MINNESOTA TWINS

The Twins in 2011 finished with the worst record in the American League, losing 99 games, while winning only 63.

Carl Pavano

The Free Agent market was not good to Minnesota, when Mike Cuddyer signed with Colorado, taking his .284 BA and 20 HR’s with him. Jason Kubel taking his .273 BA and 12 HR’s to Arizona, pretty much took care of the outfield. Jose Mijares signed off with Kansas City, Joe Nathan’s new address is Texas and Matt Capps with his large ERA elected to stay in Minnesota. 37 year-old Jamey Carroll solidified 2^nd base by signing with the Twins.

One positive was the signing of Ryan Doumit, a career .272 hitter with some power. Jason Marquis moved over from Arizona. To replace Cuddyer, the Twins have invested $21 Million for 3 years on Josh Willingham’s .246 BA, 29 HR’s and 98 RBI’s

Let’s face it, when Carl Pavano is your ace, time to take the season off or start spending like crazy. The Twins don’t have a lot of talent or hope, and frankly could be the worst for the next few years, depending on how bad the Astros are in 2013.