Tommygun921

Eddie often looks ridiculous at some of the pitches she swings at. Like worse than I'd look if Trevor Bauer told me he was throwing a fast ball down the middle and ended up throwing a curve instead. If he had plate discipline like Arraez he'd prob hit 50 homers and .400. he's got the talent just can't control his aggressive approach to wanting to get a hit off of every pitch thrown.

Last year I was telling my friends I was surprised so many outlets were calling for the Twins to finish second for the division and push for the last wild card slot. But I figured they could have the best offense in franchise history and WIN the division. Like the only time I've ever been right on Twins predictions!

Last year I was telling my friends I was surprised so many outlets were calling for the Twins to finish second for the division and push for the last wild card slot. But I figured they could have the best offense in franchise history and WIN the division. Like the only time I've ever been right on Twins predictions!

From what I remember hearing the Dodgers were in need of bullpen help last year. I wonder if the Dodgers can't just add a player to the deal headed to Boston and keep Graterol?

I think if Cruz has a year reasonably close to last year....like 80% or more then signing him to a contract like his current one or slightly lower would be good. I certainly hope the Twins have something else in mind for an additional starter. Whether it be trade or signing someone like Walker. I think the Thorpe, Smeltzer and Dobnak can hold it down until Pineda returns but what happened if one of those 3 or the top 3bgo down or are ineffective? I also think Berrios continues to bet on himself and doesn't sign an extension. Unless he receives a really good offer.

Could sign him to a minor league contract with him knowing he'll make the roster once Rich Hill gets placed on the 60 day IL. Then they can at least get him started working with the coaching staff. Worth a shot assuming the Twins feel he's worth the money he's asking for.

I love players that play with fire and emotion. That's why I loved Torii Hunter so much. And although I didn't agree with a lot of his practices, I definitely loved that about Ron Gardenhire.

Twins still need 2 more starters and a 1b or 3rd baseman. Can't believe the Twins not just giving Berrios his $4.4 million and make him happy. Then work towards an extension. Seems silly to make a big deal over $350k for someone you're trying to get an extension done with. I would say there's no chance Donaldson comes to MN. He's just using the Twins to drive up the cost. Like more higher end free agents do. Nice write up!

I certainly didn't expect Donaldson to sign with the Twins. I think free agents like him just use the Twins as a team to drive up the price to places they want to go. However it now appears they won't have signaled any impact free agents. Which is highly disappointing. Especially with the Indians essentially staying the same and the White Sox definitely improved. Also can't imagine there's no regression from the Twins.

Should've proof read my comment before posting.

I think this was a good signing. I think a safer bet would've been an innings eater like Julio Teheran. I don't necessarily see the negativity behind this signing. The Cole and Strasburg singings will prob be bad ones even for the Yankees and Nationals. Let alone a team like the Twins. Bumgarner didn't wanted to go to AZ. Wheeler wanted to go to Philly. All the other free agents cost a ton more and could ultimately pitch at the same level a healthy Bailey could. The Twins can afford to overpay for players to get them to come to MN if theres a decent chance their upside is similar to that of a guy like Bailey. They also can afford to waaay overpay a player like Cole or Strasburg (real difference makers) just to get them to come here when they don't want to. Not everyone grew up being Twins fans like us. Are used to the weather and the lifestyle that comes with living in this area.

Hopefully with 8 (hopefully) solid bullpen arms there will be less of a need to pitch back to back days. As a few of these guys tended to struggle mightily on the 2nd day.

Berrios, Oddorizzi, Pineda and Buxton staying healthy.

Way to much to get 1 year of Betts at around $30 million and cry baby, looking to be on the downhill, Price. Almost seems crazy to give up multiple years of Rosario for a 1 year expensive Betts. As good as he is. I wouldnt want Price if all you had to do was take on his contract. Even though it's not money.

Some how need to get him to be more selective at the plate. Which I'm sure has been tried plenty with no obvious success. Also might need a butterfly net out in left to keep him from getting distracted and stay more focused on the game could help him a bit defensively.