SuperCharged08

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I dont follow the Rays - but I should be. I was just wondering how Garza has been doing - stats dont show much.

How about Bartlett?

I just know the Twins are enjoying Young and Harris, both their bats and gloves.

Just hope old Twinkies could do the same with the Rays

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The biggest question with the Twins is pitching, in particular, what is the deal with Liriano?  Is it just that his post-surgery recovery is taking longer than expected or is it mental?  Would they have traded Santana if they could have foreseen this dilemma with Liriano?

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It is totally mental. His physical health is great. When he got to the mound, I think he was totally overthinking/overthrowing. He just needs Minor League starts to regain confidence that he is a MLB Ace-To-Be.

I think the Twins would still have traded Santana. I mean, look where they are without him, I think the trade was great- even if Liriano doesnt pan out to become the Ace the Twins wanted him to be.

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Nearing the all-star break I am certainly beginning to look like I will end up eating my prediction.  The Marlins look to hang around in the NL East and the Rays definately look to either with the AL East or take the wildcard.  Good luck to them both (my Padres appear done for the year).