The non-waiver trade deadline is quickly approaching and an endless stream of rumours greets us each and every day. The hype reaches incredible levels as we approach the trade deadline, but very rarely does it live up to the expectations.
The Wire Troll: Sizemore’s Second Chance Read Post »
Where has the Cardinal offense gone? They piled up 46 runs in their eight-game winning streak, but have been shut out in back-to-back games since then — the first time they’ve been blanked in consecutive games in a major league record 2,370 contests.
MLB Today: Randy Winn Taking Advantage of his Chances Read Post »
The Marlin offense isn’t exactly tearing the cover off the ball lately, yet Florida has won five of its last six games – including four one-run wins – to pull within a game and a half of the third-place Mets.
Random Notes for a Muggy Friday Afternoon Read Post »
In the heat of a division battle, Ozzie has to go with the hot hand and has there been any relief pitcher hotter than Putz lately? He hasn’t allowed a run since May 7 against the Jays – an amazing string of 25 consecutive scoreless outings. Check out your league waiver wire and get Putz rostered if he’s available.
Fantasy Notes: Wolf Devoured Read Post »
It sure looks like the Yankees are almost as unstoppable as they were in the playoffs last year. But with the Rays only 2.5 games back, the Pinstripers will have to keep playing hard and winning if they want to surpass them in the playoffs.
MLB Power Rankings: July 22 Read Post »
One of the biggest problems faced when looking at shallow leagues is trading. The strong starting rosters of all clubs makes trading a very difficult process and in your particular case the “inactive players” in your league further compounds the problem. I believe your best bet is to look to the waiver wire for your options.
Dear RotoRob: Pursue Trades or Work the Wire? Read Post »
Perez is currently owned in only 29 per cent of CBS leagues and for the life of me I can’t understand why it’s so few. He’s been extremely effective even when not closing games for the Indians, and Saturday he earned his eighth save of the season against the Tigers. Perez has the closer gig for at least the next two weeks so get him rostered in all formats and if and when Wood does reappear, continue to keep Perez rostered, as his next opportunity to earn saves for Cleveland won’t be that far down the road.
The Wire Troll: Back to Business Read Post »
