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Ode to the OC
bugsandcranks.com — Orlando Cabrera was brought to Minnesota to offer the leadership and passion of a World Series winner, two-time Gold Glove recipient and veteran of four playoff appearances. Cabrera was added in an attempt to instill life into a team that had performed far below expectations.The OC didn’t disappoint (more) Ode to the OC
The 2010 Payroll
voicefromtwinsterritory.mlblogs.com — The Minnesota Twins still have questions remaining after their trade with the Milwaukee Brewers. While shortstop has been solved, second base, third base, and the rotation have not been.  As the off-season starts to get underway with arbitration offers, free agency and front office ... (more) The 2010 Payroll

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How Good Is J.J. Hardy's Defense?
3 hours ago at Twinkie Town
Ode to the OC
5 hours ago at Bugs & Cranks
Minnesota Twins Garage Sale draws thousands
6 hours ago at XM MLB Chat
Metrodome Memories Are A Little Pathetic [Mlb]
7 hours ago at Deadspin
The 2010 Payroll
Sox decline option on Gonzalez
boston.com — The Red Sox have declined a $6 million option on shortstop Alex Gonzalez, according to a source, but the club still may have interest in bringing the player back in 2010 on a lesser salary. News of the Sox' decision to forgo the option on Gonzalez ... (more) Sox decline option on Gonzalez
Looking Back the Offseason Trades so far:
213milesfromshea.metsblog.com — It has barely been a week so far this off season and so far there have been four major trades. The first was Iwamura who was traded to Pirates. The trade wasn't so much as a surprise as Iwamura really didn't fit into the next step of plans for the Rays as they have some talent coming up and ... (more) Looking Back the Offseason Trades so far:
Hardy To The Twins
fangraphs.com — If there was one guy who was definitely getting traded this winter, it was J.J. Hardy . The Brewers had turned over their starting shortstop job to Alcides Escobar , their infield is crowded, and Hardy wasn’t interested in moving to another ... (more) Hardy To The Twins
Twins Trade Gomez for Hardy
nickstwinsblog.com — Bill Smith made his first big offseason splash today, sending Carlos Gomez to the Brewers in return for shortstop J.J. Hardy , who was a suggested trade acquisition in my offseason blueprint . The deal swaps two players who both saw their value drop ... (more) Twins Trade Gomez for Hardy
Twins Acquire JJ Hardy
jorgesaysno.blogspot.com — It didn't take long for the Brewers to make the trade everybody saw coming. "The ticker tape was still falling in Manhattan on Friday when the Brewers dealt shortstop J.J. Hardy, a staple of trade rumors this year, to the Twins for speedy center ... (more) Twins Acquire JJ Hardy
Letting Go of Go-Go
twinsgeek.blogspot.com — See that picture on the right? That's how I think I'll always remember Carlos Gomez's tenure with the Twins. I loved the joy he played with, and was extremely optimistic about his potential. I constantly grumbled that the Twins were going to ruin ... (more) Letting Go of Go-Go
Twins Spending Habits
baseballmusings.com — Rob Neyer takes a very nice shot at the Twins’ spending habits : No, the difference between Cuddyer’s salary and his value is not a great deal of money. But the Twins have a history of overspending on decent players while complaining about the high price of truly great players. ... (more) Twins Spending Habits
While We’re Waiting…Browns Woes, CC Sabathia Bringing LBJ to NYC and Indians Arbitration
waitingfornextyear.com — While We’re Waiting is a solid feature here that serves as the collection of spectacular sports information for your early morning sensation. Storing something we should share here tomorrow? Send your stellar story summary to our smashing tips email address on the right sidebar. What a week in ... (more) While We’re Waiting…Browns Woes, CC Sabathia Bringing ...
Twins overspend on veteran, again
espn.go.com — There's something to be said for stability, I suppose ... The Minnesota Twins have picked up outfielder Michael Cuddyer's $10.5 million option for 201... (more) Twins overspend on veteran, again
Crown Gems: AL Central Link Roundup
kingsofkauffman.com — Featured in this edition of Crown Gems: at least five links for each AL Central team. The two big news items are, of course, the Mark Teahen trade and the Twins acquisition of J.J. Hardy, but there is plenty of other good AL Central news to pass along and read about. To properly assess and [...] (more) Crown Gems: AL Central Link Roundup
Re-Re-Visiting the Santana Trade
myteamrivals.typepad.com — Boy, things have changed a lot since the last time I did an analysis of the deal that sent Johan to the other New York team. Now that Carlos Gomez has been banished to the land of cheese and bratwurst, there really isn't anyone left. Where did everybody go? Carlos Gomez: Well, we know ... (more) Re-Re-Visiting the Santana Trade
Saturday Morning Poll: How Do You Feel Now?
twinkietown.com — More photos » by Steven Senne - AP We'll never see his bat-smelling in a Twins uniform again...( sniff ) Browse more photos »  ... (more) Saturday Morning Poll: How Do You Feel Now?
Twins trade Gomez for Hardy
startribune.com — Instant analysis of the trade (more) Twins trade Gomez for Hardy
Twins Exercise 2011 Option For Michael Cuddyer
mlbtraderumors.com — According to a team press release, the Twins have exercised their 2011 option for Michael Cuddyer . (more) Twins Exercise 2011 Option For Michael Cuddyer
Cuddyer Is Still A Twin
novafantasysports.com — Update: The Minnesota Twins , in a press release today, have announced that they have picked up the $10.5 mil option on OF Michael Cuddyer's contract for 2010. Cuddyer, who filled in for Justin Morneau last year when Morneau went down with a back injury, is the Twins regular rightfielder. Last ... (more) Cuddyer Is Still A Twin
Twins Pick up Cuddyer Option
novafantasysports.com — Update: The Twins have picked up the $10.5 million option on Michael Cuddyer for 2011, according to Joe Christensen of the Minneapolis Star-Tribue. Fantasy Impact: Cuddyer is an under the radar fantasy contributer almost every year.  He it .276 this year, with 32 home runs during the ... (more) Twins Pick up Cuddyer Option
Minnesota Twins pick up Michael Cuddyer's $10.5 million option for 2011
sports.espn.go.com — The Minnesota Twins have picked up outfielder Michael Cuddyer's $10.5 million option for 2011. (more) Minnesota Twins pick up Michael Cuddyer's $10.5 million ...
J.J. Hardy to the Twins
lookoutlanding.com — Carlos Gomez is the return. More later. [ Source ] Later: Hardy is a guy that we'd all been hoping that the Mariners would make a play on this offseason to address the shortstop position, so it's a bit of a shame that he's been taken off the ... (more) J.J. Hardy to the Twins
Strasburg, Ramos Injured
baseballamerica.com — Some prospect injury news that is still a bit developing. First, No. 1 overall draft pick Stephen Strasburg will miss his scheduled start in Saturday’s Rising Stars game at the Arizona Fall League. The National righthander has a muscle strain in ... (more) Strasburg, Ramos Injured
The Brewers Dismantling And Mess
paullebowitz.com — The trade of JJ Hardy to get the hit-or-miss Carlos Gomez is curious. Gomez will either be a superstar of flame out. It can now officially be said that the Twins got nothing from the Mets for Johan Santana. And when--not if--Ken Macha is fired, Willie Randolph will have giant mess to clean up. (more) The Brewers Dismantling And Mess
Minnesota: Fielding TargetView Before & After JJ Hardy
beyondtheboxscore.com — Twins 2009 UZR/150, before JJ Hardy/ Carlos Gomez Trade See the excellent BtB analysis of the trade HERE. Team Fielding Comparison after the jump. Twins UZR/150, after JJ Hardy/Carlos Gomez Trade Revised Chart assumption: Cuddyer takes CF after solid work there this ... (more) Minnesota: Fielding TargetView Before & After JJ Hardy
Tigers not involved in trade talks for SS J.J. Hardy
freep.com — Although the Tigers have an opening at shortstop, they didn't have an opportunity to deal for J.J. Hardy, the shortstop whom Milwaukee traded Friday to the Twins for outfielder Carlos Gomez. In an e-mail to the Free Press after the deal was announced, ... (more) Tigers not involved in trade talks for SS J.J. Hardy
Twins Trade Carlos Gomez to Brewers for J.J. Hardy
lesterslegends.com — A look at the Carlos Gomez-J.J. Hardy hot stove trade. (more) Twins Trade Carlos Gomez to Brewers for J.J. Hardy
Schagren Says: This is not Girardi’s Last Jersey Switch
hardknoxsports.com — Girardi will wear 29 at some point in his career: Why does this prediction matter? New York Yankees manager Joe Girardi picked the number 27, because he wants to lead the Yankees to their 27 th World Series win. Girardi accomplished that this week and is now switching to number 28 for ... (more) Schagren Says: This is not Girardi’s Last Jersey Switch
News and Notes
raisethejollyroger.com — Couple of quick hits, now that it’s officially the offseason: The Pirates removed three players from the 40-man roster : Virgil Vasquez, Eric Hacker, and Steve Lerud. Vasquez, of course, pitched horribly in the second half as an emergency starter/bullpen guy with the Bucs. Hacker was ... (more) News and Notes
Sox were in on Hardy
boston.com — Before you ask the obvious question, here's the answer: yes, the Red Sox were in on discussions for shortstop J.J. Hardy, who was traded from the Milwaukee Brewers to the Minnesota Twins earlier today. According to a baseball source, the...  ... (more) Sox were in on Hardy
Hello Hardy, Goodbye Gomez
voicefromtwinsterritory.mlblogs.com — It didn't take long for the off-season to get started for the Minnesota Twins. Less than two days after the conclusion of the World Series, the team put a dent in their to-do list with a trade.  With the infield filled with uncertainty outside of first base and Justin Morneau, it came as ... (more) Hello Hardy, Goodbye Gomez
Price is right as Twins trade for shortstop Hardy
startribune.com — After a rough 2009 season, J.J. Hardy will get a shot to regain his All-Star form following a trade to the Twins for Carlos Gomez. (more) Price is right as Twins trade for shortstop Hardy
Twins and Brewers both do well
espn.go.com — Tim Dierkes' take on the trade that sends J.J. Hardy to the Twins and Carlos Gomez to the Brewers:While I expected the Brewers to snag a young pitcher... (more) Twins and Brewers both do well
A Hardy Reason to Celebrate for the Minnesota Twins
twinstarget.com — TwinsTarget examines the JJ Hardy-Carlos Gomez swap between the Minnesota Twins and Milwaukee Brewers. Among the things looked at: The defensive outfield problem, the No. 2 hitter problem, and how Hardy fits into the infield. (more) A Hardy Reason to Celebrate for the Minnesota Twins
Brewers & Twins Trade Talent in the Offseason
thesportsbank.net — By: Andy Weise & Melissa S. Wollering On Thursday, MLB players eligible for free agency started shopping with the same exuberance as your wife, set loose in a Target at 5 a.m. on Black Friday. The very next day, Milwaukee and Minnesota made an Interleague border swap by trading ... (more) Brewers & Twins Trade Talent in the Offseason
Brewers trade Hardy for Gomez
digitalsportsdaily.com — The Milwaukee Brewers have acquired outfielder Carlos Gomez from Minnesota in exchange for shortstop J.J. Hardy. “Carlos brings to our club great speed, athleticism and energy at a position that we needed to fill,” Brewers general manager Doug Melvin said.. “His defense will serve as a ... (more) Brewers trade Hardy for Gomez
Brewers Carlos Gomez Trade Winner
brewersmix.com — Brewers Carlos Gomez Trade Talk...Carlos Gomez was the lead-off hitter in Minnesota, and did it well, he can get on-base, I mean there a lot of factors that lead to being a good lead-off hitter, but getting on base is a big one and he can do it, and he can steal which is another key.... (more) Brewers Carlos Gomez Trade Winner
Brewers Trade J.J. Hardy To Twins
americaswhiteboy.blogspot.com — The Alcides Escobar era has officially begun. The Brewers clear the way for their young phenom by trading J.J. Hardy to the Minnesota Twins for speedy center-fielder Carlos Gomez. Does this trade mean that Mike Cameron's option won't be picked up by the Brewers? J.J. Hardy had to be traded ... (more) Brewers Trade J.J. Hardy To Twins
J.J. We Hardy Knew Thee
thebuckychannel.com — I haven't seen writing on the wall this obvious since my final days at the television I worked at in La Crosse, so I don't think that anyone should be surprised by the Brewers trade of J.J Hardy to the Minnesota Twins on Friday for outfielder Carlos Gomez. Hardy became expendable the moment that ... (more) J.J. We Hardy Knew Thee
In the end, Girardi's pitching plan pays off
mlb.mlb.com — What that trio of Twins pitchers accomplished back in a 1991 Fall Classic that defined such a title, a Yankees bunch that included two New York newcomers (CC Sabathia and A.J. Burnett) and one Big Apple old-timer (Andy Pettitte, of course) matched as ... (more) In the end, Girardi's pitching plan pays off
Twins strike for J.J. Hardy
hardballtimes.com — In this just-started offseason, Akinori Iwamura, Mark Teahen and Jeremy Hermida have headlined trades. Now, J.J. Hardy makes four. Hardy, acquired by the Minnesota Twins in exchange for Carlos Gomez, leaves Milwaukee after five seasons. Debuting as a 22-year old, Hardy had quickly established ... (more) Twins strike for J.J. Hardy
The Royals Love The Yankees
metspolice.com — OK, so maybe they don't really love the Yankees per se, but the Royals - and the rest of the teams in MLB - have got to really love one aspect of the Yankees winning - it means more money for every team. Literally within 10 minutes of the final out, MLB blasted an email touting 2009 World ... (more) The Royals Love The Yankees
A Steal For The Twins: Acquire J.J. Hardy From Brewers
A Steal For The Twins: Acquire J.J. Hardy From Brewers
theghostofmoonlightgraham.wordpress.com — Anyone who knows me, knows I am a big JJ Hardy fan. I have always liked the way he has played. So when I found out that he was traded to the Minnesota Twins today from the Milwaukee Brewers for OF Carlos Gomez, I thought "Wow, what a steal for the Twins." (more) A Steal For The Twins: Acquire J.J. Hardy From Brewers
Buscher and Rage and Nothing
twinsgeek.blogspot.com — You'll see this later, but I can't wait much longer to spit it out: DAMN! Damn, damn, DAMN!!!! One of the early signs that this blog was going to turn from technical to sad little obsession took place on January 31, 2002. On that date, the Twins had ... (more) Buscher and Rage and Nothing
JJ Hardy No Longer A Potential O’s Acquisition
camdencrazies.com — I discussed the possibility of the Orioles trading for JJ Hardy previously , and it looks like that potential move is off the table now as the Brewers have dealt him to the Twins for outfielder Carlos Gomez. Is that an offer the O’s could have or should have beaten? Quoting what I ... (more) JJ Hardy No Longer A Potential O’s Acquisition
Hardy for Gomez: A Defensive Win-Win
beyondtheboxscore.com — More photos » by Jim Mone - AP Minnesota Twins' Carlos Gomez lays down a sacrifice bunt against the Houston Astros in the fifth inning of a baseball game Friday, June 19, 2009, in Minneapolis. He'll get to do ... (more) Hardy for Gomez: A Defensive Win-Win
Milwaukee Brewers Say Good-Bye to JJ Hardy and Hello To Carlos Gomez
bleacherreport.com — The day that many Brewer fans have been waiting on for over a year has finally arrived. JJ Hardy was traded by the Brewers to the Minnesota Twins on Friday for centerfielder Carlos Gomez. All along it was thought Hardy would be traded for a starting pitcher, but Brewers' GM Doug Melvin obviously (more) Milwaukee Brewers Say Good-Bye to JJ Hardy and Hello To ...
Hardy to the Twins
baseballmusings.com — The Brewers traded away J.J. Hardy : As it turns out, the Brewers will not be trading shortstop J.J. Hardy for pitching help after all. Instead, the Brewers used Hardy today to address their centerfield position, trading him to the Minnesota Twins for Carlos Gomez, a speedster who has been an ... (more) Hardy to the Twins
J.J. Hardy Traded To Twins For Carlos Gomez…
3rdstringsafety.com — Ok, What? From Rotoworld : Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports that the Brewers have traded J.J. Hardy to the Twins for Carlos Gomez. Hardy was a goner with the Brewers committing to Alcides Escobar at shortstop and the Twins have long been a rumored destination for him, so this deal makes ... (more) J.J. Hardy Traded To Twins For Carlos Gomez…
Is it really all that bad? Maybe?
danandsteve.com — Posted by Steve Brewer fans are already lighting up message boards with anger over the newly announced trade: J.J. Hardy for Carlos Gomez. If you listen to them, Doug Melvin just mishandled the Brewers most valuable trade chip. I suppose he may have, but I’m not convinced. Since Hardy ... (more) Is it really all that bad? Maybe?
Hardy Trade Great For Twins
tylersarticles.blogspot.com — According to Tom Handricourt , the Minnesota Twins have acquired shortstop J.J. Hardy from the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for center fielder Carlos Gomez. If the report is true, this was a fine move for the Twins. This past season was rough on Hardy, who suffered through a season-long ... (more) Hardy Trade Great For Twins
Twins quit on centerpiece of Santana deal real quick
stupidsportsblog.blogspot.com — There's nothing more frustrating to me than knee-jerk reactions to the performances of young baseball players. No one quits faster on young talent than baseball teams. Andy Marte, Dan Johnson, and at one point, Adam Lind was in this boat before the Blue Jays decided to give him more than 400 ... (more) Twins quit on centerpiece of Santana deal real quick
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