Since coming back from a two-month DL stint, Estrada has looked super sharp (two starts, 11 IP, five hits, no walks, and only one earned run). Is it possible he’s going to duplicate his 2012 stretch run (3.12 in August and 2.63 in September last year)?
The Wire Troll: Lo and Behold, a Closer is Born in Houston Read Post »
Slowly, but surely, Rondon is starting to get it. Okay, so he lost his chance to break camp as the Tigers’ closer, but he’s generally been very strong since Detroit brought him back at the end of June. Sunday, he earned his first career win with two shutout innings, following that up with two perfect innings Wednesday and 1 1/3 hitless innings Friday. Rondon is now a deep AL-only league asset and remains a sweet keeper league consideration.
The Wire Troll: Justin Maxwell Enjoying Life in KC Read Post »
Calhoun has been absolutely feasting on the Jays’ pitching this weekend, going 7-for-15 with two homers, three RBI and one theft. He was enjoying an impressive year at Triple-A Salt Lake (with a flair for the dramatic, as you can see in the video below) and should generate some serious FAAB spending this weekend.
The Wire Troll: Kole Calhoun Raking for Halos Read Post »
This week, Tim McLeod made his triumphant return to RotoRob’s Fantasy Baseball Weekly Podcast, heard every Thursday at 9 p.m. EST on Blogtalkradio. Do you need any more reason to celebrate?
Podcast: Yovani Gallardo’s Nightmare Season Read Post »
This week is the MLB non-waiver trading deadline, so pay close attention to rumours and deals as they can have a huge impact on Fantasy value, especially when your closer suddenly gets moved somewhere and becomes a set-up man. D’oh! Who will be the buyers and sellers and what opportunities will be created out of the chaos? Monitor all the moves this week as there is certain to be opportunities that will provide your Fantasy squads a boost.
The Wire Troll: The Return of Juan Nicasio Read Post »
Yelich was gaining momentum back in May and unfortunately found his way to the DL with a strained abdominal muscle. He’s now back and tearing the cover off the ball at Double-A Jacksonville, so he should be promoted to Miami in the next 2-to-3 weeks. This kid is the real deal and buying in a bit early is a sure fire-way to save some of that FAAB for the trade deadline moves that are just around the corner.
The Wire Troll: Justin Smoak is on Fire Read Post »
Castro has made huge strides this season and is more than deserving to be selected for his first appearance in the mid-summer classic. At his current pace (12 homers, 31 RBI) Castro is set to vault into the top 10 at catcher in 2014.
2013 Wire Troll Mid-Season All-Star Team Read Post »
