Forum Friday: Walking Off in Rhythm

Pitching plans, predictions, and roster upgrades were among the topics of discussion as the season entered its second half.

Looking back to look forward, @Game7-91 solicits your First Half Surprises, Second Half Predictions. The community seems surprised at the quality of the starting rotation, and predicts they will ride that to a division win. So far, so good!

How have the Twins achieved this rotation success? @Riverbrian may have found the answer in an article about the Rays: Power Starters, Middle Relief Aces, oh my - how the Twins could manage their pitching. But will the relievers hold up their end of the bargain?

Of course, the start of the second half means it is also trade season. @Mill1634 wants to know Your (hypothetical) trade deadline moves? A few bullpen additions seem likely, although questions remain. Do they go big, or get creative?

Perhaps the only weak spot in the lineup is behind the plate, as @MMMordabito looks at Ryan Jeffers' Place Among AL Catchers. Could this be an area to upgrade? Or is Jeffers good enough to win at a tough position?

Finally, @Trov asks How long before you give up on a player? An evergreen baseball question, even if the best answer is a Rickroll.

Roll into the forums to share your ideas for the Twins!