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Monthly Archives: July 2009
Minnesota Twins Acquire Shortstop Orlando Cabrera
The Minnesota Twins’ search for an experienced middle infielder came to an end Friday. Just hours before the MLB Trade Deadline, the Twins bolstered their lineup for a playoff push by acquiring 34-year-old shortstop Orlando Cabrera from the Oakland Athletics. … Continue reading
Trio of Minnesota Twins All-Stars Urge Front Office to Pull the Trigger
As the clock continues ticking toward the Major League Baseball Trade Deadline, it is becoming apparent that fans of the Minnesota Twins aren’t alone in their desire to see the front office make a move. Last weekend, in the midst … Continue reading
Minnesota Twins’ Starter Kevin Slowey Lost for Season
The Minnesota Twins—already suffering through a second-half swoon—saw their postseason pursuits take another hit on Monday. Prior to Monday’s game against the division-rival Chicago White Sox it was announced that right-handed starter Kevin Slowey will miss the rest of the … Continue reading
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Twins Face a ‘Make or Break’ Series Against White Sox
The Minnesota Twins have struggled mightily following the All-Star break. After taking the first two games of the second-half from the Texas Rangers, the Twins have won just two of seven and have fallen a game under .500 on the … Continue reading
Deadline Dilemma: Los Angeles Angels Running Out of Time to Improve
With the trade deadline a mere week away and numerous teams scrambling to make moves, the Los Angeles Angels are flying high. Prior to play on Friday night, the Angels have the third-best record in all of baseball at 56-38. … Continue reading
It’s Holliday Season in St. Louis: Cardinals Acquire Slugger from Oakland
One of the biggest names on the trade market has officially found a new home. The Oakland Athletics sent outfielder Matt Holliday to the St. Louis cardinals in exchange for a trio of prospects. The Athletics obtained third baseman Brett … Continue reading
Twins Trade Targets: The Anti-Hype Edition
The trade deadline is right around the corner and with it comes a flurry of trade rumors and speculation about which clubs are sellers and which clubs are buyers. Two things are for certain, the Toronto Blue Jays and Oakland … Continue reading
Minnesota’s Ten-Run Collapse Shows Vulnerability and Necessity
Monday night in Oakland, the Minnesota Twins seemed to have everything going their way, for awhile at least. This year’s de facto ace, Nick Blackburn was on the hill and the offense was firing on all cylinders. Blackburn was given … Continue reading
Five Reasons the Minnesota Twins Will Not Make the Postseason
The Minnesota Twins have a legitimate shot at winning the American League Central this season. Going into play on Saturday they sit just two-and-a-half games behind the division leading Detroit Tigers and one-half game behind the Chicago White Sox. The … Continue reading
Five Reasons the Minnesota Twins Will Make the Postseason
The Minnesota Twins have a legitimate shot at winning the American League Central this season. Going into play on Saturday they sit just two and a half games behind the division leading Detroit Tigers and one half game behind the … Continue reading
Albert Pujols: Finally Becoming the Face of MLB
Since entering the league in 2001, Albert Pujols has never been “the man” in Major League Baseball. He has always played second-fiddle to the likes of Barry Bonds, Alex Rodriguez, and Manny Ramirez. Not in terms of talent, mind you. … Continue reading
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Ian Kinsler Still Not an All-Star
Major League Baseball announced Sunday that Boston Red Sox second baseman Dustin Pedroia has withdrawn from Tuesday’s All-Star Game to be with his wife who is in hospital. This gave American League manager Joe Maddon of the Tampa Bay Rays … Continue reading
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30 Years Later: Disco Demolition Night
As the first-half winds to a close today, fans and players are looking forward to this week’s All-Star festivities. Fans in Chicago, however, have a reason to look back today. It was 30 years ago today, July 12, 1979, that … Continue reading
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Out of His Element? Mauer Enters Home Run Derby
It was announced Friday that Minnesota Twins catcher Joe Mauer will participate in the 2009 State Farm Home Run Derby. Mauer, a two-time batting champion, would seem an unlikely choice for the Derby, but he has already set a career … Continue reading
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Fixing the Twins Middle Infield: Internal Options
As baseball rolls through the final weekend before the All-Star break, it is easy to see that some changes are necessary if the Twins are serious about winning the division. Heading into play on Saturday the Twins’ record is a … Continue reading
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