The Twins baseball department currently is down in Fort Myers, Fla. for their annual organizational meetings. Sometimes, many departments head down for the event. But this is one of those years in which the Twins will have what is referred to as, `mini-orgs.’

This will be Bill Smith’s first major function as the new General Manager. They discuss many aspects of the club, like scouting, the minors, the major league team, etc. But this will also be the time for everyone to get on the same page as to how the club will proceed during this crucial offseason.

They probably already know what they are willing to offer free agents Torii Hunter and Carlos Silva. They will look at the farm system to determine who’s ready, and may plot an offseason course to find a real third baseman or a bat to DH.

They could also discuss how to handle Johan Santana, who’s entering the final season of his contract.]

I’m sure that everyone down there will check out lefthander Francisco Liriano, who’s still on schedule to pitch batting practice next month as he works his way back from Tommy John surgery nearly a year ago.

Several Twins players are in Arizona Fall League action. Check here over the next few weeks for occasional updates. Looking outside the office window right now, I wish I was there.

First, I picked Philly and the Yankees to reach the World Series. After that blew up, I picked the Rockies and Red Sox. Colorado has come through, sweeping the D-Backs last night and earning an eight-day break. Now my Red Sox pick is looking shaky, but I still think they have a shot if Wakefield can baffle them in Game Four.

I have to admit that Cleveland’s bullpen is operating at full force right now.

Some people want Josh Beckett to start Game Four on three days rest. The stats say that’s not a wise move. However, the Boston Globe looked at those numbers and arrived at a different conclusion.

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