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Who is the Minnesota Twins Postseason Closer?

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The Minnesota Twins starting rotation has had a very successful season. They're the primary reason the team has qualified for the playoffs and hope to solidify home field advantage during this final week of the season.  Francisco Liriano, Scott Baker, Brian Duensing, Kevin Slowey, Carl Pavano, and Nick Blackburn have all achieved at least ten wins this season. This demonstrates … [Read more...] about Who is the Minnesota Twins Postseason Closer?

Efficiency or Lack of Freedom in the Twins Rotation?

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Kevin Slowey, Nick Blackburn, and Scott Baker are all products of the Minnesota Twins’ farm system. The trio of mid-to-late 20 year old right-handed hurlers all have an efficiency of motion. This isn’t the first time the team’s fans have seen a similar style. Brad Radke was the organization’s molding of Greg Maddux-a poor man’s version mind you. Rick Anderson has been a … [Read more...] about Efficiency or Lack of Freedom in the Twins Rotation?

Should Gardenhire have pulled Kevin Slowey from his no-hit bid?

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The first place Minnesota Twins are in the midst of their perennial quest to capture the Central Division of the American League. As you may have noticed Sunday, Twins manager Ron Gardenhire took Kevin Slowey out of the game after 106 pitches; and before he had given up a hit. Jon Rauch promptly entered the game and gave up a base hit squashing any hopes that remained for a … [Read more...] about Should Gardenhire have pulled Kevin Slowey from his no-hit bid?

Kevin Slowey, Twins come up short in Opener of Rivalry Series

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A six run inning, 10 hits with two outs, six for 14 with runners in scoring position and three relievers combining for five innings, three hits and zero runs. Most MLB teams would take every one of those stats in a heartbeat. For the Minnesota Twins last night, all of it still resulted in a loss to the Chicago White Sox—a very tough loss at that. The Twins have added a lot … [Read more...] about Kevin Slowey, Twins come up short in Opener of Rivalry Series