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With the season just a couple weeks away, the Twins look to have more roster questions now than they did a month ago due to injuries. Among those is the news that first baseman Alex Kirilloff might not be ready for Opening Day, prompting David and Dan to wonder: Who is going to play there regularly? Or will it turn into another platoon? They also look at the spring training performance of Bailey Ober and ask whether he has played the Twins into a six-man starting rotation -- and if so, what does that mean for the bullpen? The World Baseball Classic is in full swing, and David is looking for ways that baseball could better market what is a very cool event. They highlight the many Twins' connections at the WBC, one of which gives Dan the chance to talk about one of his favorite topics: the perfect game.Thanks for listening, and go Twins!The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS! Support the showMusic: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.Twitter: https://twitter.com/mnforthewin (@MNfortheWin) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC07gPkjiU5LqAJVjOgT90SAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MNfortheWinWebsite: https://mnforthewin.buzzsprout.com/

With the baseball season opener just over three weeks away, the Twins' starting rotation couldn't look much better, even as the lineup starts to show some cracks created by minor(?) injuries. David and Dan take a look at who is healthy and who is not on their third spring training episode of the 2023 season. They also follow up on the two big rule changes limiting the shift and also the addition of a pitch clock, the second of which both are in favor of. They also discuss Paul Molitor's guest appearance at training camp as well as the egg toss team-building exercise won by -- who else? -- Kyle Garlick. Finally, at least one national outlet thinks that the Twins might have a dark horse MVP candidate, which especially emboldens Dan.Thanks for listening, and go Twins!The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS! Support the showMusic: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.Twitter: https://twitter.com/mnforthewin (@MNfortheWin) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC07gPkjiU5LqAJVjOgT90SAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MNfortheWinWebsite: https://mnforthewin.buzzsprout.com/

Major League Baseball has instituted a series of rules for this season, and because they love rules so much, David, Dan and Hoges have devoted a whole episode to discussing them. The extra-innings ghost runner is now permanent, and for the most part the guys have resigned themselves to it. The pitch timer is perhaps the most notable change and one that will likely have the most impact on the fan experience. Dan and Hoges think the rule limiting how often position players can pitch is just another example of baseball over-legislating; David takes another angle. Dan is certain that the change in the size of bases is going to have an outsized impact on the game, something Hoges and David are skeptical of. But one thing they can all certainly agree on: Banning the shift is a terrible idea.  Thanks for listening, and go Twins.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS! Support the showMusic: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.Twitter: https://twitter.com/mnforthewin (@MNfortheWin) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC07gPkjiU5LqAJVjOgT90SAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MNfortheWinWebsite: https://mnforthewin.buzzsprout.com/

After a busy, surprising offseason, the Minnesota Twins are back in Fort Myers (or at least the pitchers and catchers are) to open Spring Training 2023. They made plenty of transactions, including the signing of Joey Gallo and Christian Vasquez, the trading of Luis Arraez  for starting pitcher Pablo Lopez -- and, of course, the resigning of Carlos Correa, whose ankle had the Giants and Mets both tossing and turning before ultimately the shortstop decided to stay with the Twins. David and Dan recap those and the rest of Minnesota's offseason moves while taking a look at the roster in this episode, their first of the 2023 season. They also run through at an intriguing division realignment proposal while looking forward to what should shape up to be a competitive Twins season. Thanks for listening, and as always, go Twins.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS! Support the showMusic: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.Twitter: https://twitter.com/mnforthewin (@MNfortheWin) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC07gPkjiU5LqAJVjOgT90SAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MNfortheWinWebsite: https://mnforthewin.buzzsprout.com/

The Minnesota Twins season has officially come to a close and David and Dan welcome Andrew "Hoges" Hoganson in studio for their annual season wrap show. The boys revisit their preseason predictions and take solace in the fact that they weren't the only ones in the sports world to be a little off with their guesses. The guys discuss the Puckett's Picks results from the season and then work through their segments with the whole season in mind. Carlos Correa receives high praise and all three of the guys hope to see Correa return next season. David and Hoges pull no punches regarding their feelings towards Rocco's management of the pitching staff and Dan wonders if the Twins trainers made a mistake in how they handled Buxton early in the season. The hosts offer up their grades for the season and give their predictions for the MVP for the Twins next season. Thanks so much for listening, and as always, go Twins! MN for the Win will return when the Twins report to spring training in 2023! The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS! Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.Twitter: https://twitter.com/mnforthewin (@MNfortheWin) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC07gPkjiU5LqAJVjOgT90SAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MNfortheWinWebsite: https://mnforthewin.buzzsprout.com/

The Minnesota Twins' season is officially in the books, and David and Dan are back for their final series recap of the season (with a season recap coming soon). They discuss the achievement of Luis Arraez winning the AL batting title and ask what Rocco Baldelli needs to do (if he can do anything) to influence the decision Carlos Correa will need to make this offseason about where to play. They also discuss to what degree the team's mediocrity falls on Rocco, and they look at the highlights of this series loss to the rival Chicago White Sox. Dan asks whether they are overrating the importance of batting average in baseball now, and they both offer their postseason hopefuls. Finally, there's much to be said about Aaron Judge's record-setting 62nd home run. Thanks for listening, everyone, and go Twins!Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

The Minnesota Twins lose 2 of 3 to the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. The boys discuss seeing Miguel Cabrera for the final time and how his retirement has been overshadowed by Albert Pujols. The guys give their thoughts on Carlos Correa's recent statement regarding staying with the team moving forward, and Dan wants to know if it's ethical to sit Arraez to keep his average up as he is vying for the American League batting title. David wants to know if Jeffers could still be the starting catcher next season and the boys discuss Aaron Judge, the Mariners' playoff berth, Tony La Russa's retirement, and Shohei Ohtani's arbitration contract. Thanks for listening, and as always, go Twins! Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

The Minnesota Twins lose two of three against the Los Angeles Angels but manage to snap their five-game losing streak by winning game two of the series. Dan laments having to listen to poor broadcasters, and the Puckett's Picks race is heating up with David up one with three series left to play. The boys wonder how 3rd base will be handled next season as both Urshela and Miranda had a good series. Dan wants to know if the Twins should have had Buxton get his knee surgery earlier in the season, and David wants to know if Dan cares if the Twins finish 2nd or 3rd in the AL Central. The boys discuss the Albert Pujols' 700th home run and what they would do with the ball if they were the lucky fan to have caught it. Thanks for listening, and go Twins!Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

This podcast episode looks at the long career of Dick Wilson, character actor.

All but mathematically eliminated from the playoffs even heading into this series against the Kansas City Royals, the Minnesota Twins looked worn out and unmotivated in a three-game sweep at the hands of their division rivals. David and Dan discuss the few bright spots in the performances of Carlos Correa and Matt Wallner, and they wonder whether either of them will start next season on the Twins' 26-man roster. David requests a rather significant changeover of the coaching staff, while Dan praises Rocco's benching of Gilberto Celestino, even if it was done later than it should have been done. They dive back into the rule change coming next year that shortens the distance between bases, and they make their selections in a Puckett's Picks race that is coming down to the wire. Thanks for listening, and go Twins.Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

It appears that the end has finally come for the Minnesota Twins, who lose four of five in a series against the Cleveland Guardians where they really needed the opposite result to keep their postseason hopes alive. But now seven games back with just five series left, the Twins are all but eliminated and now are striving to get back to above .500.  Matt Wallner's MLB debut -- one much too late in Dan's judgment -- is among the only series bright spots for Minnesota, and both David and Dan have plenty of questions for how Rocco Baldelli managed this team in this series and down the stretch (though they grant that injuries are a major factor in their demise). They wonder whether this lands among the most disappointing Twins seasons ever, and they take a look around the MLB playoff picture, one that almost surely will not include Minnesota. Thanks for listening, and even as they lurch toward the finish, go Twins.Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

Another blunder from Tommy Watkins did nothing to throw off the Minnesota Twins, who swept the Kansas City Royals for the third time this season, and it couldn't have been more crucial for the Twins' playoff hopes. David and Dan discuss the third base coach's gaffe and much more, including Joe Ryan's seven no-hit innings and Carlos Correa's series of big hits. David praises the work of the Twins' top two starters (Ryan and Sonny Gray), while Dan asks how much "better" Max Kepler will be next season when the shift is banned. They also discuss Roberto Clemente Day and the home run chases of Albert Pujols and Aaron Judge, and then they make their Puckett's Picks heading into a massive series against the Guardians in Cleveland. Thanks for listening, and go Twins!Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

The Minnesota Twins are swept at home by the visiting Cleveland Guardians. Andrew "Hoges" Hoganson fills in for Dan and the boys do everything in their power to avoid talking about this series. The boys breakdown the areas where the Twins struggled in the series, as well as some odd happenings involving an ump giving an aggressive head massage to a Cleveland pitcher. Hoges keeps the listeners in the Puckett's Picks race coming away with the victory after taking Correa. David wants to ensure that Varland gets another start with the Twins this coming series, and Hoges is tired of keeping track of all the injured Twins players. David wants to know if Twins fans' mindset would be more optimistic if the Twins had been trailing in the AL Central all season, and Hoges wants to know which sport's championship David would take if he could choose one of his favorite teams to win it. The boys breakdown the 2023 MLB rules changes approved by the MLB, and Hoges finishes the show poking some fun at Dan Thompson while Dan is away. Thanks for listening, and as always, go Twins!Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

It was oh so close to a series split for the Minnesota Twins in New York, but missed opportunities in Game 2 haunt them, and so they settle for a single victory in a four-game set against the Yankees. Still, the Twins enter a series with Cleveland just 1.5 games back and very much in the race, so long as they can actually stay healthy enough to field a team. As he has said before, David would like to see a footrace between Gary Sanchez and Caleb Hamilton, who is now one of two Hamiltons the Twins use primarily as pinch runners. Dan is aghast at the baserunning gaffes of Gilberto Celestino. And they agree that while the Twins didn't get the results they would have liked, there were at least a number of bright spots. Also, David is entertaining the idea that Dan and Hoges are just trolling him about Chris Archer, especially after David read an article that he feels may as well have been titled "Why David is Right About Chris Archer." Thanks for listening, and go Twins!Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

The Minnesota Twins lose 2 of 3 against the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field. The boys are upset that the Twins didn't take this golden opportunity to put the White Sox out of contention and to take sole possession of first place in the AL Central as the Guardians struggled against the Mariners. The boys breakdown the bizarre events at the end of game one, and the miserable offensive performance in game two. The boys discuss the blocking the plate rule that once again works against the Twins, and Dan is coming around to the idea of the electronic strike zone. Dan accuses David of showing favoritism for Dylan Bundy over Chris Archer, and Dan pulls no punches in his criticism of both Tyler Mahle's poor outing, and Rocco's poor management of Mahle's outing. David wants to know if it's time to move on from Rocco Baldelli, and Dan expresses his feeling that the Twins are going to win a couple of games in New York against the Yankees this week. Thanks for listening, and as always, go Twins!Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

Largely behind the bat of Nick Gordon, the Twins win two of three at home against the Boston Red Sox, and they stay close to the AL Central-leading Cleveland Guardians as we head into September. Back from vacation, David waxes about memories of his grandmother and the rich family history of Twins' fandom. As to this series, they praise and criticize the play of Gordon, and they question the way Rocco Baldelli ended Game 3 and also how he handled substitutions in Game 1. David gets to answer Hoges' Archer argument from last episode, while Dan mostly sits by and watches. They also discuss how to properly take a curtain call, and they look around the league at what Pete Alonso has been doing for the Mets. Thanks for listening, and go Twins!Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

The Minnesota Twins ended a six-game losing streak emphatically with a three-game sweep of the San Francisco Giants, who previously had only visited Minnesota for one series since the Giants moved out West. Filling in for a vacationing David, Hoges praises the play of baseball superstar Carlos Correa, who had perhaps his best series with the Twins, and Dan jumps on the Jake Cave bandwagon after the oft cast-off centerfielder also has his best series with the Twins this season. They discuss whether Rocco Baldelli's team-meeting speech deserves credit for the turnaround series, but they also wonder if Rocco really knows the difference (again) between low- and high-leverage situations (specifically when Emilio Pagan is available to pitch). They also end with a discussion of Julio Rodriguez's new contract with the Mariners and whether that sort of deal is something the Twins should explore with their young stars. Thanks for listening, and go Twins! Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

The Houston Astros finished off a season sweep of the Minnesota Twins by winning all three in Houston this week, extending the Twins' overall losing streak to six games. They are now four back in the Central with just over a month to go, yet David and Dan are not entirely down on this injury-depleted team. They discuss the few highlights of Carlos Correa's return to his former home stadium (no boos!) and they dissect the circumstances that led to Rocco Baldelli's ejection in Game 1. After ranting about ERA, David asks just where the bar needs to be for the fill-in outfielders, and Dan wonders whether Correa has done enough this season to merit a long-term deal next year. Finally, they end by looking optimistically at the newly released MLB 2023 season calendar. Thanks for listening, and go Twins!Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

Adventures In Rock City This is a radio series by Dick Wilson from the late 70s on KY102.  Dubbed from 45 year old reel to reel tapes so may here a wobble here and there.  "Will Jeff ever get to feel more of the monogram on Tammy's blouse besides just the "T"?  That and many more adventures...

This series did not go as David and Dan assumed and certainly not as hoped for the Twins, who lose three of four to the Texas Rangers, a team that is 10 games under .500 and far from the playoff picture. The Twins find themselves two games behind the Cleveland Guardians. Minnesota scores just six runs in the four-game series, wasting four very good outings from its starting pitchers by coupling that effort with a 2-for-26 stretch with runners in scoring position. David has plenty of criticism to go around. Dan is still fixated on the long-relief role for some reason. They find the two bright spots in the series for their Minnesota Moments, and then they discuss a hypothetical Albert Pujols at bat that David somehow relates to Brett Favre. Finally, they discuss the merits of being a member of the Twins Hall of Fame, into which the organization inducted three more members during an otherwise forgettable series. Thanks for listening, and go Twins!Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

Oldies 95 Best Bits of 1992 with Dick Wilson and Katey McGuckin.  Earl the Amazing Stuntman, Election fun, Royals songs.

The Minnesota Twins sweep the Kansas City Royals in a three-game series at Target Field. David and Dan are reunited and discuss the great pitching performances by Joe Ryan and Sonny Gray, as well as the scoreless innings put together by the bullpen. The boys discuss Miranda's continued great play and Caleb Thielbar's effort in high leverage positions in games 1 and 2. David doesn't miss an opportunity to question Tommy Watkins base coaching and Dan remains head of the Nick Gordon fan club. Dan is befuddled by Rocco's limited use of Cole Sands, and wants to know if Sandy Leon is currently the best catcher on the Twins' roster. The guys consider the importance of the recently updated top 100 prospect list and make their Puckett's Picks for the upcoming Rangers series. Thanks for listening, and as always, go Twins!Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

Dan is away and so Andrew "Hoges" Hoganson fills in with David as the boys discuss the Twins three game series against the LA Angels. The boys discuss if it's time to put Kepler back on the IL after extending his hitless streak to 28 at-bats. Hoges wants to know why Rocco insists on using Pagan so much and David wants to know why Barcher's starts aren't being supplemented with Cole Sands for additional length out of the pen. David defends the merits of the "MN for the Win Unofficial Win-Loss Stat," but Hoges still isn't on board. The boys discuss Tatis Jr.'s suspension and how steroid use should be viewed when it comes to statistical records. The guys wrap up with a heartwarming story of a minor leaguer finally getting the callup to the majors after 10 long  seasons in the minors. The boys finish up making their picks for the upcoming Royals series. Thanks for listening, and as always, go Twins! Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

"You're On Candid Phone" Episode 1 Back in the day we used to be able to help people play phone pranks on their friends....after the advance recording of the call was placed we obtained permission from the targets to air the bit on the air.  That's all changed these days so enjoy some outlaw calls from the early 90s with Dick Wilson and Katey McGuckin.

The Minnesota Twins were overmatched in a two-game series with the Los Angeles Dodgers, and it is perhaps comforting for David and Dan that they no longer need to play a team that looks an awful lot like the New York Yankees in stature and mystique. Back together after being apart the last three series, David and Dan find the Twins in second place for the first time in a long while, and they find it hard to see a ton of bright spots in this two-game performance against the Dodgers. They discuss Rocco Baldelli's management of his pitchers, and Dan wonders whether the manager's punishment for his unkind words to the league is an admittance that the replay booth in New York got that call wrong last series. Though they are confident Minnesota is still the best team in the AL Central, they boys are eager to see the Twins put together a winning streak as their competition gets a bit weaker the next few series. Thanks for listening, and go Twins!Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

Against a playoff-caliber team, the Minnesota Twins earn a four-game split at Target Field with the Toronto Blue Jays. But it felt like a series the Twins could have won if not for an overturned call in the 10th inning of Game 4. Hoges -- filling in again for David -- was at the game for it and has lots to say about the way that replay was handled by the MLB crew in New York City. He and Dan praise Rocco Baldelli for his display of emotion and for his articulate critique of the process in his postgame interview. They also discuss the excellent play of Jose Miranda and Nick Gordon, who anchored a lineup riddled with injuries and days off. They praise the hustle of Jake Cave and Gordon, and then Dan asks Hoges whether Carlos Correa should be worried about his job security at shortstop. Hoges wonders what it will take for this season to be perceived as a success, and they end with a look around the Majors at the haplessAngels, the death of Vin Scully and a dominant White Sox pitcher. Thanks for listening; go Twins!Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.

Amid a flurry of trade deadline deals, the Twins find themselves flush with pitchers and short on healthy outfielders. This led to the long-awaited call-up of Jake Cave, who will arguably play more games for the Twins the rest of the way than Miguel Sano will. Go figure. Dan and Hoges -- filling in for David -- discuss the Twins' additions of Tyler Mahle, Jorge Lopez and Michael Fulmer, plus the instantly impactful add of backup catcher Sandy Leon. Yet even after winning two of three from the Tigers, the Twins are clinging to a small lead over the Guardians and White Sox, and while Dan and Hoges agree that the Twins are the best team in the division, they recognize that Minnesota is still very much in a pennant race. They also discuss the rise of Jose Miranda and look around the league at the busy trade deadline, which sets up yet another Twins' matchup against Whit Merrifield this weekend against the Blue Jays.  Thanks for listening, and go Twins.Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.

Dan is away and so Andrew "Hoges" Hoganson fills in with David as the boys discuss the Twins three game series against the San Diego Padres. Hoges is upset that Rocco didn't let Sonny Gray go deeper in his start and David is upset that Rocco waited one batter too long to pull Dylan Bundy from his. The guys both praise Buxton who looks to be at 100% and carried the team offensively in this series. David wants to know if we'll ever see Sano wear a Twins jersey again, and Hoges is dying to know if the Twins will make any moves at the deadline, knowing that any moves will not be cheap. Hoges takes his shots at David and Dan for not being optimistic enough about the Twins chances to make a run in the post season this year, and he's lost all respect for David due to David's lack of enjoyment of musicals. The boys finish up making their picks for the upcoming Tigers series. Thanks for listening, and as always, go Twins! Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

While Byron Buxton started the series with a leadoff home run, there wasn't much else for the Twins to cheer for, as, for the first time since May, they play a series and fail to win a game. The Brewers had little trouble against troubled Twins starters Dylan Bundy and Chris Archer, leading David and Dan to wonder: Who exactly is going to start for this team the rest of the season? They discuss Buxton's contributions to the team after missing the last series due to an injection in his knee, and they dive into the excellence of Jose Miranda and the ineptitude of the Twins' pitching in general. They ask about how much Wes Johnson's departure has hurt that pitching staff, while they also laugh a bit about Juan Soto's contract situation with the Washington Nationals. Thanks for listening, and as always, go Twins.Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

The boys return from their brief respite during the All-Star break and are in high spirits as the Minnesota Twins sweep the Tigers in their two-game series in Detroit. Meanwhile the White Sox and Guardians split a four-game series giving the Twins a 3-game lead in the AL Central. The guys discuss the HR Derby and All-Star game results and Dan concedes that if players are going to be mic'd up, the All-Star game is the only place it should be allowed. David wants to know if the Twins should have had Buxton get his injection prior to the All-Star game so he'd be ready for this series, and Dan is on the edge of his seat waiting to see what's next for Miguel Sano as his 20-day rehab comes to a close. The guys discuss the HOF inductions of Olivia, Kaat, and Ortiz, and reflect on the crazy 28 runs the Blue Jays put up against the Red Sox at Fenway. Thanks for listening, and as always, go Twins!Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

The Minnesota Twins managed only one victory in their four-game home series against the Chicago White Sox. The boys are disappointed as the Twins now head into the All-Star break only 2 games ahead of the Cleveland Guardians and only 3 games ahead of the Chicago White Sox. The guys discuss the failures on both sides of the ball throughout the series, as well as the pitching needs that must be addressed by the front office at the trade deadline. The boys try and find the silver lining in a very gloomy series by reflecting on the solid performances by Byron Buxton and Jorge Polanco. Dan wants to know if the upcoming stretch of off days between the All-Star break and weird scheduling will be helpful to the Twins, and David wants to know if this team is better with Chris Archer or Josh Winder in the rotation. In Herbie's Headlines Dan talks his second-choice team Mariners historic win-streak, and the boys make their picks for the upcoming Tigers series. Thanks for listening, and as always, go Twins!Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

The Twins earn a split in a brief two-game series with the rival Milwaukee Brewers thanks in large part to rookie Jose Miranda, who hit a three-run homer to end the second game for his second Major League walk-off hit. David and Dan discuss that and more, including the strong start of Joe Ryan in Game 2 and the rain-interrupted loss in Game 1. Dan is eager to ask the Miguel Sano question -- whose spot will he take on the roster in a couple weeks? -- and David wonders whether Cleveland or Chicago pose a greater threat to the Twins' chances of winning an AL Central title. They also look ahead to the All-Star game and discuss one topic David and Dan do not see eye to eye on: the merits of musical theater. Thanks for listening, and as always: Go Twins.Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

The Minnesota Twins managed only one victory in their three-game away series against the Texas Rangers. The boys discuss the heartbreaking losses in games 1 and 2, but try and find the silver lining in the offensive power provided by Jeffers, Miranda, and Sanchez as well as Buxton's stellar defense. Dan continues talking up Jose Miranda, and David expresses his delight in the surprising save provided by Tyler Duffey. David wants to know what the Twins ideal starting lineup looks like, and Dan wants to know how much trust he should have in Dylan Bundy. The guys have some questions about the recent All-Star news regarding legacy selections being invited to participate, and they give their Puckett's Picks for the upcoming Brewers series. Thanks for listening, and as always, go Twins!Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

David and Dan return to the podcast after a one-series absence and pick apart the Twins' series victory over the rival White Sox, two games to one in Chicago. They discuss the first-of-its-kind triple play turned by the Twins and the homer-fueled hitting display by Minnesota, which got big games from Luis Arraez, Jorge Polanco and Alex Kirilloff. Once again, though, the Twins' bullpen can't hold a lead, this time in Game 3 after a short start by Joe Ryan. David questions the manner in which Rocco Baldelli is employing Emilio Pagan, and Dan eats a bit of crow in his earlier comments about the MLB readiness of Jose Miranda, who had another strong series. They also discuss two players who are headed in different directions on the injury front: starting pitcher Chris Archer, who just went on the IL; and Miguel Sano, who is (according to Dan) coming back to the Majors soon. David disagrees. Thanks for listening, and go Twins.Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

The Minnesota Twins left Cleveland ahead in the AL Central by a game, but as the win probabilities suggested, it could have been much more had they not suffered three more excruciating late-game losses to the rival Guardians, who end up winning the five-game series, three games to two despite the Twins leading in all five games. Hoges fills in for David as he and Dan discuss the handful of highs and the many bullpen-related lows. That includes a couple more Pagan meltdowns after the Twins' starting pitching was really quite good in the first four games (Chris Archer's short start in the fifth game not included). They wonder how the Twins will fill in for the LSU-bound pitching coach Wes Johnson and whether the front office will get this staff another reliable closer anytime soon. They also discuss the positive play of Carlos Correa, and Hoges -- like Han Solo -- rails against the odds and probabilities that circulate popular sports media these days. Thanks for listening; go Twins.Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

The Minnesota Twins win 2 of 3 against the visiting Colorado Rockies and now sit atop the AL Central with a two-game lead over the Cleveland Guardians. Dan has made his way to Minnesota and the boys enjoy recording together physically in studio. The boys discuss Rocco's use of Chris Archer and what his role will look like towards the end of the season, and David wants to know if Rocco may give Thornberg a chance in a higher leverage role. Dan wants to know if Carlos Correa would sign an extension, and David wonders if losses caused by pitching or hitting are more frustrating. The guys talk about Dan's beloved Yankees being shutout by the Astros, and conclude by talking about the peculiar move Wes Johnson has made leaving the Twins to join the LSU Tigers as their pitching coach. Thanks for listening, and as always, go Twins!Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

The Minnesota Twins lose 2 of 3 against the visiting Cleveland Guardians and now sit tied atop the AL Central with the Guardians. Andrew "Hoges" Hoganson fills in as Dan makes his way to Minnesota. The boys discuss the Twins inability to put away games when they are up in the late innings, and the roller coaster of emotions the Twins took their fans on throughout the series. The guys both express their frustration at Dick Bremer's non-home run home run calls, and David puts pitchers in his beast and bench spots in honor of Dan Thompson. Hoges wants to know if the Twins should act early before the trade deadline to bring in some relief help, and David is furious that Rocco didn't ask Buxton to bunt in extra innings in game one. David asks Hoges how much he believes in this team, and Hoges pulls no punches calling out David and Dan's downplaying of the Twins success thus far. The guys grade the series and make their picks for the upcoming Rockies series. Thanks for listening, and as always, go Twins!Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

The Twins head to the desert and come up with just one win in a three-game series with the Arizona Diamondbacks, a disappointing outcome in the eyes of David and Dan. They look back at a homer-heavy series at which Dan was in attendance for all three games. Dan offers his assessment of the gameday experience at Chase Field in Phoenix, and David asks the elephant-in-the-room question about why exactly there is a line across the centerfield wall. They dissect Rocco Baldelli's use of the team's pitchers and wonder whether Devin Smeltzer is going to turn it around next series after a rough Game 1 in Arizona. They also consider the Twins' roster options whenever Jorge Polanco comes back, and David asks whether the Twins should get the gang back together, starting with the recently released Sergio Romo. Thanks for listening, and go Twins. Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

With Joe Ryan and Sonny Gray back in the starting rotation, the Twins take two of three from the Seattle Mariners to begin a road trip out West. All-Star candidate Luis Arraez comes through with a big hit in Game 3 to secure a victory -- as well as a heralded(?) award from the YouTube TV broadcast crew. David picks Arraez as his series beast, but Dan saves that honor for a reliever who is performing much better than almost anyone expected this season. The boys also discuss the Alex Kirilloff conundrum as well as Rocco Baldelli's management of the bullpen arms. Nelson Cruz has apparently had a strong influence on Arraez, and the Twins' infielder has also drawn the attention of Mariners great Ichiro Suzuki. They also discuss a couple significant and quirky pitching performances from around the league. Thanks for listening, and go Twins.Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

The Minnesota Twins take 2 of 3 from the Tampa Bay Rays, finishing out a nine-game gauntlet against the AL East. David expresses his frustration at his difficulty in sorting out how to watch the Twins on TV, as well as at fans who use outlying stats to justify a player's worth. Meanwhile, Dan finds a way to work in both Eddie Rosario and Joe Mauer to the podcast. The boys discuss the singles hitting machine Luis Arraez, and try and sort out what the pitching rotation will look like when starters begin to come back from the IL. Dan wants to know why the Twins aren't stealing more bases, and David faces an ethical dilemma with his all-start ballot. The guys discuss the latest round of managers fired around the MLB, and they both hope Robinson Cano is playing at the AAA because of his love of the game. Thanks for listening, and as always, go Twins!Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

A series victory was within Minnesota's grasp, but when playing the New York Yankees, the best-laid plays go oft awry for the Twins. They lose two of three to the Pinstripes at Target Field. But while David and Dan wonder about Rocco's next-game-up bullpen management, they also point out the many positives: The Twins chased three Yankees starters early, Byron Buxton got back on track, and Carlos Correa returned to the lineup. They also assess the performances from Minnesota's starting pitchers -- the remains of an injury-battered starting rotation -- and they discuss whether Jose Miranda is here to stay (David is staunchly in Miranda's corner). Finally, Dan shares his frustration about more talk of banning the shift next season. Thanks for listening, and go Twins!Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason CainThe Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

The shorthanded Minnesota Twins inexplicably manage to take two of three from the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. The boys are in good spirits as they would have been happy winning one against the Blue Jays in Toronto. The listeners take the W in Puckett's Picks which Dan believed he deserved. The guys eat their words from last episode as both Kyle Garlick and Jose Miranda have fantastic series. David is unimpressed with Rocco's pitching management in game 3, and Dan wants to know the long-term plan for Gilberto Celestino. Dan expresses his frustration regarding MLB rules for position player pitching, and the boys reminisce about the Turtle's time with the Twins. Thanks for listening, and as always, go Twins!Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason CainThe Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

Without top starters Joe Ryan and Sonny Gray -- and then without Carlos Correa -- the Twins manage just one victory against the Detroit Tigers in their rare five-game regular season to start the week. The Twins maintain their spot atop the AL Central, but David worries that this was an opportunity wasted with three much more difficult opponents coming up over the next three series. Dan and David lament the wasted starts from Chris Archer and Devin Smeltzer, as the Twins are shut out twice in this series and fail to keep leads in two other games. Dan wonders whether this team can get healthy and eventually be capable of winning a series, whereas David is just focused on the Twins getting through June with a decent record. Thanks for listening, and as always, go Twins.Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason CainThe Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

The Minnesota Twins split four games with the rival Kansas City Royals but lose two players to injuries in Game 4: staff ace Sonny Gray and the much-hyped Royce Lewis, who left his place in centerfield with a bruised knee. David and Dan discuss what their absences might mean for the team -- and Dan goes so far as to wonder whether Lewis' injury has Carlos Correa thinking differently about his own future in Minnesota, which is inexplicable to David. They also discuss the crucial "puddy" role that Nick Gordon fills on the team, the continued strong play of Luis Arraez and the ever-changing puzzle that is the starting rotation. They wonder about whether Alex Kirilloff will rejoin the team anytime soon, and they end by unpacking the bizarre exchange elsewhere in the league between Joc Pederson and Tommy Pham -- over fantasy football. Thanks for listening! Enjoy.Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason CainThe Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

The Twins took two of three from the Tigers to open a seven-game home stand, and yet Dan can't help but be disappointed by the missed chance to get a series sweep. David is slightly more upbeat and focuses on the strong pitching performance of Sonny Gray, who looked like a front-of-the-line starter in a Game 2 win. Still, David takes offense at the YouTube TV broadcast of Game 3, and Dan is frustrated by the lack of production in big spots from any number of Twins' players. The boys also discuss the health of Byron Buxton and Jorge Polanco, they wonder when Royce Lewis might return, and they veer into the thorny steroid-era debate as to whether Barry Bonds should be in the Hall of Fame. Thanks for listening; enjoy! Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason CainThe Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

The Minnesota Twins come back from a 0-6 deficit in game three to get their first road series sweep of the season against the Kansas City Royals. The boys discuss Kyle Garlick's impact on the team and the solid presence that Louis Arraez adds to the lineup. David is thrilled that Rocco pinch hit Correa on his scheduled off-day in game three, and admitted this lessened his concerns about Rocco not using Buxton in similar situations until he's fully healthy. Dan wants to know when we'll see Royce Lewis back with the big league club, and David wants to know how long the Twins will be able to use the same five starters in their rotation. Dan gets romantic eulogizing Roger Angell due to Angell's passing and the boys make their Puckett's Picks for the upcoming Tigers series. Thanks for listening, and as always, go Twins!Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason CainThe Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

Royce Lewis helps lead the Twins to a series victory, and his reward is ... a demotion to Triple-A? David and Dan discuss the shortstop swap of a now-healthy Carlos Correa for the player who looks to be the future shortstop for the Minnesota Twins. David rises again to question the lack of late-game usage of Byron Buxton, while Dan is apparently paid by the Twins to buy the company line about preserving the centerfielder for the future. They also question why Josh Winder wasn't given a chance for a bounce-back start, and they discuss what Gary Sanchez' play does for a lineup that is finally getting healthier again. Thanks for listening, and go Twins!Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason CainThe Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

The Minnesota Twins take two of three at Target Field in their first series against the newly named Cleveland Guardians. The boys continue to be impressed by Royce Lewis and Dan wants to know how the Twins should handle him upon Correa's return to the lineup. Arraez seems to have found his home at first base and the guys are impressed at his chemistry with Urshela at third. Much to his chagrin, Dan gives praise to Joe Smith who has consistently worked his way out of jams created by others, but takes time to revel in the Reds throwing a no-hitter but losing the game. David is unhappy with Rocco's management in game two and thinks Buxton is being handled too carefully. Thanks for listening, and as always, go Twins!Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason CainThe Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

Facing the star-studded Astros without the services of their own studs, the Minnesota Twins looked helpless and hapless against Houston in a three-game sweep at Target Field. David and Dan discuss the bright spots -- the play of Luis Arraez and Nick Gordon -- as well as the dark spots (there were many). Still, Dan points out repeatedly that this is just one series; the Twins are still atop the AL Central. David wonders about how Joe Ryan and Josh Winder will respond next time out after bad performances, and he presses Dan on what sort of pitching performance can be celebrated short of a perfect game. They also ask whether a new unwritten rule was written this week in Los Angeles. Thanks for listening, and go Twins!Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason CainThe Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS!

Joe Jemsek grew up with Dick Wilson. At least figuratively. In the early 1960s, Wilson, one of golf architecture's most interesting and possibly misunderstood figures, designed the former America's 100 Greatest Course Cog Hill No. 4 in Chicago, known as Dubsdread, for Jemsek's grandfather. Few people knew Wilson or his former partner Joe Lee as… Read More Read More The post Episode 80: Joe Jemsek on Dick Wilson appeared first on Feed The Ball.