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Does Martin Perez move the needle? What does his signing mean for the pitching staff? Is he really going to be slotted into the rotation?

And do you get the sense that the Twins don't view themselves as contenders right now? Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore discuss the 2019 offseason as a whole, and Phil is back at the payroll debate.

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Does Martin Perez move the needle? What does his signing mean for the pitching staff? Is he really going to be slotted into the rotation?

And do you get the sense that the Twins don't view themselves as contenders right now? Phil Mackey and Derek Wetmore discuss the 2019 offseason as a whole, and Phil is back at the payroll debate.

Phil Mackey and Ramie Makhlouf have some optimism on the Twins in 2019 after taking a look at their potential everyday lineup. Is 84 wins a possibility? Derek Wetmore joins to discuss that and has more takes on the Twins offseason. Should they remain busy in free agency? Also, Mackey poses a question: Would you trade Byron Buxton for a front line pitcher?

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Phil Mackey and Ramie Makhlouf have some optimism on the Twins in 2019 after taking a look at their potential everyday lineup. Is 84 wins a possibility? Derek Wetmore joins to discuss that and has more takes on the Twins offseason. Should they remain busy in free agency? Also, Mackey poses a question: Would you trade Byron Buxton for a front line pitcher?

Phil Mackey announces some exciting, major changes at 1500, beginning right now! For starters, we’ve got a new name now – SKOR North (and SKORNorth.com)… And an expanded menu of Minnesota sports content across multiple platforms.

You’ll be able to find SKOR North LIVE & LOCAL on AM 1500 (between noon & 7 weekdays), starting with a daily Vikings show at NOON on weekdays called Purple Daily. Then you can hear SKOR North Live with Matthew Coller from 2-4p, Mackey and Judd w/ Ramie from 4-6p, and assorted specialty shows in the 6:00 hour.

We’re also expanding our digital content in a BIG way over at SKORNorth.com, where, in addition to great written content, you’ll find some of the most entertaining Minnesota sports podcasts -- such as Purple Podcast, Raised by Wolves, Touch em All, The Scoop with Doogie, Reusse Unchained, The Crafty Rogues and plenty more.

As for social media — expect a lot of fun and creative stuff on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube — all @SKORNorth.

So, give us a follow … Check out our shows … Give us your input and ideas … And tell your friends that SKOR North is here! … Minnesota Sports. Anytime. Anywhere.

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Phil Mackey announces some exciting, major changes at 1500, beginning right now! For starters, we’ve got a new name now – SKOR North (and SKORNorth.com)… And an expanded menu of Minnesota sports content across multiple platforms.

You’ll be able to find SKOR North LIVE & LOCAL on AM 1500 (between noon & 7 weekdays), starting with a daily Vikings show at NOON on weekdays called Purple Daily. Then you can hear SKOR North Live with Matthew Coller from 2-4p, Mackey and Judd w/ Ramie from 4-6p, and assorted specialty shows in the 6:00 hour.

We’re also expanding our digital content in a BIG way over at SKORNorth.com, where, in addition to great written content, you’ll find some of the most entertaining Minnesota sports podcasts -- such as Purple Podcast, Raised by Wolves, Touch em All, The Scoop with Doogie, Reusse Unchained, The Crafty Rogues and plenty more.

As for social media — expect a lot of fun and creative stuff on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube — all @SKORNorth.

So, give us a follow … Check out our shows … Give us your input and ideas … And tell your friends that SKOR North is here! … Minnesota Sports. Anytime. Anywhere.

Former Twins player Darin Mastroianni joins the show to discuss the importance of veteran leadereship, and why Nelson Cruz will help the Twins win.

Derek Wetmore asks Mastroianni about the impact that Cruz can make. There were also some great stories about his former managers, Paul Molitor and Ron Gardenhire. Plus, how players like Jamey Carroll and Justin Morneau helped teach him how to become a role player.

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Former Twins player Darin Mastroianni joins the show to discuss the importance of veteran leadereship, and why Nelson Cruz will help the Twins win.

Derek Wetmore asks Mastroianni about the impact that Cruz can make. There were also some great stories about his former managers, Paul Molitor and Ron Gardenhire. Plus, how players like Jamey Carroll and Justin Morneau helped teach him how to become a role player.

The Twins officially signed Nelson Cruz and DFA'd Aaron Slegers on Thursday. Derek Wetmore and Jake Depue analyze the move, the best and worst outcomes, Derek Falvey "The Economist."

Topics:

-Nelson Cruz, Professional Leader

-Which players will see the most impact on the Minnesota Twins' roster?

-Are you worried about a decline in performance?

-How is Cruz the ageless wonder?

-How many home runs will Cruz hit in 2019?

-Are the Twins favoring power over on-base skills with this winter?

-What's next for the offseason to be deemed a success?

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The Twins officially signed Nelson Cruz and DFA'd Aaron Slegers on Thursday. Derek Wetmore and Jake Depue analyze the move, the best and worst outcomes, Derek Falvey "The Economist."

Topics:

-Nelson Cruz, Professional Leader

-Which players will see the most impact on the Minnesota Twins' roster?

-Are you worried about a decline in performance?

-How is Cruz the ageless wonder?

-How many home runs will Cruz hit in 2019?

-Are the Twins favoring power over on-base skills with this winter?

-What's next for the offseason to be deemed a success?