The panel is divided on this issue and it will be fascinating to see if the young catcher/DH can have a real impact on Seattle’s limp lineup.
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After all, pitching in hitting-friendly Chase Field he managed to chalk up a career-best 3.69 ERA and get back to double-digit wins for the first time since 2009.
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Early on, it sure looked like the ugliness of 2010 was going to carry on into 2011 for the Cards. Yes, they won their opener over Carolina, but then proceeded to drop their next six games, four of which were by four points or less. In two of the first three losses on that skid, ‘Zona let fourth-quarter leads slip away.
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That’s not to say advancements haven’t been made, however, as the gameplay has received a number of refinements to elevate the core experience. Perhaps the most noticeable change for longtime fans is in the alley-oop game. Now connecting with a soaring teammate is no longer a virtual two-point lock as oops will be swatted and would-be dunkers regularly shoved to the ground if you try to simply bully your way with lobs down the lane.
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Unfortunately, he struggled in the second half (hitting under .270 with just four homers in 150 at-bats), and the back once again became an issue, forcing Helton to shut it down early in September.
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With Week 15 coming up for Fantasy hockey owners, the realization that the “playoff push” is coming fast and furious should hit very hard. The injuries keep piling up for teams and with no end in sight, there are just times when you have to go so unconventional that even the best experts will wind up scratching their heads. It can be a time to completely tank some categories in the interest of saving others on your team.
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Thursday, he played a whopping 40 minutes and nailed three three-pointers with three assists and four boards as part of a 12-point game. Rush flashed potential with the Pacers, but now that he’s on the free-wheeling Warriors, he’s got a real chance to shine – at least for the time being. Some reports suggest that Curry may be back as soon as Sunday, but that sounds ridiculously optimistic. Expect Rush to hold this gig for the next week at least, after which he will resume his role as the sixth man, where he may still hold value in deeper leagues.
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