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Right, he is a fly ball pitcher with a propensity for the HR balls. Keeping guys off base is needed. I would like to his his Batting Ave Against go down, its not terrible now, but not great

If Polanco can play serviceable D at SS and continue to show excellent plate discipline hit he could become a top 30 MLB prospect at years end. That 2009 Class of international signings looks to be pretty great. It could be the best thing Bill Smith did for the Twins organization.

Thats a good point. Everything I hear about Nunez 's D makes me dread the day he is at SS and Gibson is pitching...

At this point all of those guys are at least 2 - 3 years away from being in the MLB roster conversation Kepler - We'll See Walker - We'll see Harrison - We'll see JD Williams - Could be a nice 4th OF guy Larsen - Way too early to predict Minier - Way too early to predict Goodrum - Super utility type? I agree with this article. So far Dozier has shown enough Right Handed power to stay with the team. Let's see what happens with Rosario after his suspension. If he can still hit, there is a place for him on the roster, and think LF would be an OK place for him. Rosario Buxton Arcia is not a bad OF for 2015

Ryan Boldt Seems to be having a good year so far: 131 AB .305 BA .412 SLG .381 OB% 19 BB & 21 SO. If he stays healthy, and improves as he progresses, he could have a decent payday in 3 years

Do you mean to say he doesn't have good command of the FB? Great write up, great pics. Thanks!

I hear this a lot. Has data shown this to be true?

Looks like Kepler got his first SO of the year today. At least he is doing a good job making contact. You would think that his outs will start becoming hits. I would love to hear from someone who has seen him play this year and know what kind of outs he is making. Kepler looks to do OK in the some of the advanced stats, but not great in some of the traditional metrics. It will be interesting to follow. Mejia got another single and another walk today, I keep waiting for him to struggle, but...he just keeps on getting on base. As the season progresses, if he keeps on getting OB, I wouldn't mind him getting some AB in the lead-off position. He needs to use his speed more effectively and steal bases.

Are Stewart and Meyer on inning/pitch count limits?

Twins have a 21 year old Switching hitting SS at AA (Aderlin Mejia) who is sporting a .967 OPS Not bad first week

Its a joke, but could've been thinking Sac Fly

So a long time ago...and even then his peripherals where not fantastic. I dunno, I have never been all that happy he was on the team.

When has Pelfrey been good?

A player tries to hit a HR with the bases loaded and the coach gets upset? I say fire that coach! I speak in jest, but you I get what i am talking about

Misleading headline....I was hoping this was a link to a torrent site with downloadable full games...but if you do that Dave St Peter is never coming to another event!

Polanco might be my fav prospect right now. Man. This guy has come out hot. If he keeps this up, he will end the year at AA. A midseason 2015 MLB debut is not impossible for this kid as he on the 40 man roster already. Wow. Obviously its too early to go overboard...but holy cow what a player. Now he just needs to find a position... Walker still has the power, but still not getting on base. Its early, he has time but will need to adjust.

If he takes extra bases, it should be reflected in the Slugging %. His problem is his OB%. He needs to swing the bat better and realize that pitchers are not going to walk him but challenge his bat.

I think he shouldn't be batting 1st but man. OMG is right. Anyword on how Buxton's speed compares to Hamilton?

If he plays well, will they send Hicks down?

Great pitching by May. Would be great if he can keep it going. Lots of good stuff happened in that last game. I like how Santana came in off the bench and got a pinch hit to tie the game too.

He should be in based on his body of work. But a 2006 World Series title probably would've sealed it....damn it.

Polanco - 4 games at SS, 3 Errors Santana - 2 games at SS 2 Errors Both guys have work to do. Is Landa a Bullpen guy or do you think he can make it as a starter? I know his control has been an issue in the past.

What a great read, thanks for sharing this story. I was annoyed when Colabello made the team as it signaled to me the total lack of options this team has. I viewed him as good story sideshow who would be back in AAA by June. Its still possible that comes true. However, this article shows that he is a student of the game. He knows how to hit, knows how to make adjustments and knows what his role should be. His dedication is paying off and it would be nice if he could stay up for a few seasons. He could take that same dedication and work in as a hitting coach on some level as he seems pretty intelligent.

I would like the Twins to be leaning toward position players. - Especially if the first 4 pics are dominated by pitchers. Twins could have virtually their choice of a position player, and if there is an impact bat, he needs to be taken.

Hhh