Michael Cuddyer

Gardenhire gets 2-year extension from Twins

"It's a very young and exciting team and, if we can fill in a couple of holes, we believe we are going to be right there with this team and win a World Series," Gardenhire said Thursday in a statement issued by the club after...

2008 RF Defense By PMR

Team: PMR / RAA | 1B: PMR / RAA | 2B: PMR / RAA | 3B: PMR / RAAA | SS: PMR / RAA | LF: PMR / RAA | CF: PMR / RAA | RF: PMR / RAA Each season, David Pinto releases his Probablistic Measure of Range (PMR) ratings based on...

AL MVP candidates span spectrum

K-Rod could seal spot in history despite competition from sluggers Francisco Rodriguez could become the first closer since 1992 to win the AL MVP Award. Ted Abernathy, a submarine-style right-hander for the Cubs, posted MLB's...

Mailbag: Who will step into hot corner?

Beat reporter Kelly Thesier answers Twins fans' questions Garrett Atkins would be one option at third base if the Twins can work out a deal with the Rockies. Which third baseman is more likely to end up in a Twins uniform next...

Twins Hot Stove report

The Rocky Mountain News reported earlier this week that the Twins and the Rockies had preliminary trade discussions regarding Rockies third baseman Garrett Atkins. Colorado appeared to be interested in Minnesota's young...

Hot Stove roundup: Astros nab a pair

Club signs Hawkins, Lo, while also focusing on Wolf, Hampton LaTroy Hawkins went 2-0 with a 0.43 ERA in 24 appearances for the Astros in 2008. (Getty Images) The Astros, like the majority of teams, have focused on pitching...

Twins hope to add pop to strong lineup

Club seeking right-handed power bat to improve young offense Michael Cuddyer, when healthy, is a potent bat that could improve an already dangerous lineup. But while the Twins' lineup last season was one of the most productive...

Cast your vote for President and TYIB

Senators John McCain (left) and Barack Obama campaign late on Monday night. Who, for example, was the best hitter in Major League Baseball in 2008? The future of America could very well hinge on whether you fill out your ballot...

Q&A with slugger Ryan Zimmerman

Nats third baseman discusses injury, leadership, contract Ryan Zimmerman played in just 106 game in 2008 due to a left shoulder injury. (Kathy Willens/AP) Nationals third baseman Ryan Zimmerman would like to forget about the...

Which Brett Favre will Buffalo Bills face?

Will the Buffalo Bills see the Good Brett or the Bad Brett when they host the New York Jets Sunday in an important AFC East showdown? All-time passing yards leader Brett Favre turned 39 on Oct. 10 and he's showed his age at...