A Kubrick-Style Breakdown of Minnesota Twins’ GM Terry Ryan’s Descent Into Madness

It’s no secret that the advisory board here at Dubsism is laden with fans of the Minnesota Twins. The Chairman of that board, the esteemed Dick Marple, is our man on all things Twins, and the newspaper article he pointed out was simply to good not to share.  To appreciate this, you don’t need to be… Read More A Kubrick-Style Breakdown of Minnesota Twins’ GM Terry Ryan’s Descent Into Madness

By Putting Joe Mauer on Waivers, The Minnesota Twins Prove They Are Completely Clueless

In the world of baseball, August is that time when guys get put on waivers for purposes of either being traded or to gauge if there is any trade interest on a big-contract player.  But to make this tactic work, you must understand the concept of timing. The Minnesota Twins clearly do not understand this.… Read More By Putting Joe Mauer on Waivers, The Minnesota Twins Prove They Are Completely Clueless

Great Moments in Minnesota Twins History: The Day Hating Joe Mauer Entered The Afterlife

A few years ago, I would have never imagined this moment was possible; Joe Mauer was a god in catcher’s gear in Minnesota. But, when you sign a contract worth roughly the gross national product of Portugal, then bat under .250 with absolutely no power, the tables are going to turn. But now we’ve entered… Read More Great Moments in Minnesota Twins History: The Day Hating Joe Mauer Entered The Afterlife

The Baseball Trading Deadline – The Shark Week Edition

Whether it’s stocks, fantasy baseball, or the real thing, trading can be a dangerous proposition. There’s no guarantee that the deal will work; only time will tell whether your investment pays off or whether you get to sell you blood to make the rent this month. But, one thing that is certain; where there’s trading… Read More The Baseball Trading Deadline – The Shark Week Edition

The National Pitching Association

Until this point, Tom Emanski was the standard reference for those cheesebag youth-baseball instructional videos. You know, the sort usually purchased by those parents who have already emotionally scarred their little-leaguers for life, and are well on their way to complete douchebaggery. May I introduce Dr. Tom House, co-founder of the The National Pitching Association,… Read More The National Pitching Association