Posted on April 1st, 2010 by admin
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On the heels of his mega-contract extension and an exceptional spring by top catching prospect Wilson Ramos, the Twins announced today via press release that Joe Mauer will play first base to begin the 2010 season.
The infield shakeup was unexpected and leaves many wondering about the timing. However, on the eve […]
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Posted on November 11th, 2009 by Tony
Carl Pavano’s agent seems to be jockeying for leverage, adding the Indians to the mix of teams Pavano prefers today.
But I don’t see why or how Pavano, 33, would return to Cleveland in full rebuilding mode. He was a high reward, low risk gamble for the Tribe last year and it paid off, but that’s […]
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Posted on November 10th, 2009 by Tony
Manager Ron Gardenhire gave Sid a mini-scoop yesteraday:
Ron Gardenhire is excited about the acquisition of shortstop J.J. Hardy from Milwaukee for Carlos Gomez, but the Twins manager said he has encouraged General Manager Billy Smith to also bring back free-agent infielder Orlando Cabrera, who hit over .300 in the last part of the season.
“Gomez, I […]
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Posted on April 24th, 2008 by Tony
Today, Howard Sinker poses an interesting question: Should it be Denard Span who gets sent down when Michael Cuddyer returns to action? Or should it be Carlos Gomez?
Sinker makes a case for both but his case for sending Gomez to AAA is the stronger argument:
“[Gomez] has been totally painful to watch at the […]
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Posted on March 12th, 2008 by admin
The Twins seem to be in a bit of a quandary, and that’s the way Denard Span wants it to remain. Gardenhire made it clear yesterday that Jason Pridie will be used as a utility outfielder if he makes the team — and not as the starting center fielder. That means the competition is now […]
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Posted on March 9th, 2008 by Tony
No announcement has been made, but there are several things working in Carlos Gomez’s favor to become the opening day center fielder. First, and foremost, the the absence of Johan Santana will be on every Twins fan’s mind on opening day. And the grumbling will set off the decibel meter at Metrodome if […]
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Posted on February 21st, 2008 by admin
Phil Humber on Carlos Gomez:
“I put him on par with (Jose) Reyes. Reyes probably accelerates a little faster, but if you (raced) them first to third, I’ll bet Gomez gets him,” said Humber, a teammate at Binghamton, New Orleans and the Mets. “He covers a lot of ground in the outfield, and on top of […]
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Posted on February 4th, 2008 by admin
Star Tribune’s LaVelle E Neal III gave Johan Santana space to make a statement tonight on his blog. As classy a professional athlete as there is… Johan will be missed.
I would like to thank the Twins organization for the opportunity they gave me to be a part of this team during my time in […]
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