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Twins in '13 Crystal Ball Challenge So...you think you know how the Twins will do this year, right? Well here is your opportunity to gaze into that crystal ball of yours and go on record with your predictions. You could win a prize! Start by guessing the total number of Twins wins for the year, then the number of home wins, and then their final position in the standings. The closest guess in these three categories combined will be the Grand Prize Winner. But that's not all! Because there's a very slight chance of a tie, we can have some fun with tie-breakers. So be sure to also leave your best guesses for a couple of other potentially interesting stats. (As always, be sure to see the official rules below.) Then check back on this page as the season progresses to find out how you're doing against your fellow prognosticators. (Who knows, there may be other prizes awarded along the way!) Most of all, have fun and Win Twins! Official Rules 1. Only one entry per screen name and email address. Duplicate entries will be discarded. 2. All entries must be received before the first pitch is thrown on April 1, 2013. Extended to April 15! 3. Entries will be scored based on their overall accuracy. Most accurate overall submission wins. 4. A formal scoring algorithm may or may not be developed, but basically, Rick or his algorithm will decide the winners. 5. All entries will be visible to anyone visiting this page once the entry period ends. 6. Any ties not resolvable in a more logical way will be broken by random drawing. 7. Winners will be notified by email. 8. Any issues which arise will be resolved by Rick, whose decision is final. |
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