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The last report was as of May 17th. At that point he was throwing bullpens. Think of this as spring training, as Hansen had none. Those guys go six weeks before they ramp up to game shape. We are at 3-4 weeks. Hold the panic for another couple of weeks at least.

Oh wait, I was actually talking about Omar Vizquel, so take full credit for Ray!

Another great call.

While the Klug story is incredible, he will not sign.

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Another pretty little dude who had one hell of a career is someone we all know and love who is managing in our minor league system right now.

I know the name Tommy Herr was mentioned earlier. If you add some BA points and walks to adjust for the era, that really is an interesting comp, especially when you focus on his peak in the mid 80's.

One of Beck or Volstad will be gone for Rodon.

There are definitely other options.

A scouting director talking up his players? NOOOOOOO!

That's one heck of a hedge for a guarantee.

Post of the day.

He's always had a ++ arm. Control has always been the issue.

Benetti said that Cooper changed something in Rondon's slider which is allowing him to control it better. Results were on full display that inning.

Ever since we traded him to Minnesota.

A lot more interesting names on day than normal. It will be an interesting 5 weeks to see who all signs.