The SKOR North Twins Show - A Minnesota Twins Podcast

*Reusse and Manny discuss both League Championship Series and why this run by the Nationals is special. Also, why the Yankees and Astros are showing that they are way ahead of everyone else right now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Do you find yourself cheering for any of the 4 teams left standing in the NLCS and ALCS? From the perspective of the Twins, is there a good outcome that we should pull for? And did Rocco Baldelli exceed expectations enough in his first season to take home AL Manager of the Year honors next month? Ramie Makhlouf and Derek Wetmore try to figure it out. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Glen shares what it's like to grind for 7 months and then just be done in a blink. *The disappointment of how the Twins season ended is going to sting for awhile... *What's next for the Twins and what are the top priorities in the winter? *Who do you want to retain from that team? *Will Gerrit Cole be a Twin?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Twins won 101 games and then fell short in October. What needs to be done to strengthen the roster? Would you consider a trade of one of the position players that helped get you the division title this year? And how do you fill out a pitching staff behind Jose Berrios -- the only name written in pen in that rotation? Ramie Makhlouf talks Twins on his show, and Derek Wetmore joins to preview a fascinating MLB offseason for the Twins, with a little reckless speculation! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ramie and Doogie take calls and react to yet another New York Yankees sweep over the Minnesota Twins. What was the most disappointing part about this series? Could the Twins have managed the pitching differently? Why didn't they score more runs? And what, now, going forward?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*(00:00): Should we have predicted the Twins bats to go silent against the Yankees? *(30:00): Do the Twins need to change their offensive strategy? *(51:15): How should the Twins upgrade the pitching staff? *(1:11:30): Was Rocco Baldelli too calm after the Yankees loss?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(3:00): Reusse: "When Stanton's not chasing, you're in trouble" (13:00): Tom Kelly on facing the late 90's Yankees: "When the umpire put his hand up, it was like he shot his dog" (33:00): ESPN's Tim Kukjian on why the Yankees have taken the 2-0 lead on the Twins, and how the rest of the MLB Postseason will turn out.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*(00:00): Should the Twins have handled their bullpen differently in games 1 and 2? *(33:10): Patrick Reusse stops by with his thoughts on the Twins 0-2 hole *(49:20): Wetmore's optimism reigns: Why Derek believes the Twins can still come back and win this series *(1:26:00): What is the state of the Bomba Bus? Derek asks RamieSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Phil Mackey, Derek Wetmore and Doogie take calls from upset and frustrated Twins fans after another blowout loss to the Yankees. They also check in with Judd Zulgad from Yankee Stadium. The conversation started with frustration about Games 1 and 2, and it eventually turned to a discussion about how the Twins can acquire the pitching they need to truly compete in the playoffs.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Phil Mackey, Derek Wetmore and Channel 5's Darren 'Doogie' Wolfson take your calls on the Twins 10-4 loss to the Yankees in New York. Judd Zulgad also joins for instant analysis from the Bronx.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Twins 25-man playoff roster is out and Ramie has a bone to pick; (25:37) Luis Arraez makes the roster; (36:00) Chris Singleton from MLB previews the series: (51:13) Twins GM Thad Levine joins the show; (01:06:00) Breaking down the Twins starting lineup; (01:20:37) past Twins players in the postseason.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Glen shares his thoughts on the team's ALDS roster and the upcoming matchup with the Yankees! (25:26) He's also got a couple keys to the series for how Minnesota can disrupt New York's plan early; (36:20) Justin Morneau joins to share his thoughts about the Twins-Yankees history, why it doesn't matter, and tries to not play the what-if game; See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Yankees announce their playoff roster; (27:09) What should the Twins pitching plan be; (36:00) And Michael Cuddyer's comments about the Yankees.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Twins ALDS preview with the Yankees; Bill Ripken from MLB Netowrk joins the show with Ramie, Judd and Derek; and who's in and who's out on the playoff roster for Minnesota?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00): Derek goes over his and Judd's projections for the Twins postseason roster for the ALDS (22:00): How does Ramie want to shape the roster? Should Lamonte Wade Jr. be in the mix? (43:00): Would Derek Falvey consider taking the Red Sox job?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

New Pod Alert! Search and subscribe to Minnesota Sports Rewind anywhere you find podcasts! On this episode: Mackey, Judd, Wetmore and Manny -- along with a guest appearance by Michael Cuddyer -- gather to discuss one of the greatest games in Minnesota Twins history: Game 163 in 2009 against the Detroit Tigers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00): Reusse and Manny offer their overall perspective of the 2019 Minnesota Twins, the homeruns and just how great the offense has been. (17:30): ESPN's Buster Olney previews the postseason matchups, who the Cubs next manager could be, and what's next for Joe Maddon. Also, could Derek Falvey have interest in running the Red Sox? (36:15): Reusse reminisces on past playoff runs for the Twins.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00): How should the Twins handle Luis Arraez' injury for the postseason? (22:27): The Twins won the bomba battle with the Yankees; How much does that matter to you? (37:30): Are the Twins getting a fair shake nationally vs the Yankees? (50:00): Derek with a hot take on the Twins postseason rotation (1:01:00): Twins postseason awards; Who is the team's MVP? (1:27:00): Derek, Ramie and Manny make their playoff picksSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Derek & Ramie are at Rosedale Center for SKOR North's Mission for Meals *Derek: "I'm already tired of the 'Twins-Yankees woe is me' narrative" *The Twins put 10 runs on the Tigers with what Ramie calls the "hangover lineup". *What has been the biggest surprise around Major League Baseball this season?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(01:00): Judd: "There's nothing that feels fluky about the Minnesota Twins in 2019 (20:00): Twins CBO Derek Falvey joins from Detroit in the aftermath of the Twins clinching (36:30): How much has Sergio Romo's presence helped the Twins clubhouse? (50:00): Derek Wetmore & Ramie Makhlouf pay homage to what the Twins lineup has accomplished in 2019 (1:13:30): Revisiting some "what ifs" with the Twins this season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

"I'm doing perfectly fine, I have no issues," Jake Odorizzi said. "Absolutely fine. I think Rocco was more concerned about me shaking my arm." Whew! So, the Twins are fortunate that it wasn't anything more serious that caused Odorizzi to be taken out of Tuesday night's game. They're going to need that guy to pitch big games for them if they're to make a run in October -- and health is key!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*How much are the Twins injuries and depth a concern heading into October? *More discussion on postseason roster construction: Where should the versatile players play in the field? *Dan O'Dowd of MLB Network joins with his thoughts on the Twins playoff chances, working with Thad Levine in Colorado, and how analytics have mixed with the human element of baseball.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*The Twins are going to flirt with 100 wins and they're doing it without Byron Buxton for a half-season ... imagine how good they could have been! *Perk shares his thoughts on the Twins' starting pitching, and what he's seeing from Jake Odorizzi. Is Kyle Gibson a postseason bullpen option? *What in the world got in to Tyler Duffey? And don't look now but have you seen Craig Kimbrel's numbers?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Ramie presents a question to Judd: What will it take for you to buy into Miguel Sano? *Would you rather have Miguel Sano or Byron Buxton long-term? *Ramie and Judd play a game of "Confident & Concern", and list what they're confident in with the Twins, and what concerns them heading into the playoffs.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(01:00): Ramie and Derek dive deep into Nelson Cruz's 400 home runs (44:00): Derek: "The 'no chance, because pitching' narrative is killing me right now" (51:00): How would Derek shape out the Twins pitching staff in the ALDS? (1:12:00): Should the Twins look to take any action taken against the Giants for Sam Dyson's injuries? (1:24:00): Tyler Duffey's been really good for the Twins, but just how good has he been?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(01:00): Can the Twins do anything with this rotation in the playoffs? (13:00): Tom Kelly on how he managed the 1987 Twins through the postseason how today's Twins match up with either the Yankees or Astros. (36:30): ESPN's Tim Kurkjian on the lack of complete games in baseball, what's gone wrong with Craig Kimbrel with the Cubs, and speculation on Joe Maddon's future.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Judd Zulgad, Brian Murphy and Derek Wetmore discuss Nelson Cruz's continued impact on the rest of the Twins roster on and off the baseball diamond. *Has Kyle Gibson made his last start at Target Field? Derek on what has gone wrong with the 31-year-old right handerSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Were you mad that Eddie Rosario made the 3rd out at third base? Were you mad that he didn't hustle out of the box? Our friend Judd Zulgad wrote that Rosario should be benched for his sins against baseball and Glen shares his thoughts. *National pundits are giving the Twins a chance this October -- maybe more than we are in Minnesota *Would you go with a Bullpen Game in the ALDS?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00): Can this Twins resiliency carry over into October? (15:38):Derek, Judd and Danny debate over whether or not they should use a bullpen game in a series. (36:00): How could the Twins use their bullpen in the postseason? (46:30): Brian Murphy joins the show; Does this Twins clubhouse have a different vibe from years past? (1:07:00): How do we assess Rocco Baldelli's first year as manager of the Twins?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Judd and Ramie continue the debate: Do you want the Twins to play the Astros or the Yankees in the first round of the playoffs? *Should the Twins consider doing a bullpen game for game 1 of the ALDS? Ramie says yes *Brian Kenny of MLB Network weighs in on the Twins chances for postseason success.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Reusse rants on the NFL, and explains why he loves baseball over football so much *Why Michael Pineda's suspension has really screwed the Twins *Buster Olney of ESPN has more on why the Red Sox fired Dave Dombrowski, what's going wrong with the Phillies, and whether or not the Cubs can make a push with Nick Castellanos leading their offense.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00): Ramie to Cleveland - "You just have to admit the Twins are a better baseball team." (17:53): Glen Perkins on how the Twins should approach the rest of the regular season in preparation for the playoffs. (50:00): Why the Twins being a homerun hitting team can work in their favor in the playoffs. (1:05:00): Should the Twins prefer to play the Astros in a shorter series in the LDS vs the ALCS if they got there?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Judd, Derek and Manny make predictions on the Twins 3-game set with the Indians this weekend. *How should the Twins manage their injuries down the stretch of this season? *Should the Twins explore trading Eddie Rosario this winter? Who has more value in the trade market? Rosario or Sano?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Glen talks about how the Twins stack up without Michael Pineda in the postseason *How do you feel as a former player that he broke the rules BUT won his appeal? *And Glen recalls one of the more painful memories in his careerSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00): Is Jose Berrios back? (23:27): Danny: Playing Buxton "was a bad idea by the Twins" (37:00): Sean Aronson joins with a preview of the St. Paul Saints in American Association Championship Series (47:30): The season isn't over and Bomba Bus is still riding well says Ramie (68:00): Would you bring back Michael Pineda in 2020? (84:30): Ramie with a Rocco Baldelli anecdoteSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Judd sounds off on Jose Berrios: "You're not pitching like an ace. You're not even close!" *With the Nationals in town, the Twins are honoring both Brian Dozier and Kurt Suzuki. *Should Alex Kiriloff get a call up with the big club?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Reusse on his trip to Fenway last week: "The rest of that place is a dump... and it remains a dump!" *What are Patrick's overall thoughts on what Rocco Baldelli has done with the Twins so far? *Reusse: "My prediction in 2021; Polano in left field, Royce Lewis in center"See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Patrick Reusse joins Derek Wetmore and Manny Hill for the Twins Show. Pat believes the Twins have no chance of making noise in the postseason without Michael Pineda. *How did Dave Dombrowski get fired from the Red Sox less than a year after winning the World Series?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Reusse and Manny talk about Michael Pineda's suspension and what it means for the Twins the rest of this season *The great Tom Kelly has thoughts on Pineda, Jose Berrios, and a few funny anecdotes on Fenway Park during his managerial days *Reusse to ESPN's Tim Kurkjian: "If you're not all in on analytics... you're done" *Kurkjian on what happened with the Red Sox and Dave Dombrowski parting ways.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Big Mike Pineda got popped. Well, that's a right hook to the jaw. Michael Pineda, the Twins' best starting pitcher of late, was suspended Saturday for violating MLB's Joint Drug Prevention and Treatment Program. He's going to serve a 60-game sentence, is ineligible to pitch in the postseason, and his career in a Twins uniform might very well be over. What does this mean for the Twins' chances of winning the AL Central? What does it mean for winning in October? Derek Wetmore and Judd Zulgad go deep on the issue from Target Field, on Saturday's surprising news development. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*How good was that Twins/Red Sox finale last night? Ramie, Derek, Judd and Manny break down the 2-1 win, Eddie Rosario's heroics at the end, and Martin Perez's strong performance *Former Twins 3rd baseman Trevor Plouffe joins to discuss what the Twins can do in the postseason, and also has an interesting idea for realignment in Baseball. *It's another edition of "Did the Twins Bullpen Do it's Job?"See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Glen Perkins has an idea of why Jose Berrios' mechanics might be off, and notices a difference in his delivery from earlier in the season. *Randy Dobnak was an opener for the Twins last night. What does Glen think of the concept of the opener? *Glen shares his memories of making his big league debut at Fenway Park. *What can Brusdar Graterol realistically bring to the Twins bullpen down the stretch? *How can the Twins fix their rotation with Kyle Gibson missing time?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Is the AL Central race over? Ramie, Derek, Danny and Manny all say yes. *Should the Twins consider moving Miguel Sano for pitching this winter? *Sean Aronson, voice of the St. Paul Saints, joins to talk about what's ahead for the Saints in the postseason.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Judd joins the show for hour 2, and once again is thrilled that the Twins are playing more competitive opponents *It worked out for the Twins last night, but should Taylor Rogers continue to be used in back-to-back days? *Jake Depue joins from Boston with thoughts on how the Twins could use Brusdar Graterol in their bullpen. *Will the Twins pushing Jose Berrios back a day pay off for the right hander in Boston tonight?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Are we going to find out more about the Twins in these next couple series against the Red Sox, Indians and Nationals? *ESPN's Buster Olney joins with a theory on what's going on with the Red Sox, more on all the home runs being hit, and how the Twins could match up with the Yankees in the postseason *What's the best way to handle Byron Buxton now that he's returned to the club?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Is there still concern about the Twins rotation? Ramie's not worried, but Derek says yes. *Derek has a spicy take: If the Twins have a healthy Buxton and Graterol is lights out, they're World Series favoritesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Derek, Ramie and Manny pay homage to the Twins breaking the single season HR record *Is the AL Central race over? Ramie maintains it is. *How tough of a matchup will the Twins lineup be for other teams in the postseason? *Have the Twins fixed their bullpen situation? How confident are you in that group?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Have you tapered your concern over Jose Berrios after yesterday's start? *Thad Levine joins with thoughts on the Twins preparing to break the season home run record, and the overall health of the clubSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*What would a hypothetical Twins lineup look like in a NL park if they somehow made the World Series? Where does Nelson Cruz fit in? *If Byron Buxton returns, can he still have the same impact on the team? *Did the Twins Bullpen Do its Job? Ramie, Derek & Manny decide if Randy Dobnak did his job yesterday.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Should Jose Berrios be moved back a day in the Twins rotation? Derek continues to make the case, and Perk weighs in. *Who would you prefer the Twins played in the first round of the playoffs? Yankees or Astros? *How Surprised would you be if the Twins won the 2019 World Series?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.