Kinda surprised If they make Kepler our new lead off guy over Polanco. This is the second time we've seen this lineup in the last week. I suppose he has better plate discipline.
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looks like it's the plan starting out. i don't imagine him being a lead-off hitter though. we'll see.Small Hands wrote: ↑Wed Mar 20, 2019 10:50 amKinda surprised If they make Kepler our new lead off guy over Polanco. This is the second time we've seen this lineup in the last week. I suppose he has better plate discipline.
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His walk rate increased last year and they believe it's a trend. Also, Polanco is a switch hitter and better suited for #2.Small Hands wrote: ↑Wed Mar 20, 2019 10:50 amKinda surprised If they make Kepler our new lead off guy over Polanco. This is the second time we've seen this lineup in the last week. I suppose he has better plate discipline.
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I just caught myself getting excited about the Twins batting order possibilities. Next thing I'm going to do is plan how I'm spending my power ball ticket winnings!
If Rosario and Cruz can hit 60 home runs with averages above .270 and .255; we'll be an interesting team.
If Rosario and Cruz can hit 60 home runs with averages above .270 and .255; we'll be an interesting team.
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yep. i'm ready to see what this team's got going when the regular season starts up next thursday.qrocks wrote: ↑Wed Mar 20, 2019 1:12 pm I just caught myself getting excited about the Twins batting order possibilities. Next thing I'm going to do is plan how I'm spending my power ball ticket winnings!
If Rosario and Cruz can hit 60 home runs with averages above .270 and .255; we'll be an interesting team.
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Today's 5:00 spring-training game on FSN.....
is being announced by Richard and Bert!
Must be their tune-up..
is being announced by Richard and Bert!
Must be their tune-up..
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After the game, MLB Network has a 2 hour examination of the Twins. It's part of their 30 teams in 30 days. It will be interesting to hear what the experts think of their chances now and in the future.
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What did they say?The Replacements wrote: ↑Sun Mar 24, 2019 12:26 pm After the game, MLB Network has a 2 hour examination of the Twins. It's part of their 30 teams in 30 days. It will be interesting to hear what the experts think of their chances now and in the future.
It's been 32 years since one of MN's four major sports teams has been to the Championship/Superbowl.
Every single year is failure until we win one. 4 teams, 32 years. That's roughly 128 consecutive failed seasons.
Every single year is failure until we win one. 4 teams, 32 years. That's roughly 128 consecutive failed seasons.
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The offense should be good. We have that at least.qrocks wrote: ↑Wed Mar 20, 2019 1:12 pm I just caught myself getting excited about the Twins batting order possibilities. Next thing I'm going to do is plan how I'm spending my power ball ticket winnings!
If Rosario and Cruz can hit 60 home runs with averages above .270 and .255; we'll be an interesting team.
It's been 32 years since one of MN's four major sports teams has been to the Championship/Superbowl.
Every single year is failure until we win one. 4 teams, 32 years. That's roughly 128 consecutive failed seasons.
Every single year is failure until we win one. 4 teams, 32 years. That's roughly 128 consecutive failed seasons.
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They liked the offseason acquisitions and both Dan Plesac and Harold Reynolds predicted them to win the division. I'm optimistic but not willing to go that far. I think next season is their year.salamander wrote: ↑Mon Mar 25, 2019 12:24 pmWhat did they say?The Replacements wrote: ↑Sun Mar 24, 2019 12:26 pm After the game, MLB Network has a 2 hour examination of the Twins. It's part of their 30 teams in 30 days. It will be interesting to hear what the experts think of their chances now and in the future.
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I mean, the Indians outfield is a disaster so it's there for the taking but yeah, I'm with you. Don't think we can do it.The Replacements wrote: ↑Mon Mar 25, 2019 4:22 pmThey liked the offseason acquisitions and both Dan Plesac and Harold Reynolds predicted them to win the division. I'm optimistic but not willing to go that far. I think next season is their year.salamander wrote: ↑Mon Mar 25, 2019 12:24 pmWhat did they say?The Replacements wrote: ↑Sun Mar 24, 2019 12:26 pm After the game, MLB Network has a 2 hour examination of the Twins. It's part of their 30 teams in 30 days. It will be interesting to hear what the experts think of their chances now and in the future.
Wouldn't be surprised if we did though.
It's been 32 years since one of MN's four major sports teams has been to the Championship/Superbowl.
Every single year is failure until we win one. 4 teams, 32 years. That's roughly 128 consecutive failed seasons.
Every single year is failure until we win one. 4 teams, 32 years. That's roughly 128 consecutive failed seasons.
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The Indians still have a really good rotation. That's the difference right now.salamander wrote: ↑Mon Mar 25, 2019 4:28 pmI mean, the Indians outfield is a disaster so it's there for the taking but yeah, I'm with you. Don't think we can do it.The Replacements wrote: ↑Mon Mar 25, 2019 4:22 pmThey liked the offseason acquisitions and both Dan Plesac and Harold Reynolds predicted them to win the division. I'm optimistic but not willing to go that far. I think next season is their year.
Wouldn't be surprised if we did though.
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Very true.The Replacements wrote: ↑Mon Mar 25, 2019 4:30 pmThe Indians still have a really good rotation. That's the difference right now.salamander wrote: ↑Mon Mar 25, 2019 4:28 pmI mean, the Indians outfield is a disaster so it's there for the taking but yeah, I'm with you. Don't think we can do it.The Replacements wrote: ↑Mon Mar 25, 2019 4:22 pm
They liked the offseason acquisitions and both Dan Plesac and Harold Reynolds predicted them to win the division. I'm optimistic but not willing to go that far. I think next season is their year.
Wouldn't be surprised if we did though.
It's been 32 years since one of MN's four major sports teams has been to the Championship/Superbowl.
Every single year is failure until we win one. 4 teams, 32 years. That's roughly 128 consecutive failed seasons.
Every single year is failure until we win one. 4 teams, 32 years. That's roughly 128 consecutive failed seasons.
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Was there on Monday with my family. Good times! Renovated Hammond Stadium was nice!
Flew back with Pineda's brother yesterday. Nice guy.