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Episode 45: Breaking Down the All-Star Break

http://assets.podomatic.net/ts/19/ad/da/paulpleiss/1400x1400-338x338+0+27_8529529.jpg   This week on the podcast, Cody and Eric break down the Twins' recent series wins against New York and Cleveland, recap their 1st half Twins MVPs, and contemplate the future of Ron Gardenhire. Down on the Pond they talk about Low-A Cedar Rapids Kernels' RHP Dallas Gallant, and they even try and give away a "Magic in Minneosta" DVD, listen up for details. To close out the show the two talk Beers from Around the

Monday Morning Madness - July 22, 2013

Originally posted at Kevin Slowey was Framed!   The Twins are on fire. They have won back-to-back series for the first time since late May/early June. In doing so, they have put a little cushion between themselves and the last place White Sox. The Twins really capitalized on the Indians' pathetic defense (most notably Lonnie Chisenhall, who I feel very sorry for at this point) and won two of three games over the weekend. Winning four out of six games is a major accomplishment with this roste

Rejiggering the 2014 Twins: starting pitching

All along this year, I have been holding out hope that the 2014 Twins could compete to win their division. Although things look a bit dimmer now than at the beginning of the year, I'd like to think that's still true. I've been mulling over what needs to be done to make that happen.   I was at Target Field for Saturday's game against the Indians. My first disappointment was that Kevin Correia was pitching--but I couldn't any Twins pitcher that I'd rather see. I settled into my seat and took in

End of Twins, Beginning of Baseball (Twins vs. Indians 92-94)

No More All-Star Moments (Twins 3 Indians 2 – Game 92)   This is the story of the 2013 Twins, and there’s really not a whole lot left to cover in these remaining games. True believers will hold out for a miracle, a string of victories, and playoff glory. I love all things TC, but I can’t believe in this campfire tale.   If it happens, I’ll jump on the bandwagon and stand in the parade like I always belonged there.   The Twins came out of the All-Star Break plucky, like nobody told them the odds.

JU Duo Doing Part for Kernels

Adam Brett Walker II and Jonathan Murphy played next to each other in the OF @ Jacksonville University (FL) but came up short in terms of an ASUN title. The duo is definitely doing thier part to lead the CR Kernels to a second half divisional title. Murphy is also an exceptional outfielder (possibly best) according to manager Jake Mauer. Murphy .350+ BA Walker 21 HRs and 85 RBI

Trade Talk: Los Angeles Angels (... of Anaheim)

Buyers or Sellers   It’s somewhat unusual these days to see the trade deadline looming and the Angels not making any moves, but in all likelihood that’s what’s going to happen this season. Los Angeles is mired in mediocrity while Texas and Oakland appear to be running away with the division.   Of course Arte Moreno (a more likeable imitation of a Steinbrenner) could continue to funnel money in an attempt to right the ship immediately, but not only does that seem like a lost cause this year, but

A return to the 2013 FA pitching market half way through the season.

In light of John's recent suggestion, I went ahead and compiled the results of the 2013 free agent pitching market. I excluded pitchers that ended up as relievers, and I excluded pitchers such as baseballs version of Gandolf the Gray (Jamie Moyer) who did not sign.   The results were surprisingly better than I thought they'd be, but I'm not so certain that we at Twins Daily would have gotten them right. I'm too lazy to look up all of the suggestions from last winter, but the names that I rem

Twins Birthdays--July 21

Also posted at wgom.org   Jim Manning (1943) Mike Cubbage (1950) Kimera Bartee (1972) Brian Buchanan (1973) Willie Eyre (1978)   Right-hander James Benjamin Manning made five appearances with the Twins in 1962. He was born in L’Anse, Michigan, went to high school in Ewan, Michigan, and signed with the Twins as a free agent in 1961. He had a fairly mediocre year in Class D Wytheville in 1961, but started 1962 in the majors. He lasted almost a month, making four relief appearances and one start

Twins Birthdays--July 20

Also posted at wgom.org     Tony Oliva (1938) Jason Miller (1982) Alexi Casilla (1984)     Outfielder Tony Pedro Oliva played his entire career for the Twins, playing briefly in 1962-1963, making the team for good in 1964 and staying through 1976. He was born in Pinar del Rio, Cuba, and signed as a free agent with Minnesota in 1961, one of the last Cubans allowed to leave the country to play major league baseball. The Twins released him, but he continued to train with a friend who was playing

Billy the "Goat" Smith

Alright, this is my first Blog post, lets get started. I got in an argument today with my good friend who has totally checked out on the twins the last few seasons. *lucky him! However, when we discuss everyone there is to blame for the last few season, he always comes back to Bill Smith.   My response for him: Its time to move on.   I will start this out by saying; I don't think Bill Smith made many positive baseball decisions for the MN Twins. However, when does the blame for his deficienci

Twins Birthdays--July 19

Also posted at wgom.org   Billy Gardner (1927) Dan Graham (1954) Gus Gandarillas (1971)     Infielder William Frederick “Slick” Gardner played for the Twins for a couple of months in 1961, then managed them from 1981-1985. He was born in Waterford, Connecticut and signed with the New York Giants as a free agent in 1945. He was up and down a lot in a lengthy minor league career, reaching AA in 1945, dropping back to Class A through 1948 (with one year missed for military service), played in AAA

Andy MacPhail?

Hey all you Terry Ryan fans,   How about this scenario? The Pohlad family retools this offseason, releasing Gardy and Terry Ryan, while bringing back Andy MacPhail as the general manager of baseball operations, along with his choice for an on-field manager, hopefully Paul Molitor. Andy is being credited with much of the success in the Baltimore Orioles organization, although they let his contract expire after the 2011 season. Under Buck Showalter, Andy's hire, the Orioles have surged with many p

Prospects Who Have Made Underappreciated Improvements

Here are 4 prospects that are showing major signs of improvement that have generally gone unnoticed. JaDamion Williams (LF) 2012 (A): 9.6%BB 28.3%K .34BB/K .106 ISO 9.6%IFB .651OPS 2013 (A): 14.5%BB 20.7%K .70BB/K .180 ISO 5.3%IFB .852OPS   JD Williams has made significant improvements in both his BB and K rates, which has allowed him to draw over twice as many BBs per K as a year ago, a staggering improvement. He ha
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20 Twins Trades: 2 Trades for 1 in 2001

Originally posted at Kevin Slowey was Framed! I also wrote about the Todd Walker or Butch Huskey trade, depending on who you ask. You can find it here.   2001 was the first season in what would become a nearly decade-long turnaround of the Twins' franchise. For the first time in ages, the Twins were in a position to buy at the trade deadline, rather than sell. This exciting season was about to get more exciting! Two separate trades signified that the Twins were going to finally do whatever

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