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The BIG difference is Gallo's Gold Glove fielding
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Twins 2023 Position Analysis: First Base
Fred replied to Nick Nelson's topic in Twins Daily Front Page News
If you're doubting that Kiriloff can come back after that "bone shortening" surgery, check out Kirk Gibson's history. I can't remember the exact number, but he smacked a lot of baseballs out of the park after the same surgery. I choose to be optimistic. Man, I am glad baseball is back. Oh, and I love the pitch clock.- 41 replies
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Ranking the Twins Weakest Positions
Fred replied to Cody Christie's topic in Twins Daily Front Page News
Any season that they don't have to rely on someone like Jake Cave should be good fun. I'm happy about all the depth on the 40 man, but I think their catching in the minors could be stronger. They have a couple of years to work on that. My hope rises every Spring. I'm getting excited!- 21 replies
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One Twins Power Prospect Still Waiting to Breakout
Fred replied to Cody Christie's topic in Twins Minor League Talk
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What Does Donovan Solano Mean for the Twins
Fred replied to Ted Schwerzler's topic in Twins Daily Front Page News
I like your thinking, but, as far as a trade, couldn't it be a package of both?- 62 replies
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The way Rocco burned through his relievers last season, says, to me anyway, that they will take 13 pitchers north. I still think a trade for Kepler is coming. In fact, I think it might be that they are looking at the glut of infielders (Lewis, Lee, Julien, and Martin) who are close, and are talking to teams about Polanco thinking to get something good for him before his knee/ankle finally gives out. Now, I'm like most of you and would hate to see him go, but I wonder what they could get for a package of Kepler and Polanco. I'm thinking Polanco instead of Miranda because of the youth factor.
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Twins Daily 2023 Top Prospects: #1 Brooks Lee, SS
Fred replied to Cody Christie's topic in Twins Minor League Talk
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Twins PECOTA Projections: The Hitters
Fred replied to Matt Braun's topic in Twins Daily Front Page News
I'm not a died-in-the-wool analytics type, but one stat I like is RISP. I hope my impression is wrong, but it didn't "feel" like many of the Twins did real well in those situations- 23 replies
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Twins PECOTA Projections: The Hitters
Fred replied to Matt Braun's topic in Twins Daily Front Page News
Seems like that bet has already been made- 23 replies
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Baseball is supposed to be entertainment. He cornered the market!
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When we have to depend on a "Jake Cave type", the season is lost.
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Three Areas the Twins Need Change During 2023
Fred replied to Ted Schwerzler's topic in Twins Daily Front Page News
"The Twin's Way" is a good way to maximize the contributions of guys like Celestino, but it shouldn't have to be taught in the Majors. If a guy comes up without knowing how to bunt, which base to throw to, etc., the minor league coaches and managers (The ones who should be teaching) need to be held accountable. That being said, I don't ever want to see guys like Nelson Cruz concentrating on hitting behind the runner, or bunting, for that matter.- 25 replies
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The Era of the “Woe is Me” Twins fan is Over
Fred replied to Alex Boxwell's topic in Twins Daily Front Page News
Careful! You might be getting addicted to hopium. As an addict, I can tell you it brings a lot of disappointment into your life -
Have the Twins Improved the Roster this Winter?
Fred replied to Ted Schwerzler's topic in Twins Daily Front Page News
Think of Gallo as a replacement for Kepler. Gallo has a career OPS that is 50 points higher than Kepler. He has 2 Gold Gloves (at least 1 in RF) to Kepler's couple of nominations. So, slight improvement. It was obvious, last year, that having Kepler and Sano in the lineup wasn't a good thing. Removing Sano, some improvement. Slightly improving the Kepler hole is a good thing. Yes, they need a right-handed bat in the outfield, but finding an improvement over Garlick shouldn't be that difficult. I don't know about you, but, to me, Sano didn't seem to be coachable or motivated, and he surely can't play in the outfield.- 30 replies
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Offseason Status Update: Enter Carlos Correa
Fred replied to Nick Nelson's topic in Twins Daily Front Page News
>$3.5 million to Pagan makes me think they may be relying on analytics too heavily. Of course, they could (I hope) look like baseball geniuses. Bring on the season!- 9 replies
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The Case to Bring Back Miguel Sanó
Fred replied to Jeremy Nygaard's topic in Twins Daily Front Page News
They already have that hitter, and Gallo can play in the field. No room for 2 like that on the roster- 55 replies
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“Robo Umps” Coming to all AAA Ballparks in 2023
Fred replied to Melissa Berman's topic in Twins Minor League Talk
Maybe Angel Hernandez should be embarrassed. With enough evidence, even the Umpires Union couldn't save his job. -
How Does the Twins Outfield Get Sorted?
Fred replied to Ted Schwerzler's topic in Twins Daily Front Page News
They're not getting rid of Kepler because he is due $10 million. They are spending slightly more on Gallo for an upgrade of nearly 50 points of career OPS, and an increase in power (Kepler 1 HR every 22 ABs, Gallo 1 HR every 13 ABs). Both are nearly equal defensively, with Gallo having 2 Gold Gloves, and Kepler being a finalist a couple of times. They don't need 2 guys like that on the roster, hence they trade Kepler.- 49 replies
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Ranking the Top 5 Most Likely Trade Chips for the Twins
Fred replied to Cody Christie's topic in Twins Daily Front Page News
Maybe they could look at saving some payroll and substitute Kepler for Julien or Martin. All the defense in the world does you no good if you lose 3-2 every night. At least Martin is a right-handed bat. Julien doesn't cost them 8 million plus. Defense isn't the only thing to consider- 59 replies
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You know disparity is a problem when a team owner shrugs and goes to the 4th level of luxury tax without even blinking.
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Is it a good thing that Pagan is still a Twin?
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