The Twins did it again this afternoon and took 2 of 3 from the Detroit Tigers. Just when you think this team will fade away, it gears up and keeps pace with those White Sox.
It's amazing to think that Blackburn, Slowey and Baker will all be around for years to come -- the promise of building a contender for 2010 in the new stadium seems to be real. But, for crying out loud, who would think the Twins could contend right now? In the next two years we just need Glen Perkins, Francisco Liriano or another pitcher to find his way into the rotation and to keep Joe Nathan back there closing.
Plus, with the way Casilla, Gomez, Mauer, Morneau and Buscher are playing lately, those younger players should be contributors in the future as well. It makes for a much more promising future outlook.
How 'bout the Rays?
Is anyone outside of New York City or Boston not rooting for Tampa Bay? After so many years of pathetic play in the difficult AL East, the Rays changed their uniforms, team name and entire play. Considering the crappy Metrodome-like stadium the Rays play in, the team and city deserve a year in contention.
Go Rays!
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As bad as the Metrodome is, Tropicana Field (is it still called that?) is much worse. They have catwalks that come into play for crying out loud. Catwalks! Anyway, I've been cheering for them, it was especially sweet watching the sweep last night due to my hatred/loathing of the Red Sox. Some former Twins are playing key roles, Garza pitching good, Bartlett with 2 hits and 2 RBI in the same inning last night even Grant Balfour is pitching well.
By the way, I am surprised by the Twins, I guess my 78 wins for the year will be passed in late August. Oh well.
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