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With their ace on the mound in Game 3 ... er, Game 1 ... er, Game 2 ... the Minnesota Twins win two of three against the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates and the process extend their lead in the AL Central Division to a season-high six games with 12 series left in the regular season. David and Dan discuss the excellent starts by Pablo Lopez, Sonny Gray and Dallas Keuchel, the last of whom was the focus of much dismissal (by these two hosts included) after his last performance for the Twins. David and Dan both have criticisms for Rocco Baldelli's handling of the series, specifically the loss in Game 2. Dan wonders how much the Twins are willing to tinker with the 40-man roster, while David wants to know whether Byron Buxton's eventual return will really include time in center field. They look around the league at some savvy fielding plays by the Blue Jays and Angels, a hot streak from a Mariners' outfielder and an emotional apology from Mets star Pete Alonso. Thanks for listening, and go Twins!

Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.

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Puckett's Picks Scoring

1pt per Base (H/BB/HBP) | 1pt per SB | 1pt per RBI
-1pt per K | -1pt per Error | -1pt per GIDP

Tie Breaker
1. Most HRs
2. Least Ks
3. Least LOB

Listeners always pick first, lowest score between Dan/David/Hoges picks second for next series

Back again for a second straight episode, Hoges spot-starts with Dan to discuss one of the more exciting series of the year for the Minnesota Twins, who swept the Arizona Diamonbacks at Target Field for the third straight time. Hoges has nothing but praise for Game 3 hero Matt Wallner after watching the game in person, while Dan gives credit to Max Kepler for the stretch he had not just this weekend but the last month. They devote a special segment to the (Twins) Hall of Fame induction of Minnesotan Joe Mauer and make the case for his enshrinement in Cooperstown. They also dive into Rocco Baldelli's use of the designated hitter and whether, just maybe, Carlos Correa isn't healthy. Finally, they discuss the boxing match between Jose Ramirez and Tim Anderson, and then they make their picks for the next series at Detroit. Thanks for listening, and go Twins.

Music: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.

Twitter:
@MNfortheWin
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/MNfortheWin
Website:
https://mnforthewin.buzzsprout.com/

Puckett's Picks Scoring

1pt per Base (H/BB/HBP) | 1pt per SB | 1pt per RBI
-1pt per K | -1pt per Error | -1pt per GIDP

Tie Breaker
1. Most HRs
2. Least Ks
3. Least LOB

Listeners always pick first, lowest score between Dan/David/Hoges picks second for next series

What’s the White Sox biggest concern?------------1:07

What gets us excited the most about these Sox?-4:10

Which player needs to elevate their game?-------8:50

White Sox top prospects----------------------------12:25

Will the Sox win the division title?-----------------14:41

How far will the Sox go in the playoffs?-----------17:57

Expectations for the White Sox has not been this high in well over a decade! General Manager Rick Hahn has made some power moves this off-season. However, the new 76-year old Tony La Russa has not managed a major league team in 9-years! Will La Russa prove his doubters wrong & take the most talented American league squad to the World Series? Spectator Sporting will discuss on White Sox season preview episode #72.  

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References

Music by Chauncey Lawrence, 707 Music Group. www.707musicgroup.com

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mr7zv3kxQyIJpKs8C4qEgWfxSmRzBmcu4

Shawn Kruel, Kruel Beatz Entertainment. https://soundcloud.com/no-fefe-996794674

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