MLB: Minnesota Twins are nothing more than mediocre

[RING4CY]

Can not beat the New York Yankees.
Can not beat the Boston Red Sox.
Can not beat the Tampa Bay Rays.
Can not beat the Texas Rangers.

They can beat everybody else, but they can not beat the teams (I should say team) they'll have to face in the playoffs. They'll be one and done as always in the playoffs. If they're lucky to even hold this 3.5 game lead.

162 games for it to all be over in 3.

 

[BigSkyCy2]

I'm sure there are 24 other teams that would gladly switch places with the Twins after the 162 games are over.

 

[helechopper]

WTF, the Twins will get it done. I still have a truck load of hope for them in the post season. Now turn that frown up side down. :wink:

 

[RING4CY]

I'm sure there are 24 other teams that would gladly switch places with the Twins after the 162 games are over.

Probably. But the Twins have had so much success in the last decade in making the playoffs. That going one and done at this point is a failed season. 5 AL Central titles since 2002. All they have to show for it is one playoff series win, and that came in 2002. It appears the same result is headed the Twins way in 2010.

 

[clonesalltheway]

Just need to get everyone healthy

 

[gocubs2118]

Playoffs are crapshoot, anyone can beat anyone in a 5 game series.

 

[CloneState1028]

Can not beat the New York Yankees.
Can not beat the Boston Red Sox.
Can not beat the Tampa Bay Rays.
Can not beat the Texas Rangers.

They can beat everybody else, but they can not beat the teams (I should say team) they'll have to face in the playoffs. They'll be one and done as always in the playoffs. If they're lucky to even hold this 3.5 game lead.

162 games for it to all be over in 3.

I personally think the Reds are the same way. They haven't proven (at least, that I know of) the ability to beat good teams and especially teams with good pitching. They hit the crap out of mediocre and below pitchers but any good pitcher that comes along just locks them down. Now, their ability to hit all of those mediocre pitchers will help them reach the playoffs most likely, but I don't see them having a chance to do anything once they get there. And that's seriously the truth, from what I have noticed.

Playoffs are crapshoot, anyone can beat anyone in a 5 game series.

This is true, to a degree. But without a doubt some teams have major advantages. Teams with top of the line 1-2-3 pitchers in the rotation have a huge advantage over a team (like the Twins and Reds IMO) that has decent starters 1-5 but no clear-cut aces on top. Those teams can reach the playoffs, no problem, but aren't set up well once they get there.

 

[Iastfan112]

Can not beat the New York Yankees.
Can not beat the Boston Red Sox.
Can not beat the Tampa Bay Rays.
Can not beat the Texas Rangers.

They can beat everybody else, but they can not beat the teams (I should say team) they'll have to face in the playoffs. They'll be one and done as always in the playoffs. If they're lucky to even hold this 3.5 game lead.

162 games for it to all be over in 3.

2-4 vs NYY
3-5 vs TB
2-3 vs BOS
3-3 vs TEX
10-5 vs SOX(if your including Boston, the Sox should be included)

Are these the records you'd hope for, no. They don't show some inablilty to win against good teams though. You need to calm down about losing 3 close games in a row, especially these last 2 the Rangers got a few breaks, the Twins didn't, life goes on and you should still be reasonably high on the Twins chances.

 

[mj4cy]

Um.....they SWEPT the Rangers earlier this season. They won a series against boston, have won 2 of 6 against the Yankees and recently split a series with Tampa. Not dominating, but not futile either.

 

[jdoggivjc]

Um.....they SWEPT the Rangers earlier this season. They won a series against boston, have won 2 of 6 against the Yankees and recently split a series with Tampa. Not dominating, but not futile either.

It's not time for reason - it's time for PANIC!!!!!

 

[jtd9046]

Please.

Go root for a different team. The Yankees and Red Sox games were all early season, they are playing much better ball now. They recently took 2 of 4 AT Tampa. And they have lost two of these Ranger games by 1 run (season series is still tied 3-3). AND they are doing this all with an MVP on the bench in Morneau.

Did you recently switch from a Cubs fan? We don't want you.

 

[WalkingCY]

I always say this about the Twins. (And I really HATE the Twins since I am a Sox fan.) They usually have a nice season...but when it comes to the post season, they get worked. Especially playing the Yankees. Making it all feel like a big waste of time. Hopefully the White Sox will get back into the lead soon. It is still a tight race as we speak. Let the White Sox in for the Central to mix it up and show you how it's done Twinkies.

It's still within reach Sox, go get it! Go White Sox!!!

 

[GeronimusClone]

Can not beat the New York Yankees.
Can not beat the Boston Red Sox.
Can not beat the Tampa Bay Rays.
Can not beat the Texas Rangers.

They can beat everybody else, but they can not beat the teams (I should say team) they'll have to face in the playoffs. They'll be one and done as always in the playoffs. If they're lucky to even hold this 3.5 game lead.

162 games for it to all be over in 3.

Maybe their best player should stop being a giant *****.

 

[jtd9046]

Usually is the key word... the Twins haven't had a roster this complete in a long time.

 

[jdoggivjc]

I always say this about the Twins. (And I really HATE the Twins since I am a Sox fan.) They usually have a nice season...but when it comes to the post season, they get worked. Especially playing the Yankees. Making it all feel like a big waste of time. Hopefully the White Sox will get back into the lead soon. It is still a tight race as we speak. Let the White Sox in for the Central to mix it up and show you how it's done Twinkies.

It's still within reach Sox, go get it! Go White Sox!!!

"Crack is whack." - Whitney Houston

"...which brings me to my second point, kids - don't do crack." - Lawrence Taylor

 

[hawkeyeh8r]

Maybe their best player should stop being a giant *****.

concussions arent something you want to mess with. its not like this is the first concussion he's ever had. he played hockey when he was younger and got quite a few concussions which is why this one is so serious. and last time i checked hockey isnt a sport for *******

 

[CrossCyed]

Good thing the Sox are slightly more mediocre.

I fully expect them to add Manny Ramirez in the next two days, but we're still missing both setup guys now.

 

[hawkeyeh8r]

Minnesota Twins - Twins Baseball Clubhouse - ESPN

if you look at these stats our offense is one of the best in the majors except for HR's, its our pitching thats been letting us down. hopefully we will trade joe nathan next year for a true #1 starter since we have matt capps now

 

[GeronimusClone]

concussions arent something you want to mess with. its not like this is the first concussion he's ever had. he played hockey when he was younger and got quite a few concussions which is why this one is so serious. and last time i checked hockey isnt a sport for *******

I'm sorry, but this has gotten ridiculous. I think there's more to what is going on here.
Football players get concussions and come back way quicker, get their *** rocked every play, and come back for more. Justin hit his head on a guy's knee with his helmet.
It's sad when Troy Aikman makes you look bad.
I think he's waiting for the minor league season to be over so he doesn't have to do a rehab stint.

 

[IcSyU]

The Twins are a true ace away from being a good team.