Report from the Fort: Mahle's Shoulder, Standing Pat in the Pen, Pohlad's Pockets (Exclusive)

[John Bonnes]

FORT MYERS - Tyler Mahle's shoulder mystery is still unsolved, but he has some theories on what happened.

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We're trying something new for Twins Daily's Caretakers: a 25-minute audio report from John Bonnes on what he's seeing and hearing from players, coaches, and management inside Hammond Stadium. Today's report includes:

• Tyler Mahle discussed the shoulder fatigue that impacted his season, when it has happened before, and offseason adjustments that he made to return to top form.
• Why you should quit holding your breath for additional bullpen help. 
• Joe Pohlad's interview with The Athletic's Dan Hayes, and why you should make sure you read to the end.
• Which pitchers we might see in the swing role for the MLB club, and who they'll keep as starters. 
• Blayne Enlow discusses his struggles last year, and what he expects this year. 

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[ashbury]

You encouraged reading the Dan Hayes piece in The Athletic, and I just want to say that the photo of Joe Pohlad sure has him rocking the Brian Dozier style pompadour hairstyle and audio headset.

[snellman]

Very enjoyable listen. 

 

[Nine of twelve]

I guess not everything is free. *sigh* But that's OK. You get what you pay for.

[Craig Arko]

 

[Original_JB]

On 2/17/2023 at 11:42 AM, ashbury said:

You encouraged reading the Dan Hayes piece in The Athletic, and I just want to say that the photo of Joe Pohlad sure has him rocking the Brian Dozier style pompadour hairstyle and audio headset.

Dozier aka "Prell"

[ashbury]

28 minutes ago, Original_JB said:

Dozier aka "Prell"

The panel would also have accepted "Brylcreem."