The SKOR North Twins Show - A Minnesota Twins Podcast

*Judd and Coller join the show with their thoughts on the Twins not getting Craig Kimbrel *Twins GM Thad Levine joins to discuss the Twins pursuit of Kimbrel, and the state of the club. *Max Power last night in Cleveland; The guys talk about Kepler's 3-homer night and the depth of the Twins lineup.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Ramie: "I do feel there's some urgency to add to this bullpen" *Who on the Twins are projected to be All-Stars in Cleveland next month? *Did The Bullpen Do its Job? *Derek has 5 Thoughts on other reliever options on the marketSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On a night the Twins' bullpen didn't do its job, Craig Kimbrel agreed to a deal with the Cubs. That timing is, uh, not great. Glen Perkins shared with Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore why he believes not signing Kimbrel to a deal feels like a missed opportunity. It's a special Twins team and could use another arm in the late innings, and Kimbrel was available. At the same time, Perk says it's not fair to criticize the Twins without knowing the whole circumstances of the negotiation. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*If Craig Kimbrel wants a 3rd year, should the Twins still be in on him? Derek, Judd and Ramie debate *Judd rants on umpiring, as a couple had a rough night last night *The Twins finally had their lineup at full strength for the first time this season last night.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Why haven't Keuchel and Kimbrel signed? What are they waiting for? *Judd has a theory on how to make the MLB Draft more interesting *Dan Hayes from The Athletic joins with Keuchel/Kimbrel discussionSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Reusse & Manny want to know why there are some still complaining about the Twins despite their great start *The great Tom Kelly has stories from the 2001 Twins, his final season as manager, and also the first time he saw Joe Mauer in person. *Tim Kurkjian of ESPN joins with thoughts on the Women's College World Series, and the happenings around baseball; Should we expect a busy trade deadline in July?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*The Twins take 3 of 4 in Tampa; is this team resilient? *It's June, thus time for Derek Wetmore to "Check the standings" *Was Ramie right about the Twins being able to handle losing Mitch Garver for a couple of weeks?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Derek & Judd talk Byron Buxton; Is he the most exciting player to watch in baseball? *More Keuchel/Kimbrel speculation; Who should the Twins target? *Coller & Mackey hijack the last segment to debate Matthew's take on Miguel SanoSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Derek Wetmore, Ramie Makhlouf and Manny Hill discuss the 5 teams in MLB that make the most sense for Craig KimbrelSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Is there any concern for Martin Perez after the Twins blowout loss in Tampa? *"Did the Twins Bullpen Do it's Job?" *More Craig Kimbrel speculation; Are we all in? *Derek has 5 Thoughts on the best landing spots for KimbrelSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Judd weighs in on the Kimbrel speculation, and also tells you who's driving the "Cut The Brakes" Bus... And it's not Ramie *The Twins front office doesn't care about hurting feelings when it comes to winning, and Judd loves it. *Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times joins to talk about the Rays successSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Glen Perkins shared his thoughts on the Twins and two notable unsigned free agents on this SKOR North Twins Show *Devin Smeltzer was great in his MLB debut; are the Twins just showing off now? *We're about to reach the finish line on Craig Kimbrel and Dallas Keuchel; and the Twins could be in. *Glen did the heavy research to figure out what the Twins would give up to sign those guys BEFORE the draft begins. It's really something.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Judd, Ramie and Derek recap Devin Smeltzer's impressive MLB debut, and his story to this point *Twins CBO Derek Falvey joins with thoughts on Smeltzer, Buxton's status, and when Mitch Garver could be back *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.

It's a live taping of The SKOR North Twins Show at Fulton Brewery in Minneapolis! Mackey, Ramie, Judd and Derek discuss their favorite Twins teams ever and what trades they would make to push this year's squad over the hump in October. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*The Twins continue to hit bombs; Is BombaSota the nickname to go with? *The Twins/Brewers series is a playoff-like atmosphere *Glen Perkins talks Twins homers; Also should they make a move at the deadline?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Reusse remembers his friend and long-time Texas Rangers beat writer Gerry Fraley *Buster Olney joins to reflect on the late Bill Buckner, discuss the future of Dustin Pedroia, and go over his MLB Power Rankings; Where does he have the Twins ranked? *More on Bill Buckner and the 1986 World Series.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Minnesota Sports Rewind is brand new and available anywhere you find podcasts. Subscribe, please! On this episode: Mackey, Ramie and Wetmore discuss Game 5 of the 2002 ALDS -- otherwise known as "The Moneyball Game" between the Oakland A's and Minnesota Twins. Michael Cuddyer joins to share memories from this era of Twins baseball as well.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Judd on Twins continued power surge: "It is nuts... it's incredible" *The Twins improved pitching; How many people behind the scenes have made an impact? *A quick 5 Thoughts from DerekSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Nelson Cruz evaluated in Minnesota, could be nearing a return *Miguel Sano is working on tracking breaking pitches *That tracking went very well against Matt Harvey *The Twins really like C.J. Cron defensively, and they got a trustworthy scouting report from Rocco Baldelli *Making consistent, quality contact early in counts Derek Wetmore discuss Falvey's insights from the TV broadcast, with Manny Hill and Judd Zulgad. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Athletic's Eno Sarris joined Matthew Coller on the SKOR North Live to talk baseball and why, shocking, strikeouts are bad.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*How did the Twins find Martin Perez? *What's changed to make him a better pitcher? *Is this for real? *What role does Derek Falvey play in the process?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Are we waiting expecting good things to happen to the Twins now? *Did the Twins Pen do it's job? A check in on Rogers, Magill, and May *Rhett Bollinger talks Angels and gives his thoughts on the Twins hot startSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*How good can this team be if Miguel Sano reaches his full potential? *New game; Did the Twins bullpen do their job? *Has the Twins Organization put themselves in a position for long-term title contention?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 remember the 1994 Montreal Expos, who finished with the best record in baseball in a season that was cut short because of the players strike that year *The great Tom Kelly talks pitching, and has a couple of stories on Kent Hrbek and Brad Radke *Tim Kurkjian of ESPN joins for news and notes around Major League BaseballSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Twins Dir. of Communications and Player Relations Dustin Morse joins the show out of the gate to discuss what has made the Twins so successful this season. * How much credit should Rocco Baldelli get for the Twins being this good? *Will the power numbers cool off for 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.

Derek Wetmore, Ramie Makhlouf and Manny Hill each have a list of the 5 players they believe will finish with the most home runs on the Twins this season. Also, they introduce a new bit called the "Power Stroke of the Week", which higlights the most impressive home run of the week.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*What's it like as a reliever, with the game on the line, pitching to one of the best hitters in baseball? Glen Perkins has been there before, and a few Twins relievers were in that spot this week. *Are we going to continue to accept that ball-strike calls will be missed? Would MLB players support more help from technology to help umpires get more calls correct? *Gardy was in town and got tossed, and Perk has stories. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Ramie, Judd, Derek & Manny are at CHS Field in St. Paul, home of the St. Paul Saints. *The time to pounce is now for the Twins, says Ramie and Judd. Does Derek agree? *Making the case again for robot umpiresSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judd, Ramie and Derek discuss how the Twins plan to replace Mitch Garver's production at the plate and from behind the dish; Was Shani Ohtani's slide clean; The unbelievable defensive ability from Byron Buxton and where does Miguel Sano fit in?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

"Don't you LOL me, Derek Wetmore!" The guys from Mackey & Judd with Ramie are wading in the optimistic waters with the Twins in contention for the American League Central. Actually, they're diving in head-first! When Derek Wetmore tried to say we should have a little patience to see how this thing develops, Ramie Makhlouf was having NONE of it. What follows is the fun chat about a first-place Twins team. What if it's happening? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Reusse talks with Manny Hill; former Twins and current Angels beat writer Rhett Bollinger; as well as Buster Olney about baseball and the Minnesota Twins.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Derek & Ramie recap the weekend split with the Tigers; They say no reason for concern *Twins CBO Derek Falvey joins; Elaborates on what has worked for Perez; Still high on PinedaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Derek, Ramie & Manny are all sold on the Twins pitching staff. *Ramie is convinced the offense will continue to shine *Manny believes Mitch Garver is legit *Is Taylor Rogers going to continue this dominance?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 making their case as one of the best teams in baseball. Glen Perkins talks with Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore about the Minnesota Twins finding a new level this week. Other topics include: *Why this early success is more than a flash in the pan. *How is Martin Pérez finding success? *What the success of the pitching staff means for future free agents *Will the Twins make a big move this summer?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jayson Stark made his weekly visit to Mackey & Judd with Ramie to talk all things hardcore baseball.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Ramie is not surprised at the Twins start; Has this all gone according to the Twins' plan? *Mitch Garver continues to rake; Derek dives into just how good the Twins' catcher has been *"This offense is the best I've seen in years" - Derek Wetmore *More attendance talk: Only 17,000 on average at Target Field so far this yearSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thad Levine joins the SKOR North First-Place Twins Show to talk with Derek Wetmore, Judd Zulgad and Manny Hill. *Miguel Sano's impending return *Starting pitching *Kimbrel+Keuchel *Cleveland Indians' injury bugSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Chris Reuvers joins Reusse to preview the upcoming Town Ball Classic *Tom Kelly talks Twins, and why Rich Becker struggled as a leadoff hitter *Tim Kurkjian on Kyle Hendricks' quick performance, and the rest of MLBSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*After losing 2 of 3 in the Bronx, Judd, Derek and Manny say #ItsStillHappening *Twins GM Thad Levine joins to talk pitching staff, and when Miguel Sano could return to the lineup *Should the Twins trade for Madison Bumgarner?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Derek has thoughts on the 5 things that have gone in the Twins favor so far this season *How Mitch Garver's growth as a defensive catcher has provided a boost and given the Twins more options *This pitching staff might be better than we realizeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Glen Perkins interviews Astros reliever Ryan Pressly about getting traded from the Twins, throwing his curveball and becoming a star reliever. *What's it like to go from a Rule 5 pickup to one of the best relievers in baseball? *Perk has thoughts on the first-place Twins and the injuries mounting for the Cleveland Indians.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Is there room for concern for Adalberto Mejia and Michael Pineda? *What's with all the home runs? Derek Wetmore points out the record pace for homers in MLB in 2019. *Why aren't more people showing up to the ballpark?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 discuss how the shift has changed how teams view defensive infielders, and elininated the classic double play *Buster Olney of ESPN joins with thoughts on the Red Sox Struggles, the Orioles being a dumpster fire, and declining attendance around baseball *Patrick has a few notes on Gopher baseball, and the most surprisingly improved Twin thus far.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Minnesota Twins are racing out and hitting all of the home runs this Major League season. As of this show, they trail only the Mariners in the American League (and their 49 homers is an eye-catching total). Ramie Makhlouf and Derek Wetmore share their assessment of the Twins at this point in the year, right after beating up and sweeping the Baltimore Orioles. And some are speculating that the ball must be juiced. Smarter people will sort that out, but what we want to know is this. IF the ball is juiced, do you care? And finally an appreciation for Willians Astudillo after attending La Tortuga Night at Target Field. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ramie Makhlouf and Derek Wetmore went to La Tortuga Night at Target Field. This show is a review of the experience recorded at the venue. *T-shirts *Sandwhiches *Back-to-back-to-back home runs! *And how does Willians Astudillo not start on his night at Target Field?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*The shifts, bullpens, strikeouts, home runs, data ... Baseball has be flipped upside down the past decade or so. What changes stand out to you? *What are the next -- or the current -- market inefficiencies, now that every team has read Moneyball. *Caller Randy called in because he wanted more football talk on the show. Wrong show, buddy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*More bullpen struggles in Houston; Judd wants to put the pressure on for improvement *Angel Hernandez is still terrible; Ramie says it's time for electronic strikezones *Byron Buxton is awesome; Derek goes more into what has made him betterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Reusse & Manny chat about all the balls leaving the yard *Tom Kelly on the Twins lineup, and bullpen concerns *Tim Kurkjian on all the homers around MLBSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*This Twins lineup is for real; Derek & Ramie tell you why *When will people buy into the Twins? *Is Eddie Rosario a legit star? *Can the Twins win 90 games?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Want to start a bar fight over baseball debates? Ramie Makhlouf and Derek Wetmore have 5 sure-fire ways (maybe 6) to start a tussle just by expressing an opinion. From The CODE to the universal DH, these arguments might never have a satisfying resolution. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.