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5 potential landing spots for Chris Carter

By Joshua Sadlock

Sep 27, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Chris Carter (33) rounds the bases after hitting a two run home run in the first inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Park in Arlington. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 27, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Chris Carter (33) rounds the bases after hitting a two run home run in the first inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Park in Arlington. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 2, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; Minnesota Twins third baseman Miguel Sano (22) celebrates his three run home run against the Chicago White Sox during the third inning at U.S. Cellular Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 2, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; Minnesota Twins third baseman Miguel Sano (22) celebrates his three run home run against the Chicago White Sox during the third inning at U.S. Cellular Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports /

2. Minnesota Twins

The Twins were able to sneak into playoff contention in 2015 before crashing and burning en route to 103 losses last season. Part of the problem was a pitiful output from the DH position. Minnesota got only 19 home runs from the position, second-to-last in the American League. Korean import Byung Ho Park was a massive disappointment, batting .191 with 12 home runs in 62 games.

One solution for the Twins at DH would be to fully give up on the idea that Miguel Sano can play the field on a regular basis. At 23, though, and with time to grow at third base or right field, the Twins may not be ready to pigeon hole Sano as a designated hitter. Park was completely overmatched in his first season in America, and at 30, he may not be able to hack it in the big leagues.

Minnesota is still a ways off from contending thanks to their awful pitching staff. Getting more power from the DH position could help lead to a few more wins while providing some more insurance if Park continues to be overmatched by major-league pitchers. As is the case with the Athletics, the Twins have to find ways to get creative to land power bats. Chris Carter may have fallen into their laps.

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