David and Dan have a fundamental disagreement over whether giving up a grand slam is worse than walking in a run, the latter of which is a key factor in the Minnesota Twins losing two of three at home to the visiting San Francisco Giants. They discuss the impact of playing with a depleted lineup as well as the turbulent season endured by the Twins' bullpen. They wonder whether Rocco Baldelli needs to tinker more with the lineup and also whether that tinkering should extend to using an opener to help the Twins' starters avoid their first-inning difficulties. They also ask whether Byron Buxton is a legitimate contender to hit 30 home runs and to steal 30 bases this season, and they discuss how exactly it is that a team like Minnesota actually leads a division right now -- a division that any AL East team would be comfortably ahead in. Thanks for listening, and go Twins!The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.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 only managed to take 1 of 3 from the Angels in LA and the boys lament what's turning out to be a familiar script for the Twins this season. Andrew "Hoges" Hoganson is in studio filling in as Dan is traveling around California. Hoges is wondering if it's time give the 7th inning to someone other than Griffin Jax, while David wants to know if the Twins are bummed that they put Royce Lewis on the 60-day IL as he's been mashing at AAA, but is unable to join the MLB club until June. The boys are in agreement on the series grades for a change, and Hoges has some further thoughts about Dan's new series grading rubric. The guys talk about Trevor Plouffe being back with the Twins in a broadcast role, and the DFA'ing of Aaron Hicks from the Yankees. Dan continues his reign of terror in Puckett's Picks, but David and Hoges have made a pact to stop the madness. 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! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.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/

Technically the Minnesota Twins lost two of three games to the Dodgers in Los Angeles this week, but neither David nor Dan are fully willing to admit it based on how the end of Game 1 went down, thanks to some bad umpiring. They discuss that as well as the Twins' bounce-back victory in Game 2 and a lackluster performance in Game 3. David returns and defends himself against the many attacks he feels he suffered from Dan and Hoges last episode while also trying to take the high road above the criticism. Dan praises the work of starter Bailey Ober, while David is forced to admit that he probably should have just taken Byron Buxton in Puckett's Picks for this series. They discuss the pending roster move to replace the injured Nick Gordon and wonder what the circumstances will be on June 1, when Royce Lewis is eligible to return from the 60-day IL. Thanks for listening, and go Twins!The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.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 lackluster Game 1, the Twins' bats came alive in a huge way the rest of the series to help Minnesota take two of three against the Chicago Cubs. It capped a 4-2 homestand and, as Hoges points out, looked a whole lot like the series before against the Padres. Filling in for David, Hoges highlights the efforts of Joey Gallo, Alex Kirilloff and Carlos Correa during the Twins' run eruption, in which basically every Twins' player had a part. Hoges also highlights just how good the Twins' starting pitching has been this season, while Dan praises Rocco Baldelli's shrewd lineup moves that spurred the big games with the bats. They discuss whether the rotation has enough depth to endure further injury and whether the team's struggle against left-handed pitching is something to be concerned about. They also look around the league at a team managed by a former Minnesota bench coach and wonder why that team is stealing bases and his former team rarely does the same. 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/

Despite a dismal showing in Game 1, the Minnesota Twins came back to take two of three from the visiting San Diego Padres to restore some hope in the hearts of both David and Dan, who weren't feeling too great after the first game. They discuss the bad defense that characterized the 6-1 loss as well as the timely hitting and top-notch pitching that characterized the two victories. Dan heaps plenty of praise on Alex Kirilloff and the courageous Kyle Farmer, while David shines a positive light on the relief pitchers who mostly held in check a talented Padres lineup. They discuss the big hits by Kirilloff (Game 2) and Carlos Correa (Game 3), who delivered arguably the play of the series on a beautiful day at Target Field. David wonders whether it is better to have great pitching and poor hitting than the opposite. The grades segment once again gets contentious, as David has plenty of criticism for Dan's "rubric." 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/

In their first matchup of 2023 against the Cleveland Guardians the Minnesota Twins only managed one victory in the three-game set. The boys continue to be impressed by the starting rotation while being equally underwhelmed with the teams offensive production. David finally gets his inaugural win in Puckett's Picks and couldn't be happier about it, while Dan is excited that the Twins have continued their aggression on the basepaths. David walks through Rocco's ejection, and the boys try and sort out why Jose Miranda appeared to forget how to play 3rd base. The guys express their frustration at game one only being available on Apple TV, and what's worse, having Carlos Correa mic'd up during the game. Dan wants to know who should be sent down when Kyle Farmer is ready to return, and David is curious how high Alex "T-Rex" Kirilloff's ceiling may be if he manages to stay healthy. 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/

An extra-innings victory in Game 3 helps the Minnesota Twins avoid being swept by the fourth-place Chicago White Sox, but it's hard for David and Dan to find a ton of positives in this series loss. Their bullpen struggled, their bats had difficulty getting hits in key situations, and now they head to Cleveland -- still as a first-place team in the down AL Central Division. David and Dan praise the play of Nick Gordon and Byron Buxton, respectively, and find plenty of shade to cast on the performances of Jose Miranda and Trevor Larnach. They wonder about the role of replay in baseball as well as who might be a candidate to lose a roster spot to Alex Kirilloff. They also look around the league at the rough start for the Oakland Athletics and the responses of players who were asked about the rules changes thus far. Thanks for listening; 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 managed to take 3 of 4 games from the Royals at Target Field. David feels the Twins new home run celebration is a bit forced, and Dan wants to know how Salvador Perez has managed to continue his dominance of the Twins for all these years. The guys reflect on Zach Greinke's struggles against the Twins and his unfulfilled chase of a championship throughout his career. David continues his epic losing streak in Puckett's Picks and expresses his frustration at Polanco's non-HR, and Dan doesn't miss the chance to gloat. David wants Rocco to do something about all the stolen bases the Twins have given up, and Dan is starting to think maybe keeping Buxton out of CF for the long-term is what's best for the team as a whole. The boys finish up discussing the insane numbers Luis Arraez is putting up for the Marlins, and they also walk through the crazy box score from the Padres-Giants game played in Mexico City. 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/

For the first time since 2001, the Twins won the season series with the New York Yankees after taking two of three this week at Target Field. David's giddiness over the victory can hardly be contained, though Dan is a bit more tempered. Both wish they had tried harder to win Game 3, when Rocco Baldelli sent the B squad out, along with a clearly ailing Kenta Maeda. Nevertheless, they celebrate the big hits and important pitching performances in the first two games, including the play of Byron Buxton and Joey Gallo, who finally got a chance to play against the Yankees. Dan rants about the ticker and Dick Bremer's near-spoiler on Tuesday, while David asks whether this pitching staff could finally be the one to win not just a playoff game but an entire series. 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/

The Minnesota Twins open their 10-game homestand in unremarkable fashion dropping 2 of 3 to the lowly Washington Nationals. David is baffled by Willi Castro's lack of hearing abilities, while Dan doesn't buy the cold-weather being the cause for Pablo Lopez's poor outing. David defends his take on Rocco causing the loss in game 1 after facing pushback on Twitter, and Dan tries his best to calm him down so the episode may continue. Dan wants to know when we'll see Buxton in the CF and David wants to know if Nick Gordon is on the chopping block. The guys discuss the Rays crazy start to the season, and the painful end to Drew Smyly's perfect game bid. 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 lost two of three to the Red Sox in a curious series, one that left David asking about Rocco's wardrobe choices and Dan wondering why the Twins bother to play baseball in such a strangely dimensioned (albeit historic) venue. Still, the Twins remain in first place in the AL Central, and all things considered, it wasn't as terrible of an East Coast road trip as they've had in the past. David and Dan discuss the strong efforts at the plate from Max Kepler and Joey Gallo, who led a hitting barrage in Game 2. They also dissect the strange plays at the end of Game 1 and the management of the pitching staff following Kenta Maeda's early exit in Game 3. They also look around the league at the Athletics' potential move to Las Vegas and the enforcement of the rules around how much rosin is too much rosin. 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/

The Minnesota Twins managed a series split against the New York Yankees in the Bronx. The Twins came out of the gate hot putting up 9 runs in the first inning of game one. The series had plenty of drama surrounding the use of sticky substances which resulted in Rocco being tossed. David's ego takes a hit with his latest Puckett's Picks loss, while Dan can't help himself with his beast pick for the series. David wants to know if this is the beginning of the end for Max Kepler, while Dan wonders if this is only the beginning for Eddie Julien. The series grades segment once again gets heated as Dan makes use of his new grading rubric, while David continues to grade from the heart. The boys discuss the Rays winning streak coming to the close and make their Puckett's Picks for the upcoming Red Sox series. 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/

After three episodes (a continent) away, Dan rejoins David on the podcast to discuss another stellar pitching effort in another series victory by the Minnesota Twins -- as well as more injuries, which continued to pile up. Still, David has a theory about at least Joey Gallo's, and he's optimistic about the progress of Jorge Polanco and Alex Kirilloff, both of whom are on rehab stints. Dan praises the play of Michael A. Taylor after spending plenty of time questioning why he's actually in the lineup at all, while David wonders whether Cole Sands actually has any place in Rocco's plans this season given his lack of usage so far. Dan unveils a  rubric to set straight the errant ways of David's series grades, and they both look forward, hesitantly, to the next series in New York City.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/

The Minnesota Twins take 2 of 3 from the visiting Houston Astros in their home opening series. David discusses his first trip to see live baseball at Target Field and the difficulties adjusting to the new pitch clock era. The boys discuss the Twins starting pitching proving to be a strength of the team this season, as well as the first pitch-clock violation strike out recorded by Joe Ryan. Puckett's Picks comes down to a tie-breaker which leaves Hoges sulking, and David makes some unorthodox picks for his Beast and Bench. The guys try and sort out how the injuries to Max Kepler and Joey Gallo will impact the lineup, and they discuss Rocco's paradigm shift when it comes to starting pitching and bullpen management. In Herbie's Headlines two very odd baseball feats are reported, and Hoges closes the show feeling vindicated regarding an official scoring change. 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 seasoning opening win streak comes to an end at 4 games, losing two of three to the Marlins. The starting pitching performances from Kenta Maeda and Pablo Lopez were all for not as the Marlin's reigning Cy Young winner Sandy Alcantara shut down the Twins offense in game two, and Luzardo continued the dominance in game three. Dan is still traveling so David is joined in studio once again by Andrew, "Hoges" Hoganson. The boys try and keep their spirits and optimism high after two lackluster offensive performances. Hoges offers pennance to Joey Gallo for not picking him for Puckett's Picks, David is upset that Rocco didn't have Buxton pinch hit at the end of game two, and Hoges wants to know how often we'll see Pagan in medium to high leverage situations. The guys discuss how much playing time Ryan Jeffers will be given if he keeps hitting well, as well as who is next up from AAA if Kepler lands on the IL. The boys finish by grading the series and giving their Puckett's Picks for the upcoming Astros series. Thanks for listening, and as always, go Twins! 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 2023 Minnesota Twins season has officially begun! The Twins sweep the season opening three game series against the Kansas City Royals. Andrew "Hoges" Hoganson joins David in studio filling in for Dan as he travels the world. The boys are riding high and try their best to keep their optimism in check. Hoges gloats over his Joey Gallo Puckett's Picks selection and David continues to be amazed at the abilities of Byron Buxton. The guys discuss Rocco's nearly flawless management in the first series and the stellar pitching performances given by the starting rotation and back-end bullpen. Hoges is having trouble adjusting to the pitch clock and also takes issue with David's grade for the series. The guys wrap up giving their Puckett's Picks for the upcoming Marlines series. 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/

Minnesota Twins baseball is back! David and Dan are joined in studio by Andrew "Hoges" Hoganson as the boys offer up their season predictions for 2023. The guys discuss their attitudes towards the World Baseball Classic, as well as the Twins rebranding efforts this offseason. They talk through the finalized roster to start the season including Polanco and Kirilloff starting on the IL. Carlos Correa's new house purchase is reviewed which leads to the boys taking a few shots at A-Rod's shoveling abilities. The season schedule is broken down with David contending the first half of the season will be much more difficult than the second half. The boys wrap up the show with their season predictions for the 2023 season and make their first Puckett's Picks of the season for the opening series against the Kansas City Royals. 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/

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/