Game 80: Minnesota Twins @ Kansas City Royals
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 11:30 AM EDT
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Minnesota Twins at Kansas City Royals, Jul 1, 2009 2:10 PM EDT
Starting Pitchers
Meche's been knocked around a bit his last two times out, and he's had a hard time during day games this year, so if you want to buy into splits a little bit we can hope the Twins are getting him at the right time. On the other hand, Meche is also a better pitcher against left-handed hitters, so take what it all means with a grain of salt. Before these last two outings, Meche was looking a bit more like the pitcher he's capable of being, throwing 16 shutout innings while striking out 17 and scattering just four hits per contest. This is the Meche we need to expect today.
Perkins is going to have to put up another solid performance if he wants to distance himself from the fans who believe it should be Anthony Swarzak taking the mound every fifth day, and not him. Still, he's been reliable since his return from the disabled list, and the Royals offense may not be the most accurate judge of how effective Perk can really be. If he can limit the walks again today and keep the ball in the park, he should be able to put up six or seven quality innings.
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I think
Morneau likes to face Meche doesnt he?
by 33MorneauMVP on Jul 1, 2009 11:54 AM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Looks like it
.345/.412/.621 with 2 HR and 2 2B in 34 PA.
"There are only two things that are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Albert Einstein
by BeefMaster on Jul 1, 2009 12:04 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
thank you sir
I thought I remembered him doing very well vs Meche. I guess I thought that Morny had more homers vs Meche. Didnt he have a two homer game vs Meche in 2008? I just thought he had hit more homers against Meche before the two homer game.
by 33MorneauMVP on Jul 1, 2009 12:09 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Cuddy & Tolbert too
Smaller samples, but Cuddy is 6-11 with a double and two walks while Tolbert is 4-6 with a walk.
Most of the rest of the team struggles (small sample caveats of course). Delmon is the worst at 2-23
by DavidRF on Jul 1, 2009 12:14 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm hoping for another series win today...
I believe the Twins are a winning team, but I want them to do more than that. I want them to make a legitimate push for October. To do that there are a few parts that need to show up, but winning two out of three will do the trick until that happens.
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 12:56 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
In '87 and '91
I went with family on our yearly trip to BWCA only to find on our arrival home the Twins had gone on an impressive win streak during our absence from civilization. Since I am leaving in about 2 minutes for another family vacation (Idaho nowadays) and will be in the wilderness again for the next 6 days, I am hoping today’s win will combine with last night’s to start a streak this year and I will return to my computer next week to discover the Twins went on a 6-7 game winning streak during my absence… good luck all.
by montanatwinsfan on Jul 1, 2009 1:09 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I like that plan...
…you do realize that we’ll blame you if we don’t win…
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 2:45 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
From the game thread yesterday in a discussion on batting second.
But knowing Gardy, if Harris gets a day off it will be Punto or Tolbert.
It sucks, but I’m not surpised.
by matty_b on Jul 1, 2009 1:34 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
That second part wasn’t supposed to be part of the quote.
i suck at the internet.
by matty_b on Jul 1, 2009 1:34 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm also suprised
Kubel isn’t in the lineup. You think he would be in there against a RHP.
by matty_b on Jul 1, 2009 1:42 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Harris
I’ve been saying for a week that he should get a day off. I’m glad he got one. BUT, how in the heck can you hit Tolbert 2nd?
Honestly, this is just stupid. You can’t hit Tolbert 2nd in the order. He’s not good enough to be a starter on the team. If he can’t beat out Punto for the 2B job, how can you hit him 2nd and Punto 9th? It’s not logical.
by ajmargarine on Jul 1, 2009 1:58 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Twins Lineup
1. Span, LF
2. Tolbert, 2B
3. Mauer, DH
4. Morneau, 1B
5. Cuddyer, RF
6. Crede, 3B
7. Redmond, C
8. Gomez, CF
9. Punto, SS
by Kaine on Jul 1, 2009 2:00 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
when will Morales get a start?
I really like Reddog and really trust him, but Morales has the better bat which I think will be really important in this game against Meche. (and considering Perk is pitching and we never know how he is going to do).
by 33MorneauMVP on Jul 1, 2009 2:02 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
And someone please tell me why
we have Jose Morales taking up a roster spot if he’s never going to play? Have him catch and hit 2nd. I have much more confidence in him at the plate than I do Redmond, Tolbert, Punto and Gomez. I know it’s a small sample size, but c’mon, the guy’s hitting .368 for us this year. I don’t care if it’s a good or bad .368 peripherally, .368 >>> .200
by ajmargarine on Jul 1, 2009 2:02 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
that should say
“so I don’t lose the DH”
Good lord my typing sucks today.
by matty_b on Jul 1, 2009 2:10 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Is Meche ambidextrous?
There’s no other logical explanation for Kubel riding the pine and Redmond starting over Morales. I know, Mauer needs a day off from catching every once in a while, and it’s nice for Gomez to get the start in center, but then why don’t you give Cuddyer the day off instead of Kubel, with a righty on the mound?
These combined with Mario Mendoza Matt Tolbert batting second is not making me happy with Gardy right now.
"There are only two things that are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Albert Einstein
by BeefMaster on Jul 1, 2009 2:11 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Gardy has perpetually had issues
with the 2 hole in the batting order, probably since he started managing. He can’t fathom putting Mauer there every day. So, one advantage of trading for Sanchez would be that he could be penciled in that spot every day.
We really need to make a move for a 2B and an arm in the pen. We’re in this race. Let’s do something for once.
by ajmargarine on Jul 1, 2009 2:15 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Yeah. It's sad
when the other team is batting Willie Bloomquist in the 2 hole, and have an advantage at that spot in the order.
by matty_b on Jul 1, 2009 2:21 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
anyone know where we could find detailed stats
of year by year who is getting how many games in the 2 hole? I’m looking thru baseball reference but don’t see anything…
by ajmargarine on Jul 1, 2009 2:23 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
This what you're looking for?
2009 Minnesota Twins Batting Orders
There are totals at the bottom for how many games each player has started in each lineup spot.
I got there by going to the Twins’ team page then selecting “Batting Orders” on the “Other [+]” tab.
"There are only two things that are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Albert Einstein
by BeefMaster on Jul 1, 2009 2:41 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nice...
The commercial break on the radio lasted too long, and Gordo had to tell us about Cuddyer’s homer after Crede was already at the plate.
"There are only two things that are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Albert Einstein
by BeefMaster on Jul 1, 2009 2:31 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Gomez
had had much better at bats lately.
by matty_b on Jul 1, 2009 2:36 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I agree...
He pounded the ball 3 times last night. Unfortunately, 2 of them were right at people.
by NYCisTwinsTerritory on Jul 1, 2009 2:38 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
meche with 3 walks first time thru the order
WAKE UP TWINS, let’s get one
by ajmargarine on Jul 1, 2009 2:39 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
why does span swing at the first pitch there
after meche has walked two consecutive below average batters?
by Kaine on Jul 1, 2009 2:40 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
wat?
Span swung at the first pitch after back to back walks?
by ajmargarine on Jul 1, 2009 2:40 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
He realized
Tolbert was behind him and tried to overcompensate.
by matty_b on Jul 1, 2009 2:50 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Good hit by Mauer.
Right back up the middle. One out already but let’s see if we can get another run here…
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 2:50 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Morneau should have been sprinting that one out.
Routine grounder, sure, but it takes a funny hop, no play at second on Mauer and they still manage to get Justin by a step. Not a fan of the effort on that play.
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 2:52 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Almost looks like Meche is pitching around Cuddyer here.
Fastballs outside, trying to draw a swing at a pitch Cuddyer couldn’t hit.
Just glad to see Cuddyer laying off.
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 2:53 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
HA!
Routine grounder to Collaspo, lifts his glove too early and Crede’s easy third out turns into a run….2-0, Twins!
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 2:55 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Phrases that never get old
“Splits his wickets”
"There are only two things that are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Albert Einstein
by BeefMaster on Jul 1, 2009 2:57 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I've been here long enough to know what that means,
but I still have no idea what it means. And I’m okay with that.
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 3:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Scoreless inning for Perk!
That’s three in a row. He’s doing well today.
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 3:04 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Mauer,
two hits and a walk today. Cold streak huh?
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 3:23 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
They just showed Meche's ball-to-strike ratio.
Poor guy is having trouble just throwing strikes.
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 3:23 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Two steps in front of the warning track.
Not too deep…
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 3:27 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Bloomquist dropped it!
Oh man, if I were Meche I’d be PISSED.
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 3:27 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Although the wind might
have taken it or something, it looked like Bloomquist didn’t have a good bead on the ball.
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 3:28 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ok NBP, time to pick up a bit of slack here.
Two ducks on the pond battah battah battah battah
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 3:29 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I do want him to
get a hit here to drive in a run, but I dont want him to get a hit because I want BS to trade him.
by 33MorneauMVP on Jul 1, 2009 3:31 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
But who would take him?
How much value does he have? Unless a team is desperate for a short-term stop gap, I’m not sure what his value is. It can’t be much.
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 3:32 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nationals
Pirates?
ML, AAA, AA, A?
by 33MorneauMVP on Jul 1, 2009 3:33 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
maybe Japan
would take him…then they could have Ford and Punto.
by 33MorneauMVP on Jul 1, 2009 3:35 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
lew plays for
the Long Island Ducks in an independent league iirc
by ajmargarine on Jul 1, 2009 3:38 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Redmond looks like he's trying to go the other way with it,
get Mauer a chance to score from second. Gotta hit it straight tho…
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 3:31 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Redmond doesnt have to try
to go the other way…thats where it always goes.
by 33MorneauMVP on Jul 1, 2009 3:32 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Meche at 99 pitches
Maybe we can rough up that bullpen.
by y2jayjk on Jul 1, 2009 3:35 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
what happened to him
i was hoping we could put him on the DL with anxiety disorder or something lame to get Jose some games.
Is he hurt bad?
by ajmargarine on Jul 1, 2009 3:39 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
They took him out, Morales is in.
Took a shot off his upper arm. Or his wrist. It looked like it hurt.
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 3:40 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Must be bad
It takes a lot to get Redmond out of a game.
"There are only two things that are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Albert Einstein
by BeefMaster on Jul 1, 2009 3:43 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
that's not a nice looking whack
looks like it got him at / just above the right wrist. Hopefully only a bruise – but there’s bone right there.
by BD57 on Jul 1, 2009 3:39 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Nice 2B for Gomez!
I think it took him about 2.3 seconds to get from home to second base.
That sucker just barely bounced fair down the left field line.
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 3:42 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I have
been happy with Gomez of late
by clutterheart on Jul 1, 2009 3:43 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Gomez is rocking
he is hitting the ball hard, taking pitches, and still playing amazing defense.
by 33MorneauMVP on Jul 1, 2009 3:44 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I wish
Punto would try a sac bunt here
by clutterheart on Jul 1, 2009 3:44 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
oh for...
span with the first pitch swing again! they must look reaaally good to him today.
by dctwin on Jul 1, 2009 3:45 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
This is like me playing slow-pitch softball
“Hey, that one looks good!”
(pops out to shortstop)
"There are only two things that are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Albert Einstein
by BeefMaster on Jul 1, 2009 3:47 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Meche is solid VS LHB.
I imagine that’s probably exactly what’s happening.
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 3:47 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
lol Gladden talking on radio
about how Kubel almost ate himself out of the league when he first came up, with the clubhouse chef and all the food he wants at the ballpark.
by ajmargarine on Jul 1, 2009 3:46 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I asked a question
oer at MLBtraderumors on their chat:
what second baseman are available and at what price?
Ben replied:
Carroll, Sanchez, Uggla, Blake DeWitt, and Adam Kennedy.
Thoughts?
by 33MorneauMVP on Jul 1, 2009 3:47 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I still want Freddy Sanchez.
Although I know people who might choose DeWitt. Carroll I don’t see happening, Uggla I’m not a fan of and I’d rather stay away from Kennedy too.
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 3:48 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
yeah I would rather have Sanchez too
give up Ayala and Casilla and take his contract.
Trade Delmon for Relief help.
Bring up Tolleson in mid 2010.
by 33MorneauMVP on Jul 1, 2009 3:50 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I saw Tolleson's numbers at Rochester the other day
and thought to myself that I needed to look into him more. I still haven’t done it.
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 3:51 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
you should really
and then present a post. I think many would benefit from getting to know the future 2B.
by 33MorneauMVP on Jul 1, 2009 3:52 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
LEN3 gave the Twins company line on him
today in a blog post. “Doesn’t catch the ball”
by ajmargarine on Jul 1, 2009 3:54 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
and you know how long it takes the Twins
once they tag a player, for them to see the big picture.
Case in point, guys tagged MLB players by the Twins:
1. Punto
2. Jason Tyner
3.
by ajmargarine on Jul 1, 2009 3:56 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sanchez
Is a former batting champ who would not be cheap
DeWitt is cheaper and probally easier to get
by clutterheart on Jul 1, 2009 3:51 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
The batting champ
bit won’t raise his current price. The Pirates need prospects, and paying Sanchez over the next year plus an option year is just throwing their money away. DeWitt might still be cheaper and easier to get, but I don’t think Sanchez would be as pricey as you might think.
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 3:53 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think you are
undervalue Sanchez.
If he had no contract for next year, maybe
But it would cost us one of our good AAA or AA pitchers
Fox or Mulvey + Casilla
by clutterheart on Jul 1, 2009 3:56 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'd do that trade in a heartbeat for Sanchez.
Mulvey looks like a decent middle of the rotation guy, but we already have fists full of those anyway. And Casilla might need a change of scenery to get his head straight, because he’s screwing up his chances here. That’s a done deal for me.
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 4:00 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I would too
But I REALLY like Fox so I would hope Mulvey
by clutterheart on Jul 1, 2009 4:01 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I like Fox too,
but I need to see him get promoted and succeed. He’s getting a little old for his level.
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 4:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
yeah
but he was out for a time with an injury
by clutterheart on Jul 1, 2009 4:04 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
uggla has no scrap or grit
so he don’t fit here
by ajmargarine on Jul 1, 2009 3:49 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
i feel like we should be out of contention with the way we've been playing
but we aren’t at all. i know it’s not a novel thought, but i can’t help but think that one little upgrade at 2B or in the pen might make all the difference. i like sanchez, personally. seems like a good fit both in the lineup and on the field….plus if we take his contract, i think the pirates would be reasonable.
by dctwin on Jul 1, 2009 3:52 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
ANOTHER base hit for Mauer!
And Gomez’s lead-off double ISN’T wasted!
3-0 baby…
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 3:51 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Slacker
He’s still only at .392. WHERE’S THE OTHER .608, JOE?
"There are only two things that are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Albert Einstein
by BeefMaster on Jul 1, 2009 3:52 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
its time for Morny to pay
Meche with a three run jack!
by 33MorneauMVP on Jul 1, 2009 3:53 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Nice line drive by DeJesus.
I’ve always liked him. He could have had a better career somewhere besides KC.
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 3:56 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
the more he hits
The more appealing he will be at the deadline. I could see him going somewhere.
But the Pirates have now become the whipping boy even more than the Royals ever were.
by y2jayjk on Jul 1, 2009 3:58 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
haven't you heard?
KC is the trendy pick to win the AL Central this year…. Goes to show how accurate pre-season predictions in the AL Central can be.
by dctwin on Jul 1, 2009 3:59 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
really?
BP had KC finishing last… they polled 12 staff members and KC was four votes away from a perfect all-last-place score.
BP had 10 of 12 picking Cleveland to take the central with the other two picking them to finish second. They had a toss-up for 2-3-4 between MIN-DET-CWS
by DavidRF on Jul 1, 2009 4:05 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
well, i don’t feel like doing an internet search to find the ones i read, but analysts were all over the place (BP tends to be little more informed than most) and kc got a lot of love esp once they had their hot start (not technically preseason, but still wildly inaccurate). cleveland picks look just as foolish in hindsight… you just never know with this division, but i believe it was stark who made the rule last season that he would “never count the twins out”. i’ll buy into that idea.
by dctwin on Jul 1, 2009 4:11 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
love that DP action
Keep it going, Glenward.
by y2jayjk on Jul 1, 2009 4:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
perk is living and dying by the GIDP tonight
by dctwin on Jul 1, 2009 4:03 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Lack of walks
Is very encouraging nonetheless.
by y2jayjk on Jul 1, 2009 4:04 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
74 pitches for Perkins
Is that accurate still? He’s managing them very well.
by y2jayjk on Jul 1, 2009 4:04 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Compare that to
121 from Meche & I think his last start he pitched 130
His arm is going to give out soon if they are not careful
by clutterheart on Jul 1, 2009 4:06 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Gordo had my hopes up there
But Crede is out.
"There are only two things that are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Albert Einstein
by BeefMaster on Jul 1, 2009 4:05 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
punto hurt
again
to the DL with him
Bring up Tolleson
by ajmargarine on Jul 1, 2009 4:10 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Nice recovery on that one my Harris.
Got the out by a step.
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 4:10 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Harris has been playing
a brilliant shortstop!
by 33MorneauMVP on Jul 1, 2009 4:12 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
WTF substitutions
The Twins just brought in Harris for Punto and Buscher for Morneau. Sounds like Punto may be hurt, but I have no idea why you would take out Morneau in a 2-run game.
"There are only two things that are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Albert Einstein
by BeefMaster on Jul 1, 2009 4:10 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Yeah I just saw that!
Saw Buscher at first with the KC dude, and all i could think was….am I imagining this? Wasn’t Morneau there earlier, he wasn’t DHing right?
I’m glad it wasn’t’ just me.
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 4:12 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Redmond out as well....
I searched the thread and couldn’t find a reason. There must be some aches and pains today. Hopefully its just getaway day type of stuff?
by DavidRF on Jul 1, 2009 4:13 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
When Morales came in
we were all discussing Reddog being hurt…what thread where you looking at?
by 33MorneauMVP on Jul 1, 2009 4:14 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
My bad...
Checked again and found it. Thanks…
by DavidRF on Jul 1, 2009 4:16 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
ya I hope
it was just a precautionary measure…but who know? Redmond and Punto could both be headed to the DL tomorrow.
by 33MorneauMVP on Jul 1, 2009 4:17 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Redmond went down a couple of innings ago
after being hit in the forearm/wrist. They took him out right away, hopefully just as a safetly precaution.
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 4:15 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Pulled groin
stop by Waving the Wheat (http://wavingthewheat.wordpress.com/) and The College Hockey Blog (http://thecollegehockeyblog.wordpress.com/)
by fetch9 on Jul 1, 2009 4:20 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
something with his groin
stop by Waving the Wheat (http://wavingthewheat.wordpress.com/) and The College Hockey Blog (http://thecollegehockeyblog.wordpress.com/)
by fetch9 on Jul 1, 2009 4:20 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Fairness
The Twins have decided to give the Royals a sporting chance.
"There are only two things that are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Albert Einstein
by BeefMaster on Jul 1, 2009 4:15 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
7 innings for one-run ball for Perk!
A lot of good starting pitching going around this team lately.
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 4:16 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Perk who?
10 H, 1 R, 0 BB, 1 K? I was pretty sure the Twins had somehow re-acquired Carlos Silva.
"There are only two things that are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Albert Einstein
by BeefMaster on Jul 1, 2009 4:18 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
They're catching up to him a little more.
I wouldn’t be afraid to let him start the 8th, but I do think the better option is to send in relief to nail down the final two innings.
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 4:17 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Still a close game...
We should try to get some more runs…
by DavidRF on Jul 1, 2009 4:19 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
That's automatic, but yeah.
Insurance runs would be huge here. Even just one.
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 4:24 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
7 IP, 10 hits. It's a bit much, but at least it's scattered.
and 92 pitches. He may go for another inning.
by y2jayjk on Jul 1, 2009 4:17 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Maybe Punto is dead?
Founding member of the Dick Jauron Fan Club.
by taskersd on Jul 1, 2009 4:17 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
for what it's worth
twinsterritory on twitter is reporting that:
Morneau left with an injured groin, Punto with an injured back. This may mean Punto to the DL as Gardy said they couldn’t go back and forth.
by dctwin on Jul 1, 2009 4:20 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Yep
Was just about to post it – Gordo referred to it as a “slight groin pull”, so hopefully it was just a little tweak. It’s not like Morneau needs to get slower.
"There are only two things that are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Albert Einstein
by BeefMaster on Jul 1, 2009 4:22 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Off days tomorrow and monday
Those will help
by DavidRF on Jul 1, 2009 4:23 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
kellythesier says it is just a “tight left groin” so hopefully the off days will be enough.
by dctwin on Jul 1, 2009 4:24 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
If the Twins get one more run here
then send Perk out for the eight, but only with Mijares/Guerrier/Dickey warming up in the pen as a precautionary measure.
Twins do not get a run here, send in the relief.
by 33MorneauMVP on Jul 1, 2009 4:21 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Anyone keeping up on NHL Free Agency?
Stuff is crazy.
I wish the NBA free agency was as insane.
Or Do I?
by y2jayjk on Jul 1, 2009 4:21 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
what is your impression of the Wild's
new GM and Manager?
by 33MorneauMVP on Jul 1, 2009 4:22 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
that will depend
On how we do in this FA season.
BUT I was happy we replaced both of them. We will no longer be the most boring team in the NHL!
by y2jayjk on Jul 1, 2009 4:24 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
redmond's arm x ray was negative
again from kelly thesier: Diagnosed with bruised forearm after taking foul tip in 5th inn.
by dctwin on Jul 1, 2009 4:26 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Whoa
Tolbert swinging on 3-0 – if he didn’t reach on that, I think he would’ve been beaten to death by his teammates.
"There are only two things that are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Albert Einstein
by BeefMaster on Jul 1, 2009 4:30 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
no he would not have
because Gardy would have threatened em with getting sent down to single A.
by 33MorneauMVP on Jul 1, 2009 4:32 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Insurance...
Thanks Span/Tolbert…
I hate it when we grab a lead and hang on for dear life… nice to see the pressure still being applied.
C’mon Joe! Make it 4-4!
by DavidRF on Jul 1, 2009 4:31 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
IBB
because Buscher is on deck. If it was Morneau, I dont think Tejada would have done that.
by 33MorneauMVP on Jul 1, 2009 4:32 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
OMG Tolbert got a base hit
AND an RBI too!
by 33MorneauMVP on Jul 1, 2009 4:31 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Christian Bale is in
I remember roughing him up a few days ago… Hrm…
by y2jayjk on Jul 1, 2009 4:34 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
C'mon, Morneau!
4 consecutive homer games!
"He didn’t call me or anything. It was an accident, but a lot of people would have called to see how someone is doing after they got hit in the head. Especially if they had to go on the DL." — Morneau on pitcher Ron Villone after an April 2005 beaning.
by Gonzo2 on Jul 1, 2009 4:34 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Lots of it.
"He didn’t call me or anything. It was an accident, but a lot of people would have called to see how someone is doing after they got hit in the head. Especially if they had to go on the DL." — Morneau on pitcher Ron Villone after an April 2005 beaning.
by Gonzo2 on Jul 1, 2009 4:35 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Bases loaded for Cuddles!
"He didn’t call me or anything. It was an accident, but a lot of people would have called to see how someone is doing after they got hit in the head. Especially if they had to go on the DL." — Morneau on pitcher Ron Villone after an April 2005 beaning.
by Gonzo2 on Jul 1, 2009 4:36 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Well, at least the Bush preformed serviceably.
Lets Geau Morno!
by Kaine on Jul 1, 2009 4:36 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Walk em!
"He didn’t call me or anything. It was an accident, but a lot of people would have called to see how someone is doing after they got hit in the head. Especially if they had to go on the DL." — Morneau on pitcher Ron Villone after an April 2005 beaning.
by Gonzo2 on Jul 1, 2009 4:38 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
GameDay tells me that strike to Cuddyer was Slamable.
Lets Geau Morno!
by Kaine on Jul 1, 2009 4:39 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Right down the middle!
Where do you live? You don’t get FS Royals?
"He didn’t call me or anything. It was an accident, but a lot of people would have called to see how someone is doing after they got hit in the head. Especially if they had to go on the DL." — Morneau on pitcher Ron Villone after an April 2005 beaning.
by Gonzo2 on Jul 1, 2009 4:40 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Cuddyer: BB
that’s another run! loving the KC bullpen guys…
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 4:39 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
RBI -- BB!
Cuddy walked in a guy just a few games ago if I recall
by DavidRF on Jul 1, 2009 4:39 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I seem to be remembering the same thing.
Lets Geau Morno!
by Kaine on Jul 1, 2009 4:40 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
The lamest possible RBI
Way to go, Cuddyer!
"There are only two things that are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Albert Einstein
by BeefMaster on Jul 1, 2009 4:39 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Fantasy talk
Taking away Nathan’s save, STOP IT BALE!
by y2jayjk on Jul 1, 2009 4:40 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
put it in the same spot as last time Crede
DeJesus cant do it twice….
by 33MorneauMVP on Jul 1, 2009 4:41 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Shit!
We could have gotten more runs!
"He didn’t call me or anything. It was an accident, but a lot of people would have called to see how someone is doing after they got hit in the head. Especially if they had to go on the DL." — Morneau on pitcher Ron Villone after an April 2005 beaning.
by Gonzo2 on Jul 1, 2009 4:42 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Buzzkill
Any great pitching minds out there want to predict how Gardy handles the end of this game?
Lets Geau Morno!
by Kaine on Jul 1, 2009 4:43 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Guerrier in the 8th and Dickey in the 9th?
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 4:43 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
or perhaps Dickey for both?
Lets Geau Morno!
by Kaine on Jul 1, 2009 4:45 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Dickey time, everybody! Dickey time!
"He didn’t call me or anything. It was an accident, but a lot of people would have called to see how someone is doing after they got hit in the head. Especially if they had to go on the DL." — Morneau on pitcher Ron Villone after an April 2005 beaning.
by Gonzo2 on Jul 1, 2009 4:44 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Wasn't Matty standing around all inning warmed up waiting to come in?
by ajmargarine on Jul 1, 2009 4:45 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Dickey for 2 looks like
unless of course he gives up a run, then Nathan for the garbage save
by ajmargarine on Jul 1, 2009 4:45 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Dickey falling back to earth
with a thudding crash his last 3 appearances
by ajmargarine on Jul 1, 2009 4:47 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
What the frick was that Gomez?
"He didn’t call me or anything. It was an accident, but a lot of people would have called to see how someone is doing after they got hit in the head. Especially if they had to go on the DL." — Morneau on pitcher Ron Villone after an April 2005 beaning.
by Gonzo2 on Jul 1, 2009 4:47 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
on the radio
sounded like a just miss HR?
by ajmargarine on Jul 1, 2009 4:48 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
It was short by probably 10 feet.,
"He didn’t call me or anything. It was an accident, but a lot of people would have called to see how someone is doing after they got hit in the head. Especially if they had to go on the DL." — Morneau on pitcher Ron Villone after an April 2005 beaning.
by Gonzo2 on Jul 1, 2009 4:50 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Can't blame Dickey
When a guy goes 4-4…he just has “it”
by y2jayjk on Jul 1, 2009 4:49 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
if Dickey doesn’t finish this it made no sense to bring him in in the 8th
by ajmargarine on Jul 1, 2009 4:51 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
No worries
Dickey just says, “Oh, a double? Ain’t no thang, take this, Teahen.”
And gets out of the inning.
by y2jayjk on Jul 1, 2009 4:51 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
+1
"He didn’t call me or anything. It was an accident, but a lot of people would have called to see how someone is doing after they got hit in the head. Especially if they had to go on the DL." — Morneau on pitcher Ron Villone after an April 2005 beaning.
by Gonzo2 on Jul 1, 2009 4:53 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
That's what SHE said!
“So does YOUR MOM” would also have worked there.
"There are only two things that are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Albert Einstein
by BeefMaster on Jul 1, 2009 4:53 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
I hope Red Dog was okay,
he appeared to be crying when they took him out. =(
Never good to see that stuff.
"He didn’t call me or anything. It was an accident, but a lot of people would have called to see how someone is doing after they got hit in the head. Especially if they had to go on the DL." — Morneau on pitcher Ron Villone after an April 2005 beaning.
by Gonzo2 on Jul 1, 2009 4:53 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Come on Gomez and Harris...
Get out, I have stuff to do today.
by y2jayjk on Jul 1, 2009 4:54 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
What about Span?
"There are only two things that are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Albert Einstein
by BeefMaster on Jul 1, 2009 4:55 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
D'oh!
I forgot that Harris came in for Punto and was batting 9th instead of 2nd.
"There are only two things that are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Albert Einstein
by BeefMaster on Jul 1, 2009 4:56 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Mahay now pitching for the Royals
That is among my favorite names to hear John Gordon say.
"There are only two things that are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Albert Einstein
by BeefMaster on Jul 1, 2009 4:54 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
I have been referring to my phallus as R.A. and my wife is starting to think I am crazy.
Founding member of the Dick Jauron Fan Club.
by taskersd on Jul 1, 2009 4:56 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
What does the RA stand for?
Ronaldinho Alberto?
by y2jayjk on Jul 1, 2009 4:57 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Robert Allen
That’s Dickey’s full name. Not sure about that other thing… :-)
Bert’s initials are also R.A. (Rik Aalbert)
by DavidRF on Jul 1, 2009 5:00 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
That's fine...
But you should watch out that she doesn’t replace it with Joe Nathan to finish up.
"There are only two things that are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Albert Einstein
by BeefMaster on Jul 1, 2009 4:58 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nice slow-mo replay of that broken-bat hit.
Dickey’s knuckler must have rotated one-and-a-half times on the way to the plate. So much fun to watch.
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 5:02 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Two on, two out.
Let’s go Dickey, lock it up.
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 5:05 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Tying run on deck...
This would be a cheap save…
by DavidRF on Jul 1, 2009 5:06 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nathan coming in for another one out save
in a 4 run game.
Gladden under his breath: oh no.
by ajmargarine on Jul 1, 2009 5:05 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
LOL @ this save situation
LOL @ this save situation
Lets Geau Morno!
by Kaine on Jul 1, 2009 5:06 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
did not mean to double that up.
Lets Geau Morno!
by Kaine on Jul 1, 2009 5:06 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Was Nathan already warmed up?
Maybe with the off day tomorrow he could use the work?
by DavidRF on Jul 1, 2009 5:07 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
um no
6th appearance in the 9 game road trip
by ajmargarine on Jul 1, 2009 5:08 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Just stat-padding them...
Kinda cheap, but whatever…
by DavidRF on Jul 1, 2009 5:09 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
We can't let it get to Butler
So it’s a good move to put in Nathan now.
by y2jayjk on Jul 1, 2009 5:08 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
we need another reliever
the way Gardy uses them up, up and down, up and down, one inning saves, one batter appearances
by ajmargarine on Jul 1, 2009 5:10 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
the bullpen has performed wonderfully this road trip though.
Lets Geau Morno!
by Kaine on Jul 1, 2009 5:10 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
It's what Nathan is there for.
Besides, if Dickey gives up a bomb people still think Gardy makes the wrong decision.
by Jesse on Jul 1, 2009 5:11 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sad
It’s always disappointing when your Dickey fails in a key situation.
"There are only two things that are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Albert Einstein
by BeefMaster on Jul 1, 2009 5:11 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
not shocked
to see that comment from BeefMaster.
by y2jayjk on Jul 1, 2009 5:11 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah...
R.A. Dickey is basically a living excuse to post penis jokes in Twins game threads.
"There are only two things that are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Albert Einstein
by BeefMaster on Jul 1, 2009 5:13 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Was it just me
Or was Dickey a little limp today?
"You're thinking too much. Just have fun." -- Bennie "The Jet" Rodriguez in Sandlot
by cmathewson on Jul 1, 2009 5:18 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
A Christ-like at bat by DeJesus.
Lets Geau Morno!
by Kaine on Jul 1, 2009 5:13 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Yes. Perhaps he should change his name to DeJoe.
Lets Geau Morno!
by Kaine on Jul 1, 2009 5:15 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
That's what I'm guessing
Yahoo is frozen at 2-2.
by y2jayjk on Jul 1, 2009 5:13 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Omen
A bird just flew into my window on that last foul ball. He lived.
"There are only two things that are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Albert Einstein
by BeefMaster on Jul 1, 2009 5:14 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Yay!
And Detroit is looking bad against Oakland right now..
and also…we are 2 above .500!
by y2jayjk on Jul 1, 2009 5:14 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
Yup... 2 above .500 for the first time this year!
Also Mauer is just 8 PA’s short of qualifying for the leaderboards.
Hope Morneau & Redmond is OK. Punto, too, I suppose because I’m not sure anyone is AAA is ready to come up yet… Valencia just got there.
by DavidRF on Jul 1, 2009 5:18 PM EDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hooray
2 above!
Nathan get the save then??
by ianmader on Jul 1, 2009 5:17 PM EDT reply actions 0 recs
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