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Another long summer
A three-part series: The Star Tribune begins a year-end analysis of the Twins as they enter the final week of a third straight abysmal season.
Sunday: Things could get worse before they get better.
Tuesday: Is it time for GM Terry Ryan to become a risk-taker?
Wednesday: How close are the Twins to a pitching turnaround?
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