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rauldc14
05-30-13, 01:11 PM
My team would look a whole hell of a lot better right now if Kelly Johnson was still on my team and if Colorado didn't option Rutledge to AAA. Guy wasn't even playing bad, either.
Ill give you Kelly Johnson for Pujols :D
I just decided to go with Corey Kluber instead of Miguel Gonzalez. Klubers next game is vs the Rays :facepalm: So the heck with it! Im gonna start Nolasco tonight and Kluber the next time. Theyre the best 2 out there on waivers, imo, and I cant pass on them. Ill be rooting against them this next week though :confused:
mikeython1
05-30-13, 09:00 PM
Cant believe Travis Wood hit a Grand Slam today!
They should have all the pitchers batting stats available separate from their pitching ones, and and a coach can slot them in a utility slot.
Now Vito is calling his team TROLL 2. :rolleyes: Looks like somebodys needing some attention.
mikeython1
05-31-13, 08:10 AM
Yeah I was pretty pissed at him. I told him write whatever you want (because he was obviously not listening to me when I told him to chill) but just make sure and keep up with your lineup and try and stay competitive. I am just going to try and ignore him for the rest of the season.
Jacoby with FIVE steals last night. :rotfl:
rauldc14
05-31-13, 10:00 PM
figures that Shelby Miller's game is postponed. C.C. finally pitching like a stud, hope I don't jinx it.
My offense has been suffering the past 2 weeks, and my pitchings carried me. Offense is so bad that I had 4 starters going last night, got 3 wins, and my offense minused me in points to where I only gained 2.
Sedais Angels got a burst of 6 points from Ellsburys 5 steals. He ran so fast he tweaked his groin :eek: Whoa there fella!
DexterRiley
06-01-13, 11:11 AM
within the next 10 days, i'll have 5 guys off the DL. Cue the assault on Runs, Homers, Ribbies and (when Reyes is back) Steals.
Decided not to keep Kluber & Nolasco. Ricky Nolascos doing great, and looked great vs the Rays but just doesnt have any run support from the fish. They cant even average 3 runs a game, ouch. Klubers going up against the Yankees next.
They restarted the Rays / Indians game last night (bottom of the 2nd inning) at 12:00 pm last night. Midnight!? :eek: I think they were done around 2:30-3:00 am.
DexterRiley
06-01-13, 09:31 PM
Love when recent additions step right in and help out. welcome aboard Josh Reddick and Mark Texiera.
Oh and George Brett as hitting coach of the Royals is paying immediate dividends for Hosmer.
Love when recent additions step right in and help out. welcome aboard Josh Reddick and Mark Texiera.
Oh and George Brett as hitting coach of the Royals is paying immediate dividends for Hosmer.
Good to hear about Hosmer. I hate to see young busts. I dropped Teixeira because I thought and think Corey Hart will be worth more. Only so much room on a teams DL stretcher yknow. Teixeira hasnt maintained a .250 avg in at least two seasons and Hart should do better this year than last since the Brewers offense is more alive. Last year he did great.
rauldc14
06-01-13, 11:58 PM
dropping Teixeira= a mindboggling mood. So you keep him the entire time he doesn't play and all of a sudden cut him when he's back? Mindboggling.
Strange that you've made 200+ moves yet you're sitting in 4th place. Got to hand it to you though, it's come together.
dropping Teixeira= a mindboggling mood. So you keep him the entire time he doesn't play and all of a sudden cut him when he's back? Mindboggling.
Strange that you've made 200+ moves yet you're sitting in 4th place. Got to hand it to you though, it's come together.
Its move not mood, and theres nothing mindboggling about it. Compare Corey Harts #'s to Mark Teixeiras last year. I strongly believe he will outperform Teixeira by seasons end, and yes thats including Tex's time playing now.
Plus this is far from coming together. I spent all last season around 80-85 points, and that equals bleah in the grand scheme.
If you ever want to save alot of time on research just pay attention to my drops. Oh hell Ive made some prime drops....just some of the best young stars emerging today. Just grab them up as I drop them Raul and the league will be eating out of your hand :)
My best strategy is to tread water till my DL guys mend. Yodas DL list though is like a herd of stars about to shock the scoring system of the league. Remember Dexters streak last year?! He treaded water once he got to the top, and won. Be afraid boys...
DexterRiley
06-02-13, 10:28 AM
Good to hear about Hosmer. I hate to see young busts.
i wouldn't quite go that far
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I dropped Teixeira because I thought and think Corey Hart will be worth more. Only so much room on a teams DL stretcher yknow. Teixeira hasnt maintained a .250 avg in at least two seasons and Hart should do better this year than last since the Brewers offense is more alive. Last year he did great.
My avg is a strength, has been all year, it can absorb Tex no fuss no muss.
dropping Teixeira= a mindboggling mood. So you keep him the entire time he doesn't play and all of a sudden cut him when he's back? Mindboggling.
Not quite true. I added Tex on May 16th. I've tried moving pitching for a big stick with no success, so switched gears and manned the DL watch.
dropping Teixeira= a mindboggling mood. So you keep him the entire time he doesn't play and all of a sudden cut him when he's back? Mindboggling.
Not quite true. I added Tex on May 16th. I've tried moving pitching for a big stick with no success, so switched gears and manned the DL watch.
Thank you Dexter.
Raul youve always seemed to be quick about making public observations on my moves, trades, etc... Teixeira was on waivers available to all for awhile. Im mind boggled that you have Pujols, Cargon, and Bautista and STILL cant muster putting a winning squad together. Stop taking up space and make a mark already. :)
Paul Goldschmidt is a beast. Grand slam last night was crushed. :D
Mike Fiers @ lowly Philly, and a hot shot Cardinal pitcher Tyler Lyons. Henh?! Yep I got my balls snipped. Im. Done. Streaming.
I dont know how I pulled off the miracle of 2011. I had a team halfway thru the year I traded away for some handpicked stars, then rode the waivers for streaking hitters, and streamed pitchers. I dont know if anyone else was doing it alot that year, but I was.
Since then streaming pitchers is like a drill set on slow speed going right into somewhere sensitive. Not a fun feeling when you gain 5 points on offense only to have -4 of that taken away for pitching deductions.
Ive got a great pitching foundation now, and need to just let it be. Its like I own a mercedes and I slap some redneck bumper sticker on it. Why stream?! The deductions will kill ya. Especially when you stream 3 different guys at a time for days :facepalm:
rauldc14
06-03-13, 11:28 PM
Thank you Dexter.
Raul youve always seemed to be quick about making public observations on my moves, trades, etc... Teixeira was on waivers available to all for awhile. Im mind boggled that you have Pujols, Cargon, and Bautista and STILL cant muster putting a winning squad together. Stop taking up space and make a mark already. :)
until I find a reliable pitching staff, unfortunately I may be stuck at the bottom. I've gotten my points up a bit only to see a starting pitcher go out and give it all back. I'm considering not starting pitchers with questionable matchups, but it's tough when I'm trying to catch up in K's. Wins I'm pretty much guaranteed last for.
My pitching is complete. I thankfully got Corey Kluber back who I shouldnt have dropped in the first place, and as long as he stays solid till Price gets back Ill never have a need to stream again.
Just standard 5x5 Roto. I'm definitely open to swapping average for OBP or SB for net steals, or Wins for Quality Starts or something, but it hasn't been proposed yet. We only switched from H2H last season.
Powdered Water's in the lead at the moment, with mikeython1 not too far behind.
If you're still around the site next year we can definitely find room. :)
who's in the lead for you guys?
Presently Powdered Water is winning with 102 points, then Mikeython with 97.5, and then a friend of Yodas named Tim at 90. Everyone else is bunched together 10 points or more behind that.
Just standard 5x5 Roto. I'm definitely open to swapping average for OBP or SB for net steals, or Wins for Quality Starts or something, but it hasn't been proposed yet. We only switched from H2H last season.
Powdered Water's in the lead at the moment, with mikeython1 not too far behind.
If you're still around the site next year we can definitely find room. :)
Uh, yeah. What he said.
ESPN is reporting (http://espn.go.com/espn/otl/story/_/id/9301536/major-league-baseball-suspend-20-players-including-alex-rodriguez-ryan-braun-part-miami-investigation) that about 20 MLB players could be suspended for PEDs based on their involvement with the Biogenesis clinic in Miami. Here are the names that ESPN mentions:
The players who might ultimately face discipline from MLB include: (Alex) Rodriguez, (Ryan) Braun, (Melky) Cabrera, Colon, Grandal, Nelson Cruz, Francisco Cervelli, Jesus Montero, Jhonny Peralta, Cesar Puello, Fernando Martinez, Everth Cabrera, Fautino de los Santos, Jordan Norberto, and a number of players who are either identified by code names or whose names appear in other documents not obtained by "Outside the Lines."
They speculate that Braun, A-Rod, and a few others could get 100 games suspensions because of prior offenses. So this could hit some fantasy teams pretty hard. Suspended players aren't eligible for DL spots, because I think they're listed at "N/A". Then again, we're already a third of the way through the season, so 100 games would pretty much be for the rest of the year.
Matt Moore just got totaled by the Detroit Tigers for 6 runs and yanked in bottom of the 3rd :facepalm: I hope our bullpens ready for this.
rauldc14
06-04-13, 11:34 PM
good grief. I know I had Tillman in my lineup, now all the sudden he pitches great and on my bench? That's my #1 beef with fantasy baseball.
Edit: I'm sure picking up Wil Myers yesterday reset my whole lineup, but I think it's stupid it does that.
Picking people up doesn't reset the lineup in and of itself. But if you set any days in advance those will "hold." The current lineup only stays in place indefinitely if you haven't done that.
rauldc14
06-04-13, 11:41 PM
confused.:p
Had Minor, Sanchez, and Peavy go last night. Expected a big day! :) Instead Peavy gets rung for 7 runs, goes out hurt, and I ended up -4.5 points. ooph! :sick:
Reality checks are for suck.
Oh God. Cueto--who's been predictably awesome since he returned from injury (and before, for that matter)--was just scratched from tonight's start.
Oh God. Cueto--who's been predictably awesome since he returned from injury (and before, for that matter)--was just scratched from tonight's start.
I think theyre just wanting to save him for St Louis friday.
I hope so, but juggling a rotation for matchup purposes outside of the end of a pennant race is pretty rare.
Well, just heard the news. Guess what? Yeah. You already know.
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:nope: You need some penicillin and an exorcist to get rid of this DL clap youre carrying. Dude I want you to send me Ben Zobrist right now! If he stay on your squad he'll get hit by a car or something!
Maybe I need to sacrifice him.
EXPIATION.
Of all the ways I thought Vinnie Pestano might hang onto the Cleveland closing job, Chris Perez being suspected of having drugs shipped to his house wasn't one of them.
DexterRiley
06-05-13, 09:29 PM
until I find a reliable pitching staff, unfortunately I may be stuck at the bottom. I've gotten my points up a bit only to see a starting pitcher go out and give it all back. I'm considering not starting pitchers with questionable matchups, but it's tough when I'm trying to catch up in K's. Wins I'm pretty much guaranteed last for.
I've been offering pieces of a reliable pitching staff for 2 months, for one of your heavy sticks. At some point u are going to have to give to get.
rauldc14
06-05-13, 09:33 PM
Dear Addison Reed,
you suck
Sincerely,
Disgruntled Fantasy Owner
DexterRiley
06-05-13, 09:38 PM
3 wins, 36K's and a 2.83 era, .80 Whip, not a bad day at the office.
rauldc14
06-05-13, 09:44 PM
I've been offering pieces of a reliable pitching staff for 2 months, for one of your heavy sticks. At some point u are going to have to give to get.
How is Cole Hamels and his 1-9 record with an ERA over 4 a reliable pitcher? I really want to have an explanation for this one? Seriously, can anybody give me an explanation?
DexterRiley
06-05-13, 10:14 PM
How is Cole Hamels and his 1-9 record with an ERA over 4 a reliable pitcher? I really want to have an explanation for this one? Seriously, can anybody give me an explanation?
how many times must i explain the same reality of hamels? how many times before u grasp how roto works?
How many games do u think Hamels will win this year? 12? 15? whatever the number is, that would be credited to u.
aside from W, Hamels for me, ME not the first 2 starts where he got shellacked and rob ate the Era, 11 Starts, in which he compiled 70 innings pitched(thats a healthy ration right thar. For perspective, CC Sabathia averaged 6.6 innings, and while he's pitched 10 innings more than Cole, he had compiled only 1 more K than Hamels 70. Now Rauld, how u doing in K's, i forget.
Roto is a needs based format. The sooner u get a handle on that, the sooner you will be on your way to a champeenship.
How is Cole Hamels and his 1-9 record with an ERA over 4 a reliable pitcher? I really want to have an explanation for this one? Seriously, can anybody give me an explanation?
Hows this one - If you dont get some pitching now, and that means even IF you have to overpay, then youll stay at the bottom regardless of Cargo, Pujols, and Bautista. That is fact.
I faced this and my conclusion is I want to win the league more than trade only when its a win-win for me. You still trade like a lil kid to where you dont want to give up anything, and cry when others receive in their trades.
Hamels is strong, but the Phillies cant hit a ball. My guess is you refused to give up Bautista for Hamels. Did you even counter? Dude, you got a team with 3 named stars. Thats a great foundation. I think you just dont have it in you to turn it into something. Youd be too concerned about the fairness and miss the golden ring of what you need.
rauldc14
06-05-13, 10:33 PM
how many times must i explain the same reality of hamels? how many times before u grasp how roto works?
How many games do u think Hamels will win this year? 12? 15? whatever the number is, that would be credited to u.
aside from W, Hamels for me, ME not the first 2 starts where he got shellacked and rob ate the Era, 11 Starts, in which he compiled 70 innings pitched(thats a healthy ration right thar. For perspective, CC Sabathia averaged 6.6 innings, and while he's pitched 10 innings more than Cole, he had compiled only 1 more K than Hamels 70. Now Rauld, how u doing in K's, i forget.
Roto is a needs based format. The sooner u get a handle on that, the sooner you will be on your way to a champeenship.
I'm not saying my pitching is better than you, but it's a shame to think that you are a lock for tops of the leaderboard in K's when you're almost 100+ over the innings limit.
C.C. vs. Hamels isn't a good indicator because, C.C. is playing like crap. Hamels isn't a #1 pitcher, and neither is C.C.
rauldc14
06-05-13, 10:35 PM
Hows this one - If you dont get some pitching now, and that means even IF you have to overpay, then youll stay at the bottom regardless of Cargo, Pujols, and Bautista. That is fact.
I faced this and my conclusion is I want to win the league more than trade only when its a win-win for me. You still trade like a lil kid to where you dont want to give up anything, and cry when others receive in their trades.
Hamels is strong, but the Phillies cant hit a ball. My guess is you refused to give up Bautista for Hamels. Did you even counter? Dude, you got a team with 3 named stars. Thats a great foundation. I think you just dont have it in you to turn it into something. Youd be too concerned about the fairness and miss the golden ring of what you need.
So you are honestly telling me that Bautista for Hamels is a fair trade? That's a joke. What starter is it on his team that I should rush to get rid of Bautista or Cargo for (since, that's who he's been trying to get). I'm not trading away top 5 talent (Cargo) or even top 40 talent (Bautista) for a mid tier 2 pitcher (which is the highest grade I would give any pitcher on his staff).
No doubt I need pitching, but not for deals like that.
I was gonna come in here earlier to grin about how Tulo was 4 for 4 with a home run, but I waited and now he's 5 for 5 with two home runs. 3 runs, 3 RBIs. Yowza.
So you are honestly telling me that Bautista for Hamels is a fair trade? That's a joke. What starter is it on his team that I should rush to get rid of Bautista or Cargo for (since, that's who he's been trying to get). I'm not trading away top 5 talent (Cargo) or even top 40 talent (Bautista) for a mid tier 2 pitcher (which is the highest grade I would give any pitcher on his staff).
No doubt I need pitching, but not for deals like that.
Can you comprehend a 2 for 1? You could turn 3 names into 6 steady earners. Not iffy players but actual point gainers. You could turn Cargo into a solid SP and a strong OF. Same with Bautista. I think Pujols would still be worth at least 1 ace pitcher, but prob not a batter too. Then you have depth. That advice could apply to Dex too as his squad looks like "Ryan Braun and his little super friends". Anyway I guess thats what I would do, just my 2 cents on it.
DexterRiley
06-06-13, 02:14 AM
So you are honestly telling me that Bautista for Hamels is a fair trade? That's a joke. What starter is it on his team that I should rush to get rid of Bautista or Cargo for (since, that's who he's been trying to get). I'm not trading away top 5 talent (Cargo) or even top 40 talent (Bautista) for a mid tier 2 pitcher (which is the highest grade I would give any pitcher on his staff).
No doubt I need pitching, but not for deals like that.
but then u also require serious help at 3B and SS, where i happen to be flush. And u need help in BA, where im also awesome. oh and your Saves, yeah i just happen to have the top closer in all of baseball atm.
u make it sound like im offering hamels straight up, when in point of fact ive sent 3 for 1 offers that adress 3 super needs, while u wouildnt miss the homers, Ribbies going the other way.
rauldc14
06-06-13, 02:03 PM
Ok, I'm digging up the archives for everyone to see these fair offers that you have sent my way. The only fair ones were the ones that included Braun, and most of those had CarGon AND Bautista in the deal.
C'mon, guys; let's make sure the ribbing is still in relatively good fun, yeah? :)
? I didnt think I went over the line, but I apologize to Raul if his feelings were hurt. Im sorry Raul :)
Speaking of apologies...just a big "Im sorry" to the league for my overactive move count. Ive been streaming pitchers like mad, and trying to sift thru the streaky vs the steadies in hitting. I dont mean to aggravate, but I probably did. Now that Im broken of streaming :yup: things should settle, and should settle more when my DL gang gets well.
Im slowly getting to Yoda level proportions with injuries :eek: Got 7 on the mend, but one of them I knew going in (Grandy). Make no mistake, if it gets worse Ill drop em fast. -fingers crossed smiley-
Yeah, you're on pace to shatter the league record for transactions. Which is held by you.
Giancarlo Stanton Could Return Monday
http://fantasynews.cbssports.com/fantasybaseball/players/playerpage/1630093/giancarlo-stanton
Carlos Gonzalez exits with ankle injury
http://fantasynews.cbssports.com/fantasybaseball/players/playerpage/1103728/carlos-gonzalez
Zoinks! That's gotta hurt... He was an absolute monster lately, too.
Actually theyre saying now its his knee. Strange how someone so young gets injured so seriously year in and year out.
Powdered Water
06-08-13, 11:06 PM
I was toying with the idea of picking up a player this morning. And when I get home I that TONGO has already picked him up and subsequently dropped him at least twice already. I'm not sure if that's good or bad.
I was toying with the idea of picking up a player this morning. And when I get home I that TONGO has already picked him up and subsequently dropped him at least twice already. I'm not sure if that's good or bad.
Ive been shopping Kelly Johnson around and decided to get some 2B backup instead. Do they call Nick Franklin in Seattle "Edmundo"? Sometimes Yahoo has had his name as Edmundo Franklin, go figure.
Powdered Water
06-09-13, 12:09 AM
I have no idea if Edmundo is his real name or not. I've only heard him go by Nick.
Ogando came off the
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He made one start. It was good. Now, he's right back on the
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That's the second time I've waited for a dude to come off the DL and he's pitched 1 or 2 starts and gone right back on. Oy.
Should be getting Stanton back in a few days, though, and Austin Jackson next week. When that happens I'll actually probably need to deal someone, because I'll have a glut of startable hitters.
Powdered Water
06-09-13, 02:17 PM
Stupid Yahoo, they're a little slow on the uptake this morning. Was thinking about slotting Morrison in today as he's off the DL, but I can't yet.
You can put DL players on your active roster.
Powdered Water
06-09-13, 02:22 PM
Well then, I'm not sure why it won't let me.
Powdered Water
06-09-13, 02:23 PM
Oh, maybe Morrison's game has already started, even though it shows him as an eligible player to move, he really isn't.
League Report 6/9/13
This is a pretty intense season so far, and theres been waaaaay more activity overall than any season of football or baseball that I can remember. Whoever wins it this year will and should be proud.
Frightened Inmate, and SYJ have been steady, smart, and involved. Adam and Tim have been exceptionally active (taste of victory will do that). I think Tims made more trades than waiver pick ups. Powdered Water may FINALLY have his championship crew! He's wise to avoid all trading now because if it aint broke, dont fix it.
Dexters season has been gawd-awful, and Rauls too but theyre both trying still and its a long season. I started last place, and stayed last place for a good 3 weeks. Marks Dodgers have been having trouble, and I guess hes kicking himself for the first time not going pitching heavy in the draft.
Thankfully Mikey is struggling with pitching because his offense is the mightiest in the league. Yodas been touched by the DL Fairys' wand so many times if the season were longer he'd have a death count.
Dionnes Kinkys have been quiet, and I think Mikes Clockwork will emerge at any time. Seasons still young, but the 3 biggies (Suicide Squeeze, Done & Dunn, and Russell Wilson 9) have stayed ahead of the rest of us for at least 3 weeks now. Can any of the rest us get past 85 points?!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQW7Q305z6o
14. Dodgers (Mark F) 60 Points
Mark needs some closers, some average, and some ribbies badly. After the first round in the draft it seems the rest of his players disappointed him. I feel though Mark has a strong baseball mind, hasnt quit, and will get out of the basement.
Mike Trout has been the brightest star on his squad and the league. Trout is for real, and no Mark aint trading him. :nope:
http://throughthefencebaseball.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/Trout-Sub.jpg
13. Kinky K's (Dionne) 61 Points
Dionne also needs some closers real bad, but everywhere else his lack of production looks fixable. His move count is so low, and not being blessed like Tim was in the draft, hasnt helped his teams plight any. Albert Pujols has one of the most chronic production affecting injuries with his plantar flexor, and so Dionne never got the benefit of a 1st round draft picks production. Albertts now on the Crackerjacks.
Adrian Beltre has been his steadiest earner. Beltres been strong all season, and is killing-it right now. Past 30 days he's earned 11th most overall points.
http://www3.pictures.zimbio.com/gi/Adrian+Beltre+Texas+Rangers+v+New+York+Yankees+-zbEh2XEhAql.jpg
11. Peanuts&Crackerjacks (Dustin) 63 Points
Dustin has done a great job for himself this season in trading. He drafted Kemp #1 overall, and due to my....nevermind, he now has Cargo, from the Kinkys' Pujols, Bautista from Adam, Shelby Miller, Encarnacions been solid for him, and on top of it all he just got Domonic Brown!! :eek: Has the karma dam finally burst for the better with Raul?!
Problem is this is all based on 10 categories for points, not 5. Crackerjacks pitching is horrible. So for now his team wont be championship bound. If Dustin fixes it he can win the whole dang thing :yup:
Hes gained better earners then Encarnacion, but Edwin was Rauls #2 pick, and has been solid & stellar throughout.
http://gifs.houseofthebluebird.com/wp-content/uploads/Edwin500LevelHRTrexTrot.gif
But why does he do that with his arm when he runs?! Someone tell me!
10. Freedonis Ducks (Chris B) 63.5 Points
We all know the story here already. Never seen a DL plague so consume a team, and so steadily. This is surpassing Raul epic proportions, but we cant label the Ducks off that bad unless it keeps up all season. Theres no advice here, but to just hope and pray no more go down.
Troy Tulowitzki has been Yodas big earner. Gotten the last turn in the 1st, Tulo has been as good as he ever was.
9. Clockwork Angels (Mike/Sedai) 66 Points
Mikes team started strong, and then his bad pitching caught up with him. Even though he's struggling now I notice some of the best players on his squad are all Red Sox. So he's probably having a good time anyway. If Matt Kemp can return and regain his old form then the Clockwork Angels have another shot at a resurgence.
A brief pause as I speak to Mike directly - FFS! DROP IAN KENNEDY!!! :laugh:
Big Papi has been the Clockwork Angels #1 earner. Papis been a rock the last 2 seasons, and the only thing that can hold Ortiz back is Ortizs' health. So far so good.
http://media.hamptonroads.com/cache/files/images/1069511.jpg
8. Defending Champeens (Tim/Dexter) 68 Points
Ryan Braun, and everyone else. Presently Dexter is gradually fighting his way out of the doghouse. He knows how to ride the waivers so his return to the top half is inevitable. It doesnt look pretty, there arent alot of trading options, but he will get better. Diligence.
Yes Ryan Braun is Tims #1 earner. Hopefully there will be no more hubbub on that PED report to..............whats this?! Braun actually isnt the highest ranked earner from the draft?! Who is it then?!
His name is Jason Grilli. Closer for the Pittsburgh Pirates, and acquired in the 13th round.
7. Quickie Marte (Adam) 78 Points
Looking at Adams roster he seems he should be ranked higher. Leading the league in home runs, and 3rd in Runs & Ribbies. Incredibly bad pitching is his downfall, and like Raul its on his shoulders to fill that hole in the dam. Having a team unbalanced will keep you stagnant as the deductions from pitching have overcome the benefits of his hitting.
So has anyone heard of that new guy thats leading all of baseball in home runs?! Chris Davis was drafted in round 9, and seems to be the new Pujols of this season.
http://cdn0.sbnation.com/imported_assets/1559023/Chris-Davis-I-Dont-Always-Hit-Home-Runs.jpg
6. The Loose Seals (Patrick/Frightened Inmate #2) 79 Points
This poor team is offensively challenged and needs a closer. Patricks done a solid job managing them, but does need to work the waivers as theres alot available that can offer improvement. Choo started strong then cooled, and Suzuki aint what he used to be.
Who is his top earner? Not Choo, not Ryan Zimmermann, not even Clayton Kershaw! :eek:
Clay "would you frickin believe it" Buchholz, gotten in ROUND 19 OF THE DRAFT! HOOOOOLLLLEEER! Love that new talent :), but yuck I hate Buchholz cause hes one of those pitchers that just stands there, and does nothing. Nothing! He just stands there as all of planet earth waits for him to move! Infuriating! Dont get me started....
http://www2.pictures.zimbio.com/gi/Clay+Buchholz+Houston+Astros+v+Boston+Red+PhjGI8qx_HZl.jpg
5. The Bad News Bears (Rob/TONGO) 80 Points
I had a crap draft, and was in last for a loooong time. After almost a month I started to surge some. Then of course I did what I usually do, and shot my own team in the foot.
Now due to the dreaded DL clap affecting my own roster, an atrocious run where I killed myself streaming pitchers, and nobody interested in my Kelly Johnson/Travis Wood package, Im forced to sit and wait. Hope my guys heal, and play good when they return. Not really much else to say.
My #1 earner is not Evan Longoria. Btw I like Evan Longoria :) My #1 earner is leading steals in all of baseball, batting .300, is involved in the PED scandal :(, and I got him round 15. His names Everth Cabrera.
4. Fightin' Fontenots (Scott/syj) 81.5 Points
The Fightin' Fontenots are contenders. Weak in stolen bases, wins, and K's, and all 3 are some of the easiest problems to correct. Leads the league overall in Ribbies and Saves. The FF's have a great balance between hitting and pitching. Scott has been a great owner, involved, and took to the league like putting on an old shoe.
Gotten in the 10th round Matt Harvey has been spectacular, and thats with a horrible ball team like the Mets to count on for runs scored.
http://pixel.nymag.com/imgs/daily/intelligencer/2013/05/08/08-matt-harvey.o.jpg/a_560x375.jpg
Btw, Matt Harveys tough! See him pitching with that busted nose?! You wouldnt knock a duracell battery off that shoulder. :nope:
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Now the big 3
3. Suicide Squeeze (Tim) 82.5 Points
Well he had a good run. Now only one point separating him from 3rd to 4th, the past few weeks has cooled the former frontrunner, and Tims Squeeze success is solely dependent if Tim will work the waivers or not. I was starting to wonder if he was gonna win the whole league with less than 10 moves total throughout the season.
Though McCutchen has done well for him the big surprise this year, and top earner for the Squeeze is Paul Goldschmidt.
http://l.yimg.com/j/assets/p/sp/editorial_image/d8/d894a55ebcd97e7d42d659a7deb4f023/home_run_derby_special_paul_goldschmidt_edition.jpg
2. Done and Dunn (Mikey) 101 Points
Mikey needs someone that can steal bases. Thats all Mikey needs. 2nd place overall in Runs, Ribbies, and Whip. 3rd place in K's, and Saves. Mikeys Done is a solid piece o' business. On top of all else Mikey landed what may be the best waiver grab this season, or for the past 5 years - Yasiel Puig! No he wont trade him.
Miguel Cabrera. Saying anything more would be redundant.
http://sportsinreview.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Miguel-Cabrera.jpg
Whose roster could possibly top Mikeys Done and Dunns?!
1. The Russell Wilson 9 (Chris/Powdered Water) 103.5 Points
Finally PW has come to frontrunner land! This is no fluke.
#1 overall in ERA & Whip (thats huge), 3rd in stolen bases, 4th in Runs, and 5th in Homers, Ribbies, Avg., and Wins. He needs a closer.....let me rephrase, he should get another closer because PWs 9 doesnt "need" much of a dayum thang.
His homer urges have guided him well. The Mariners arent a joke ballclub anymore, and Chris PW has got the cream of Seattles crop. Though his #1 earner overall is not Felix Hernandez, but someone I didnt even know existed that he drafted in round 19. One of the best new talents to explode onto the MLB scene, Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Jean Segura.
http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/files/2013/04/Milwaukee-Brewers%E2%80%99-Jean-Segura-Off-To-Incredible-Start-On-Offense.jpg
Whew. Only one thing left to say.
Play ball!!!
Powdered Water
06-09-13, 07:09 PM
I encourage any post that discusses my greatness.
Cool post. Great work TONGs. :)
Stanton's back. Thank goodness.
rauldc14
06-10-13, 11:19 PM
You are 100% right Tongs. I do need to find pitching, hopefully Tony Cingrani can stick this time. But Sabathia and Weaver (DL'ed and I eventually got fed up), have bit me hard.
Yoda, I hope Stanton can now start producing.
http://tbo.com/storyimage/TB/20130428/ARTICLE/304279911/AR/0/AR-304279911.jpg&MaxH=337
Great game tonight with the Red Sox at Tropicana Field vs the Rays!
My first game with Alex Cobb on my staff. I paid top dollar for him, and happily. So top of the first, and the Red Sox opened a clinic on "Hitting at will". It was nonstop hitting from the BoSox until they had 6 runs with no outs! :eek:
Cobb eventually stopped them there, then Joyce & Longo both hit solo homers. As the game wore on we were holding them, Cobb had to leave after 4 innings, and our relievers stepped up. We tied the game up 6-6 bottom of the ninth.
Then the top of the tenth BoSox get 2 runs. :( Bottom of the tenth we gain 2 runs! :) Presently its going into the 12 inning tied at 8-8....
Edit in - An observation for those that dont know. Whenever we play the Yankees or Red Sox here at the Trop there just as many fans to the opposing side. A necessary pill to swallow cause were a young club in a vacation/retirement state. They did a poll in Florida and the most popular team statewide is the New York Yankees. Second is the Red Sox, then Rays, and then Marlins. Yuck! :sick:
Edit in again - Now theyre going into the 14th....
Last edit - Damn it we lost 10-8. Just as well because our 2nd baseman Ryan Roberts was warming up in the bullpen. I wonder what Boston wouldve done to him, eh?
Guess who's got two thumbs and is going to see Gerrit Cole's major league debut tonight? This guy.
Guess who sat Guthrie vs the powerhouse Detroit line up last night?
Guess who held the tigers to 1 run last night?
*Punches self in face*
I just can not make the right calls this season. I mean...Guthrie???
RE: Kennedy. There has never been any confusion here, and I have not been playing this guy for his last few starts. The funny thing is that I have dropped him SIX times already...I have lined him up for waiver grabs SIX times in the last few weeks, but I ALWAYS change my mind, cancel the waiver claim (usually on some sub for my offense or a DL stash), and the clown remains on my bench. I have also missed two claims I let go through, because I lost the claim due to waiver order. Kennedy was going to be dropped both times.
The guy is like a piece of chewed gum stuck to my shoe. I just can't get rid of him!
Tongs - your post acts like I am playing him and not seeing he is bad. I haven't played him in over a month. I have tried to drop him - believe me! I will succeed soon... I know, I can just DROP him, and leave an empty slot, but then poor Matt Kemp would get lonely on the bench. ;)
Meanwhile, the guy is locked into yet another waiver drop situation right now, so we shall see if he finally vanishes from my roster!
Good to hear about Kennedy. Yeah I have the same problems with streaming like you do with when to bench or play pitchers.
Ian Kennedy sucks. Just a terrible arm at this point.
Ian Kennedy sucks. Just a terrible arm at this point.
https://i.chzbgr.com/maxW500/1735006464/hF810C3E5/
Great post Tongo. That's a really comprehensive recap and must have taken a ton of work.
I really do need to make up ground in wins and K's. I'm 137 innings under the pace right now, so I mainly need quantity right now (I'll take quality too if I can get it). In terms of offense, Aybar is killing me right now. I have him mainly for steals, but he has one steal in four attempts when he usually steals 20+ bases at a high rate. I know he was injured, but that's awful. I don't have much choice but to keep running him out there and hope he turns it around. I guess I'll look around and see if someone has a decent extra SS, if that exists.
League Report 6/9/13
This is a pretty intense season so far, and theres been waaaaay more activity overall than any season of football or baseball that I can remember. Whoever wins it this year will and should be proud.
Frightened Inmate, and SYJ have been steady, smart, and involved. Adam and Tim have been exceptionally active (taste of victory will do that). I think Tims made more trades than waiver pick ups. Powdered Water may FINALLY have his championship crew! He's wise to avoid all trading now because if it aint broke, dont fix it.
Dexters season has been gawd-awful, and Rauls too but theyre both trying still and its a long season. I started last place, and stayed last place for a good 3 weeks. Marks Dodgers have been having trouble, and I guess hes kicking himself for the first time not going pitching heavy in the draft.
Thankfully Mikey is struggling with pitching because his offense is the mightiest in the league. Yodas been touched by the DL Fairys' wand so many times if the season were longer he'd have a death count.
Dionnes Kinkys have been quiet, and I think Mikes Clockwork will emerge at any time. Seasons still young, but the 3 biggies (Suicide Squeeze, Done & Dunn, and Russell Wilson 9) have stayed ahead of the rest of us for at least 3 weeks now. Can any of the rest us get past 85 points?!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQW7Q305z6o
14. Dodgers (Mark F) 60 Points
Mark needs some closers, some average, and some ribbies badly. After the first round in the draft it seems the rest of his players disappointed him. I feel though Mark has a strong baseball mind, hasnt quit, and will get out of the basement.
Mike Trout has been the brightest star on his squad and the league. Trout is for real, and no Mark aint trading him. :nope:
http://throughthefencebaseball.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/Trout-Sub.jpg
13. Kinky K's (Dionne) 61 Points
Dionne also needs some closers real bad, but everywhere else his lack of production looks fixable. His move count is so low, and not being blessed like Tim was in the draft, hasnt helped his teams plight any. Albert Pujols has one of the most chronic production affecting injuries with his plantar flexor, and so Dionne never got the benefit of a 1st round draft picks production. Albertts now on the Crackerjacks.
Adrian Beltre has been his steadiest earner. Beltres been strong all season, and is killing-it right now. Past 30 days he's earned 11th most overall points.
http://www3.pictures.zimbio.com/gi/Adrian+Beltre+Texas+Rangers+v+New+York+Yankees+-zbEh2XEhAql.jpg
11. Peanuts&Crackerjacks (Dustin) 63 Points
Dustin has done a great job for himself this season in trading. He drafted Kemp #1 overall, and due to my....nevermind, he now has Cargo, from the Kinkys' Pujols, Bautista from Adam, Shelby Miller, Encarnacions been solid for him, and on top of it all he just got Domonic Brown!! :eek: Has the karma dam finally burst for the better with Raul?!
Problem is this is all based on 10 categories for points, not 5. Crackerjacks pitching is horrible. So for now his team wont be championship bound. If Dustin fixes it he can win the whole dang thing :yup:
Hes gained better earners then Encarnacion, but Edwin was Rauls #2 pick, and has been solid & stellar throughout.
http://gifs.houseofthebluebird.com/wp-content/uploads/Edwin500LevelHRTrexTrot.gif
But why does he do that with his arm when he runs?! Someone tell me!
10. Freedonis Ducks (Chris B) 63.5 Points
We all know the story here already. Never seen a DL plague so consume a team, and so steadily. This is surpassing Raul epic proportions, but we cant label the Ducks off that bad unless it keeps up all season. Theres no advice here, but to just hope and pray no more go down.
Troy Tulowitzki has been Yodas big earner. Gotten the last turn in the 1st, Tulo has been as good as he ever was.
9. Clockwork Angels (Mike/Sedai) 66 Points
Mikes team started strong, and then his bad pitching caught up with him. Even though he's struggling now I notice some of the best players on his squad are all Red Sox. So he's probably having a good time anyway. If Matt Kemp can return and regain his old form then the Clockwork Angels have another shot at a resurgence.
A brief pause as I speak to Mike directly - FFS! DROP IAN KENNEDY!!! :laugh:
Big Papi has been the Clockwork Angels #1 earner. Papis been a rock the last 2 seasons, and the only thing that can hold Ortiz back is Ortizs' health. So far so good.
http://media.hamptonroads.com/cache/files/images/1069511.jpg
8. Defending Champeens (Tim/Dexter) 68 Points
Ryan Braun, and everyone else. Presently Dexter is gradually fighting his way out of the doghouse. He knows how to ride the waivers so his return to the top half is inevitable. It doesnt look pretty, there arent alot of trading options, but he will get better. Diligence.
Yes Ryan Braun is Tims #1 earner. Hopefully there will be no more hubbub on that PED report to..............whats this?! Braun actually isnt the highest ranked earner from the draft?! Who is it then?!
His name is Jason Grilli. Closer for the Pittsburgh Pirates, and acquired in the 13th round.
7. Quickie Marte (Adam) 78 Points
Looking at Adams roster he seems he should be ranked higher. Leading the league in home runs, and 3rd in Runs & Ribbies. Incredibly bad pitching is his downfall, and like Raul its on his shoulders to fill that hole in the dam. Having a team unbalanced will keep you stagnant as the deductions from pitching have overcome the benefits of his hitting.
So has anyone heard of that new guy thats leading all of baseball in home runs?! Chris Davis was drafted in round 9, and seems to be the new Pujols of this season.
http://cdn0.sbnation.com/imported_assets/1559023/Chris-Davis-I-Dont-Always-Hit-Home-Runs.jpg
6. The Loose Seals (Patrick/Frightened Inmate #2) 79 Points
This poor team is offensively challenged and needs a closer. Patricks done a solid job managing them, but does need to work the waivers as theres alot available that can offer improvement. Choo started strong then cooled, and Suzuki aint what he used to be.
Who is his top earner? Not Choo, not Ryan Zimmermann, not even Clayton Kershaw! :eek:
Clay "would you frickin believe it" Buchholz, gotten in ROUND 19 OF THE DRAFT! HOOOOOLLLLEEER! Love that new talent :), but yuck I hate Buchholz cause hes one of those pitchers that just stands there, and does nothing. Nothing! He just stands there as all of planet earth waits for him to move! Infuriating! Dont get me started....
http://www2.pictures.zimbio.com/gi/Clay+Buchholz+Houston+Astros+v+Boston+Red+PhjGI8qx_HZl.jpg
5. The Bad News Bears (Rob/TONGO) 80 Points
I had a crap draft, and was in last for a loooong time. After almost a month I started to surge some. Then of course I did what I usually do, and shot my own team in the foot.
Now due to the dreaded DL clap affecting my own roster, an atrocious run where I killed myself streaming pitchers, and nobody interested in my Kelly Johnson/Travis Wood package, Im forced to sit and wait. Hope my guys heal, and play good when they return. Not really much else to say.
My #1 earner is not Evan Longoria. Btw I like Evan Longoria :) My #1 earner is leading steals in all of baseball, batting .300, is involved in the PED scandal :(, and I got him round 15. His names Everth Cabrera.
4. Fightin' Fontenots (Scott/syj) 81.5 Points
The Fightin' Fontenots are contenders. Weak in stolen bases, wins, and K's, and all 3 are some of the easiest problems to correct. Leads the league overall in Ribbies and Saves. The FF's have a great balance between hitting and pitching. Scott has been a great owner, involved, and took to the league like putting on an old shoe.
Gotten in the 10th round Matt Harvey has been spectacular, and thats with a horrible ball team like the Mets to count on for runs scored.
http://pixel.nymag.com/imgs/daily/intelligencer/2013/05/08/08-matt-harvey.o.jpg/a_560x375.jpg
Btw, Matt Harveys tough! See him pitching with that busted nose?! You wouldnt knock a duracell battery off that shoulder. :nope:
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Now the big 3
3. Suicide Squeeze (Tim) 82.5 Points
Well he had a good run. Now only one point separating him from 3rd to 4th, the past few weeks has cooled the former frontrunner, and Tims Squeeze success is solely dependent if Tim will work the waivers or not. I was starting to wonder if he was gonna win the whole league with less than 10 moves total throughout the season.
Though McCutchen has done well for him the big surprise this year, and top earner for the Squeeze is Paul Goldschmidt.
http://l.yimg.com/j/assets/p/sp/editorial_image/d8/d894a55ebcd97e7d42d659a7deb4f023/home_run_derby_special_paul_goldschmidt_edition.jpg
2. Done and Dunn (Mikey) 101 Points
Mikey needs someone that can steal bases. Thats all Mikey needs. 2nd place overall in Runs, Ribbies, and Whip. 3rd place in K's, and Saves. Mikeys Done is a solid piece o' business. On top of all else Mikey landed what may be the best waiver grab this season, or for the past 5 years - Yasiel Puig! No he wont trade him.
Miguel Cabrera. Saying anything more would be redundant.
http://sportsinreview.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Miguel-Cabrera.jpg
Whose roster could possibly top Mikeys Done and Dunns?!
1. The Russell Wilson 9 (Chris/Powdered Water) 103.5 Points
Finally PW has come to frontrunner land! This is no fluke.
#1 overall in ERA & Whip (thats huge), 3rd in stolen bases, 4th in Runs, and 5th in Homers, Ribbies, Avg., and Wins. He needs a closer.....let me rephrase, he should get another closer because PWs 9 doesnt "need" much of a dayum thang.
His homer urges have guided him well. The Mariners arent a joke ballclub anymore, and Chris PW has got the cream of Seattles crop. Though his #1 earner overall is not Felix Hernandez, but someone I didnt even know existed that he drafted in round 19. One of the best new talents to explode onto the MLB scene, Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Jean Segura.
http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/files/2013/04/Milwaukee-Brewers%E2%80%99-Jean-Segura-Off-To-Incredible-Start-On-Offense.jpg
Whew. Only one thing left to say.
Not wanting to quote myself, but just wanted to make sure everyone saw it now that were on the next page.
Powdered Water
06-11-13, 11:43 PM
Newly arrived Mike Zunino has been seen sporting a number 3 on his person. Russell Wilson wears number 3. Need I say more?
The big brawl from last nights Dodgers/Diamondbacks game...
http://msn.foxsports.com/mlb/story/mark-mcgwire-don-mattingly-kirk-gibson-alan-trammell-matt-williams-los-angeles-dodgers-arizona-dbacks-brawl-061213
Yep, more dickish behavior from people on my roster. I, yet again, have Kennedy lined up for a waiver claim. I will never roster that ******* again.
rauldc14
06-12-13, 01:16 PM
I may "Kennedy" C.C. Sabathia. Guy is killing me, especially after Cingrani and Gonzalez both throw great games, C.C. gives it back.
I'd take trade offers but nobody wants this fool in giving up nothing more than I could find on the waiver wire itself.
Powdered Water
06-12-13, 11:42 PM
I'll be happy to take Sabathia off your hands. Do you need peanuts? I got hella peanuts over here.
Ugh! Well it looks like my Corey Hart call wont pan out. He will be out till after the all-star break. By then Ill have Moreland, and have Blanks now already so not in need of a 1B that bad.
Speaking of the disabled list....
http://fantasynews.cbssports.com/fantasybaseball/players/playerpage/589256/troy-tulowitzki
That would really be the capper, wouldn't it?
I kinda made peace with Tulo's bumps and bruises earlier. They're resting him more often this year, but the result has been relative health and the best hitting of his career--by a wide margin. He's on pace for career highs in basically every major offensive category, even in something like 140 games. I'll take it.
Dang Yoda. Damn I don't even know what to say to you. Easily the worst one you've had yet.
rauldc14
06-14-13, 12:06 AM
At least Rutledge will be back. :p All kidding aside, that's a killer injury man.
Powdered Water
06-14-13, 01:44 AM
The DL is awesome.
I'm having dreams about a giant red DL chasing me.
I'm not sure what it means.
I might be getting some good news on my DL front thankfully.....
"Thu, Jun 13Rays manager Joe Maddon indicated that David Price (triceps) could return sooner than expected after an impressive showing in a 54-pitch simulated game Thursday.
Advice: "He's actually exceeding expectations a little bit," Maddon said. "I thought he could have pitched today in an actual game. He's accelerated; there's no question. I just have to sit down and talk with everybody before I give you guys bad information. I just saw a guy who was a lot further along than we thought." The Rays originally figured on Price making three rehab starts, but it sound like he won't need that many. He's expected to begin a rehab assignment early next week.
More: Rays.mlb.com" (http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130613&content_id=50550606¬ebook_id=50555034&vkey=notebook_tb&c_id=tb)(Rotoworld.com)"
Good :)
More DL evilness.....
Fri, Jun 14Evan Longoria is dealing with plantar fasciitis in his right foot.
Advice: Longoria will serve as the DH on Friday, and there's a chance he could stay there throughout the weekend series against the Royals. Monitor the situation closely in fantasy leagues.
More: Marc Topkin on Twitter (https://twitter.com/TBTimes_Rays/status/345641503005241344)
(Rotoworld.com)
Bad :facepalm:
Yeah, ouch. But it's good that it seems to be less debilitating in baseball than it is in football, if he can still DH and all.
Meanwhile, Bumgarner had a perfect game going through 4.2 innings, but walked B.J. Upton. Struck out the next guy, though, so he still hasn't given up a hit, and he's struck out 8.
Bumgarner ended up with a stellar start, and so did Fernandez. Big day for the Ducks. Hope we can keep it up sans Tulo; it'll help that Austin Jackson's back, and Cueto should follow tomorrow. All the way down to two players on the DL, since I released one. :rolleyes:
Oh, Ryan Braun to the DL.
Star players are dropping like flies this year.
Since coming back Stanton's 8 for 19 with 7 RBIs and 2 bombs. Whew. That's a relief.
If it wasnt for the fact he was writhing in pain I woulda thought he was dead.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29KqKKhgn_E
Thankfully even though there was still some blood leaking from his ear, Alex Cobb just suffered a mild concussion. That in itselfs amazing cause the ball nailed him flush and bounced back to Lobaton. Scary stuff.
Powdered Water
06-15-13, 11:52 PM
I took a ball in the nose (with my glasses on, no less) full on at first base in little league. I never played again. It amazes me how these guys get hit and continue to play.
Man one to the nose will mess you up cause theres that automatic cry reflex which cant be controlled, and then theres the blood.
I remember one line drive I took. It was in little league, and I was plating shallow left. He hit a liner that went right to my throat. It hurt, but not as much as I was scared from the other kids and parents freaking out.
Sometimes it looks worse than what it is. Sometimes its much worse than what it looked, like when Dale Earnhardt died. Ive seen fender benders on the street that had more impact than that.
Line drive injuries seem to be prominent at Tropicana Field. Last year we had 2 pitchers hit, Niemann who had his season end with a broken leg, and in the same week Hellickson got hit in the ankle sending him to the DL. This year JA Happ went down with a shot to the head, and that was scarier than Cobbs headshot because Happ wasnt moving whatsoever. I really hope there isnt another. Whoever can design a lightweight helmet that doesnt obstruct vision should make a mint.
DexterRiley
06-16-13, 07:23 PM
Oh, Ryan Braun to the DL.
Star players are dropping like flies this year.
just u considering to trade for him was enuff for the hex to work its mojo.
just u considering to trade for him was enuff for the hex to work its mojo.
Ha! Good point.
Meanwhile, the Bucs win again. Their .594 winning percentage would put them in first place in any other division in baseball. But in the NL Central, it's good for just third. The three top teams in baseball are all in the same division right now.
Oy.
As the Pirates pitching improves, their win count becomes less flukey/streaky, and now y'all are in the hunt. Last year the only pitcher I heard about was McDonald. Oh the times have changed, and on top of the other guys stepping up ...Francisco Liriano is having a career year. Could be interesting.
Rasmus has hit a home run almost every day since I picked him up...
Powdered Water
06-17-13, 12:09 AM
I love that. That Gattis kid for the Braves hit three or four right after I found him on the wire too.
Had to pos rep the waiver gem finders. I love them waiver gems :) which explains why my move count looks like a zip code.
Speaking of waivers, Im constructing a pitching crew! I think this is gonna get ugly :facepalm:
Hector Santiago
Bud Norris (If someone announced Bud Norris was one of their pitchers I'd think "Oh the poor bastard")
Esmil Rogers (Who?!)
Alfredo Figaro (His parents were an opera singer and a chef :laugh: I love baseball players names)
Tyler Chatwood (They say, the experts, that Chatwood is smoke and mirrors, and his low era cant last)
....and my current #1 ace - Rick Porcello! His next opponents Baltimore DOH!
Its all allright cause I signed up for this trading away my 2 aces for Goldy & Posey. I dont even have to look and Im sure my era & whip are the lowest in the league. This will be ugly, but if it all turns with this pitching staff.......
Porcello is top 10 in June...
rauldc14
06-17-13, 02:40 PM
Domonic Brown is my favorite wire gem. Then Ervin Santana. Hope my favorite will be Wil Myers.
Porcello is top 10 in June...
Yeah hes been golden, but Baltimores still Baltimore.
Just picked up Vargas again. He was awesome for me and then had a crap month. THEY SAY he will have a good two games coming up.
I drafted Vargas. His first three starts were lousy and then the Angels skipped him for a start. I had some injuries so I dropped him. Then he went 5-0 in May and was named AL pitcher of the month. I could have picked him up from waivers but didn't.
I drafted Vargas. His first three starts were lousy and then the Angels skipped him for a start. I had some injuries so I dropped him. Then he went 5-0 in May and was named AL pitcher of the month. I could have picked him up from waivers but didn't.
Well I decided not to go with him after all. Might run with 5 starters for now. Vargas has been having an awful month to the point I shouldnt assume he will rebound since hes pitching at home.
Ok final product!
Rick Porcello
Jason Vargas (should be good for 2 starts)
Bud Norris
Jordan Lyles (Like Bud hes from Houston but is supposed to be an incredible rookie)
Mark Buerhle
Chris Archer who has looked great the last 2 starts.
Then finally decided to go with Joaquin Arias as my shortstop who is surging getting more play time with Sandoval out, and Andre Either as my #2 utility guy. He may be making a comeback now!
rauldc14
06-17-13, 10:00 PM
Hardcore clunking today: 0 for 19!
The season's always long enough that every team has days like that, but it doesn't stop them from being jaw-dropping. :laugh: I just had one myself; on Thursday my lineup went 1 for 29 with 1 run. No HRs, no RBIs, no SBs.
rauldc14
06-17-13, 10:45 PM
Dominic Brown saves me from going ofer.
Mike Moustakas at the plate based loaded....and Tejada pinch hits for him.:p
Goldschmidt so fars gone 2/2 with a solo homer and a double with an rbi :) Me likey! Its been an offensive drought and his bat is much needed. Able to watch the game since the Marlins are in Arizona. Rays off days I sometimes peek at them. He seems steady at the plate, calm, and un-BJ Upton impulsive.
Wow, Stanton played in one of the late games so he hit two homers after I'd gone to bed. That's a nice thing to wake up to.
Corey Kluber's slider, for your enjoyment:
http://cdn.fangraphs.com/fantasy/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/kluberslider.gif
Man thats just a sick looking piece of unhittable business.
Kind of interesting how many of these guys are putting it all together in their late 20s or early 30s. Seems to be happening more.
Man thats just a sick looking piece of unhittable business.
Masterson has a pitch like that this year, too, but he can't seem to dial it up every start, only having full command every other start or so. He fanned 10 his last outing.
DexterRiley
06-18-13, 09:04 PM
Man thats just a sick looking piece of unhittable business.
I'm really looking foward to the hot summer days, where Dickeys whiffle ball delivery will be on display.
http://sports.cbsimg.net/images//visual/whatshot/R.A.-Dickey-knuckle.gif
That insnt a photo-shop, its his knuckler in slo- mo.
http://www.sportsgrid.com/mlb/watching-r-a-dickeys-knuckleball-in-slow-motion-proves-how-difficult-it-is-to-hit/
This one I found of Cobb has a cool sinker. Doesnt go so immediately in like Klubers does, but gets er dun' :) Damn I sure hope he comes back, and strong.
http://cdn2.sbnation.com/imported_assets/1175544/ALEX-COBB-SALAD.gif
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I like Paul Goldschmidt. I was nervous at first upon getting him cause he hadnt hit but 2 balls in a week. Then yesterday he homers and doubles in a run. Today he's going 0-3, bottom ninth home run, done. Clutch players are the cream of the crop. :)
http://25.media.tumblr.com/c97760122f4593b50cbd290726486a64/tumblr_mmjlrgw5Pp1rlsagio1_500.jpg
Looks like Rick Porcellos not in the zone after all. He just got rung up for 5 runs by Baltimore. Ouchy hurty.
Because some jackass said he was top 10 in June... ;)
Also - Baltimore? That line-up in on fire right now; I might have sat him vs the birds.
Well Porcellos going to the waivers tomorrow. On the 25th is the Angels, and they slaughtered him last time. Next after that on the 30th is the Rays. Aw hell naw!
On a more somber note it is unresolved if Alex Cobb will be coming back this season at all. Even though diagnosed with a "mild" concussion, the concussion hasnt shown any signs of letting up whatsoever. Joe Madden said himself he expects this to be a lengthy absence, wont push him to return, and will let things take their course.
http://www2.pictures.zimbio.com/gi/Alex+Cobb+San+Diego+Padres+v+Tampa+Bay+Rays+NAUOFtgbkovl.jpg
rauldc14
06-19-13, 10:08 PM
gah. Maybe Domonic Brown just had a hot streak and really isn't the next hottest name in baseball after all. Maybe Jose Bautista HAS indeed become the 2nd coming of Adam Dunn. Maybe Verlander is not a top 5 pitcher anymore. Maybe Shelby Miller and Patrick Corbin will fall back to normalcy. And maybe I was 100% wrong about Wil Myers becoming a stud.
Very very frustrating season for me.
DexterRiley
06-20-13, 08:35 AM
on a day when Nate Mclouth went 3/5 with a pair of runs and a SB on the bench (screw u yahoo matchup ratingss :D), my squad still managed to hit .400, led by none other than
Hanram- 6/8 , 3 runs, 4 ribbies, and a homer in a double header.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=28GLa9T2CtI
Some good news for for Alex Cobb. Now hes dealing with a swelled fluid sac in his ear, but the concussion symptoms have subsided. Whew! Nobody knows when he will come back though.
I go to bed last night and I was standing at 0.5 points with 2 players left to play half a game. I wake up this morning and find I gained 2.5 points.
Uh....I.....I'm a rock star! Hey hey!!' :cool:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nc9xq-TVyHI
Yoda stole my handcuff! :mad:
:D
rauldc14
06-21-13, 11:44 PM
My team is in yet another funk. Back to the bottom of the barrel again.
DexterRiley
06-21-13, 11:56 PM
ok Jose, u arent on Raulds squad, less this
http://www.premierlife.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Jose-Bautista.jpg
and more this sir
http://gamereax.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/jbflip.gif
Glad you got Bautista Dex. :up: Seems right hes on your squad.
Just a thought, but I would be all for having a keeper league in the future. If done with balance I think it would increase the fun factor.
DexterRiley
06-22-13, 05:20 PM
yankees Rays game is like watching a live action nintendo match.
With the Jays streakin, i really dont care who loses, but i had this one in the bag for the Rays like literally minutes ago.
Huge trip thru the AL East for the jays this week, thus far, thus excellent. I dont even mind jose decided to give Rauld a parting gift with the winnen homer today.
http://gamereax.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/bauodaychirp.gif
:D
Thank you Goldy for not slumping, and Longo for being Longo. Riding the waiver has paid off to the point of treading water, and if Zoilo Almonte is the next Yasiel Puig Ill post so many smileys across this mutha itll look like a hippie commune. :p
Pitchings been interesting. Im getting better results on ERA & Whip now that all my best pitchers are traded away or are on the DL. Think Im just picking better. Getting sand pounded into your ass like a bucket week after week will learn ya'.
Franklin Guiterrez came back strong, and even though Ive 5 or 6 on the DL I really cant complain. Good times :)
DexterRiley
06-23-13, 12:03 PM
what time do trades take effect? its 10am here, and the jose isnt on my team. be nice to set lineup before going out today.
Frightened Inmate No. 2
06-23-13, 12:27 PM
are stats from yesterday not showing up for anyone else?
Powdered Water
06-23-13, 01:26 PM
Yeah, Yahoo says they're working on it.
Grilli in trouble right now...
Wow. I was driving back in town just in time to catch the Bucs' ridiculous comeback on the radio. Awesome.
DexterRiley
06-23-13, 10:19 PM
Great news on Jays Radio, GM announced Reyes will be activated Thursday in time for the Boston series.
Having Reyes on base virtually everytime Bautista is at the dish ought be fun.
rauldc14
06-24-13, 10:48 AM
Damn you Grilli, you get 3 K's and the save but once again my ERA balloons.
Ernesto Fieri just blew up in a bad way big time yesterday. 3 runs ahead and he loses the lead :sick:
I got Alex Torres for ERA repair and feel hes not gonna be leaving my roster anytime soon.
rauldc14
06-24-13, 08:46 PM
And Wil Myers.........swing batter batter HOME RUN!!!!!
DexterRiley
06-24-13, 11:01 PM
Crazy times for Tongs with the Jays/Rays Tilt.
On the one hand, he started a jays pitcher against his beloved rays. So mixed emotions when the Rays went back to back to back im sure.
The jays managed one measly run, but did so on the previously untouchable Torres.
but then Rodney got the save, equalling rogers 2 k's in the process.
Crazy times for Tongs with the Jays/Rays Tilt.
On the one hand, he started a jays pitcher against his beloved rays. So mixed emotions when the Rays went back to back to back im sure.
The jays managed one measly run, but did so on the previously untouchable Torres.
but then Rodney got the save, equalling rogers 2 k's in the process.
Yep. Everytime I go against them I lose. I thought Rogers was that dang good but maybe we really are. I still cant get used to how good were hitting. Oh, and Esmil Rogers is going to waivers.
rauldc14
06-25-13, 01:46 PM
alrighty team, it's just time to get real. Tonight is the night! I'm accepting no less than 10 runs, 5 homers, 10 RBI, 3 steals, a .300 average with a win from my pitcher and at least 1 save.
hey i can dream, right?
Strike-out king Kemp may return to go 0/5 for me later on. I can't wait! ;)
:( Now they say that Zolio Almonte isnt the "next big thing" like Puig & Myers. Well I was hoping! Tonight the new Yankee is going up against Yu Darvish, and if that guys not a measuring stick this season then i dont know who is. I will have my fingers crossed while peeking thru my facepalm.
Also Matt Moore is up against a buncha butthurt Jays :p Not a bad win streak but Im sure theyre motivated to whoop on us tonight. They got a lefty too in Buehrle who has been hot of late. Maybe someone should stream him!? :D If Price comes back strong, Hellboy stays consistent (to the good), Cobb come back strong, and Moore gets it together Ill be thrilled beyond what words or a smiley could describe.
Maybe Zolio Almonte is the next Jose Bautista?! Nobody ever saw him coming! He might?! Yeah thats sarcasm, but Im not dropping him yet either. :blush:
Ah! Leonys Martin my new waiver grab just got 2 home runs, on. my. bench. :bawling:
http://fc06.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2011/163/b/9/ramsay_facepalm_by_weirdalsfollower-d3ip4im.jpg
Hmmmm, no scoring applied yesterday? I had no less than 3 starters go last night, and I have zero innings pitched for the day and 0/0 for hitting?
*Scratches head*
Yeah, this happens a few times every year; they always get them added eventually.
I am looking at each player individually. Who is this Matt Dominguez person and why does he keep hitting homers for me? ;)
Now you see why I ride the waivers. I saw Dominguez and his power but stayed away due to his poor BA. Same with Brandon Moss. Now they both are either streaking or back to form. Im debating if I should give Zoilo Almonte one more game to be sure hes roster worthy, and not just a guy with a good first 3 games.
I grabbed Dominguez because my OF were dropping like flies. Kemp is finally back (and was the big hero with his diving catch last night). Hammy seems OK, and he got a hit and run. I was expecting a rusty 0/5 out of the guy, so this was nice.
Weird, I see people talking about Middle Infield problems online a lot, stating there is no depth (and there isn't), but I just lucked out there with Ortiz/Kendrick/Carpenter on my bags. I was having OF troubles last week! I had to play people like Belt. :sick:
Oh great. Jose Reyes is coming back today. Poor Roberto Hernandez.....
R.A. Dickeys shredding us up today. So far our offense has gone 12 up, and 12 down. Shouldve waited to add Yunel Escobar.
The Pirates, they just...keep winning.
Six in a row. 48-30.
I don't even know how to react.
The Pirates, they just...keep winning.
Six in a row. 48-30.
I don't even know how to react.
I had Jeanmar Gomez on my squad today versus the Felix Hernandez led Mariners, and they couldnt get an earned run on him. Sadly Jeanmar didnt get the win either as Seattle tied it up before losing. The Pirates run kinda makes me wish I never dropped Garrett Jones.
rauldc14
06-26-13, 10:07 PM
another day of pure crap.........grrr................and Dex's gems put him ahead in ERA over me.
It's weird when your team's been struggling, but starts to play really well, and you have to make a judgment about how that might extrapolate over the rest of the year.
In other words, I think my team's quite good the way it is, and that there's plenty of time left to dig out of that injury hole. But it's hard to say. I just know they've put up great numbers over the last couple of weeks, but I still have to watch the results unfold in slow motion. It can be pretty hard to tell, day-to-day.
Powdered Water
06-27-13, 12:30 AM
The Pirates, they just...keep winning.
Six in a row. 48-30.
I don't even know how to react.
Give it a few more months, Then your entire city will be going bonkers. Pennant fever is a real thing. And its very cool to experience.
I wouldn't know.
Frownie face.
But yeah, I actually do have memories of some of the last Pirate playoff games, though not very clear ones. And we do get a taste of it when we see how excited people get when the Pirates are decent.
The only tricky thing will be how to feel if they just make the one-game Wild Card playoff. I'm not sure I'll really feel like we're in THE PLAYOFFS if we get to that and lose. Though even that would be pretty incredible.
Just realized the Pirates have the best record in all of baseball. It's almost July.
Holy moly.
Yeah that'll put a charge in ya'. If Locke, Liriano, and Burnett keep doing good that will be essential to maintain your standings. Also keeping Jeanmar Gomez in the rotation instead of moving him back to the bullpen will help. Maybe James McDonald can turn it around if he ever gets back. Pitching is the key. Im surprised the Pirates are hitting so poorly this season. Dont know why as on paper the hitting potentials there.
Well, we've got a glut of serviceable starters, so much so that when Wandy and Burnett both come off the DL Gomez is definitely moving to the bullpen, and Cole might even get sent down briefly. That sounds crazy, but there really aren't many alternatives, with Morton back. We've basically got 7 starters that can all make a very good case for being in the rotation, when that happens, and that's with Karstens still waiting in the wings.
A good problem to have, but still a problem.
josephay
06-27-13, 07:02 PM
I feel like a genius for picking up Locke a month ago but I'm sure plenty of people picked him up before that. Oh well, at least I dropped Vernon Wells. He's been awful for us.
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BN2XdDmCEAEcJFq.jpg:large
So....are there ANY good pitchers in this league this year? Greinke, Kuroda, Masterson, Hamels, Minor.... ALL got blown up this week. Bah.
Yeah I agree, and Trevor Bauer sucks big fat donkey balls. A spot start at the White Sox and going into the game with an ERA in the 2's, and gives up 5 earned runs in the first inning. Done. :facepalm:
So I got this 5 run margin I hope to erase tonight with L.A. Dodger Chris Capuano hosting Philly, and Arizonas Randall Delgado at Atlanta. Think the best I can hope for is to even out my pitching points by nights end.
Beware the ERA myth! ;) Check the other stats, as well...
Longorias out of the game after pulling up short running to first. Please....not again...
Cueto comes out of the game again. Of course he does. He needs to be out when Tulo gets back in a couple of weeks, because apparently there's some kind of law that says my team can never be at full strength.
Ha! Dexter picked up Alex Colome but either Colome or Chris Archer will be sent down due to David Prices' return on tuesday. I grabbed Archer. In all honesty they both deserve to stay and Roberto Fausto Carmona Hernandez should go down
http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130628&content_id=52064688¬ebook_id=52069032&vkey=notebook_tb&c_id=tb (http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130628&content_id=52064688¬ebook_id=52069032&vkey=notebook_tb&c_id=tb)
Well so much for that dilemna..
http://fantasynews.cbssports.com/fantasybaseball/players/playerpage/1739607/alex-colome
The Pittsburgh Pirates are 50-30. They're the only team in baseball with 50 wins.
Is this real life?
Powdered Water
06-29-13, 11:25 PM
Why yes. Yes it is.
"Is this Heaven?"
"No, it's Pittsburgh."
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C8-B5cyfK6A
50-30?! Great balls! :eek: Man you guys just have to "not suck" and you could clinch a spot. I'd love for our boys to go on a tear like that.
Yunel Escobar saved the day bottom of the tenth and the Rays and Tigers are split at 1 apiece. Tomorrow is Porcello vs Hellickson. Who the hell knows how that will turn out as both have been random. They either win against great opponents like aces or lose like catastrophic failures. Like Chris Archer today, Hellickson will be riding my pine. :yup: Archer didnt do too bad, and held the Tigers to 3 earned runs, but as Chef Ramsey says "Its not good enough! DONKEY!"
Just got Francisco Rodriguez off waivers, and he will be the Brewers closer "for now" according to the coach. Hendersons definitely still in the mix. Ill take it.
So Ive got 2 1/2 closers now, and 5 active starters. Decided Ill pitch Hellickson today vs Detroit Tigers even though theyre the Detroit Tigers. Im just soooo tired of streaming random pitchers against weak opponents. Got a good game out of Joe Blanton yesterday and prob be best I stop there.
Boom (http://www.therewasnodoubtaboutit.com/2013/06/i-hope-we-win/).
http://www.therewasnodoubtaboutit.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/princess_bride_50_med.jpg
“And so I think no Pirates team in a century has accomplished what you have.”
http://www.therewasnodoubtaboutit.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/princess_bride_50_med_2.jpg
http://www.therewasnodoubtaboutit.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/princess_bride_50_med_3.jpg
"Not to 50!"
Powdered Water
06-30-13, 05:47 PM
^^ Weirdo. ^^
Bucs win again! 9 in a row! 51-30!
Unbelievable. It's really happening this time.
Please forgive this self indulgent post but I need to finally post some good news on my pitching results.
Friday I took a wild chance on Bartolo Colon vs St Louis and Bartolo held them to 1 earned run in 8 innings :eek: and got the Win! Hes not even on steroids anymore.
Saturday had Joe Blanton who only won one game all year beat the White Sox, struck out 6, and held them to 2 earned runs in 7 innings. Good job Joey, and hes available on waivers now. May I never have to stream again!
Then yesterday I decided to put in Hellickson after all vs Detroit. Seems reckless but Hellboy beat the Red Sox and Blue Jays handily, and figured they were in the same league hitting wise as the Tigers. Jeremy Hellickson struck out 6 in 6 innings, and got the Win by holding them to 1 earned run. A homer where Miguel Cabrera hit the ball into the stingray tank.
http://mlb.mlb.com/cutfour/index.jsp#contentId=52325220
:)
Pitchers are a bunch of bums...
DexterRiley
07-01-13, 04:12 PM
Pitchers are a bunch of bums...
unless we talken Dickey.
Tigers Shmigers.
:D
and Reyes with the power..hoowahh not what i expect from him, but i'll take it.
rauldc14
07-01-13, 04:16 PM
Pitchers are a bunch of bums...
I agree 100%. I mean you can honestly throw anybody out there and they can give you anything. Dickey's been crap all year until recently, Verlander not his normal self, Hamels nowhere near what he was. And then people who lit it up at the beginning like Masterson and Shelby Miller are fading.
It's kind of a joke, I feel like I should stand pat cause my ERA and WHIP just keeps going up and up and I'm getting hardly any wins or saves these days.
I'm up for an offense only fantasy league:p
DexterRiley
07-01-13, 04:21 PM
I agree 100%. I mean you can honestly throw anybody out there and they can give you anything. Dickey's been crap all year until recently
The 7 wins were all recent?
do u know what recent means?
Wins aren't a great indicator of quality; as a former Cole Hamels owner you surely know that. ;)
Dickey ERA by month:
April: 4.50
May: 5.82
June: 3.71
Seems reasonable to me to say he was bad until recently.
I gave up on wins when i figured out I wasn't getting any. ;)
Which was pretty much the day I signed Hamels!
rauldc14
07-01-13, 04:38 PM
The 7 wins were all recent?
do u know what recent means?
You are surely kidding me if you think Dickey has been solid all season.......
And Mike, yes I should give up on wins as well. My 5 pitching stats are giving me a whopping total of 14 points, or 1 more than my HR statistic.
DexterRiley
07-01-13, 04:57 PM
You are surely kidding me if you think Dickey has been solid all season.......
And Mike, yes I should give up on wins as well. My 5 pitching stats are giving me a whopping total of 14 points, or 1 more than my HR statistic.
i didnt say solid. u said crappy.
in the middle there is where dickey has been.
what is it with folks sliden from one extreme to another?
dudes are either Studly elite or ***** seems like.
which is preposterous.
DexterRiley
07-01-13, 04:58 PM
I gave up on wins when i figured out I wasn't getting any. ;)
Which was pretty much the day I signed Hamels!
i gave up era for wins and K's. the idea being relievers can chop that sucker down when my innings cap nears, while Wins and K's are forever.
Back!
http://static.foxsports.com/content/fscom/img/2011/05/27/052711-NHL-Tampa-Bay-Rays-David-Price-PI_2011052723135775_660_320.JPG
Jose Fernandez. :eek:
Think this kid's got a future.
OY! After just coming back from the minors Ryan Roberts hits 2 home runs last night. This morning hes sent back down again. :facepalm:
The Houston Astros are really really bad. I feel sorry for them. Moore & the lineup chewed them up to a score of 12-0 yesterday, and Price is doing the same tonight. 5-0 so far in the bottom of 6th.
Homer Bailey threw the first no-hitter this season. Too bad hes owned by the tool in the league. Alot less no-hitters this year compared to last. Last year was pitching freakonia. Thats a new word, I just made it up. :p
DexterRiley
07-02-13, 11:35 PM
Im Wackey for Lackey
Iba!
http://cdn2.sbnation.com/uploads/chorus_image/image/13211073/20130510_lbm_sb8_479.0_standard_352.0.jpg
Raul Ibanez went 4/5 with a 3 run homer. His 21st so far this year. Is this a fluke? Just a hot streak? Can he maintain this pace of 26th overall (the past 30 days) after the all star break? No. If he did that he'd be the next Jose Bautista. Its not like hes a caliber of Joey Bats, right? :) A 41 year old who lives right can still rock it, if healthy. Jeter was in-cred-ible last year. Iba now has steady at bats, and I am interested if he can sustain.
....and I am ready for Alex Cobb to get back! Not just for FBB reasons but he was having just a beautiful season before his life threatening shot to the head. Right now everythings in a waiting pattern as the "mild" concussion still is causing some dizziness.
David Price returned tuesday and looked like an animal. 70 pitches in 7 innings 3 hits with 10 K's. Thats Cy Young level baby! :)
rauldc14
07-05-13, 01:08 PM
I have to think Price was bothered by an injury all season. Hope he continues to play at elite level like last year.
Yeah it came out he had the injury and was trying to pitch thru it. Now he says he feels better than at any time he has this season including spring.
Good news on Cobb. Felt no effects whatsoever today pitching from the mound. Im all for old school and everything, but they need helmets of some sort. 2 liner head traumas with Happ then Cobb should be an adequate wake up call.
Ha. I love how Vito's trying to trash talk because after years of basement-dwelling, he's temporarily all the way up to fifth. :laugh: All he needed was a career year from multiple pitchers to become slightly above average. Look out, world.
Cueto went back on the DL.
Then Konerko did.
Now Molina's having his knee scanned.
It's beyond parody at this point, really.
That said, Tulo's recovering a little faster than expected. So...yay?
DexterRiley
07-06-13, 07:28 PM
^^^
meh
have your first 3 draft picks been on DL all at the same time?
I think I topped out at two. ;)
I'm looking at 5 of the top 8 picks, though, and one of 'em three separate times. Which almost sounds made up. :laugh:
And on that note, Neil Walker has left the game.
:indifferent:
DexterRiley
07-06-13, 08:34 PM
I think I topped out at two. ;)
I'm looking at 5 of the top 8 picks, though, and one of 'em three separate times. Which almost sounds made up. :laugh:
but Tongs gave u Zobrist. so that makes up for lots.
Heh. This isn't a contest, but if it were, that deal wouldn't make up for anything: I gave him Cabrera, who's now the #2 SS by a significant margin (and 26th overall player) on ESPN's Player Rater.
rauldc14
07-06-13, 08:45 PM
Everytime I take 2 steps forward, I just go 2 steps backwards the next day. Batting a ridiculously awful 2 for 19 thus far. And those hits are homers from Uggla and Moustakas:p
rauldc14
07-06-13, 10:12 PM
7 all stars on my fantasy team this year. Shelby Miller I'm somewhat surprised didn't make it as he's been solid all year minus 2 bad starts.
The only Ray to make the all-stars is Ben Zobrist. Damn youze Yoda!
Probably wont have a spot for him much longer anyway with Jeter soon returning, and Nick Franklin being solid as my 2B.
Bond007
07-06-13, 10:30 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mpGOmzFjPbg
Oh the pitching streaming temptations too great! Tyler Chatwood was just calling to me with his era in the 2's "TONGO! Im going up against the Padres TONGO! Do ya got da guts?!"
http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mbhkbxr0Zl1qdb4cxo1_r1_500.gif
I've been out of commission for about a week and I fell by about 10 points -_- On the bright side, my team the Giants have lost 11 out of 14 or some awful number! Wait, I totally did that wrong. Time to trim the fat on my team and hope Everth Cabrera starts stealing bucketloads of bases.
Uh...OK... I checked pitching for the week on Sunday, and set all my starters. When i logged in yesterday morning, Zack and Mike Minor were on my bench again, but had starts yesterday. I moved them up again and saved. Since it had glitched, I took extra care to make sure the changes were saved and in place.
I log in again today, and all my pitching changes from the entire week are reverted and my two aces missed their starts??? The two guys I made SURE were saved yesterday morning? This is total ********.
I definitely hit save changes. I checked this stuff twice at two different times, one being the actual day of the starts....
I don't get it, When do the changes stick? Why do changes made on days ahead keep reverting? They used to stick if I made a change ahead of time... Some days I can't monitor yahoo so closely that I can be on the computer 30 mins before games start... but it seems like that is required.
I absolutely needed those starts, and I missed them both, and it is definitely, most certainly, not a case of me not hitting save changes, because when it reverted the first time, I made sure to log out of my browser completely and log back in to make sure the changes stuck, which they had at the time.
None of the moves I am making are sticking, What gives?
Hmmmm. 99% of the time when these things happen, the answer is that lineups don't carry forward on days you've already saved. If you never set a day in advance, then whatever you went into the last day with always be the lineup going forward. But if you DID set a day in advance, that day will stay as-is even if you change parts of the lineup before it.
So, if on Friday you move someone from BN to UT in advance for Sunday, and then go back and change some SP thing on Saturday...that Sunday you already saved will NOT be updated with it. It's locked in because you specifically set it in advance.
Would that potentially explain the issues?
NOTE: there is a notable exception to this general rule, detailed two posts below.
If you added someone from the waivers it will change the top two pitchers (who are usually your starters) for the next five days to who they were before you set your starting pitchers. Why? Don't know.
Okay, some clarification on what I said above, and what Mark just referred to. It notes an important exception to the general way lineups carry forward. Here's the official explanation (http://help.yahoo.com/kb/index?page=content&id=SLN6169&actp=search&viewlocale=en_US&searchid=1373381989983&locale=en_US&y=PROD_SPORTS_FAN_BASE) from the league's Help area:
If you've set your lineup in advance for future dates, please note that these changes will be reset if you add a player via free-agency, trade, or waivers. All future lineups will be reset to match your lineup for the day the new player is added.
As for the why, I assume it's that it doesn't really have any way to mediate between conflicting changes; it can't know what to do with a preset lineup that isn't possible any more, so it reverts to the last one. I'm not sure that this is terribly intuitive, but I get the reasoning.
Sorry this happened to you Mike, but the thing is a ridiculously finicky bitch. Ev-ery-time I make a change to my roster, even if its just moving a guy from the bench, I check to see if my future lineups still set. Remember when you get someone off waivers, the lineup you set for future dates is nullified too.
rauldc14
07-09-13, 11:04 PM
Yeah, I give up. I've lost about 10 points the past 2 days. My team is just not this bad, yet I can't catch any lucky breaks. My pitchers can't buy a win. I can't get a steal to save my life (even when I picked up league leaders for steals), and a save is about a once a week occurance. Sorry just felt like venting again but for pete's sake, where the hell is my break!!!!!!!!!
rauldc14
07-09-13, 11:13 PM
By the way, love how Verlander kills all the ERA and WHIP ground I made up this week. Fricken fantastic!!!!!!!!!!
DexterRiley
07-10-13, 08:44 AM
Yeah, I give up. I've lost about 10 points the past 2 days. My team is just not this bad, yet I can't catch any lucky breaks. My pitchers can't buy a win. I can't get a steal to save my life (even when I picked up league leaders for steals), and a save is about a once a week occurance. Sorry just felt like venting again but for pete's sake, where the hell is my break!!!!!!!!!
I traded u the League leader in both Saves and Steals, you kept em for a game or 2 and dispatched em to WaWa in exchange for a power bat that u didnt need.
If you are looking to vent, look within.
Oh, Neil Walker's on the DL again. That's nice.
Worse than the fantasy impact is the impact for the Pirates, though; our middle infield options aren't great. This means Barmes is gonna get more at-bats. Meh.
Ortiz with a steal last night. Yes, David Ortiz.
I'm sure it was an accident.
Its always funny seeing the big guys steal bases. Jose Molina is hysterical when he does attempt it.
Last season though we were playing the Angels, and Molina got on first. Almost immediately he starts jawwing with Pujols as he takes a step or two off the bag. Then he said something that made Albert laugh, two more steps. He suddenly sprints for second, and theres a solid second of disbelief amongst the Angels infield. Throw wasnt in time and Jose came off like a big fat ninja with the swipe.
DexterRiley
07-10-13, 09:07 PM
Ortiz with a steal last night. Yes, David Ortiz.
Last time i was that impressed was when Prince Fielder chugged round the diamond for a inside the park homer vs the Jays.
A confession to the league,
I have no idea how this scoring system works. Ive been dumbfounded for a season and a half now. Right now as I type this I have 2 points. I know its based on personal performance and against others or something or other. If I end up winning this season its because of a stupid diligence to perfect my starters, and more importantly, the Rays going to the playoffs. I am no guru.
Rob / TONGO
I think the post I made before puts it pretty well, but it's simply this: your point total is the total of all your rankings in all the statistical categories. If you're #1 in homers, you get 14 points (and #2 gets 13 points, and so on). That happens across ten categories, and whatever it adds up to is your total.
The day-to-day difference is just how much your rankings for each category changed that day. If you surge in homers and pass two other teams, but somebody just behind you in Saves gets a few and passes you, you'll be +1 for the day: two ranks gained in homers, one lost in Saves.
Think of it this way: you don't win a baseball game in real life by scoring a certain amount of runs. Sometimes 3 runs is enough, and sometimes you can score 9 and still lose, depending on how the other team does, right? Hitting 5 homers in a day will probably move you up...but maybe the team ahead of you hit 6. Or maybe they led by 10 going into that day, so you've made significant progress in catching them, but not enough to improve your rank yet.
Have a look at the Full Standings (http://baseball.fantasysports.yahoo.com/b1/43897/standings) link on the league home page if you haven't; that should help clear a lot up. If not, I can go into more detail.
rauldc14
07-11-13, 11:19 AM
yay last place!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I WILL catch you, Raul...
Soon...last place shall be all MINE.
I seem to have a bunch of 5 inning pitchers that keep trying to go 7...
Love him, hate him, or dont care about him at all, we all know what to call him.
http://i.usatoday.net/communitymanager/_photos/game-on/2011/05/20/jetercoverx-large.jpg
He's back :)
I hate the Yankees, but Jeter is THE MAN. Great guy - basically the opposite of A-Rod.
Bwahahaha.
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