One of my favourite dates is just around the corner. The September 1 roster expansion will mean a steady stream of players both auditioning for roles in 2012 and up to provide depth for those clubs still in the chase. Do these players have Fantasy related value? Yes, especially over the last several weeks of the season. Stay tuned for a thorough review in the next week as we attempt to find some of those hidden gems.

Well, you missed his five-homer, 16 RBI, .324 July. You also missed his homer binge last week when he went yard in three consecutive games. Willingham is up to 19 homers and 66 RBI in 340 at-bats for the season. Yes, he’s somewhat good, but few are capitalizing on it.

We’re getting into crunch time in Fantasy Leagues, and with trade deadlines fast approaching, it’s time to pull out all the stops. The marathon has turned into a sprint, giving you one last serious opportunity to address your Fantasy squads’ needs through the trade venue. Get it done. Repeat after me, “Would have, could have, and should have” will not be part of any end of the year discussions concerning my Fantasy teams. Without further ado, let’s take a look at some of this week’s wire options that could augment those deadline trade moves.