Minnesota Twins fans have been pondering the whole season just how much longer hometown hero Joe Mauer would continue playing baseball. At 35 years old, and at the close of one of the most polarizing contracts in sports, Mauer is reportedly going to consider retirement this offseason. If Mauer chooses retirement, just how ready are the Twins to replace him in the lineup and on the field.
After a season of what felt like vintage Mauer in 2017 where he slashed .305/.384/.417 his 2018 hasn’t been quite as good. While it isn’t as good as 2017, Mauer has still had a solid 2018 as he has slashed .