Talking about those streaky Twins

Is Scott Baker becoming one of the best pitchers in the American League in 2011? Here's one analysis of that question.

One blogger tells some of the media to take it easier regarding players having injuries and/or bad seasons.

Shortly after Strib columnist Jim Souhan took Joe Mauer to task in a Monday column, the sideburned one volunteered to start working out at first base. Actually, it appears Mauer said he'd do it if asked just before Souhan's criticism was published.

Rob Neyer of sbnation.com doesn't agree with Souhan's assertions.