Last year, the Twins witnessed two different versions of third baseman Trevor Plouffe. They're hoping only one side becomes a mainstay for the upcoming season, while he grasps the starting job at third base after improving his defense during the offseason. "The opportunity is there for him to take that job if he does so," general manager Terry Ryan told FOX Sports North earlier this week. "I'm waiting to see exactly what he does. There isn't any reason with his skill set that he shouldn't be able to handle that." Plouffe bashed 19 homers, including five during a four-game span, during the first half of last season before a thumb injury derailed his progress after the All-Star break.
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