Monthly Archives: March 2011

Why I don’t think the Twins will win the AL Central

Posted on March 31, 2011 by Hayden Goethe

I should start by saying I’m not your typical pessimistic journalist when it comes to the local teams. I’m not trying to build heat or be that “shock jock” type to get Minnesota Twins fans fired up. I just have … Continue reading →

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Red Sox have the feel of World Series favorites

Posted on March 30, 2011 by Hayden Goethe

Before I get into my Major League Baseball postseason predictions, it’s time for one last plug of our Twins preview coverage. Coming in Friday’s sports section, we’ll have a preview story and column, along with a graphic for the team’s … Continue reading →

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Tide could turn again in AL Central

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Hayden Goethe

While the Minnesota Twins brought back the likes of starting pitcher Carl Pavano and designated hitter Jim Thome, the Chicago White Sox and Detroit Tigers added significant pieces to their teams this past offseason. For the White Sox, their lineup … Continue reading →

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Twins moves Sunday pretty much solidify roster

Posted on March 27, 2011 by Hayden Goethe

Luke Hughes’ big spring proved not to be enough to make the Minnesota Twins’ opening day roster. Hughes had six homers and 15 RBIs this spring to rank among the league leaders, but the 2B/3B was optioned to Triple-A Rochester … Continue reading →

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Six-team NL Central could produce a four-team race

Posted on March 26, 2011 by Hayden Goethe

One thing has become abundantly clear to me after doing most of these division prognostications: This ain’t easy. Maybe I’m just not good at this stuff anymore. My quick demise in the NCAA men’s basketball tournament bracket pool could be … Continue reading →

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Is change coming to the AL West again?

Posted on March 26, 2011 by Hayden Goethe

Ten years ago, the Seattle Mariners were the dominant team in the American League West. They won their second straight division title, this time with a record 116 victories. In 2002, it was the Angels – then Anaheim, now Los … Continue reading →

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Do you like Gus Johnson? Do you like to laugh?

Posted on March 25, 2011 by Hayden Goethe

Here’s a hilarious video that might just reach viral status if it hasn’t already. Gus Johnson – known for his sometimes outlandish calls of college basketball games – presents great moments in history. Is it really Gus Johnson? He’s in … Continue reading →

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Wild NL West should be tight again

Posted on March 24, 2011 by Hayden Goethe

Last year, the San Francisco Giants held off the San Diego Padres by just two games to win the National League West en route to the World Series title. This year, I’m expecting another tight race in the NL West. … Continue reading →

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Red Sox look to be kings in beastly AL East

Posted on March 23, 2011 by Hayden Goethe

The American League East is often considered the best division in baseball. And why not? In each of the last four years, the division has produced the wild card team. Plus, baseball’s two dominant franchises – the New York Yankees … Continue reading →

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Mauer ranks second to Jeter in jersey sales

Posted on March 23, 2011 by Hayden Goethe

CNBC’s Darren Rovell – after years of hounding, according to Yahoo’s Big League Stew blog – has finally gotten Major League Baseball to release jersey sales statistics for the first time. Majestic – MLB’s jersey maker – released the numbers … Continue reading →

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