mdawg888

I can't even execute the ol step-up-in-the-box-mid-pitch move when I play softball. Sheesh.

I had soured on him this summer, but had to rein myself in after forgetting he just turned 20 in June.

As a former catcher that's how I was taught growing up playing the position...guessing those guys were as well coming up when plowing was still legal so I'm sure it's a small habit that will die hard, with the instruction possibly(?) not reflecting that rule change as well. Also, if they can catch 100 mph heaters and block 80-90 mph offspeed in the dirt from 60 feet away, I'm not worried about a majority of throws from the IF/OF. Even though they can't be plowed any longer, they still have to catch the ball and find the runner on a play at the plate.

I'd give him Twins ROY soley based on the way he takes pitches..It looks like he almost wants to give the Mutumbo finger wave when he takes a close one that he knows is a ball. (Edit: I kinda wish he would #makebaseballfunagain).

This pretty much says it all. Buxtons return will help a lot, but who knows how long he’s healthy...A Rosario trade is the only way they would bring in another starting caliber outfielder, but I don’t know any outfielder you’d get back would be much of an upgrade defensively, as the return centerpiece is probably pitching.

I do wonder who they turn to for the #2 catcher...or #1B. I believe Levine did an interview (it might've been at the Baseball Prospectus event with Gleeman?) where the question came up as to why Garver didn't play more, and the answer was something to the effect of because that's what's best for him (correct me if I'm wrong TD).

100%...would much rather have one of those if not both. I don't know what it is, but I think they're getting Wheeler, just have a feeling. I think they should target a LH starter as well, MadBum/Keuchel/Hamels/Ryu, as that rotation is pretty RH heavy (would be interested to know how many rotations feature 5 RHP).

I go back and forth on Gibson all the time. I'm with Aerodeliria in the belief that he still has something left in the tank. The E-Coli to begin the year, plus the colitis to end it took their tolls. Despite that, he still had a career best 9.0 K/9 I'm not too upset if he's on a cheap 1-year deal as your #5, but I also think he may be a great change-of-scenery-will-do-him-good candidate

What took so long?

Kepler received a 5 yr/$35M extension with club option in 2024...Loving that contract, along with Polanco's after this year.

Him and Pressly would've looked real good in this pen...Liked all their moves at the deadline last year, but that Pressly one was a head scratcher, especially with another cheap year before they had to make a decision on him.

1.) Where are you from? East Grand Forks, MN - Living in Andover, MN now. 2.) Age Range? 35 3.) What brought you to Twins Daily? Hoo boy, good question...probably just searching for additional Twins content years ago. 4.) Highest level of baseball/softball played? Divison I - Campbell University (NC) Fighting Camels (preceded by Iowa Central CC Tritons) 5.) Favorite Twins Player, and favorite underappreciated Twins player, and if you want, favorite current Twins player? Kirby Puckett / Shane Mack / Byron Buxton 6.) Favorite non-Twins Daily site/authors? Deadspin, Jim Souhan (HA!) 7.) Favorite Twitter follows? Right now, Eric Sim, Best of Nextdoor, and my Twins Coverage list 8.) Other interests outside of baseball. Sports, sports, sports 9.) Favorite part of Twins Daily: I rarely dive into the forums (trying to change that, obviously), but read just about everything published on the front page. 10.) Tell us what we can do better. What features or other topics would you like to see in-season or out of season? Nothing that I can think of at the moment! 11.) Have you been to any of the Twins Daily "events?" No, but hoping the pub crawl comes back next year!

The Game 1 Bullpen usage was baffling...I don't know what else can be said on that front.

I feel compelled to get back to commenting here after that mess of a series, as I basically read this site every day. 1. Totally agree, would love to see an ace or somebody close to or above Berrios-level. Would love to see Cole, but am expecting somebody like Wheeler. 2. The thing that worries me about 2020 already is how all these injuries will affect these guys going into the offseason, and thus, their ability to get ready for the start of the spring training and the season. In the first month of the season we have 7 games against the A's, 3 vs. Cleveland, 3 vs. Boston and 2 vs. the LAD. Not the easiest out of the gate if you're missing key parts.

Is there a place we can find those minor league releases?

Just goes to show you can find talent at just about any point in the draft! Interesting note, I actually have two connections on this list. I played in Mickey Storey's conference (Atlantic Sun) in college with Campbell University. He actually no-hit us his sophmore season...dude was filthy. Cory Kluber, Daniel Murphy and Drew Butera were also in the league at the time with Stetson, Jacksonville, and Central Florida respectively. I also played with John Gaub in the Northwoods League for St. Cloud. Great guy, great arm!

Jack Morris said on KFAN the other day that legendary scout Mel Didier said that if a prospect isn't in the big leagues by the time he's 24(5?), he isn't a real prospect. However, I think with 'abnormally tall pitching prospect', that logic goes out the window.

I've hated Pelfrey so much over the last couple of years. Hopefully this continues (I don't think it will).

I'm sure he's just growing it to go along with the Wild playoff run

'Small Sample Size Syndrome' is affecting everybody these days, it seems! Witht that being said, the old adage goes that with good pitching and defense you give yourself a chance to be in, and win, a lot of games. Remind me again how those two facets are looking for the Twins?

At least they have Target Field...No matter how bad they've been the last couple years, I can always justify doling out a few bucks to sit in that palace and watch other teams run roughshod over our squad.

I have a feeling the Twins Minor League Report article is the only thing that will bring me any joy during what, up to this point, has been quite the abomination of a season.

Almost jinxed that one...

No matter how bad, or how helpless your team appears to be, the home opener is always exciting. Go Twins!

New series, new start, let's do it...can't get any worse (shaking my head as I type).