Monthly Archives: June 2008

Let’s continue to look at layers who are making their mark and evaluate whether they are good long-terms bets or not. George Sherrill was acquired from Seattle in the Erik Bedard deal. Sherrill had a good 2007 as a setup … Continue reading →

Most leagues where you know your opponents (as opposed to a CBS or Yahoo league where you are assigned to a league) allow keepers. I am in one league that allows five each year and another that allows 23, so … Continue reading →

On May 17, we looked at five underachievers: Andruw Jones, Robinson Cano, Barry Zito, Travis Hafner, and Kenji Johjima. Johjima and Cano have shown glimpses of life, but they are intermittent, at best. Jones and Hafner are battling injuries. And … Continue reading →

Super utility guys are the guys who seem to play everywhere on the field, but have no permanent position. They are in the lineup 5-6 times per week, but usually are just filling in for someone who is hurt or … Continue reading →

Are you missing out on the hot, young prospects? It’s OK and you can still benefit. Usually one owner in each league loves to grab the young studs and see how they do. Most owners are wary of the youngsters, … Continue reading →

The San Diego Padres called up Chase Headley and plan to give him the opportunity to establish himself. This kid is the real deal and should be a target for anyone looking for an outfielder with some pop. The switch-hitter … Continue reading →

Have you taken a good look at your waiver wire lately? I scanned the wire today in my three Yahoo “fun” leagues and found Troy Tulowitzki on two and Victor Martinez on one. These are definite grabs to stash on … Continue reading →

Many of us missed out on Jay Bruce. Most of us are actively looking for the next big thing to come down the pike. So lets look at a few who are good bets to have an impact in 2008. … Continue reading →

Both the Atlanta Braves and Milwaukee Brewers were considered to be contenders at the beginning of the season, but have been decimated by injuries. Neither team looks much like the squad that broke spring training and both have struggled to … Continue reading →

Let’s continue to look at the recent callups. Radhames Liz is a fireballing RHP for the Baltimore Orioles. He came up in 2006, but has always had control issues that have kept him from sticking. He’s got a nice curve … Continue reading →