I think this is one of the top stories to follow this offseason. Without Morneau, I don't like the chances of the Twins sniffing the playoffs. I'm sure Gardy will give Morneau the necessary days off and Morneau won't be shy to say when that is. I know the Twins made the playoffs last year without Morneau down the stretch but the Twins as much as Morneau as possible because the White Sox and Tigers are improved while the Twins pretty much kept the same team.Justin Morneau (concussion) took 40 swings in batting practice Tuesday.
Morneau also fielded grounders, turned double plays and received throws at first base. Outdoor conditions can be rough on concussion sufferers, mostly because of the brightness, but he's doing well to this point and plans to wear sunglasses throughout the spring. He's on track to be in the Twins' starting lineup on Opening Day.