Thats right Loriano is hitting the 90's with his pitches and consistently high 80's. He said his arm is feeling strong and his slider may not be as fast as it was before the injury but its snapping! He has focused on building up his endurance, getting in good shape.
All sounds really good, do we dare to hope he will become our rotations ace this year? I think all those young guys will improve this year and maybe become more consistent. Not sure what will happen with Glen Perkins, seems like there may be some bitterness after all the issues last year. Not sure whos side I am on with all that. On one hand it seems Glen was not honest about his injury and then the Twins may have been a bit sneaky in avoiding paying him more. Not sure if Glen will be one of those guys who becomes an all star cause he pitching with a chip on his shoulder or completely suck because hes bitter. I hesitate to say I lean toward the latter. I am confident that Gardy wont put up with an attitude for long. Even if he pitches well-I think Matt garza is a good example of that.
Sunday, January 31, 2010
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Friday, January 29, 2010
More on Thome
I kinda feel bad after reading what Rod Carew said about Jim Thome:
"In 1992, I had the pleasure of meeting Jim Thome when he was a young player," Carew said "In 1964, I had the pleasure of meeting Tony Oliva, who became my roommate for about 10 years. What Jim has exhibited over his career is the same thing that Tony exhibited over his career. You can't find two nicer people who are always smiling. The Twins are getting a guy that's a very special person on and off the field. So Jimmy, welcome to Minnesota and I know that you are going to help this ballclub."
I have to fess up I have always put Thome in the "bad guy" role. The big brute, meanie, homerun slugger who would steal the game from us. After Carew said that Cuddyer talked about what a good guy he is too. So sorry Jim that I always made faces at you and yelled mean things.
He came to town for the awards dinner the Twins just had. Think its cool he took the time to come meet all of his new teammates. Seems like they are excited to have him as a teammate. Though didnt see any quotes from Del. I am guessing he is wondering how many at bats he'll lose to to Thome. Well, Del not many if you hit like you were at the end of 09. And if Kubel plays like he did in 09 he will keep DHing and Thome can be our late game pinch hitter. That may work really good for him(he's no spring chicken ya know).
"In 1992, I had the pleasure of meeting Jim Thome when he was a young player," Carew said "In 1964, I had the pleasure of meeting Tony Oliva, who became my roommate for about 10 years. What Jim has exhibited over his career is the same thing that Tony exhibited over his career. You can't find two nicer people who are always smiling. The Twins are getting a guy that's a very special person on and off the field. So Jimmy, welcome to Minnesota and I know that you are going to help this ballclub."
I have to fess up I have always put Thome in the "bad guy" role. The big brute, meanie, homerun slugger who would steal the game from us. After Carew said that Cuddyer talked about what a good guy he is too. So sorry Jim that I always made faces at you and yelled mean things.
He came to town for the awards dinner the Twins just had. Think its cool he took the time to come meet all of his new teammates. Seems like they are excited to have him as a teammate. Though didnt see any quotes from Del. I am guessing he is wondering how many at bats he'll lose to to Thome. Well, Del not many if you hit like you were at the end of 09. And if Kubel plays like he did in 09 he will keep DHing and Thome can be our late game pinch hitter. That may work really good for him(he's no spring chicken ya know).
PUNTO!
Nicky is having surgery on his wrist. It is not serious just a little clean up. He should be fine by spring training. Looking at the Mn Twins site I noticed comments from two people saying something to the effect too bad he wont be out longer and wishing he was replaced by a new player.
Boy that really bugs me. First to wish ill will on anyone is so wrong. I sure dont like every player but would never hope they have an injury to keep them out. Second how can you not like Nicky! He has to be one of the hardest working players out there. Ok I will admit hes not the best hitter but has had his moments. Besides we shouldn't need him to be a big time hitter thats why we have Joe, Justin, Michael, Kubes and supposedly Del. He just need to He is very good defensively even when they switch his position constantly. Really how many players can switch from 2B to SS to 3B?! And he hustles his butt off earns every penny he makes!!
So Nick I wish you a quick recovery! Dont let the haters get you down!!
Boy that really bugs me. First to wish ill will on anyone is so wrong. I sure dont like every player but would never hope they have an injury to keep them out. Second how can you not like Nicky! He has to be one of the hardest working players out there. Ok I will admit hes not the best hitter but has had his moments. Besides we shouldn't need him to be a big time hitter thats why we have Joe, Justin, Michael, Kubes and supposedly Del. He just need to He is very good defensively even when they switch his position constantly. Really how many players can switch from 2B to SS to 3B?! And he hustles his butt off earns every penny he makes!!
So Nick I wish you a quick recovery! Dont let the haters get you down!!
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Thome!
So the Twins did it! They signed Jim Thome! Ok I have to say I was reluctant to jump on board with this decision. Then I thought at the very least he wont be coming in and hitting homeruns against us. Then I read today in the paper that part of the plan would be letting Kubel play more outfield and having Thome DH. LOVE IT! Anything that keeps Delmon out of the outfield sounds good to me. I know I need to stay on the positive tip with Del he did warm up at the end of last year. And I hope he will continue to achieve at the plate but sorry he is terrible defensively. I know hes young and can improve but watching him run is painful.
I apologize to my niece who loves Del -Z I will try to not get on his case this year and cheer for him. Just glad that there are options.
Do you think Thome could still cover 1st once in a while to spell Justin. Dont think he has played defense in a few years but maybe he could a few times.
I apologize to my niece who loves Del -Z I will try to not get on his case this year and cheer for him. Just glad that there are options.
Do you think Thome could still cover 1st once in a while to spell Justin. Dont think he has played defense in a few years but maybe he could a few times.
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
New Commercials...
Ok the new commercials for the Twins Fest thats coming up drive me crazy! I cannot stand that guys voice I certainly hope he will not be the new voice of Twins Territory! I seriously turn the volumke down everytime the ad comes on!
I love the guy who has done our ads for the last few years I know hes getting up there in age but am hopefule we have him for the new season!
I love the guy who has done our ads for the last few years I know hes getting up there in age but am hopefule we have him for the new season!
Monday, January 25, 2010
heartbreaking....
As a Twin fan I am use to the heart break of getting so close and losing. And I know die hard Vikings fan know that bitter taste of defeat. But last night is a reason why I didn't get fully invested in the Vikes. Poor guys, bet you most of the defense cant move today and poor Brett must feel like he got run over by a truck!
I wont even bother with the discussion of bad calls and crazy fumbles. They had their chances and should of won. Lets hope Brett comes back next year, should be an even better team and if he can play like that again they should make it to the championship game again.
Does seem like the Saints were destined to go....
I wont even bother with the discussion of bad calls and crazy fumbles. They had their chances and should of won. Lets hope Brett comes back next year, should be an even better team and if he can play like that again they should make it to the championship game again.
Does seem like the Saints were destined to go....
Sunday, January 24, 2010
Vikings!
Crazy game..cant believe with all those turnovers it was still so close.
aaaaaaaaaaaarrrrrgggggghhhh!
aaaaaaaaaaaarrrrrgggggghhhh!
Saturday, January 23, 2010
Jim Thome?!!
Jim Thome is evidently on the Twins radar. Not sure how I feel about that...Do we really nedd another left hand DH? Though at least he wouldn't be batting against us.
I shall with hol judgement until its a deal or not.
I shall with hol judgement until its a deal or not.
Friday, January 22, 2010
why?
One reason I am writing this is to talk baseball. My best friend could careless about baseball but is often kind enough to listen to me blabber after a big game. So I wanted a forum to spout off as I wanted about the Twins and baseball.
Please understand while I will talk about the games I will also randomly comment on other things some extended family of baseball others so remotely connected it will make you shake your head.
Future subjects shall include the following: Uniforms, new stadium, food at stadium, fans, Gardy, TK, ozzie, TC Bear,Tor i i, the royals of my youth and what ever pops into my head!
I will do my best to write at least once a day. I am hopeful that someone will eventually read this but actually dont care i will just pretend someone is reading. Eventually my family will find out about this blog and they will have something to say about the Twins too!
Please understand while I will talk about the games I will also randomly comment on other things some extended family of baseball others so remotely connected it will make you shake your head.
Future subjects shall include the following: Uniforms, new stadium, food at stadium, fans, Gardy, TK, ozzie, TC Bear,Tor i i, the royals of my youth and what ever pops into my head!
I will do my best to write at least once a day. I am hopeful that someone will eventually read this but actually dont care i will just pretend someone is reading. Eventually my family will find out about this blog and they will have something to say about the Twins too!
figure this all out...
Ok so I haven't figured out this whole blog thing as far as editing and such so my first post was sort of incomplete when I posted it but who cares. Really i am the only one reading it so it doesn't matter. I will figure it out as I go!
What i got to say about the Twins today is......SIGN MAUER ALREADY!!!
What i got to say about the Twins today is......SIGN MAUER ALREADY!!!
Thursday, January 21, 2010
baseball fever
I am ready for BASEBALL to start!
yes I am excited about the Vikings....but i have been dreaming about baseball. Dreamt about JJ Hardy hitting the ball getting on base. Decided this was a good omen...now once a day I find myself thinking baout the baseball season. I am trying to win tickets to Twins Fest! I saw an ad on TV and it showed a picture of Tor i i...made me so sad. Damn i miss him. Luckily I hadn't gotten as attached to GoGo...who I adore and am happy is at Milwaukee. My cousins are going to love him!!
Milwaukee would be my third favorite team. Yep the other night when I couldn't sleep i thought about the Twins and baseball. My mind drifting back to early memories, the team I use to adore, the Kansas City Royals! Amos Otis throwing a guy out at home plate from centerfield. Irealized I am not a die hard Baseball stat loving play by play fan. But i DO remember plays at least I remember the core of it how it made me feel as it happened. A leaping catch by Tor i i or a first base dive by Nicky. May not remember the inning or out or who was pitching or batting. I dont always know the line up order. But I love watching the game!
So I have decided to write about the upcoming Twins season. Like I said I am not a stat geek but I know the game pretty well by I dont think I am subjective at all. I am a fan. I love the Twins yet hate some of the ownership decisions, dont always agree with what they do
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