Beat me to it.
The Mad Bum hate in here is beyond ridiculous.
Called the Poppen call up. To me!mglviks wrote: ↑Fri Jun 14, 2019 8:58 pmRHP Sean Poppen and Ryan Mason both have thrown well out of the pen this year.The Replacements wrote: ↑Fri Jun 14, 2019 7:09 am Possible in house call ups that may help the bullpen:
- Jake Reed (Triple AAA Rochester)
- Jorge Alcala - big fastball and good strikeout numbers
- Jordan Balazovic - really good this year but may not want to start the clock on him just yet
- Brusdar Graterol - not sure he's pitched lately but if healthy he could help
Anyone more familiar with the system have better choices? A lot of these top guys are young and inexperienced.
Neither on the 40 man.
No need to get snarky, kiddo.
Just fucking with ya....
Speaking of which, what did we use tjat international slot money on?Small Hands wrote: ↑Wed Jun 19, 2019 1:29 pmThey had a chance to be buyers two seasons ago, and decided to be sellers instead. Remember that? The players were actually pissed about it. We even made the WC that year. They Traded Kintzler for a low A guy, international slot money, and Garcia for Enns and Little. I will continue to bring this narrative until they bring in some serious talent. You don't have to agree with me. I'm sick of the Twins being content with just making the playoffs. Teams like NYY, BOS, LAD, etc... are trying to win championships. They always make trades at the deadline to ensure they have a chance. That's why they're in the conversation every year.Slap Shot wrote: ↑Wed Jun 19, 2019 12:26 pmYou keep repeating this narrative yet the Twins have never been a buyer at the deadline with this set of executives, coaches, etc. This doesn't mean they'll make a move to satisfy you, but it's like saying in 2004 the Red Sox will never win another World Series.Small Hands wrote: ↑Mon Jun 17, 2019 12:25 pm
I'll believe it when I see it. They've never shown me that they are willing to take a big risk to win a pennant. Now would be the time to do it.
This team compared to the team two years ago are significantly different, from an offensive and pitching standpoint. The front office will get some pitching help soon. I truly believe that.Small Hands wrote: ↑Wed Jun 19, 2019 1:29 pmThey had a chance to be buyers two seasons ago, and decided to be sellers instead. Remember that? The players were actually pissed about it. We even made the WC that year. They Traded Kintzler for a low A guy, international slot money, and Garcia for Enns and Little. I will continue to bring this narrative until they bring in some serious talent. You don't have to agree with me. I'm sick of the Twins being content with just making the playoffs. Teams like NYY, BOS, LAD, etc... are trying to win championships. They always make trades at the deadline to ensure they have a chance. That's why they're in the conversation every year.Slap Shot wrote: ↑Wed Jun 19, 2019 12:26 pmYou keep repeating this narrative yet the Twins have never been a buyer at the deadline with this set of executives, coaches, etc. This doesn't mean they'll make a move to satisfy you, but it's like saying in 2004 the Red Sox will never win another World Series.Small Hands wrote: ↑Mon Jun 17, 2019 12:25 pm
I'll believe it when I see it. They've never shown me that they are willing to take a big risk to win a pennant. Now would be the time to do it.
Twins signed Oscar Corporan, 18 year old, 6’5” RHP. Very little information on him other than the signing.salamander wrote: ↑Thu Jun 20, 2019 11:25 pmSpeaking of which, what did we use tjat international slot money on?Small Hands wrote: ↑Wed Jun 19, 2019 1:29 pmThey had a chance to be buyers two seasons ago, and decided to be sellers instead. Remember that? The players were actually pissed about it. We even made the WC that year. They Traded Kintzler for a low A guy, international slot money, and Garcia for Enns and Little. I will continue to bring this narrative until they bring in some serious talent. You don't have to agree with me. I'm sick of the Twins being content with just making the playoffs. Teams like NYY, BOS, LAD, etc... are trying to win championships. They always make trades at the deadline to ensure they have a chance. That's why they're in the conversation every year.Slap Shot wrote: ↑Wed Jun 19, 2019 12:26 pm
You keep repeating this narrative yet the Twins have never been a buyer at the deadline with this set of executives, coaches, etc. This doesn't mean they'll make a move to satisfy you, but it's like saying in 2004 the Red Sox will never win another World Series.
OK. I mean, he's a big dude so I would guess he's got some velocity. It's just something to lock away until a later date I suppose.The Replacements wrote: ↑Mon Jun 24, 2019 9:38 amTwins signed Oscar Corporan, 18 year old, 6’5” RHP. Very little information on him other than the signing.salamander wrote: ↑Thu Jun 20, 2019 11:25 pmSpeaking of which, what did we use tjat international slot money on?Small Hands wrote: ↑Wed Jun 19, 2019 1:29 pm
They had a chance to be buyers two seasons ago, and decided to be sellers instead. Remember that? The players were actually pissed about it. We even made the WC that year. They Traded Kintzler for a low A guy, international slot money, and Garcia for Enns and Little. I will continue to bring this narrative until they bring in some serious talent. You don't have to agree with me. I'm sick of the Twins being content with just making the playoffs. Teams like NYY, BOS, LAD, etc... are trying to win championships. They always make trades at the deadline to ensure they have a chance. That's why they're in the conversation every year.
I think they had $500,000 left so not sure this is a big signing. Hard to find out any information.salamander wrote: ↑Mon Jun 24, 2019 9:52 amOK. I mean, he's a big dude so I would guess he's got some velocity. It's just something to lock away until a later date I suppose.The Replacements wrote: ↑Mon Jun 24, 2019 9:38 amTwins signed Oscar Corporan, 18 year old, 6’5” RHP. Very little information on him other than the signing.salamander wrote: ↑Thu Jun 20, 2019 11:25 pm
Speaking of which, what did we use tjat international slot money on?
Thank you for the info.
Gotcha.The Replacements wrote: ↑Mon Jun 24, 2019 10:20 amI think they had $500,000 left so not sure this is a big signing. Hard to find out any information.salamander wrote: ↑Mon Jun 24, 2019 9:52 amOK. I mean, he's a big dude so I would guess he's got some velocity. It's just something to lock away until a later date I suppose.The Replacements wrote: ↑Mon Jun 24, 2019 9:38 am
Twins signed Oscar Corporan, 18 year old, 6’5” RHP. Very little information on him other than the signing.
Thank you for the info.
Lavelle was going a little pie in the sky today and saying Arraez and a prospect like Wander Javier for both Bumgarner and Will Smith.bubu dubu. wrote: ↑Mon Jun 24, 2019 6:04 pm Luis Arraez would have to fetch something nice, no?
Young guy who can play multiple positions, who has proven he can hit in the MLB, and whichever team he ends up with, they have numerous years of control
Probably....with the extended BPs now a utility guy has value.bubu dubu. wrote: ↑Mon Jun 24, 2019 6:04 pm Luis Arraez would have to fetch something nice, no?
Young guy who can play multiple positions, who has proven he can hit in the MLB, and whichever team he ends up with, they have numerous years of control
If Arraez or Gonzalves were traded for quality BP help, I'm pretty sure it would be appreciated by most fans.jakazz30 wrote: ↑Mon Jun 24, 2019 6:27 pmProbably....with the extended BPs now a utility guy has value.bubu dubu. wrote: ↑Mon Jun 24, 2019 6:04 pm Luis Arraez would have to fetch something nice, no?
Young guy who can play multiple positions, who has proven he can hit in the MLB, and whichever team he ends up with, they have numerous years of control
So would Gonzalez...
He has a 2nd year left on his contract in 2020..($9M)
but if that "cheap ass, worst owner in sports" signed off on that it must be a bargain.
bubu dubu. wrote: ↑Mon Jun 24, 2019 6:33 pmIf Arraez or Gonzalves were traded for quality BP help, I'm pretty sure it would be appreciated by most fans.jakazz30 wrote: ↑Mon Jun 24, 2019 6:27 pmProbably....with the extended BPs now a utility guy has value.bubu dubu. wrote: ↑Mon Jun 24, 2019 6:04 pm Luis Arraez would have to fetch something nice, no?
Young guy who can play multiple positions, who has proven he can hit in the MLB, and whichever team he ends up with, they have numerous years of control
So would Gonzalez...
He has a 2nd year left on his contract in 2020..($9M)
but if that "cheap ass, worst owner in sports" signed off on that it must be a bargain.
He appears to be MLB ready and Schoop is only under contract for this year. If it can be avoided, I think they'd prefer Arraez to be the 2B next year.bubu dubu. wrote: ↑Mon Jun 24, 2019 6:04 pm Luis Arraez would have to fetch something nice, no?
Young guy who can play multiple positions, who has proven he can hit in the MLB, and whichever team he ends up with, they have numerous years of control
I'm sure they would rather have him too. He seems to fit the Falvine model of playing numerous positions too. But if you want to improve the team, you cant expect to improve much if you are only willing to part with the players you don't want.feekdogg wrote: ↑Mon Jun 24, 2019 6:53 pmHe appears to be MLB ready and Schoop is only under contract for this year. If it can be avoided, I think they'd prefer Arraez to be the 2B next year.bubu dubu. wrote: ↑Mon Jun 24, 2019 6:04 pm Luis Arraez would have to fetch something nice, no?
Young guy who can play multiple positions, who has proven he can hit in the MLB, and whichever team he ends up with, they have numerous years of control
Right. I'm just saying that if Arraez is asked about, they'd probably try to steer the other team to Javier or Gordon, but I don't think Arraez is untouchable by any means.bubu dubu. wrote: ↑Mon Jun 24, 2019 7:35 pmI'm sure they would rather have him too. He seems to fit the Falvine model of playing numerous positions too. But if you want to improve the team, you cant expect to improve much if you are only willing to part with the players you don't want.feekdogg wrote: ↑Mon Jun 24, 2019 6:53 pmHe appears to be MLB ready and Schoop is only under contract for this year. If it can be avoided, I think they'd prefer Arraez to be the 2B next year.bubu dubu. wrote: ↑Mon Jun 24, 2019 6:04 pm Luis Arraez would have to fetch something nice, no?
Young guy who can play multiple positions, who has proven he can hit in the MLB, and whichever team he ends up with, they have numerous years of control
Oh my lord. I'd guess we'd have to give them something else but I'd love that trade.Sidewinder2k2 wrote: ↑Mon Jun 24, 2019 6:19 pmLavelle was going a little pie in the sky today and saying Arraez and a prospect like Wander Javier for both Bumgarner and Will Smith.bubu dubu. wrote: ↑Mon Jun 24, 2019 6:04 pm Luis Arraez would have to fetch something nice, no?
Young guy who can play multiple positions, who has proven he can hit in the MLB, and whichever team he ends up with, they have numerous years of control
And STILL below league average salary.jakazz30 wrote: ↑Mon Jun 24, 2019 6:51 pmbubu dubu. wrote: ↑Mon Jun 24, 2019 6:33 pmIf Arraez or Gonzalves were traded for quality BP help, I'm pretty sure it would be appreciated by most fans.
Not disagreeing with you...
just pointing out the amount they paid for Gonzalez.
2 years...$21M..
Utility player.
i don't like that scenario and i'm betting jack's wrong on it. maybe i'm wrong-but i believe the FO wants to make a couple of significant additions before the deadline passes.bubu dubu. wrote: ↑Tue Jun 25, 2019 11:33 pm Jack Morris on Danny B today. Danny starts talking about the Cody Allen move, and how he likes it as a low risk move, but states that it cannot be "the move," and that they need to add some quality guy. He asks Jack if he wouldn't be surprised if they don't make a big move.
Jack says something along the lines of..."no, not really. History with this team shows that they won't do that. They are a team that promotes from within."
Basically stating what a lot of us here think.
He did not state it as a negative though, which I found interesting (or maybe just being in the broadcast booth now, he has to be positive?)...it seemed he was negative at first, but then went on to say that more and more teams are doing what the Twins do, which is promote from within, and address needs in the offseason. Said that this team has enough talent to go deep into the playoffs, and they just need to stay the course.
I think he is wrong for a few reasonsweimy froob wrote: ↑Wed Jun 26, 2019 5:51 ami don't like that scenario and i'm betting jack's wrong on it. maybe i'm wrong-but i believe the FO wants to make a couple of significant additions before the deadline passes.bubu dubu. wrote: ↑Tue Jun 25, 2019 11:33 pm Jack Morris on Danny B today. Danny starts talking about the Cody Allen move, and how he likes it as a low risk move, but states that it cannot be "the move," and that they need to add some quality guy. He asks Jack if he wouldn't be surprised if they don't make a big move.
Jack says something along the lines of..."no, not really. History with this team shows that they won't do that. They are a team that promotes from within."
Basically stating what a lot of us here think.
He did not state it as a negative though, which I found interesting (or maybe just being in the broadcast booth now, he has to be positive?)...it seemed he was negative at first, but then went on to say that more and more teams are doing what the Twins do, which is promote from within, and address needs in the offseason. Said that this team has enough talent to go deep into the playoffs, and they just need to stay the course.