If Suzuki goes on the DL what the twins plan for catching day to day. I like Centeno but I think he will get exposed offensively and has holes defensively. John Ryan Murphy hasn't earned everyday MLB at bats. He hasn't hit at aaa and he didn't show me anything special defensively. Does Turner or Garver get an everyday opportunity in the majors? Are we now stuck with Suzuki the rest of the season if he goes on the DL?

Carlos Paulino

Excellent defensive catcher at AAA and has out hit Murphy.  Contact guy.  Deserves a chance in this down year.  Cup of Coffee!

 

Everybody loves prospect list and wants to jump over Carlos.  If not Carlos than I would test out Garver.

I agree with GMinTraining. If Carlos Paulino is doing better than Murphy in AAA, then call him up for his cuppa. Non-prospect guys in the minors can always use a morale boost. Let them know that hard work and performance still rates a shot at the bigs. 

I'd probably go with Murphy because he's on the 40 man roster. If Suzuki is moved in trade, then I'd consider Paulino.

 

It's not a big deal either way but I wouldn't play a 40 man game with Paulino unless necessarily.

JRM

If Suzuki goes on the DL what the twins plan for catching day to day. I like Centeno but I think he will get exposed offensively and has holes defensively. John Ryan Murphy hasn't earned everyday MLB at bats. He hasn't hit at aaa and he didn't show me anything special defensively. Does Turner or Garver get an everyday opportunity in the majors? Are we now stuck with Suzuki the rest of the season if he goes on the DL?

Zukes has been pretty durable, which helps his trade value. i would keep as many 40 man spots open as possible through August for trades and waiver claims.

I'd bring up Murphy. He was acquired for a reason, despite the horrible year thus far. He's on the 40 man. It would probably be temporary. And while I am not wearing my rose colored Twins glasses, it may jump start his season. For whatever the reason, guys sometimes struggle, rehab or otherwise, come up and suddenly play better. At least we give him a shot to see where he's at and what we might have, even if it's defensively.