Pitchers and catchers time...

[dr. fager]

Originally Posted by somerfrost

I think having a stretch where they ran up against the Yanks early in the playoffs had a lot to do with that, I think they deserve credit for being competitive in a small market with limited payroll! Of course, since I've been a loyal fan since 1954, I tend to be a bit prejudiced!

I found that normally fans of teams like the Yankees, Red Sox, A's, Phillies...et al...have little sympathy for the plight of the small market teams. In this day and age most can expect developing a few real talents only to watch them leave the team for the almighty dollar. That's what makes the Twins so impressive the way they consistently compete without monumental payrolls. To be honest...that's why I'd much rather go watch some AA ball, the sport in the purest form it can be. And hell, the price is right.