In fairness, Marmol’s control – while still quite spotty – has been better this season, and his Ks have been just sick. So we’ll cut him a bit of slack, especially since he had been so sharp in July before this outing.
Random Notes for a Saturday Evening Read Post »
The two names that definitely stand out on your list are Beckham and Lopez. Both have struggled in the first half but are historically solid options at second base. Beckham went 2-for-3 with his fourth homer Thursday and looks to be heating up. Lopez has struggled, but don’t forget that just last year he managed 25 long balls and 96 RBI. He is also rumoured to be on the move with the Phillies being the suitors. A move to that park and the supporting offense could be huge for Lopez.
Dear RotoRob: Time to Cut S-Rod? Read Post »
It’s been a very interesting first half of the 2010 baseball season, with plenty of star rookies debuts to surprising All-Stars; let’s see what happens in the second half. Who will make the playoffs this year, and who will win the World Series?
MLB Power Rankings: All-Star Break Read Post »
When we last checked in on the Kansas City Royals a couple of weeks ago, we wondered whether they could still sink to the bottom of the AL Central. Well, to be fair, notwithstanding losing their final three games before the break against the seemingly unstoppable force that is the White Sox, they had actually been playing decently of late. Thanks to some recent woes by Minnesota, KC finds itself just seven games back of the third-place Twins and a somewhat comfortable five games ahead of fifth place Cleveland as we pause between the halves.
Gil Meche Making Progress Read Post »
Things are bad enough already. Keep in mind that just 10 days ago Minnesota was in first place in the AL Central. Now, it’s in third place, 3.5 games back of the super hot White Sox, who are a half game up on Detroit. Hell, even Kansas City, playing better of late, has pulled within seven games of the Twins, as inconceivable as it seems that the Royals could overtake Minny.
MLB Today: How Long do the Twins Stick with Nick Punto? Read Post »
It’s All-Star break time. Enjoy the festivities, but at the same time take this opportunity to do a thorough analysis of your Fantasy teams. The second half is just around the corner and plotting a solid strategy for the final portion of the season should be first and foremost on our minds. Remember folks, this great game is very quickly turning from a marathon into a sprint and making solid plans is imperative when attempting to achieve that goal of victory, only a scant ten weeks down the road.
The Wire Troll: Break it Down Read Post »
Bourn is what he is and his value hasn’t changed substantially this season. He currently has 28 thefts, has scored 51 runs and is sporting a .262 BA. If you have the need for speed, he is a solid player.
Dear RotoRob: Roster Ruminations Read Post »
