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Posted on 3/3/17 at 1:56 pm to reddman
#13 Earl
Player Most Likely to Blow up: Addison Russell
Player Most Likely to Disappoint: Jedd Gyorko
If I owned this team, I would:
1. Get a catcher you can rely on. Mesoraco and Zunino ain’t it.
2. Finish the evolution from cellar dweller to contender and trade more prospects to fill holes (C, 2B, OF).
3. Somehow acquire one more serviceable SP.
Synopsis: Earl pulled a reverse-Redd and traded a ton of prospects in for studs like Kershaw and Stanton. I wouldn’t have stop there, however. There are still some glaring holes in the roster, and if Earl is serious about making a run, he will move pieces like Bradley, Gallo, Mateo, and Tucker for pieces that will help him get over the hump. His catcher situation is a mess. Gyorko is a nice bench piece to have due to his complete infield eligibility, but he’s probably not someone you want starting every day. He could use an upgrade over Rosario in the OF as well. The good news is that Belt is as consistent as they come, Mous should bounce back after an injury-plagued 2016, and look for Addison Russell to become a star this year. All Stanton has to do is be healthy to be effective. Earl is very particular when it comes to SPs, and he’s got a few that he really likes in Paxton, Taillon, and Gray to complement Kershaw. He probably needs one more arm to throw in there to hold it all together. If he chooses to address the holes, his odds go way up.
Odds of Making Playoffs: 20-1
Player Most Likely to Blow up: Addison Russell
Player Most Likely to Disappoint: Jedd Gyorko
If I owned this team, I would:
1. Get a catcher you can rely on. Mesoraco and Zunino ain’t it.
2. Finish the evolution from cellar dweller to contender and trade more prospects to fill holes (C, 2B, OF).
3. Somehow acquire one more serviceable SP.
Synopsis: Earl pulled a reverse-Redd and traded a ton of prospects in for studs like Kershaw and Stanton. I wouldn’t have stop there, however. There are still some glaring holes in the roster, and if Earl is serious about making a run, he will move pieces like Bradley, Gallo, Mateo, and Tucker for pieces that will help him get over the hump. His catcher situation is a mess. Gyorko is a nice bench piece to have due to his complete infield eligibility, but he’s probably not someone you want starting every day. He could use an upgrade over Rosario in the OF as well. The good news is that Belt is as consistent as they come, Mous should bounce back after an injury-plagued 2016, and look for Addison Russell to become a star this year. All Stanton has to do is be healthy to be effective. Earl is very particular when it comes to SPs, and he’s got a few that he really likes in Paxton, Taillon, and Gray to complement Kershaw. He probably needs one more arm to throw in there to hold it all together. If he chooses to address the holes, his odds go way up.
Odds of Making Playoffs: 20-1
Posted on 3/3/17 at 2:00 pm to rondo
quote:
rade me Lawrie
no
Posted on 3/3/17 at 2:01 pm to gadknot
good talk
Posted on 3/3/17 at 2:05 pm to rondo
Posted on 3/3/17 at 2:12 pm to reddman
#12 Gyno
Player Most Likely to Blow up: Willson Contreras
Player Most Likely to Disappoint: Aaron Sanchez
If I owned this team, I would:
1. Move Votto or Miggy for a comparable SP, if possible.
2. Address the bullpen (still don’t quite get the Perkins pickup)
3. See if you can get any takers on Wheeler since he’s unlikely to help this year.
Synopsis: The offense is going to be there, without question. Contreras should go off in his second season, and the infield is stacked as hell. OF isn’t quite as strong, but Polanco could be ready to take the next step. Let’s see what we get out of Haniger. The pitching staff leaves a lot to be desired, really. As it stands now, K/9 and Sv+hd will be punted on a weekly basis. I think I understand what Gyno is trying to do with the staff, which is load up on serviceable arms, throw them all every possible time, and focus on IP and QS. I tried the same thing in this league, and it didn’t work out the way that I hoped. We will see if he has better success. If it does work out for him and he makes the cut, this would be a dangerous team to face come playoff time
Odds of Making Playoffs: 12-1
Player Most Likely to Blow up: Willson Contreras
Player Most Likely to Disappoint: Aaron Sanchez
If I owned this team, I would:
1. Move Votto or Miggy for a comparable SP, if possible.
2. Address the bullpen (still don’t quite get the Perkins pickup
) 3. See if you can get any takers on Wheeler since he’s unlikely to help this year.
Synopsis: The offense is going to be there, without question. Contreras should go off in his second season, and the infield is stacked as hell. OF isn’t quite as strong, but Polanco could be ready to take the next step. Let’s see what we get out of Haniger. The pitching staff leaves a lot to be desired, really. As it stands now, K/9 and Sv+hd will be punted on a weekly basis. I think I understand what Gyno is trying to do with the staff, which is load up on serviceable arms, throw them all every possible time, and focus on IP and QS. I tried the same thing in this league, and it didn’t work out the way that I hoped. We will see if he has better success. If it does work out for him and he makes the cut, this would be a dangerous team to face come playoff time
Odds of Making Playoffs: 12-1
Posted on 3/3/17 at 2:24 pm to reddman
#11 Rondo
Player Most Likely to Blow up: Maikel Franco
Player Most Likely to Disappoint: Jay Bruce
If I owned this team, I would:
1. Trade for a real 2B.
2. Stop making trades that make the team older.
3. Pay attention to breakout minor leaguers to bolster the farm further.
Synopsis: This is a typical Rondo team. It’s older than the average team, has lots of people that can hit it out of the park, and will lose SB almost every week. I’m not sure how much this team has left in the tank, but with the right in-season moves, it can probably squeak into the playoffs. A lot will depend on the veteran SPs Felix Hernandez and Zack Greinke. They will need bounceback years in order for the team to succeed. The more starts Steven Matz can make, the better it will be for Rondo’s chances as well. Rondo is usually good for a fleecing over the course of the season, and it usually pushes his team over the hump and into the postseason. Beware the in-season trade, owners.
Odds of Making Playoffs: 10-1
Player Most Likely to Blow up: Maikel Franco
Player Most Likely to Disappoint: Jay Bruce
If I owned this team, I would:
1. Trade for a real 2B.
2. Stop making trades that make the team older.
3. Pay attention to breakout minor leaguers to bolster the farm further.
Synopsis: This is a typical Rondo team. It’s older than the average team, has lots of people that can hit it out of the park, and will lose SB almost every week. I’m not sure how much this team has left in the tank, but with the right in-season moves, it can probably squeak into the playoffs. A lot will depend on the veteran SPs Felix Hernandez and Zack Greinke. They will need bounceback years in order for the team to succeed. The more starts Steven Matz can make, the better it will be for Rondo’s chances as well. Rondo is usually good for a fleecing over the course of the season, and it usually pushes his team over the hump and into the postseason. Beware the in-season trade, owners.
Odds of Making Playoffs: 10-1
Posted on 3/3/17 at 2:25 pm to reddman
quote:
Beware the in-season trade, owners.
Posted on 3/3/17 at 2:25 pm to reddman
quote:
Rondo is usually good for a fleecing over the course of the season, and it usually pushes his team over the hump and into the postseason. Beware the in-season trade, owners.
Posted on 3/3/17 at 2:33 pm to reddman
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Rondo is usually good for a fleecing over the course of the season
Like a Corey Dickerson for Gary Sanchez fleecing?
Posted on 3/3/17 at 2:34 pm to reddman
#10 DJ30
Player Most Likely to Blow up: Yuli Gurriel, I guess???
Player Most Likely to Disappoint: Carlos Beltran
If I owned this team, I would:
1. Go ALL-IN and play to win THIS season.
2. Trade any young piece of value to fill gaps during the course of the season.
3. Cross fingers for veterans to stay healthy.
Synopsis: Time is running out for this team to bring DJ a title. The older guys can still mash for the most part, but how long will they stay on the field? I see a ton of question marks, from Pablo at 3B, to the age and breakdown concerns surrounding AGon, Cruz, Beltran, Pence, Zobrist. Is Michael Brantley going to do ANYTHING this year? Big questions. If everyone is healthy though, its dangerous. Good combo of power and speed. The pitching staff is better than most, led by Chris Sale and Jacob deGrom. Andrew Miller and Wade Davis hold down the pen. Wild cards will be Shark and Jason Hammel. Need consistency out of those two in secondary roles. If injuries didn’t exist, this team is playoff bound. However, injuries are inevitable. It’s just a matter of how many affect this team over the course of the season.
Odds of Making Playoffs: 8-1
Player Most Likely to Blow up: Yuli Gurriel, I guess???
Player Most Likely to Disappoint: Carlos Beltran
If I owned this team, I would:
1. Go ALL-IN and play to win THIS season.
2. Trade any young piece of value to fill gaps during the course of the season.
3. Cross fingers for veterans to stay healthy.
Synopsis: Time is running out for this team to bring DJ a title. The older guys can still mash for the most part, but how long will they stay on the field? I see a ton of question marks, from Pablo at 3B, to the age and breakdown concerns surrounding AGon, Cruz, Beltran, Pence, Zobrist. Is Michael Brantley going to do ANYTHING this year? Big questions. If everyone is healthy though, its dangerous. Good combo of power and speed. The pitching staff is better than most, led by Chris Sale and Jacob deGrom. Andrew Miller and Wade Davis hold down the pen. Wild cards will be Shark and Jason Hammel. Need consistency out of those two in secondary roles. If injuries didn’t exist, this team is playoff bound. However, injuries are inevitable. It’s just a matter of how many affect this team over the course of the season.
Odds of Making Playoffs: 8-1
Posted on 3/3/17 at 2:39 pm to reddman
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Is Michael Brantley going to do ANYTHING this year?
Being a top 10 OF is something.
Posted on 3/3/17 at 2:45 pm to reddman
#9 Swamie
Player Most Likely to Blow up: Billy Hamilton
Player Most Likely to Disappoint: Brandon Moss
If I owned this team, I would:
1. Send CQQ a fricking fruit basket.
2. Find a team in the season that is ready to sell, and use farm to acquire offensive help.
3. Focus on improving 1B, 3B, and OF.
Synopsis: Oh what a difference a trade makes. Swamie struck gold when he moved Alex Reyes just in time, and got back a top 3 SP in return. Scherzer is the ace, but Swamie also will be sending Yu Darvish and Stephen Strasburg out there every fifth day. Good luck to all, especially if they can all stay healthy, which is a big if. On the other side of the roster, the offense needs help. I feel like Billy Hamilton made great strides in the second half last year, and I expect that to rollover to this season. It really needs some pop. I would recommend looking into someone like Adam Jones to help push the offense. It would also help if Pedro Alvarez got employed. All in all, this is an interesting team. I could honestly see Swamie finishing anywhere from 3rd to 13th in the standings.
Odds of Making Playoffs: 7-1
Player Most Likely to Blow up: Billy Hamilton
Player Most Likely to Disappoint: Brandon Moss
If I owned this team, I would:
1. Send CQQ a fricking fruit basket.
2. Find a team in the season that is ready to sell, and use farm to acquire offensive help.
3. Focus on improving 1B, 3B, and OF.
Synopsis: Oh what a difference a trade makes. Swamie struck gold when he moved Alex Reyes just in time, and got back a top 3 SP in return. Scherzer is the ace, but Swamie also will be sending Yu Darvish and Stephen Strasburg out there every fifth day. Good luck to all, especially if they can all stay healthy, which is a big if. On the other side of the roster, the offense needs help. I feel like Billy Hamilton made great strides in the second half last year, and I expect that to rollover to this season. It really needs some pop. I would recommend looking into someone like Adam Jones to help push the offense. It would also help if Pedro Alvarez got employed. All in all, this is an interesting team. I could honestly see Swamie finishing anywhere from 3rd to 13th in the standings.
Odds of Making Playoffs: 7-1
Posted on 3/3/17 at 2:45 pm to reddman
quote:
Is Michael Brantley going to do ANYTHING this year?
Im a believer. Bounce back MVP type season.
Posted on 3/3/17 at 2:54 pm to reddman
#8 Papz
Player Most Likely to Blow up: AJ Pollock
Player Most Likely to Disappoint: Eric Thames
If I owned this team, I would:
1. Move some prospects for some pitching help.
2. Move a bench bat for some pitching help.
3. Move a starting bat for some pitching help.
Synopsis: Love the hitting, hate the pitching. I think Pollock is gonna have a huge year, and I hate that I had to trade him away last offseason after the injury. I don’t know what to expect from Eric Thames, but I’m pretty sure that it’s not the stat line that Fantrax is projecting. Anyway, the offense is absolutely loaded, even with Molina and Andrus in the starting lineup. What this team really needs is some pitching. Sure, Papz can hold out hope that Glasnow and Gsellman figure it out immediately in the bigs, but will they even be around come playoff time (innings limits)? I have no clue what happened to Michael Wacha, Adam Wainwright is out of gas, and Tyson Ross is a huge injury question mark. That leaves him with Julio Teheran and Ervin Santana. NOPE. That being said, the offense will carry him a lot of weeks, and if he comes off some prospects to acquire some arms, it could be a special season for Captain Kickass.
Odds of Making Playoffs: 6-1
Player Most Likely to Blow up: AJ Pollock
Player Most Likely to Disappoint: Eric Thames
If I owned this team, I would:
1. Move some prospects for some pitching help.
2. Move a bench bat for some pitching help.
3. Move a starting bat for some pitching help.
Synopsis: Love the hitting, hate the pitching. I think Pollock is gonna have a huge year, and I hate that I had to trade him away last offseason after the injury. I don’t know what to expect from Eric Thames, but I’m pretty sure that it’s not the stat line that Fantrax is projecting. Anyway, the offense is absolutely loaded, even with Molina and Andrus in the starting lineup. What this team really needs is some pitching. Sure, Papz can hold out hope that Glasnow and Gsellman figure it out immediately in the bigs, but will they even be around come playoff time (innings limits)? I have no clue what happened to Michael Wacha, Adam Wainwright is out of gas, and Tyson Ross is a huge injury question mark. That leaves him with Julio Teheran and Ervin Santana. NOPE. That being said, the offense will carry him a lot of weeks, and if he comes off some prospects to acquire some arms, it could be a special season for Captain Kickass.
Odds of Making Playoffs: 6-1
Posted on 3/3/17 at 3:05 pm to reddman
#7 Boo
Player Most Likely to Blow up: Jake Odorizzi
Player Most Likely to Disappoint: Jake Lamb
If I owned this team, I would:
1. When teams fall out of the race, offer prospect bats for SP help.
2. If this team falls out of the race, move Braun and Pujols ASAP.
3. Stay focused on prospect free agents in the event you need to move the ones you have during the playoff push.
Synopsis: For the entire season last year, I kept saying to myself “how in the frick is this team in first place?” It just seemed to be missing something, but every week I would look up in the standings, and there this team was. Irritating is what it was. Anyway, I don’t think this team sucks or anything, but there are a few holes. The offense is good enough to get the job done, but I’m not sure I trust the pitching staff. Quintana, Odorizzi (love him), and Eickhoff are just fine, but after that, it’s pretty weak. I know a lot of people are expecting Gio Gonzalez to have a nice year, but I think we know what he is at this point. The bullpen will be more than adequate though, so if Boo is still in the hunt mid-season, he should look into moving prospects for a veteran SP or two.
Odds of Making Playoffs: 5-1
Player Most Likely to Blow up: Jake Odorizzi
Player Most Likely to Disappoint: Jake Lamb
If I owned this team, I would:
1. When teams fall out of the race, offer prospect bats for SP help.
2. If this team falls out of the race, move Braun and Pujols ASAP.
3. Stay focused on prospect free agents in the event you need to move the ones you have during the playoff push.
Synopsis: For the entire season last year, I kept saying to myself “how in the frick is this team in first place?” It just seemed to be missing something, but every week I would look up in the standings, and there this team was. Irritating is what it was. Anyway, I don’t think this team sucks or anything, but there are a few holes. The offense is good enough to get the job done, but I’m not sure I trust the pitching staff. Quintana, Odorizzi (love him), and Eickhoff are just fine, but after that, it’s pretty weak. I know a lot of people are expecting Gio Gonzalez to have a nice year, but I think we know what he is at this point. The bullpen will be more than adequate though, so if Boo is still in the hunt mid-season, he should look into moving prospects for a veteran SP or two.
Odds of Making Playoffs: 5-1
Posted on 3/3/17 at 3:11 pm to reddman
quote:
1. Move Adam Jones to a contender looking for a veteran (MWG?).
I will, I feel better value will be had in season once someone NEEDS an OF. Very meh offers right now.
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2. Entertain offers for Kris Bryant or Bregman, but focus on getting two really good pieces for each in return,
I'd do that, but i think they have to be older guys and I'm not willing to make this trade till im ready to compete.
quote:
3. Move a young OF (Judge, Renfroe, Frazier, Zimmer, O’Brien) for a young middle infielder.
I'd do that, I believe in a lot of these dudes. I'd rather hold on to them one more year and have them be more valuable
quote:
Player Most Likely to Disappoint: Aaron Judge
He's hit at every level(and make adjustments) and yea he struck out ALOT but so did stanton in his first half a season.
I'm definitely concerned about my arms. We'll see if my strategy pays off.
Posted on 3/3/17 at 3:16 pm to reddman
#6 RDR
Player Most Likely to Blow up: Devon Travis
Player Most Likely to Disappoint: Marcell Ozuna
If I owned this team, I would:
1. Remind everyone that I am the defending champ.
2. Look for a backup SS in case Swanson has early season issues.
3. Be prepared to move prospects for the playoff run.
Synopsis: I actually like RDR’s offense better than my matrix does, but I don’t like his staff as much as the matrix does. Either way, it’s a solid group that the Champ has coming back this season. His middle infield duo of Travis and Swanson will need to stay on the field and produce. Buxton taking the next step would go a long way as well. Other than that, hes got solid vets like Hosmer, Seager, Blackmon, and Kemp to hold him over, even if Sanchez has a regression and Marcell Ozuna does his normal thing, which is suck every other year (it’s his year to suck, btw). As for the pitching, I love Carlos Martinez and I love the bullpen. Maeda and DeSclafani are alright I guess. Curious to see how Jose Berrios does this season, after reports that he seems much more calm on the mound this spring. Let’s see if that translates to the regular season. Overall, a team that should be considered a true contender, if for no other reason than it’s wearing the crown.
Odds of Making Playoffs: 4-1.
Player Most Likely to Blow up: Devon Travis
Player Most Likely to Disappoint: Marcell Ozuna
If I owned this team, I would:
1. Remind everyone that I am the defending champ.
2. Look for a backup SS in case Swanson has early season issues.
3. Be prepared to move prospects for the playoff run.
Synopsis: I actually like RDR’s offense better than my matrix does, but I don’t like his staff as much as the matrix does. Either way, it’s a solid group that the Champ has coming back this season. His middle infield duo of Travis and Swanson will need to stay on the field and produce. Buxton taking the next step would go a long way as well. Other than that, hes got solid vets like Hosmer, Seager, Blackmon, and Kemp to hold him over, even if Sanchez has a regression and Marcell Ozuna does his normal thing, which is suck every other year (it’s his year to suck, btw). As for the pitching, I love Carlos Martinez and I love the bullpen. Maeda and DeSclafani are alright I guess. Curious to see how Jose Berrios does this season, after reports that he seems much more calm on the mound this spring. Let’s see if that translates to the regular season. Overall, a team that should be considered a true contender, if for no other reason than it’s wearing the crown.
Odds of Making Playoffs: 4-1.
Posted on 3/3/17 at 3:24 pm to reddman
#5 OMT
Player Most Likely to Blow up: Trea Turner
Player Most Likely to Disappoint: Jordan Zimmermann
If I owned this team, I would:
1. Move some goddamn bats for arms, for frick’s sake.
2. Acquire a consistent catcher (Gattis?)
3. Use prospects only if the extra bats cant get you all the arms you need.
Synopsis: Rizzo, Turner, Arenado, Lindor, Betts, Schwarber, Cain. That’s fricking unfair. It’s also probably overkill. OMT should be able to turn some of that into some pitching help. He doesn’t need to do a ton, but I just don’t think Arrieta and Hendriks can carry the load UNLESS Julio Urias is given the green light to throw on a regular basis. Even still, Urias can’t be counted on for the playoff run due to his innings limit, so at some point OMT will have to make a move for more pitching if he wants to win this thing. That lineup is tittyskin for sure though.
Odds of Making Playoffs: 3-1
Player Most Likely to Blow up: Trea Turner
Player Most Likely to Disappoint: Jordan Zimmermann
If I owned this team, I would:
1. Move some goddamn bats for arms, for frick’s sake.
2. Acquire a consistent catcher (Gattis?)
3. Use prospects only if the extra bats cant get you all the arms you need.
Synopsis: Rizzo, Turner, Arenado, Lindor, Betts, Schwarber, Cain. That’s fricking unfair. It’s also probably overkill. OMT should be able to turn some of that into some pitching help. He doesn’t need to do a ton, but I just don’t think Arrieta and Hendriks can carry the load UNLESS Julio Urias is given the green light to throw on a regular basis. Even still, Urias can’t be counted on for the playoff run due to his innings limit, so at some point OMT will have to make a move for more pitching if he wants to win this thing. That lineup is tittyskin for sure though.
Odds of Making Playoffs: 3-1
Posted on 3/3/17 at 3:27 pm to reddman
Some good news for Chat
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No surgery for Price. No PRP. Farrell calls it best case scenario. Down for next 7-10 days
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