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World Series movie, Steve Bartman, and the timeline for the Twins (ep. 85) Oct 25, 2016

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We're World Series obsessed on this episode of Touch 'Em All. Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore discuss the ultimate sports movie -- will the Cubs win the World Series? Are you willing to admit you teared up when they clinched the N.L. pennant after waiting since 1945? Where's Steve Bartman at? And what is a realistic timeline for the Twins to compete for the top prize in baseball? Two years? Three years? More?

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Speculating about the future of Twins' coaches, manager and front office (ep. 84) Oct 18, 2016

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Would you keep the Twins' coaching staff and manager around for next year?Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore speculate on what might happen to the team once new baseball boss Derek Falvey takes over. Is Paul Molitor back next year?Is Rob Antony back in some capacity next year?Would you be concerned about the Indians' deep postseason run if you were with the Twins?

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We're loving MLB postseason; good sign from Derek Falvey's Indians (ep. 83) Oct 11, 2016

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The Indians have already done something this season that should encourage you if you're a Twins fan. Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore debate whether Andrew Miller's usage represents a good blueprint for the Twins to fix their leaky bullpen. Plus, some love for Big Papi and and a few unwarranted cheap shots.

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5 things that need to change for the Twins next year (ep. 82) Oct 04, 2016

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The starting pitching is the first on a long list of priorities for new baseball boss Derek Falvey -- or it should be, anyway. Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore discuss other things that need to improve with the Twins for the team to avoid another 100-loss season next year. Starting pitching, a better plan in the bullpen, plus an interesting idea suggested by FSN analyst Bert Blyleven.

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5 things that need to change for the Twins next year (ep. 82) Oct 04, 2016

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Derek Falvey is the right kind of hire for the Twins (ep. 81) Sep 27, 2016

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Is Derek Falvey the right person for the job running the Twins' front office? Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore discuss that question on the latest episode of the Touch 'Em All podcast. Falvey's background, a key insight into his thought process, and his connection to Cleveland's superior pitching are all factors in the Twins' favor. Plus, highlights from the '100 things that have gone wrong for the Twins this year.'

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Is Joe Mauer good enough to be in the Hall of Fame? (ep. 80) Sep 20, 2016

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Is Joe Mauer worthy of baseball's Hall of Fame?Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore sort out that thorny question on this episode of the Touch 'Em All podcast, with a heavy helping of analytics. What makes a Hall of Famer?What has happened to Joe Mauer in recent years?Does his dropoff in production since moving to first base hurt his chances? Should it matter?What would he have to do to be a sure bet for Cooperstown?

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Dozier gets to 40 homers, Buxton's dimmer switch has gotten brighter (ep. 79) Sep 13, 2016

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Brian Dozier has hit 40 home runs (and counting) in a season in which the Twins might lose 100 games. Is that a wasted season? If so, where does it rank? Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore discuss on the latest Touch 'Em All podcast. Plus, Byron buxton's dimmer switch is getting brighter. And some unsolicited advice for the Twins in the search for their next president and GM.

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Two reasons Alex Anthopoulos would be an intriguing hire for Twins (ep. 78) Sep 06, 2016

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Brian Dozier is on a tear and would be making more MVP noise if he was on a better team, which is a flaw in the system. Alex Anthopoulos is reportedly a candidate to be the Twins' president of baseball operation. Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore give 2 reasons he'd be an intriguing hire for Minnesota. Is the light bulb finally on for Byron Buxton?

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This is the newer version of the 1990's Twins, isn't it? (ep. 77) Aug 31, 2016

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This is just the newer version of the 1990's Twins, right? On this Touch 'Em All podcast, Phil Mackey tells Derek Wetmore that we'll absolutely look back on this era the same way we do the futility from the '90s.The Twins are on pace for 100 losses. How many managers keep their jobs after losing triple digits? What would get you excited abou the Twins this season? And could they contend in the near future?

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