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Ron Gardenhire: Award And Extension Are Much Deserved

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Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire recently was presented the honor of American League Manager Of The Year. He edged out Ron Washington of the Texas Rangers, despite falling to the Yankees in the divisional series of the playoffs. It is obviously a commendation for his performance during the regular season, when he transitioned from the biggest home field advantage in all … [Read more...] about Ron Gardenhire: Award And Extension Are Much Deserved

Ron Gardenhire not at Fault for Minnesota Twins Collapse

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Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire was ejected by Hunter Wendelstedt in the seventh inning of Thursday’s game against the Yankees at Target Field. This put the club down 2-0 and in a bind because Phil Hughes is now on the horizon for Saturday night’s game in the Big Apple. It was obvious that Carl Pavano was getting squeezed when he appeared to have struck out Lance … [Read more...] about Ron Gardenhire not at Fault for Minnesota Twins Collapse

Minnesota Twins Limp Into the Postseason: Literally

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The Minnesota Twins open up postseason play vs. the New York Yankees Wednesday evening at Target Field. Francisco Liriano will take the mound at 7:37 p.m. Central. This is wonderful news considering all of the injuries that have plagued the ball club this season. The absences of Justin Morneau and Joe Nathan for large portions of the schedule have been detrimental to the team’s … [Read more...] about Minnesota Twins Limp Into the Postseason: Literally

Justin Morneau shouldn’t hasten return From Concussion

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Justin Morneau has not been in the line-up for the Minnesota Twins in about a month and a half. This concerns Manager Ron Gardenhire, General Manager Bill Smith, and the rest of the organization’s hierarchy. Dealing with concussions is a continually evolving practice for physicians and specialists. According to Web MD - the symptoms can be devastating to not only one’s job … [Read more...] about Justin Morneau shouldn’t hasten return From Concussion