Cuddyer connects

Here are three ways Michael Cuddyer is taking fans along for the ride in his 14th season as a Twin:

Twitter: @mcuddy5 has more than 26,000 followers, and in 140 characters or fewer, Cuddyer's quick to answer questions or extend birthday greetings upon request.

Flickr: His photography hobby has gone public, with shots posted from every ballpark the Twins visit from some unique vantage points (www.flickr.com/photos/fivebball/).

Writing: Weekly column for Fox Sports North. One compares travel (and per diem) as a player moves from the minors to the majors.