| 16 April 2010
Back for a second week is Sam Tastad. You can read more of Sam Tastad's work here.
This past week, the Minnesota Twins opened Target Field going 2-1 against the Red Sox. The Twins won their first series in Target Field, and looked like a real contender in the new park. At Target Field this past week, Carl Pavano got the parks' first win, Jon Raunch the first save, and Jason Kubel the first home run in the regular season at Target Field. Target Field has looked like a great place for baseball, and the Twins are showing that they love the place, and really feel at home in the new ballpark.
At this point in the season, the Twins are currently 7-3, and off to a great start. The pitching is what has really been impressive to me. Carl Pavano, an MLB veteran, has completely lit up teams with his magic pitching so far. Francisco Liriano got banged up his first start, but looked flawless in his second start. Scott Baker, Nick Blackburn, and Kevin Slowey have showed signs of a competitive nature, and have looked good in each of their two starts. The bullpen has been really good, especially Jon Rauch. He is a perfect 5-for-5 in save opportunities, and is working his closer magic. The rest of the bullpen has shown that they can hold leads, too, and can help lead this team to victory, as well.
The offense has worked magically, too. Joe Mauer, the hometown boy in Minnesota, has looked like the reigning MVP, and is hitting the ball well with a .353 batting average. Justin Morneau, Jason Kubel, and Michael Cuddyer are showing great signs of hitting and are leading this team to victories. They all have great swings, and bursts of power. JJ Hardy, a new acquisition for the Twins, has most impressed me. He has played great defense, and has hit the ball extremely well. Nick Punto, Ron Gardenhire's favorite player, has actually shown his value to the team. He has shown the team with hustle, defense, and even hitting, that he can be counted on this year.
As you can see, I have been really impressed with the Twins this season, and their ability to win games. They have shown great teamwork, and have been fun to watch. I hope they keep this up the rest of the season.
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