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Article: twins: looking back, looking forward; M & M might stand for more muscle; JOE MAUER; JUSTIN MORNEAU.(SPORTS)
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- Star Tribune (Minneapolis, MN)
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- September 30, 2007
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Byline: La Velle E. Neal III; Staff Writer
JOE MAUER is frustrated by the injuries and his critics' constant harping on those injuries. He's hoping that getting stronger will alleviate both of those issues and boost his power numbers.
Joe Mauer is always the talk of the town. The hometown hero has learned that's not always a good thing.
When he lines balls into gaps with his smooth, natural swing, fans rave about his hitting.
When his hard-hit balls to the opposite field no longer get through the shift, his lack of power is questioned.
But what bothered him the most this season was his never-ending run of injuries - and the ...