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  1. rdehring
    Back in the '60's I had an involvement with taxes when I represented a couple dozen small Wisconsin towns and villages correcting errors in the State distribution of individual income taxes. So taxes have always been something I am aware of. Can't point you to the specific posts, but I have commented here and elsewhere numerous times over the past several years. And when I think back it was really interesting having access to the individual tax returns of every person paying taxes in the State of Wisconsin back then.
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    Great article, Nick. Thanks, Thanks, Thanks!
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    That quote raises several questions, at least for me. The comment $85,000,000 guaranteed was enough to get it done, although $15,000,000 of the money was deferred. I take that to mean $15,000,000 of the $85,000,000 was deferred. Yet, could that be in addition to the $85,000,000? Doesn't seem like it, but? The next word that caught my eye was 'guaranteed.' So the $85,000,000 is guaranteed, thus, the base. Are there incentives other than the norm? If so how much? He later commented that it wasn't quite the $100,000,000 five year deal his camp was hoping for, maybe with makeable incentives it is a lot closer than it seems on the face of it. Guess we will never know.
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    Thanks for the information about his family and lack of kids. Will agree that AZ doesn't mean much if in fact his horses are in North Carolina. I don't know what type of horses, riding they do. I do know that the equestrian business is huge in the California desert and Phoenix area. Have a friend who's daughter is a professional trainer/rider and they spend half their life at events in the two areas. I must respectfully disagree about the taxes however. You may be correct that it isn't at the top of his list. But when talking about what could be in excess of $3,000,000 (net to him) over a relatively short period of time, I can guarantee it is high on somebody's list...somebody who has his ear and he respects a lot.
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    I'll also take a shot at this, Mike. Although you do ask a good question. As for me, you may have noticed I haven't been high on any of the three remaining...as of yesterday. Understood we had no chance/interest from the big two. Thought Wheeler made a lot of sense and understand why that didn't work. As for MadRyuKo, remain hopeful we don't sign any of them. And if we get either of the two remaining, hopefully it will be for two years, three max.
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    No need to debate this subject spycake. Was just pointing out three reasons I could see him, and any advisor, recommending his taking that offer. And with him already wintering there, if he in fact does, this would mean he wouldn't have to move and wouldn't have to arrange for a second home/residence during the season. Also means that he would be around his kids, assuming he has kids, for the entire year rather than being away while they were at Home A or B during the school year. That could be a huge reason, both irritation wise and dollars. As for the taxes, not certain but Arizona has either a tiny tax or no state income tax. If that is correct, say 8% on over $40,000,000 works out to be more than $3,000,000. May not be the first thing he thought of, but I can guarantee that his agent and financial advisors have it high on the list of things he should consider. If they didn't, they should be replaced.
  7. rdehring
    Lots of reasons for him to prefer Arizona. First, it sounds like he winters there and wants to spend time with his horse...strike 1. Second, he is a national league pitcher who is both good at and likes to hit...strike 2. Third, Although only 50% of his income is taxed at the home state rate, Minnesota taxes on half of $85,000,000 is a lot of money, many millions...strike 3. Am I anxious for the Twins to get at least one more experienced starter who is above average...you betcha. Do I believe all the bashing going on here is merited...no.
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    Can I like this twice?
  9. rdehring
    These are terms I wish could be changed. There are very few true ACES in baseball, perhaps a half dozen or so in each league. Every team has a #1 starter. I have always thought of Radke as a #1 starter, but not an ACE.
  10. rdehring
    Someone please correct me if I am wrong, but PIneda can also participate in EST prior to his 15 day minor league assignment. At that time of year, I believe they are playing games every day. So yes, he should be 100% ready and stretched out when Game 40 arrives.
  11. rdehring
    I'll take a swing at that, Mike. Although I question whether it makes sense, expect they will play out trying to sign one of Bumgarner, Ryu or Koechel. If they are successful, next work at getting a AAAA or reclamation starter. Then move on to a lefty for the bullpen and someone to fill the void from when Cron left. And I would promote the idea as the way to do that is to sign the best defensive experienced shortstop on the market. Then move Polanco to second, Arraez to third and Sano to first. Should they not get one of the three, they should then move on to fill the #4 slot via trade. Don't have a clue what that could look like, although I think they should try to do something similar to the Odorizzi trade. I don't think they should give up a package including a couple of their top three to five prospects for a potential #1 starter who will be here for a year or two. The four young guns from last year and the reclamation project battle it out for the #5 spot in the rotation. The second best gets Pineda's five or six starts in April and early May. I look at the young gun as the replacement for Perez. Expect the results at year end will be better than what we got from Perez last year. Although the pitcher they trade for may not be perceived to be as good as Gibby, it is likely his performance would be better than what we got from Gibby last summer. Although not splashy moves, they would strengthen the team's chances to repeat.
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    You are right, I didn't watch most of game 1 because it wasn't on tv...at least any station I could get. Did watch the next two games. Failure in 2019 does not mean that pitchers like Berrios, Pineda and Odorizzi can't succeed in 2020. Whether or not they will remains to be seen. And I don't see it as a hope and prayer that any of the three can pitch winning games in the 2020 playoffs...assuming we get there.
  13. rdehring
    I'd give Scott a call and say, "hey, you looked great on CNBC Friday." Would then tell him I really don't have any interest in Mr. Ryu. Way too many injury concerns to give him anything long term, ie, longer than say two years. The more I read about all these guys, I'll go into opening day with the best two of the four guys we saw late last season. And if that means three of the four gotta pitch the first month plus until Big Mike is ready, so be it. You see I honestly believe they will pitch as well, or better, than most of these guys we are now talking about. And if that is the plan, I would sit down with Odorizzi at the end of spring training and give him a nice three year extension so we have some certainty going forward.
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    What's the saying, Doc? I couldn't have said it better myself. Well, truth is I couldn't have said it anywhere near as well as you have. As I have said previously, I hope the Twins don't sign any of the current big 3 for whatever it takes as I am fearful that contract will come back to bite'em. Would much prefer your recommendations above.
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    Although I get tired of reading all the bitching about who the Twins didn't sign, I would much rather read that than a few years from now be reading about how pitcher X is getting paid a ton, isn't producing squat and is keeping the Twins from keeping several prospects who are nearing free agency. As for winning in the playoffs, nothing says that Berrios or Odorizzi can't go out and pitch one of their best games of the year and beat those blasted Yankees. Am I disappointed that the Twins didn't sign Wheeler, yup. Do I look forward to their signing any of Kuechel, Ryu or Bumgarner...not really. I think all three will be ok in 2020 and a drag on the team by the middle of their too long contracts. Hopefully, the Twins sign some reclamation project for #4 and he losses his spot in the rotation by July to whomever wins the right to pitch in Pindeda's spot the first six weeks.
  16. rdehring
    Love La Tortuga. With that said, think his best role for next year is either as the 26th player or at AAA where he is a phone call away should one of the catchers be injured. Don't know what effect his personality has in the dugout, as it seemed they wanted him around last summer while an injury extended until the Sept.1 roster date.
  17. rdehring
    Thanks birdwatcher. I really appreciated your explanation which as expected, the structure sounds very typical corporate America. Contrary to what many believe, I am guessing that Mr. Pohlad learns of most player transactions (not the few biggest) when he reads the morning paper with his coffee each morning.
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    Thanks, Seth. That is fantastic news!
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    Expect he is talking about North Carolina Chief! But yes, Northern Colorado does have a baseball team. They play in the WAC against teams like New Mexico, NM State, Air Force, etc.
  20. rdehring
    Will anxiously await the results of the Rule 5 draft, John. Expect the chances are better than 50/50 that at least one of Javier, Jax or Rijo won't be a Twin come noon. Would be gut wrenching to lose two of them and I really hope I am wrong.
  21. rdehring
    I try not to speculate what player A will get in return. Or what Player X will cost the Twins if they should go after him. And I suspect I see more value in Rosario than many/some here and elsewhere. Fortunately, it sounds as if the Twins front office is amongst those who believe in Rosario's worth to the team. And if there are serious inquiries, perhaps there are other front offices out there who likewise see real value in Eddie. Although I would be saddened to see Eddie leave, I understand the Twins have a lot of good players/prospects who are corner outfielders. Thus a trade of Rosario or one of the prospects would make sense, should they be able to get a reasonable return (in their eyes). Hopefully, they can put a package together that will get a top young starting pitcher to slide in next to the three currently on the roster. And if there isn't a move including Rosario, you will find me on my couch nearly every game yelling....Eddie, Eddie, Eddie....at my tv when he steps into the batters box.
  22. rdehring
    Loved what Dobnak did last fall and look forward to him producing for the Twins in 2020. As for which of the four young guns becomes the Twins #5 in 2020, not a clue. Should be exciting to see them battle it out in spring training. Still believe, however, that Thorpe may be the winner. Yes, he was more inconsistent last year, but there were spots where he was awesome.
  23. rdehring
    Reality is hard to accept some times, Ted. Thanks for the realistic look at what the Twins face this offseason. With very few good options available on the free agent market, I suspect the Twins must turn to the trade market to find their fourth starter. Fully expect starter #5 to be one of the four young guns we saw last year. Maybe as a #5, or maybe one who follows an opener every fifth day. Personally, I like Graterol coming on in the third inning after Littell gets the start.
  24. rdehring
    Thanks, NIck. Agree that we don't know which slot Pineda will slide into once he gets back in late May. Twins may look awfully good if we see the Big Mike we saw last August. Personally feel that we are going to see them sign one more starter and that will be it. Wake up every morning and come here to see if today is the day we find out who. Unfortunately, no news this morning.
  25. rdehring
    Informative article, thanks Nick. It was difficult to watch Castro last summer, as his 19% caught stealing number is something I recall. To be honest, I don't remember his throwing anyone out. I will be so happy when we have robots calling strikes and we can stop hearing about pitch framing. It is a stat that I put little faith in, although I don't understand exactly how it is calculated. I assume, perhaps wrongly, that it is based on the number of pitches that were called strikes but were actually balls. Do they offset that with the strikes that were called balls? And how do they know that it was based on what the catcher did versus the ump being out in left field with his strike zone that day? And with the way umps are all over the place with their strike zones, I don't understand how you can calculate anything like pitch framing. A great defensive catcher to me is one who throws runners out, blocks almost all the balls in the dirt and does a great job managing his pitchers. I can see the first two, don't have a clue about the third other than from the results of the game.
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