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  1. rdehring
    Add me to those who believe a Kreidler/Ross competition in spring training is the answer. One opens the season with the Twins, the other is at St. Paul as insurance for an injury or as a replacement should the winner's bat get ugly. Both play lots of positions, play them well and will be cheap for several years. Both are exactly what you want for your 13th position player.
  2. rdehring
    He got moved off shortstop. His bat is declining as he ages and we have a wonderful young shortstop on the way who will require some juggling of the roster at the positions this guy can play. And someone is suggesting the Twins pay him $20MM for two years. I say no, no and NO!
  3. rdehring
    The Twins currently have 21 pitchers on their 40-man roster. (Banta is included, but I saw reports he was released. Was he?) Are any of the pitchers considered in this report better than any of those on the 40-man? Doesn't seem like it to me. If not, there isn't room or a need to add them and that's before needing space for one or two relievers the Twins should add before opening day. It's also possible space for the added relievers could come from a pitcher or two being traded.
  4. rdehring
    Has always seemed like Jeffers both likes this team and was happy here. Doesn't mean he will take a discount but could mean he is amenable to signing on for a very nice three-year contract before November 17. What that means for average dollars is beyond all of us, rather is up to Zoll, Pohlad, Boras and mainly Ryan. Good news is we will know where this is headed in about 11 days. I hope like h.... they get it done.
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    I keep checking here to see news of what the Twins have done, half a dozen times a day. So far that is limited to the QO to Jeffers. He/catcher may be the biggest single position that needs addressing this off-season. Hopefully, we will see that happen within the next two weeks. Also want to see Larnach and Wallner trades before Thanksgiving. Maybe even get a solid young reliever in return for Larnach. Or a really good one for Larnach plus. Is that asking for too much?
  6. rdehring
    Is the AFL mostly Hi-A ball players now? Wasn't that long ago I think each team was limited to what was it, one player who wasn't at least at AA? Or something like that. I know teams used to be filled with players knocking on the door.
  7. rdehring
    After reading the article someone linked to yesterday, I am so excited about what DeBarge could be for the Twins. I recall he got a gold glove for his defense at second. Was that last year? He steals a ton of bases which adds that aggressive piece to his game and his team. I keep reading comments about him being a top-notch leader is another plus. Yes, he had a so-so year at AA this past summer. It was AA, wasn't it? But he seems to be the type of player the Brewers are loaded with, and the Twins have too few. Also seems to be a player in the same mold as Keaschall. Sure would love to see DeBarge, Houston and Lee manning the Twins infield a year or so down the road. Don't know what that means for finding playing time for Culpepper, who has to play. But with injuries and an occasional game at DH, there are plenty at bats for the four guys at three positions. Similar situation to the outfield with Buxton, Keaschall, Jenkins and EmRod. Great D and speed sure makes baseball fun to watch. At least for me.
  8. rdehring
    Could not agree more that I hope he accepts. Will join those who believe it is less than 50/50 that he does. Seems to me that he is comfortable with the team he has been playing with. Seems to an outsider that he likes it here. Is that enough for him to take several more millions next year than he would get annually from a longer-term deal? Expect it is unlikely Lackey is ready come spring, 2028. Maybe later in the year? Will agree that long-term the answers at the catching position for two catchers are already in the organization. With five or six very good to great prospects, got to believe one will be very good to great and at least one other will be good.
  9. rdehring
    Loved the idea of what you are trying to do, that is until I saw the return you are proposing for Ryan. Expect if Zoll actually did that deal, he would or at least should be unemployed the next day. Sure, is going to be interesting seeing what the Twins do with Lewis. Not certain there is a good answer. What I expect is that if they release him or trade him for something minimal he will be an all-star for the next several years.
  10. rdehring
    Great read with tons of good information. Thanks, Cody. Add me to those who believe the Twins must, I repeat MUST get many of their roster moves, including trades done by November 30. The next 29 days are gonna be interesting, very interesting.
  11. rdehring
    Is Jackson still on the Saints roster and under Twins control in 2027? If so, should they sign Jeffers to an extension or he stays via the QO, there is a real chance they trade Caratini. Don't know what they could get or how much of his salary they would have to keep to get anything back. But should they keep Jeffers and Caratini departs, their overall spending at catcher may not be all that much more than this past year.
  12. rdehring
    When you look at who the hitters are, it becomes clear why the pitching side isn't as strong as the hitters. All those hitters were taken in the first round with several amongst the top handful of picks. It seems logical that pitchers selected later in the draft wouldn't have the same level of hype, wouldn't it?
  13. rdehring
    Both will likely be available, at least should be. Whether they are here or gone will depend on what they can get in return. Although not necessary to do in November, need to extend Lopez by early next season. Makes sense to wait until he is on the field in spring/summer training to see how his recovery is going. Agree with above comments that starting pitching will determine whether or not the Twins are playoff contenders in 2027. That's assuming there is a 2027?
  14. rdehring
    Might want to wait until he has more than a handful of games at Hi-A under his belt. Great idea for winter of '28-'29.
  15. rdehring
    Hopefully, this won't be a concern for the Twins in '27 as he will be pitching for some other team. My only concern is that the Twins get a good return when he is traded.
  16. rdehring
    Unlike many of you, I don't see the Twins going after any first basemen during the offseason. I expect them to give Lewis a chance, likely his last chance to be an everyday starter. And first base is the only spot in the Twins lineup that would work. I also see them taking a hard look at Roden, who played first in college. Although I don't know how much. And unlike many, I believe Roden both deserves and is ready for full-time play for the Twins, or someone else. If Lewis fails to win a full-time spot, I see him as a backup at first, second and third which would lead to his departure in either July or next winter. In that case Roden would be their starter. Come July there is a strong probability that Houston will have arrived, moving Culpepper to second which enables Clemens to move to first either full-time or splitting it with someone.
  17. rdehring
    Thanks for bringing these reports to us, Steve. Always interested in what is happening in Arizona come October. After what appeared to be a disappointing season, so good seeing DeBarge hitting well. Same for Mercedes, who is on the cusp of being added to the Twins 40-man.
  18. rdehring
    When I saw the headline and read the article I was thinking, another day another article about payroll. Then I read the comments which were flat out fantastic. Thanks guys!!! There are two points made so well in the comments by several of you. One is the importance of spending what you have wisely. The other point was in reference to drafting, signing International free agents and developing them. I have commented too often this summer about the Twins lack of talent who were International free agents signed by the Twins. I believe you had to go back to that year they got the big three, Sano, Kepler and Polanco, for any real success. That trio and Arraez is about it for what, fifteen years? Twenty years? When watching the Futures game this summer, the Brewers had two International kids playing, I believe one was the #1 prospect in baseball, and another infielder was something like top ten or fifteen. Hopefully, Emma will be that for the Twins over the next five to ten years. It also appears there are a few more lower in the minors who could be stars for the Twins. The Twins have been spending the same $x million as most teams every year and getting nothing to show for it. I don't have a clue what they were doing wrong, but hopefully, that is changing.
  19. 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).
  20. 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.
  21. 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.
  22. 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.
  23. 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.
  24. rdehring
    Adding Houston would mean moving Culpepper to second, where with his tools he should be excellent defensively.
  25. 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.
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