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  1. rdehring
    Don't disagree, but an easy solution as EmRod can certainly play right.
  2. 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.
  3. rdehring
    Perhaps best written piece I have read all year. And the most reasonable. Thanks, Nick!
  4. 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.
  5. rdehring
    Add me to the list of those who are excited about this group. Curious about a couple others. Was Zebby considered and didn't make the cut? Or has he been around long enough that he wasn't considered? Then there is Alan Roden. What he has done in his inconsistent playing time with the Twins together with his AAA production, I am of the opinion he belongs in major league baseball. Not saying he beats out anyone in this top 10. Just saying he is a big leaguer, whether or not that is with the Twins. Roden and at least one other of the many left-handed hitting outfielders are certainly prospects to be moved, if they don't make the Twins roster next year. And if moved they should bring back something of value to the Twins.
  6. rdehring
    In answer to your question, Nick, I would say, yes, no or maybe? I wasn't in the Twin Cities during the early to mid-80's when the team was ramping up to the '87 World Series. But this past month or so I have the feeling that this young group might be doing what they did. Although Lewis hasn't developed into the player everyone expected Lee and Keaschall made huge progress during the year and look to be solid members of future Twins teams. Add the trio of young prospects who finally arrived and the Twins should have 5/8 of their position player group set well into the 2030's. Add several young pitchers, including those who arrived at the 2025 deadline, a young shortstop and several catchers and their future is bright, very bright. Now they need to make a few smart moves this offseason, assuming there is an offseason to do so.
  7. rdehring
    Love this kid's hustle and hope he remains a Twin for a long, long career. Wasn't one of Moliter's nicknames when in Milwaukee the "ignitor?" Could see Luke being called that.
  8. rdehring
    And best of all SE23, he is a Badger (state, not school).
  9. rdehring
    Suddenly taking pitchers into deep counts is bad? The guys we listen to on tv, the guys who played the game a long time seem to like them as they wear the pitcher down. Yes, they can lead to strikeouts. They can also lead to hits or walk. Two out of three ain't bad, especially in baseball.
  10. rdehring
    So glad to see Jenkins begin hitting like everyone thought he could. Sure, as heck will give him a better winter than had he finished hitting 1 for 10. Hopefully, he will keep getting some hits these last few games. Will continue believing that Prielipp will become an ACE level pitcher, perhaps as soon as 2028.
  11. rdehring
    Interesting group, Cody. Thanks for including what they signed for. I know this was hitters only. Not expecting a lot when you get to pitchers as it seemed their score nearly every day had the opposing team in double digits.
  12. rdehring
    When I read the headline I thought, "oh no, here we go again." After reading it, Greg, I found your article both rational and fair. Thanks. The one line out of the entire piece that caught my eye was a sentence in the first paragraph when you are talking about his playing every day in the outfield. It's when you mention he has play 717 innings in the outfield as a professional. That's less than 80 games. I recently checked his minor league stats and saw he played 20 games in the outfield before arriving with the Twins. The fact is the guys all these stats compare him to had played more in the outfield as him by the time they were freshmen in high school. As several have mentioned above, the guy is athletic and seems to be a hard worker. Get him the coaching he needs and put him in either left or right and leave him there. As for 4 guys for three spots, injuries will take care of that problem.
  13. rdehring
    With all the uncertainty facing baseball this winter, does anyone think any/most MLB teams will be doing much of anything regarding coaching, GM's, etc? Saw you mentioned SWR, Cody. Last I saw of him he was pitching against the Saints, was it in Toledo? Or someplace else?
  14. rdehring
    Certainly, agree with Permanent regarding the draft. Could the Twins again be lucky in the lottery with a top 3 pick? Or higher? Agree that Sunday was a perfect ending to the season for Houston and Winokur. Will we see either of them at Target Field late next year? Both? Also saw some excitement in St. Paul with the Rojas outing. I keep hearing the Twins have 9 starters come spring training. I don't understand, I count 11, if you include Festa and Paredes. That's assuming they are all with the team whenever spring training begins. Seems to make a lot of sense, at least to me, that one of those veterans should be moved over the winter as part of a deal to bring back a top high leverage reliever.
  15. rdehring
    Keaschall, Jenkins, Buxton and Rodriguez. Left field, center field, right field, DH. That's four players and four positions. Sounds like an easy decision to me. Three play in the outfield and one at DH. When all are healthy, rotate so each player is at DH once or twice a week, about three times every two weeks. When one is beat up but not on the IL, he gets more time at DH and less time in the field. When one is on the IL, problem solved. Works for me, at least until two go on the IL at the same time.
  16. rdehring
    We all were wondering if EmRod would get the call. If not, how would they know what they have next spring when he would be out of options? After one game, we all have our answer and I suspect the Twins do as well. The first time I have been able to watch him play an entire game, WOW. What impressed me the most was his smooth play in the outfield. On that assist, he sure as heck didn't look like a rookie playing his first game. Looked like someone who belongs. Welcome to the show, Emmanuel!!! What will be interesting these next 14 or whatever games. EmRod and Jenkins both need to play most games. When both are in the lineup, who will be in left and who in center? [listening to the pre-game, Shelton just said there will be games when both are in the lineup and will probably flip positions in some games.]
  17. rdehring
    Not a clue who will be their five starters on opening day, come next March, April, May or whenever it is. Spring training's purpose is for players to get ready for the season and the team the opportunity to see who should be in the opening day rotation. The only thing I know for certain is that it is nice that they have 9 potential starting arms, as more is better than less. Will they all be with the Twins on opening day? Nobody knows.
  18. rdehring
    Did you check the records of the Mussels and FCL Twins? Will agree however, that it was a sad year for most of the affiliates, especially Cedar Rapids who nearly every year was in the playoffs.
  19. rdehring
    The good news is that none of us need be concerned with making this decision.
  20. rdehring
    Considering he is out of options, EmRod will be with the Twins in '27 unless he is traded over the winter. That's assuming when/if there is a season. Add me to those who don't understand why he isn't with the Twins today. Culpepper will be the Twins shortstop until Houston arrives. If we look at Jenkins track record, memory reminds me he starts slowly after every promotion or return from the IL. This is the final and biggest step. Expect he will be hitting better over the last two weeks. Assuming Buxton is healthy, Jenkins will be the starting left fielder for the Twins come spring. Keaschall should be the Twins lead-off hitter for many years. Defensively, the Twins need to put him in one outfield position and keep him there, probably right field. There have been way too many comments/articles bashing his D. I went back and looked at how many games he played in the outfield prior to the move earlier this summer. Since being drafted, he played 20 games in the outfield in MiLB. Heck most young outfielders played more than that when they were a freshman in high school. You can't compare someone with 20 games to those having hundreds of games in the outfield. The kid is fast and athletic; he will improve and be a solid in the future.
  21. rdehring
    Kendle sure has gotten a lot of folk's interest. Sure got mine this year. Does he have a future in the show? And if so, what role? Your opinion, Steve?
  22. rdehring
    With two teams finishing their season, fantastic to see a 4 game sweep. And how about those bats? Wichita's season isn't done, is it? Did I miss something jmlease regarding Houston? If Wichita has a few games left his season shouldn't be over. Did Canterino only get into one game? If so, curious why he didn't pitch on the weekend? Didn't his arm react well to his first game in however long? If he is ok physically and Wichita has more games, will they move him up to get another game or two in? Will be interesting how he fairs this winter, both physically and contract wise?
  23. rdehring
    Another ugly night with three of the teams giving up 34 runs. The two Fort Myers teams had decent seasons, as did the Saints. But overall, not great. And the pitching has been ugly, flat out ugly. Gets us to that eternal question when thinking about minor league systems. Is the goal to have teams who win with a couple playing for championships? Or is it all about individual player development? Ideally, the answer would be both. Curious how others think about these questions?
  24. rdehring
    Agree with those who are talking about Jeffers being here next year. Don't know if the Twins are considering the QO? If they are, might make a ton of sense to offer $40M for two years or $55+ for three years. As mentioned above, with all the uncertainties next year Jeffers just might take it. On the other hand, considering who his agent is probably doubtful. But the Twins are the only team he has ever known, he seems to like his teammates, and I expect he would be able to survive on $17-$20M per year. The key for the Twins would then be to trade Caratini, even if they need to eat a smallish part of his salary. Would much rather have Jeffers and Jackson than Caratini and Jackson.
  25. rdehring
    Wasn't living here when he played, but expect I can raise my hand.
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