Some of the topics covered included trade evaluation and strategies. One of my biggest pet peeves involves the trading partner that wants something for nothing and further to that doesn’t take the time to address the needs of their respective trading partner. My “battleship for battleship” approach to trading was a topic of conversation.
Podcast: Evaluating Deals Read Post »
Another road trip comes to an end and now it’s time to play catch up. During my break, the Giants found their offense in a big way. The Rangers are still tied for first with the injury-riddled Angels. The Mets continue to struggle, buried under a slew of injured and underperforming players, and the Nationals are, well, still the Nationals.
The Wire Troll: A Lastings Impression Read Post »
Chapman moved to the forefront of the International pitching scene with a stellar peformance in the 2007 Baseball World Cup. He amassed a 2-0 record in defeating both South Korea and Japan, and along the way managed a microscopic 1.20 ERA and 20 strikeouts in 15 IP. He was named to the tournament All-Star team as the top southpaw.
Cigars, Rum and A-Rold Read Post »
Week 11 of the 2009 campaign proved to be a week of many firsts. The Blue Jays found a new way for a pitcher to end up on the DL, when Scott Downs, the slugger, sprained his toe in an effort to prove that AL pitchers can be a force at the dish.
The Wire Troll: High Anxiety Read Post »
Week 11 of the 2009 schedule finds us looking at a full slate of inter-league games. For the Fantasy manager playing in leagues with weekly changes, we’re faced with the conundrum of keeping active lineups in place.
The Wire Troll: But Can He Play Guitar? Read Post »
The 23-year-old right hander enjoyed a very strong spring in his first MLB training camp. In nine IP he allowed only one earned run, with 10 strikeouts and one walk.
Junichi Tazawa Revisited Read Post »
Hanson has been totally dominant at Triple-A Gwinnett this season, allowing only 40 hits and 17 walks while striking out 90 in 66 1/3 IP with a 1.49 ERA.
The Wire Troll: Tommy, Can You Hear Me? Read Post »
