Twins or someone else. Just don't know where he fits with the Twins, unless he unpacks the first base glove he had back at Creighton. Will join those comments that Ross, Sabato and others with less than 25 at bats should be given an incomplete.
  22. rdehring
    Don't disagree, but an easy solution as EmRod can certainly play right.
  23. rdehring
    Many of you talk about Buxton, mostly his health. His injuries lead to holes in the outfield with too many games played by AAAA players. I believe the Twins have solved this concern without trading Buxton, who like many of us is one of my favorites. That outfield was on the field the past few weeks, Rodriguez, Jenkins and Keaschall. Keaschall is a grinder who works his butt off. For that reason, I believe he will be better in right field in 2027. When Buxton is healthy, rotate each thru the DH position a day or two each week. When Buxton, or Rodriguez, or Jenkins is injured, problem solved. I don't know what this means for Martin, who I like. Also don't know what this means for Roden, who I believe belongs in the big leagues. Maybe one is traded? I recently saw that Roden played some first base in college, maybe that's an option.
  24. rdehring
    Perhaps best written piece I have read all year. And the most reasonable. Thanks, Nick!
  25. rdehring
    Hindsight is always 20/20. Add me to those above who believe you can't cherry-pick which trades they shouldn't have done. Also, trades for prospects cannot be judged one year after the trade.
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