The SKOR North Twins Show - A Minnesota Twins Podcast

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 T...

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...

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. See Privacy Policy at http...

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? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and C...

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 ne...

How many people does it take to fix a top prospect? Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore take explore the humorous and the serious side of the Twins' approach with Jose Berrios, in the latest episode of the Touch 'Em All podcast. Is it unfair to criticize the Twins' development process? Some fun with the 2012 MLB standings. Are you worried for the long-term about Berrios? How running a baseball organizat...

Should the Twins really go after Alex Rodriguez? Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore discuss why it could make sense on this week's episode of the Touch 'Em All podcast - and why they probably wouldn't do it. That leads to some interesting Miguel Sano conversation. How the Twins and Sano both have some share of the blame in this situation. Also, an update on the search for the new leader of the Twins' b...

Should Twins fans start to worry about Byron Buxton? Is he a bust? Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore discuss the reasons for and against worrying about the former top prospect Buxton. A Max Kepler story that shows confidence and maturity. Real and imagined concerns about Miguel Sano as a hard worker. Plus, Wetmore shares his list of his 8 favorite Performance Enhancers. See Privacy Policy at https://a...

How'd the Minnesota Twins do at this year's MLB non-waiver trade deadline? Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore discuss on this episode of the Touch 'Em All podcast. Did you like their three trades? Which one was the best? Should or could they have done more? What does this mean for Rob Antony as Twins' GM?And Mackey and Wetmore settle their differences on young outfielder extraordinaire, Max Kepler. See...

How is Rob Antony like a contestant on The Bachelorette. Phil Mackey tells Derek Wetmore exactly why, on the latest episode of the Touch 'Em All podcast. Why Antony needs to swing for the fences at this trade deadline. One trade he should make to make it known that he's a legitimate candidate for the full-time GM job. Would you trade big prospects for Chris Sale? Who won the Yankees-Cubs trade ove...

The Twins fired Terry Ryan and it's at once a shocking and totally unsurprising move. Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore explain why on the latest episode of the Touch 'Em All podcast. What did we learn in the aftermath from team owner Jim Pohlad and team president Dave St. Peter? Will the Twins hire the next GM from outside the organization? Is it the right move? Why now? What's next for the Twins? Se...

With the trade deadline fast approaching, Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore throw out two names that may not be top of mind when it comes to Twins trade speculation. No, they don't have any official steam -- they're just recklessly speculating. That, and more, on this week's episode of Touch 'em All. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pri...

The Twins had to send Byung Ho Park to the minor leagues even before they had his night at Target Field. In fact, they had to pull radio promotions off the air before they sent him down. Talk about awkward. Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore discuss their long-term beliefs about Park, Miguel Sano and Trevor Plouffe, and question why the Twins created this problem for themselves in the first place. All...

How would you fix the Twins' pitching staff? Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore discuss that idea on the latest episode of the Touch 'Em All podcast, including an answer to the question: How is this kind of like the long overdue garage cleanup you've been putting off? Plus, two very important dynamics to watch to and through the MLB non-waiver trade deadline this year. One of us might be cheating on th...

Why would the Twins give up on a young slugger like Oswaldo Arcia? Especially in a lost season, Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore discuss how they can't figure out why that move makes sense for this year's Twins. Plus, is it time to be concerned about Byron Buxton's strikeouts? What do we think of Max Kepler? Who will be closing for the 2017 Twins? The problem with this year's team starts with expensi...

Terry Ryan has been bad at one very important thing in his second stint as Twins GM - signing free agent starting pitchers. Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore discuss that issue on the latest episode of the Touch 'Em All podcast. What is the thing that the Twins can hang their hat on right now? Is there even one? What are you watching for the rest of the season? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/...

Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore argue about Kevin Jepsen and why he's still the Twins' closer despite a terrible two-month stretch. Plus, 6 depressing Twins statistics with an optimistic spin. And crediting Eduardo Nunez for his breakout season. Would you trade Nunez if you were the Twins? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-n...

Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore agree on Byron Buxton: He still has superstar potential. They talk on this episode of the Touch 'Em All podcast about how there's not a perfect time to call up podcasts, and that it makes perfect sense for the Twins to try it now. Also, Phil Hughes to the bullpen is yet another sign of how the starting pitching has severely hampered Minnesota's chances to compete this...

Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore dive into the carnage of the Twins season. Do people need to be fired? What would the timing look like if you made huge changes? Do you think the Pohlad family will decide it's time to make those changes? Also, on Brian Dozier and tweaking his approach at the plate. Is it the right idea? Why hasn't this happened before? What happens if it doesn't work? See Privacy Pol...

On this episode of the Touch 'Em All podcast, Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore talk about the good and bad we saw from young starter Jose Berrios before he was optioned to the minor leagues. Plus, Joe Mauer is having a bad May after a terrific April. Are you buying or selling his stock? Do you think Robbie Grossman will play for the Twins this year? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...

On this episode of the Touch 'Em All podcast, Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore are already planning for next year. With the Twins falling on their face to start the season, there's plenty of blame to go around. Why is Jim Pohlad tone-deaf with his public comments? Is Terry Ryan the right GM to get the Twins back to the World Series? Where did the Twins go wrong in their offseason planning? See Privac...

On this episode of the Touch 'Em All podcast, Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore discuss the ridiculousness of John Ryan Murphy getting ejected because a home plate umpire has an ego. We talk about the pitch that led to the ejection and J.O. Berrios' start. Also, do you care that Paul Molitor didn't get ejected immediately after John Ryan Murphy? How well-suited is Terry Ryan to being the Twins' GM rig...

On this episode of the Touch 'Em All podcast, Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore discuss the call-up of top prospect J.O. Berrios. What he'll bring to the Twins. Why the timing makes sense for Minnesota. Also, the reason why Byron Buxton was demoted. And what to expect for Buxton's future. Lastly, one thing the Twins do that annoys us. Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes. See Privacy Policy at https://a...

On this episode of the Touch 'Em All podcast, Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore discuss the Twins, who are back from the dead. Oswaldo Arcia bursting onto the scene. Should he play more? What's gone wrong with Eddie Rosario? What's gone right for Joe Mauer? A heavy dose of small-sample-size conclusions. Plus, Ron Gardenhire is back! Byung Ho Park hits bombs. And a Glen Perkins update. Subscribe to the...

On this episode of the Touch 'Em All podcast, Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore dissect the carnage from the first week of the season for the Twins. Could the 2016 Twins still make the postseason? What are the problems that led to an 0-7 start? Outlining some of the wishful thinking the Twins had this offseason. Plus, 5 positives to draw from a terrible start to the season. And plenty on Byron Buxton'...