O.k. I admit it, I was going to go on an epic rant about the Twins and their seemingly clueless front office: allowing the team to have 14 pitchers on the roster, losing John Hicks because they wanted to call up “I batted .194 in Triple-A” David Murphy and fielding a lousy outfield defense with an offense that strikes out at historic levels. Plus those damn red uniforms. But then something miraculous happened. The Twins won a game against the hated Clevelanders and all is right in the world. So why get upset about John Hicks anyway? Twins are on a winning streak, staff ace “Big Spot” Ricky Nolasco is on the mound against “I’m a Loser” (It’s his real nickname - look it up) Cody Anderson and you can get a cheeseburger in your Bloody Mary at Hrbek’s place. So who cares if it might not hit 50 degrees at the ballpark. What else you going to do, watch Nashville v. Anaheim in hockey? Oh and did I mention Sano is playing 3rd base? #winning
So c’mon Twins, let’s get that record to a solid .333 winning percentage and hand Cody (I really am a Loser) Anderson his hat.
Good intro, free.
I meant, rad list bro.
So, not a great start.
tied up!
I totes didn't expect that.
well thats a dumb challege
I totes expected that.
derp.
I wonder what the exit velocity was on that Park hit. It seemed to fool the centerfielder.
as good as a bunt!!!!!!!
So, this park kid, eh?
I saw someone at twinkietown complaining that he wasn't hitting and is no good. I decided that place is devolving into the strib.
I actually haven't been over there in years because strib. I'm glad to know I'm not missing much.
There was also a "Torii Hunter leadership" comment as well. Why are there so few places a person can go for intelligent Twins reporting/conversation?
Because on the interwebz, everyone gets to comment, without having to actually think about what they say or have any real knowledge of the sport/policy/event/whatever, because they'll never be held accountable. And the world is full of idiots.
Too be more specific, my confusion at the lack of good Twins discussions outside of since very small pockets is largely from considering the Timberwolves. They've been much worse for much, much longer yet there's plenty of good places to go for news, analysis and discussion. Maybe I'm just not looking hard enough with respect to the Twins, or maybe this place gives me all that I need for them.
But Souhan and Barreiro were hired to write about sports.
Why are there so few places a person can go for intelligent
Twinsreporting/conversation?Ergo, WGOM
Park double, Suzuki singles driving him in
we can do this all night.
who is this Suzuki guy?
SuzRBI.
Nice bunt by Santana.
prescient.
Phil Cuzzi called that Mauer hit a foul ball.
I dunno where the dollars are kept, but this lte is owed at least one.
Pffffft.
So, this park kid, eh?!?! derp.
Took a few seasons, but I think we finally have the real Nolasco on the mound this year.
Your timing is lacking.
of course it is!
aight folks, I'm off to ice down my knee. game of crowns for this boyo.
I am not fond of Francisco Lindor being a part of a division rival.
Mauer has reached base in every game this year. He has a hit in all but three of them.
I'm going to assume they won those three, because selfishness.
If anyone sees Linda Hamilton anywhere near Target Field, don't let her in!
EDDIE!!!!!
No game of crowns as the good doctor turned in.
Oh look at that, another Mauer walk.
Joe "Wheels" Mauer!
In a rare example, I totes agree with dick n bert.
It's muted because my wife can't stand Dick'n'Bert ... but I'm curious about what they said.
They were saying that the third base umpire should make the call on a checked swing.
Gotcha.
Welp, here's hoping that we get the good 'pen.
That'll do pig. That'll do.
Capps is back?
Sweet Jesus.
So far so good
Fine job Fein!
A manship sighting.
two nights in a row!
I always liked that guy.
holy bejeebus that ball was crushed
that did not look like a bad pitch...Napoli does one thing really well
Jepsen totally missed his location, but was well up out of the strike zone. Even so, ESPN's hot zone shows Napoli loves pitches up and out over the plate or even off the plate, just not inside.
Dudes, I'm out of beer here. Wtf, Jepson?
well cr@p. I'm having a Capps anxiety attack. Our bullpen can't withstand these unnecessary prolonged games
blame Corn
But really, I should get credit for a blown save spooky.
Someone in my section at the game last night referred to Jepsen as [redacted for RR]
urgh, he's not that bad!
Aight, so... Different closer, please?
How about management just assigns a lottery to closing situations. Anyone who is available to pitch draws a number...
With a 15 man bullpen you'd think somebody could get 3 outs in the 9th without giving up a run.
I wouldnt mind seeing Abad giving it a go until Perk comes back.
Abad has the third longest streak in the majors for career games finished without a save
So Bert just ripped Buxton and praised Santana. God I hate this crew. These two players don't have the same skillsets or potential
Bert cant even get Brian Buxton's name right.
I must have developed the ability to tune out Bert.
I am really starting to hate reviews.
Blarf.
Why wouldn't they walk him?
Even the Tribe knows JMIVGABB. Hopefully they soon know th...
...at MSIVGABB!!!!
I love walkoffs
Is this the second time now Sano has walked off a game after Mauer has been intentionally walked?
Nope. First career walkoff hit.
Joe Mauer is tied with Robin Ventura for 65th all time in IBB's (132)
Sano time.
Love that guy.
So Jepson loves walk-offs. Because Wins > Saves.
This is the Twins 21st game
Kevin Jepsen has 5 decisions (2 wins 3 losses)
Twins have 7 blown saves and 2 saves. I won't say in 9 opps because every time a middle reliever blows a lead, it's considered a blown save but if you don't blow it, it's considered a Hold. Stupid stat. Still, the Twins only have 2 Holds with Abad leading the team with 2 and he doesn't have any Blown Saves. Jepsen has 3 and May, Perkins, Pressly and Tonkin each have one. Jepsen and May have the other 2 Holds. Tonkin's Blown Save should have an asterisk because he got it when Murphy threw the ball away with 2 outs in the 15th the other day.