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Ron Gardenhire, MAN, Minnesota Twins
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Twins | Gardenhire wins 700th game
Tue, 22 Sep 2009 21:39:08 -0700
The Associated Press reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire won the 700th game of his career with a win over the Chicago White Sox Tuesday, Sept. 22.
Twins | Gardenhire fined
Mon, 10 Aug 2009 14:10:40 -0700
Joe Christensen, of the Minneapolis Star Tribune, reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire was fined an undisclosed amount Monday, Aug. 10, for his comments toward home plate umpire Hunter Wendelstedt Friday, Aug. 7.
Twins | Gardenhire ejected Friday
Fri, 07 Aug 2009 18:53:30 -0700
The Associated Press reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire was ejected Friday, Aug. 7, while yelling from the dugout at home plate umpire Hunter Wendelstedt. It was Gardenhire's 46th ejection of his career and fifth of the year.
Twins | Gardenhire, Redmond ejected Thursday
Thu, 28 May 2009 13:18:54 -0700
Tyler Mason, of MLB.com, reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire and C Mike Redmond were ejected Thursday, May 28, in a loss to the Boston Red Sox. It was the first time Redmond had been ejected in his 11-year career.
Twins | Gardenhire ejected Thursday
Thu, 14 May 2009 13:35:42 -0700
The Associated Press reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire was ejected for arguing with the home plate umpire Thursday, May 14.
Twins | Gardenhire falls ill during Saturday's game
Sun, 10 May 2009 13:14:01 -0700
The Associated Press reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire watched the final six innings of the game from his office Saturday, May 9, against the Seattle Mariners, because he was feeling ill. He began to feel flush and had the chills in the dugout during the first few innings, but said he felt better after the game. Gardenhire blamed part of it on a new diet and exercise routine he was using to get into better shape.
Twins | Gardenhire upset Wednesday game was delayed four times
Thu, 07 May 2009 00:19:52 -0700
The Minneapolis Star-Tribune reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire was upset the Wednesday, May 6, game against the Baltimore Orioles had four rain delays totaling 3 hours, 42 minutes. "The game should have never started in the first place," Gardenhire said. "Never had a window. All you have to do is look at the radar and you see it's supposed to rain all night long. Once we stopped the first time we should have never went back out there."
Twins | Crede to rest soon
Mon, 13 Apr 2009 05:38:07 -0700
The Associated Press reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire said 3B Joe Crede will rest or serve as the designated hitter soon.
Twins | Redmond could land on DL
Wed, 08 Apr 2009 10:13:07 -0700
La Velle E. Neal III and Joe Christensen, of the Minneapolis Star Tribune, report Minnesota Twins C Mike Redmond (groin) could be placed on the 15-day disabled list if he does not improve by Wednesday, April 8, according to manager Ron Gardenhire. The team would then recall C Drew Butera from Triple-A Rochester.
Twins | Redmond to be evaluated Tuesday
Tue, 07 Apr 2009 08:01:17 -0700
The Associated Press reports Minnesota Twins C Mike Redmond (groin) will be re-evaluated Tuesday, April 7, according to manager Ron Gardenhire. C Jose Morales is the backup to Redmond with C Joe Mauer (back) sidelined.
Twins | Cuddyer could hit third
Fri, 03 Apr 2009 13:28:33 -0700
Kelly Thesier, of MLB.com, reports Minnesota Twins OF Michael Cuddyer could hit third in the lineup in front of 1B Justin Morneau this year, according to manager Ron Gardenhire.
Twins | Morneau works out Friday
Fri, 03 Apr 2009 12:16:16 -0700
Joe Christensen, of the Minneapolis Star Tribune, reports Minnesota Twins 1B Justin Morneau (back) worked out Friday, April 3, but did not swing a bat. He has not played in a game since Monday, March 30, and remains questionable for the team's opener Monday, April 6. Manager Ron Gardenhire mentioned that the team could consider putting Morneau on the disabled list if they do not see any progress soon. He is unlikely to play in the team's exhibition game Saturday, April 4, against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Twins | Morneau dealing with bad back
Wed, 01 Apr 2009 11:58:04 -0700
Kelly Thesier, of MLB.com, reports Minnesota Twins 1B Justin Morneau (back) is dealing with a stiff back and is questionable for the team's game Thursday, April 2, according to manager Ron Gardenhire.
Twins | Crede, Young to miss a few days
Mon, 30 Mar 2009 11:19:18 -0700
Joe Christensen, of the Minneapolis Star Tribune, reports Minnesota Twins 3B Joe Crede (hand) and OF Delmon Young (shoulder) will both miss a few days with injuries, according to manager Ron Gardenhire. Crede has swelling between the knuckles of his right hand after being hit by a pitch and Young is dealing with a sore right shoulder.
Twins | Four outfielders to see plenty of time
Fri, 27 Mar 2009 12:23:55 -0700
La Velle E. Neal III, of the Minneapolis Star Tribune, reports Minnesota Twins OFs Carlos Gomez, Delmon Young, Denard Span and Michael Cuddyer will all see ample playing time this year as manager Ron Gardenhire plans to juggle the lineup around every day.
Twins | Gomez sidelined with bad back
Mon, 23 Mar 2009 13:22:52 -0700
Kelly Thesier, of MLB.com, reports Minnesota Twins OF Carlos Gomez (back) is not expected to play until Friday, March 27, because he is dealing with a sore back, according to manager Ron Gardenhire.
Twins | Kubel has been batting third
Mon, 23 Mar 2009 13:05:37 -0700
Kelly Thesier, of MLB.com, reports Minnesota Twins OF Jason Kubel has been hitting third in the lineup recently in the absence of C Joe Mauer (back). Kubel has hit .333 (8-for-24) in his career in the third spot and he could be a candidate to stay in the spot for the start of the regular season. Manager Ron Gardenhire said he is also considering using OF Michael Cuddyer and 3B Joe Crede at the spot.
Twins | Still waiting on Mauer's results
Mon, 16 Mar 2009 10:33:00 -0700
Kelly Thesier, of MLB.com, reports the Minnesota Twins are still waiting to hear the results of C Joe Mauer's (back) results from a second opinion he received Saturday, March 14. The team does not expect C Mike Redmond to play on a daily basis if Mauer is unable to start the 2009 regular season. Manager Ron Gardenhire indicated that the team will likely look to one of their catching prospects to split the duties with Redmond.
Twins | Mauer suffers minor setback
Wed, 04 Mar 2009 12:46:02 -0800
Kelly Thesier, of MLB.com, reports Minnesota Twins C Joe Mauer (kidney) has suffered a minor setback in his return from kidney surgery, according to manager Ron Gardenhire. "It's still a process. He was feeling really, really good and then he had a step back. Now he's back to feeling good again," Gardenhire said. Mauer has swung the bat in the cage and off a tee recently and he has also caught a few bullpen sessions. However, the team plans to be extremely cautious with him during Spring Training.
Twins | Bonser was slated as long reliever
Wed, 25 Feb 2009 15:54:31 -0800
Kelsie Smith, of The Pioneer Press, reports Minnesota Twins SP Boof Bonser (shoulder) was slated to be the team's long reliever with a chance to move into the starting rotation this season, according to manager Ron Gardenhire.
Twins | Buscher competing for utility role
Mon, 23 Feb 2009 11:13:23 -0800
Kelly Thesier, of MLB.com, reports Minnesota Twins 3B Brian Buscher will compete for two utility spots during Spring Training. Buscher will play first base and is expected to take groundballs at both second base and shortstop. Manager Ron Gardenhire said Buscher might also receive work in the outfield.
Twins | Bonser will not throw Wednesday
Tue, 17 Feb 2009 08:19:23 -0800
La Velle E. Neal III, of the Minneapolis Star Tribune, reports Minnesota Twins SP Boof Bonser (shoulder) will not throw a bullpen Wednesday, Feb. 18, as originally scheduled. Manager Ron Gardenhire said Bonser will attempt to throw when he is pain free.
Twins | Baker to start opener
Mon, 26 Jan 2009 06:48:09 -0800
The Pioneer Press' Charley Walters reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire has informed SP Scott Baker he'll be the team's opening day starter.
Twins | Cuddyer will not play third base
Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:27:12 -0800
Dave Campbell, of The Associated Press, reports Minnesota Twins OF Michael Cuddyer will not be rotated in at third base this season, according to manager Ron Gardenhire.
Twins | Hope to have Mauer for Opening Day
Fri, 23 Jan 2009 10:09:42 -0800
Joe Christensen, of the Minneapolis Star Tribune, reports the Minnesota Twins are hoping to have C Joe Mauer (kidney) ready for Opening Day, according to manager Ron Gardenhire. Gardenhire indicated that they will be cautious with Mauer in Spring Training by limiting his work.
Twins | Baker expected to start Opening Day
Thu, 22 Jan 2009 11:23:58 -0800
Kelly Thesier, of MLB.com, reports Minnesota Twins SP Scott Baker is expected to be the team's Opening Day starter in 2009, according to manager Ron Gardenhire.
Twins | Young not upset with Gardenhire
Wed, 21 Jan 2009 06:59:58 -0800
The Minneapolis Star-Tribune's Joe Christensen reports Minnesota Twins OF Delmon Young isn't upset with manager Ron Gardenhire after he said OFs Denard Span, Carlos Gomez and Michael Cuddyer should start.
Twins | Punto to start
Wed, 17 Dec 2008 06:09:17 -0800
Twins.MLB.com's Kelly Thesier reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire said SS Nick Punto will be the starting shortstop.
Twins | Gardenhire's outfield preferences don't include Young?
Thu, 04 Dec 2008 22:15:02 -0800
Phil Miller, of The St. Paul Pioneer Press, reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire has said his ideal starting outfield for 2009 would include Denard Span, Carlos Gomez and Michael Cuddyer. OF Delmon Young was not on the list, but he told reporters he isn't upset by Gardenhire's comments.
Twins | Team has talked about extending Gardenhire
Wed, 01 Oct 2008 07:36:04 -0700
The Pioneer Press reports the Minnesota Twins have had internal discussions about extending manager Ron Gardenhire's contract, which expires after next season.
Twins | Gardenhire can't do much with bullpen
Wed, 06 Aug 2008 01:02:02 -0700
LaVelle E. Neal III, of The Minneapolis Star-Tribune, reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire told media he cannot do much to change the team's bullpen makeup. "They have to go back out there and get after it again. They may have to be called upon to get outs again. That is the life of a bullpen. You come in sometimes and get it done and sometimes you don't. It's just like anything else," Gardenhire said.
Twins | Gardenhire suspended one game
Sat, 02 Aug 2008 13:11:14 -0700
The Associated Press reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire has been suspended one game for his actions Thursday, July 31. He was expected to miss the team's game Saturday, Aug. 2.
Twins | Gardenhire reminisces on playing days
Mon, 21 Jul 2008 10:49:40 -0700
Leslie Parker, of MLB.com, reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire, who played for the New York Mets across town from the New York Yankees from 1981-85, said it is sad that the original Yankee Stadium will no longer exist after this season. Gardenhire said he is looking forward to the new stadium.
Twins | Gardenhire ejected Wednesday
Wed, 09 Jul 2008 13:22:00 -0700
Baxter Holmes, of The Boston Globe, reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire was ejected from the game Wednesday, July 9. It was his 40th career ejection and the fourth time this season.
Twins | Team has won 15 games since June 13
Thu, 03 Jul 2008 14:23:32 -0700
Kelly Theiser, of MLB.com, reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire called a meeting Friday, June 13, when the team was three games under .500 to talk about what the team needed to do to be successful and turn the season around. Since the meeting, the team has won 15 of their last 18 games.
Twins | Gardenhire healthy
Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:31:58 -0700
The Associated Press reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire received a clean bill of health for his heart Wednesday, July 2. An exam was prompted by a stress test that raised his concern.
Twins | Gardenhire ejected
Tue, 01 Jul 2008 09:52:29 -0700
Correcting a previous item, The Associated Press reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire was ejected in the third inning Monday, June 30, after C Joe Mauer was almost hit twice by pitches.
Twins | Gardenhire ejected from game Monday
Mon, 30 Jun 2008 18:21:12 -0700
Yahoo! Sports reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire was ejected from the team's game Monday, June 30, in the third inning for arguing balls and strikes.
Twins | Gardenhire fined for slow game pace
Tue, 17 Jun 2008 16:52:51 -0700
The Associated Press reports Minnesota Twins manger Ron Gardenhire has been fined an undisclosed amount by Major League Baseball for failing to comply with pace-of-game regulations last week.
Twins | Team to pitch inside more
Mon, 09 Jun 2008 12:28:29 -0700
Kelly Thesier, of MLB.com, reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire continues to stress to the team the importance of pitching inside to hitters. "There is a difference in pitching strikes inside and off the plate inside, making people uncomfortable," Gardenhire said. "If you ever played baseball and you know what it was like when a guy was constantly throwing the ball inside, you make yourself very uncomfortable. No one liked that. And it's no different here. Guys don't want to get hit. They don't want to get jammed. It's not fun. ... So we have to do a little better job of that."
Twins | Gardenhire misses game Friday
Fri, 30 May 2008 19:08:42 -0700
The Associated Press reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire missed the team's game Friday, May 30, because he was attending his daughter's graduation.
Twins | Gardenhire absent Friday
Fri, 30 May 2008 10:19:30 -0700
Twins.MLB.com's Kelly Thesier reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire will not be present for the game Friday, May 30, as he's attending his daughter's high school graduation.
Twins | Gardenhire ejected Thursday
Thu, 08 May 2008 15:40:00 -0700
Rick Gano, of The Associated Press, reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire was ejected in the sixth inning Thursday, May 8, for arguing balls and strikes.
Twins | Gardenhire rejoins team
Thu, 08 May 2008 11:29:30 -0700
The Associated Press reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire returned to the team Thursday, May 8, after missing the last five games to be with his family after the death of his brother.
Twins | Gardenhire misses fifth game
Thu, 08 May 2008 09:19:09 -0700
The Associated Press reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire missed his fifth straight game Wednesday, May 7. He was scheduled to rejoin the team but went from the airport to the hotel after a late arrival.
Twins | Gardenhire to return
Wed, 07 May 2008 10:19:02 -0700
Twins.MLB.com's Kelly Thesier reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire was to return to the team Wednesday, May 7. Gardenhire was away from the team after his oldest brother's death.
Twins | Gardenhire could return Wednesday
Sun, 04 May 2008 12:36:46 -0700
Updating previous reports, Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire could return to the team as soon as Wednesday, May 7. He is in Oklahoma, attending the funeral of his brother, according to the Associated Press.
Twins | Gardenhire to miss upcoming series against Detroit
Fri, 02 May 2008 17:07:32 -0700
The Associated Press reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire will miss the team's upcoming three-game series against the Detroit Tigers this weekend due to the death of his older brother, Mike Gardenhire. Third-base coach Scott Ullger will assume the duties of manager until Gardenhire returns.
Twins | Gardenhire reassures Lamb playing time
Tue, 29 Apr 2008 08:44:06 -0700
Twins.MLB.com's Kelly Thesier reports Minnesota Twins manager Ron Gardenhire reassured 3B Mike Lamb would continue to play even if he struggled. "Handling going 0-for-4 three days in a row, you could let it drive you crazy and start pressing, or you could say, 'Hey, I'll get four more tomorrow,'" Gardenhire said. "I think he's finally figured that out. I told him, 'You're going to play. We signed you to play, and we'll see how you do.'"
Twins | Liriano to be in minors for a while
Mon, 28 Apr 2008 09:52:54 -0700
The Minneapolis Star-Tribune's La Velle E. Neal III reports Minnesota Twins SP Francisco Liriano will start for Triple-A Rochester Wednesday, April 30, and is expected to be in the minors for a while. Liriano admitted to manager Ron Gardenhire that he had lost his confidence.
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