At the time of this blog the Twins have only won nine of twenty-five games this season. There is also a surprise in the American League East cellar with the Boston Red Sox currently as its occupant. The recent absence of Jim Thome from the line-up has taken out some of its pop. The wildness of the pitchers is a major concern. One of the aspects of Twins baseball has been to … [Read more...] about Now or Never for the Minnesota Twins
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Minnesota Twins Offense is Nonexistent
Justin Morneau and Joe Mauer have been on the shelf during the early part of the season. The batting order hasn’t even come close to picking up the slack in their absence. Michael Cuddyer looks lethargic in his body language and Delmon Young’s production is nowhere to be found. The team had two national television appearances in the past week and both games contained striking … [Read more...] about Minnesota Twins Offense is Nonexistent
Minnesota Twins Already Facing a Breaking Point
Around opening day I predicted that the Twins would win the American League Central Division because they were healthy and ready to continue their fundamentally solid play backed by quality pitching. It appears that I have some egg on my face at this juncture. However, they have proven over the last decade to be viable foes for all comers in the Midwest region. There are some … [Read more...] about Minnesota Twins Already Facing a Breaking Point
Twins’ Gardenhire Should Take Notes From Cardinals’ LaRussa
I have thought for quite some time that Ron Gardenhire is in the top quartile of managers. His longevity is rare in the major leagues. He has the necessary knowledge to get the job done, and his players enjoy competing for him. The Minnesota Twins have stumbled out of the gate so far this season-losing two thirds of their games. It is not as bad as the Red Sox have done and is … [Read more...] about Twins’ Gardenhire Should Take Notes From Cardinals’ LaRussa
Minnesota Twins Season Preview
Last season, I know first hand what Target Field did for Minnesota Twins fans. Sure, it gave us one of, if not the league’s best stadium. But it gave us false hope. It made us Twins fans think that without an ace and a lineup filled with major holes, we still had a chance to compete with the Yankees, Red Sox and Rays. Well, if the AL Divisional Series was any indication, the … [Read more...] about Minnesota Twins Season Preview
Jim Thome Wins AL Player of the Week
The man that has hit more home runs against the Minnesota Twins than any player in the history of baseball is making Twins fans forget all 57 jacks he clubbed against his current team. … [Read more...] about Jim Thome Wins AL Player of the Week
2010 Minnesota Twins Season Preview
By Mike Gallagher What an offseason. Orlando Hudson, Jim Thome, and the best field in Major League Baseball have all arrived in the Twin Cities. … [Read more...] about 2010 Minnesota Twins Season Preview
Mauer Signs With Twins for Eight Years, $184 Million
By Mike Gallagher It’s been rumored for months and months and has been the talk of the offseason here in Twins territory. But it’s finally official. … [Read more...] about Mauer Signs With Twins for Eight Years, $184 Million