Joe Mauer as the new John Olerud
Monday, August 29th, 2011 Posted in Joe Mauer, Twins | Comments OffJoe Mauer’s problem with bi-lateral leg weakness this year has led to him occasionally playing first base in order to get a break from behind the plate. Given the strong likelihood that this will continue not only this year but ...
WAR Games with Bill Smith after the Santana Trade
Friday, August 19th, 2011 Posted in Bill Smith, Twins | 4 Comments »The recent trade of Delmon Young to the Tigers for two low-upside pitchers marks yet another failed move on the part of Bill Smith. Aside from the Jim Thome signing in 2010, just about every significant transaction by Bill Smith ...