Fantasy Baseball - All Comments

re: MLB Stock Market - July 2nd Edition

BillyS — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 18:22:01 GMT

I heard a lot of hype about Longoria before he was called up, but I honestly didn't believe he'd have this much of an impact.

As for Brett Myers ... damn. I remember when he first broke out and he was flatout DOMINANT. Hopefully he bounces back and rejoins the rotation because I always liked him, even though he is a wife beater.

re: MLB Waiver Wire - Week 12

BillyS — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 20:55:12 GMT

I still think Headley could be valuable though. I'm not exactly sure if he could be a power hitter in Petco, it's hard to be, but he could definitely get a lot of doubles there. My main problem with him (and the Padres) is that aside from Gonzalez there just isn't really a power bat in that lineup.

Green can hit for power every now and then, Giles is getting old, therefore who is really left? I think that's the reason why Headley could be valuable in keepers leagues in a short amount of time. Power may not be there, but if he could have gap power then that's almost as valuable (and sometimes moreso when it comes to real life).

re: MLB Stock Market - June 19th Edition

BillyS — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 01:19:34 GMT

Justin Duscherer is definitely underrated, especially after his last performance. I heard he tweaked his hip (which he had surgically repaired not too long ago), so he was forced to not swing at anymore pitches through the entire game. However, even though he may have tweaked it he still put up very solid numbers.

I also wish Utley would start doing something. It was actually kind of exciting cheering for a second baseman for an MVP lol..

re: MLB Waiver Wire - Week 12

spit — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 23:40:06 GMT

I doubt Headley's hype came anywhere near Scherzer, Kershaw, or Bruce's earlier in the year. And if Price comes up as expected, its gonna be a bigger race to click the "Add Player" button than in this case.

Headley can't be Bruce because he won't steal bases and Petco Park severely saps hitter numbers. Look at the career splits for Khalil Green and Adrian Gonzalez. 50% more HR on the road and .130 higher OPS. That's ridiculous. He could be a contributor in a deep enough league though.

re: MLB Buy 'n Sell (6/15)

spit — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 20:39:54 GMT

This post was pretty good, despite the "stats are as follows:". Its a much better longterm perspective than Drew's last "Trade" post which recommended selling Justin Upton, Rick Ankiel, and Pedro Martinez while their values are severely depressed. Those are actually good buys considering they can be obtained cheap for low risk, with very high reward.

As a Harang owner I almost sold cheap for more wins, but as always, unless there is an injury or age factors, a player will almost always approach their career averages. And for Harang, very good ratios with a high strikeout rate should eventually become a regular occurance.

re: MLB Top Weekly Performances – First Basemen

spit — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 20:27:03 GMT

I enjoy these positional weekly rankings but its really irritating to keep reading "His stat line for the week is as follows:" and even more irritating to read "0 SB". I suggest following the lead of the other posters and parsing the stats within the write-up. Use the relevant data to make a case. Anyone can look up the stats.

Keep the updates comin.

re: MLB Free Agent Specialty - Week 9

TommyD — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 18:42:29 GMT

Jun 9 OF Corey Patterson, recalled last week from Class AAA Louisville when OF Ryan Freel partially tore his right hamstring, was 0-for-24 and 2-for-38 when he hit a home run Sunday against the Marlins.

Looks like he's with the big club.

re: MLB Free Agent Specialty - Week 9

spit — Thu, 29 May 2008 14:55:38 GMT

Patterson has been demoted to the minors. Anyone can sort stats off the free agent list. Some relevant analysis and informed projections would be useful. When a player has a sub .600 OPS and is occupying a position that is played by the 2007 Minor League Player of the Year, it is obvious that he is not long for the job.

re: MLB Free Agent Specialty - Week 9

Dan Benton — Wed, 28 May 2008 12:25:45 GMT

Spit - That's why these guys are place on this list and not the waiver wire. Since the wire is thin for the most part, this aims at specific categories. Platoon or not, Patterson will steal a few bags when he plays.

re: MLB Free Agent Specialty - Week 9

spit — Wed, 28 May 2008 01:17:36 GMT

Sometimes I wonder if you guys do your research. Jay Bruce will take over at center for the Reds. Patterson will be reduced to a platoon player or worse. Hairston could soon become a victim to the same scenario with Chase Headley dominating in the minors for SD.

re: MLB Stock Market - May 21st Edition

paChiefsFan — Thu, 22 May 2008 13:24:45 GMT

Quentin was a definite candidate. The only reason I didn't include him? He's just been so darn consistent. He's neither up nor down, he's just an out-and-out producer this year.

re: MLB Stock Market - May 21st Edition

Bruno Boys Cavigs — Thu, 22 May 2008 04:12:16 GMT

Nice Article. As Always!

I would like to include Carlos Quentin to the list of BULLS. In his 21 AB's last week, he had 8 hits, 3 HR's and 8 RBI's.

Plus, he continues to be a staple in the middle of the White Sox order. It's nice to see a guy like Quentin have a change of scenary in 2008 and shine!

Let's hope he keeps it up.

-Marc

Bruno Boys Fantasy Football

re: MLB Buy n' Sell - Week of April 21st

TommyD — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 00:34:51 GMT

You're the one that keeps me going.

Love you.

re: MLB Buy n' Sell - Week of April 21st

crystal.fair — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 23:25:42 GMT

Hey Tommy

Its Orange Butterfly, I hate sports but, only you can make them interesting! Keep up the good work!

XOXO