Category Archives: Joe Mauer

Ben Zobrist: The Ideal Twins Trade Target

Posted on December 30, 2014 by Jeremiah Graves

The Minnesota Twins are, seemingly, done wheeling and dealing this offseason, but if they’ve got anything left up their sleeves, it should be a trade for Ben Zobrist. Rumors have been swirling for weeks now that Tampa Bay is looking … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, American League, Asdrubal Cabrera, Baseball, Ben Zobrist, Brian Dozier, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Joe Mauer, Josh Willingham, Justin Morneau, Minnesota Twins, MLB, MLB Trades, Oswaldo Arcia, Tampa Bay Rays, Terry Ryan, Torii Hunter, Trade Rumors, Trevor Plouffe | 1 Comment

Joe Mauer, Minnesota Twins Agree on Massive Eight-Year, $184 Million Contract Extension

Posted on March 21, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

Minnesota Twins fans can now breathe a collective sigh of relief. The biggest drama of the offseason—Joe Mauer’s contract status (or lack thereof)—has finally come to an end. The Minnesota Twins have officially inked Mauer to an eight-year, $184 million … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, American League, Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Joe Mauer, Minnesota Twins, MLB | 5 Comments

2010 MLB Predictions: Ten Burning Questions for the Minnesota Twins

Posted on February 23, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

Spring has officially sprung for the Minnesota Twins. Pitchers and catchers for the defending American League Champions reported to Fort Myers, Florida, for Spring Training on Sunday. That means that the Twins incredible playoff run in 2009 is officially part … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, Alexi Casilla, American League, Baseball, Brendan Harris, Carl Pavano, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Francisco Liriano, Glen Perkins, J.J. Hardy, Jim Thome, Joe Mauer, Michael Cuddyer, Minnesota Twins, MLB, MVP | 1 Comment

Joe Mauer Grows a Spring Training Beard

Posted on February 21, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

Awesome. Simply awesome. I think we can safely assume that this will be the must-have facial accessory for every dude [and the occasional, overly-Nordic chick] in Minnesota this spring. I for one will be doing everything I can to muster … Continue reading →

Posted in Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Joe Mauer, Minnesota Twins, MLB, Spring Training | 4 Comments

Joe Mauer, Minnesota Twins Reach Ten-Year Extension (or Maybe Not)

Posted on February 1, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

Joe Mauer has made it clear that he’d love to stay with the Twins for the foreseeable future. Earlier this afternoon WCCO-TV of Minneapolis/St. Paul reported that the ballclub had granted that wish by reaching a preliminary agree on a … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, American League, Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Free Agency, Joe Mauer, Minnesota Twins, MLB | 6 Comments

Minnesota Twins: Offseason Options and Fans’ Optimism Dwindling Fast

Posted on January 24, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

Fans of the Minnesota Twins tend to be a nervous bunch. This is largely due to years of inactivity, false hope, and empty promises from the front office. It seems that every year we’re given a decry that implies “this … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, American League, Baseball, Ben Sheets, Bill Smith, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Felipe Lopez, Free Agency, Joe Mauer, Minnesota Twins, MLB, Orlando Hudson, Ranting | 1 Comment

Joe Mauer Tops Minnesota Twins All-Decade Team

Posted on December 25, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

As the first decade of the 2000s comes to a close, it seems like a fine time for a little reflection. The Twins have arguably been one of baseball’s best franchises during the past decade. Largely under the watch of … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, All-Decade Team, American League, Awards, Baseball, Brad Radke, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Francisco Liriano, Jason Kubel, Joe Mauer, Joe Nathan, Johan Santana, Justin Morneau, Minnesota Twins, MLB, Scott Baker | Leave a comment

Minnesota Twins Gave Plenty to be Thankful for in 2009

Posted on November 25, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

Thanksgiving is upon us once again. We all know that Thanksgiving is supposed to be about families and turkeys and a rapidly-depleting supply of shopping days until Christmas. In the minds of baseball fans, Thanksgiving is just a pit stop … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, American League, Awards, Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Delmon Young, Jason Kubel, Joe Crede, Joe Mauer, Michael Cuddyer, Minnesota Twins, MLB, MVP, Nick Blackburn, Orlando Cabrera, Scott Baker | Leave a comment

Joe Mauer Wins American League MVP

Posted on November 23, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

Joe Mauer can now add American League Most Valuable Player to his already imposing resume. Mauer received 27 out of 28 first-place votes to runaway with the award. Detroit Tigers first baseman Miguel Cabrera received the other first-place vote but … Continue reading →

Posted in American League, Awards, Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Joe Mauer, Minnesota Twins, MLB, MVP | 3 Comments

Joe Mauer’s Potential Trade Destinations, Minnesota’s Worst-Case Scenario

Posted on November 23, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

It’s almost time to let the real “Hot Stove Season” begin in earnest. Barring some unforeseen blunder by the Baseball Writers Association of America, Joe Mauer will be crowned the 2009 American League Most Valuable Player on Monday afternoon. When … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, AL East, AL West, American League, Awards, Baseball, Boston Red Sox, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Chicago Cubs, Free Agency, Joe Mauer, Los Angeles Angels, Los Angeles Dodgers, MLB, MLB Trades, MVP, National League, New York Mets, New York Yankees, NL Central, NL East, NL West, Texas Rangers, Trade Rumors | 1 Comment

For the Minnesota Twins, Brandon Phillips is the Answer

Posted on November 11, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

In baseball, it’s not always easy to find the answers. To this day it seems that almost no pitchers have found the answer to Albert Pujols’ bat and no hitters—except Chase Utley—have found the answer for CC Sabathia’s left arm. … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, American League, Baseball, Brandon Phillips, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Cincinnati Reds, Joe Mauer, Minnesota Twins, MLB, MLB Trades, Trade Rumors | 1 Comment

Trio of Minnesota Twins All-Stars Urge Front Office to Pull the Trigger

Posted on July 28, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

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 →

Posted in AL Central, Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Joe Mauer, Joe Nathan, Justin Morneau, Minnesota Twins, MLB, Trade Deadline | 1 Comment

Out of His Element? Mauer Enters Home Run Derby

Posted on July 12, 2009 by Jeremiah Graves

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 →