Bad and Worse

Okay, the last week, the Twins have played like dirt. They've scored more than 3 runs only ONCE, and have gone 3-4 in their last 7. The offense looks shabby and Silva looks worse. Yet somehow, in those 7 games, the Twins are still in the same place, 1/2 game in front of the Sox.

So, how bad are the Sox playing? Well, both the Twins and Sox lost 2 of 3 to KC. Thank goodness, because I was about to go crazy after the Twins lost 2 of 3, so it didn't feel too bad that KC did the same thing to our rivals.

Now the Twins have a nice set against TB. While the Twins have had a rough time getting by KC, they have had no trouble against the Rays, winning their last 13 against them. If they keep it up, and Boston can get back into the groove against the Sox, the Twins might be able to get a little bit of a lead.

And even more important, this weekend, the Twins will have a great opportunity to play some catch-up with the Tigers, as the kitties come to town for four. And which lucky pitcher is going to miss the series? Silva. Shucky darn.

If the Twins are up by the time Liriano gets back, I foresee the Twins staying in front until the end. Keep it up boys!