Category Archives: Minnesota Twins

Is Mike Lowell an Option for the Minnesota Twins?

Posted on March 2, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

The Minnesota Twins had a great offseason. Mike Lowell did not. The Minnesota Twins revamped a previously punchless middle infield, added a big bat to an otherwise lackluster bench, retained an innings-eater for the rotation, and brought in a solid … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, American League, Baseball, Boston Red Sox, Brendan Harris, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Danny Valencia, Mike Lowell, Minnesota Twins, MLB, Nick Punto, Trade Rumors | Leave a comment

Minnesota Twins Part Ways with a Fan Favorite

Posted on February 24, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

The Twins have officially parted ways with one of the most popular figures of the last decade. Don’t worry Joe Mauer and Justin Morneau aren’t going anywhere, for now anyway. The Dome Dog, however, has been granted an outright release. … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, American League, Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Minnesota Twins, MLB | 1 Comment

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

Fits Like a Glove: Nick Punto Belongs at Third Base for the Minnesota Twins

Posted on February 15, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

Joe Crede ain’t coming back. That’s the message that general manager Bill Smith relayed to fans and reporters at TwinsFest a few weeks ago and with mere days remaining before pitchers and catchers report to Spring Training, it’s pretty evident … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, American League, Baseball, Brendan Harris, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Danny Valencia, Joe Crede, Matt Tolbert, Minnesota Twins, MLB, Nick Punto | 1 Comment

Pat Neshek Gets the Worst Fan Mail

Posted on February 13, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

Minnesota Twins reliever Pat Neshek is best-known for his funky sidearm delivery and his blog. Fans haven’t seen much of his delivery of late as he hasn’t tossed a pitch since arm troubles and an eventual go’round with Tommy John … Continue reading →

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Countdown to Spring Training: 8 Days

Posted on February 9, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

Today the fine folks at Yahoo! Sports opened up their vastly-improved fantasy baseball game and that means only one thing, live baseball is right around the corner. Let’s get right back into the countdown with another Major League Moment. As … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, Alexi Casilla, American League, Baseball, Carlos Gomez, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Detroit Tigers, Major League Moments, Minnesota Twins, MLB, Playoffs | 2 Comments

Orlando Hudson, Minnesota Twins Agree on One-Year Pact

Posted on February 5, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

Twins fans, feel free to take a minute to pinch yourselves. Shocking as it may seem the Twins actually signed free agent second baseman Orlando Hudson. The deal is for one-year and is worth $5 million. There are no additional … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, American League, Awards, Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Free Agency, Minnesota Twins, MLB, Nick Punto, Orlando Hudson | 5 Comments

Why the Minnesota Twins Need to Go All-In for Orlando Hudson

Posted on February 2, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

The Minnesota Twins currently have a good team. Orlando Hudson could make them great. As it stands right now—two full months before Opening Day—the Twins are the favorite in the American League Central. The club is returning the majority of … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, American League, Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Free Agency, Minnesota Twins, MLB, Orlando Hudson | 3 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 Inks Twins-Killer Jim Thome, but is he the Best Fit?

Posted on February 1, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

Jim Thome is a member of the Minnesota Twins. Five years ago, those words would have me jumping up and down, screaming like a madman, and laying claim to the Twins’ inevitable American League pennant. The problem is that five … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, American League, Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Delmon Young, Free Agency, Jason Kubel, Jim Thome, Minnesota Twins, MLB | 2 Comments

Minnesota Twins: Five Free Agent Options at the Keystone Corner

Posted on January 26, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

The Minnesota Twins need to improve the infield. The club is set at first base and shortstop with Justin Morneau and J.J. Hardy, respectively. Second base and third base, however, are both wide-open. Nick Punto figures to be guaranteed a … Continue reading →

Posted in Adam Kennedy, AL Central, American League, Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Felipe Lopez, Free Agency, Minnesota Twins, MLB, Nick Punto, Orlando Cabrera, Orlando Hudson, Ronnie Belliard | Leave a comment

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

Minnesota Twins Debate: Johnny Damon vs Eric Byrnes

Posted on January 21, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

“The Minnesota Twins should sign Eric Byrnes.” That was the general thesis statement of the article I wrote yesterday. In reaction to that article, the fine folks at “Baseball Musings” posed a good question. “Why Byrnes if you could sign … Continue reading →

Posted in AL Central, Baseball, Cheap Seat Chronicles, Eric Byrnes, Johnny Damon, Minnesota Twins, MLB | 1 Comment

Is Eric Byrnes an Option for the Minnesota Twins?

Posted on January 20, 2010 by Jeremiah Graves

Eric Byrnes is officially a free agent and might be exactly what the Twins are looking for this offseason. Byrnes, 33, was designated for assignment by the Arizona Diamondbacks last Friday when the club signed first baseman Adam LaRoche and … Continue reading →