It occurs to me that I haven't yet commented on the Minnesota Twins hiring of Paul Molitor as their new manager. So I will do so right now. And actually I just did.

Paul was pretty much who we expected all along. I think the reason he was added to the coaching staff a year ago was to take over the reigns if Gardy faltered. What kind of manager he will end up being is anybody's guess right now, but he definitely has the pedigree. There are few people out there more knowledgeable of the game than Mr. Molitor.

So I will be anxious to see what he can do. Right now the Twins are young enough that they can allow their new manager to grow with them, much like they did with TK back in the 80s. Actually, the Twins grew up pretty fast under TK, but I think it will take a little more time with PM.

World Series by '16? Or maybe '17? Or...someday.