TWINS SHOW: Minnesota Twins predictions: Royce Lewis, prospects and more
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In this episode of the Score North Twin Show, hosts Mackey and Judd welcome guest listener predictor Sam to participate in the 'Write That Down' segment, where they make quantifiable predictions for the 2026 Minnesota Twins season. The discussion centers on early-season performance, player development, and organizational changes following Derek Falvey's departure. Key topics include Royce Lewis's breakout potential, the Twins' struggling bullpen, and the emergence of top prospects like Walker Jenkins and Kalen Culpepper. The hosts express cautious optimism, noting the team's strong start and promising depth in AAA, while criticizing the front office’s bullpen strategy and roster decisions. Sam shares his belief that the Twins could mirror the 2015 season’s competitiveness, despite bullpen concerns. The episode ends with a strong critique of the team’s self-inflicted bullpen crisis, rooted in trades that eliminated credible relievers without adequate replacements.
Royce Lewis is showing signs of a breakout season with strong underlying stats, including high walk rates and exit velocity, despite a low batting average.
The Twins’ bullpen is severely strained, with no credible relievers beyond Cole Sands and a few veterans, creating a major vulnerability.
The front office’s decision to trade away all key relievers has left the team with no depth, making them vulnerable in close games.
Prospects like Walker Jenkins, Kalen Culpepper, and Emmanuel Rodriguez are expected to be called up soon, with Culpepper already showing power potential in AAA.
The Twins have had an unusually high number of bases-loaded at-bats early in the season, indicating both opportunity and inefficiency.
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Welcome & Format Intro
The hosts introduce the 'Write That Down' segment with guest listener Sam, explaining the rules and format. They discuss the importance of quantifiable predictions and how listeners can get involved.
Judd's Predictions & Accountability
Judd shares his three predictions: Luke Kishaw hitting the first home run, being in the Opening Day lineup, and the Twins having a new president of baseball operations by the 2026 trade deadline. The group debates whether interim roles satisfy the title requirement.
Dex's Predictions & Accountability
Dex reviews his failed predictions, including Royce Lewis hitting an extra-base hit on Opening Day and the opening day payroll being under $100M. He explains how ballpark passes inflated attendance numbers and acknowledges the error.
Sam's Predictions & Guest Insights
“I actually was feeling somewhat optimistic this year. Like the bullpen has me worried, but overall, like I think there's talent there and I think AAA is something to be excited about.”
Final Predictions & Team Outlook
“This is a self-induced problem. I got a note last night that was like, oh, you know they scored all six runs in the first inning, so it's not a safe lead. You score six runs and you jump up to a 6-0 lead and you're defending the fact that it could still be blown? That's a huge systemic problem.”
“This is a self-induced problem. I got a note last night that was like, oh, you know they scored all six runs in the first inning, so it's not a safe lead. You score six runs and you jump up to a 6-0 lead and you're defending the fact that it could still be blown? That's a huge systemic problem.”
“They traded away all of their credible relievers on purpose with multiple years of team control, by the way. Either planning to be bad... Or arrogantly thinking that relievers are super replaceable.”
“Royce Lewis is an all-star this year. I think Royce Lewis is going to be an all-star this year.”
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Dex
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Sam
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Judd
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Mackey
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Derek Falvey
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Walker Jenkins
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Kalen Culpepper
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