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Just read the complaint. Wow, nuclear is right. Although I am not surprised he'd take a few shots at Selig, those portions were particularly antagonistic. ARod can hire all the lawyers he wants, I can't see this ending well for him. Sure hope all of MLB's evidence against ARod comes out. I'm so sick...

Some things I'm thinking about going forward are: (1) placing a greater emphasis on youth in this supposedly PED free era; (2) while I understand that many adhere to the two highly-ranked starters approach, and I may follow it when circumstances warrant it, I'm more interested this coming year in na...

ROUND 1 1/1- Michael Nelson Trout-OF-LA Angels 1/2 - Miguel Cabrera, 3B, DET 1/3 -Paul Goldschmidt, 1B, ARZ 1/4 - Chris Davis, 1B, BAL 1/5 - Andrew McCutchen, OF, PIT 1/6-Robby Cano, 2B, highest bidder 1/7 - Clayton Kershaw, P, LAD 1/8 - Carlos Gonzalez, OF, COL 1/9 - Ryan Braun, OF, MLW 1/10n- Ada...

Eric drafted from the 7th spot in the March 24th Rotowire Fantasy Baseball Online Championship. Interestingly, that was his 7th preference, but it worked out well. Here's his draft: Round 1 - Andrew McCutchen Round 2 - Clayton Kershaw Round 3 - Yu Darvish Round 4 - Jacoby Ellsbury Round 5 - Aroldis...

Richard Van Fleet of La Jolla, California won our 2013 NFBC Draft Champions National Championship and the $16,000 grand prize, beating out a record 1,844 other teams for the title. This was an amazingly close race to the finish as one-half point separated the top two teams with only two days of the...

I have multiple scenarios in multiple leagues at play tonight, so I won't bother detailing them, but did want to comment just how incredible it seems to have so many categories in so many leagues still in play at this point in the season. Just like regular baseball, although the games in September m...

Bronx- I sort of like prince/miggy but prince- as of today- is player 50 on player rater- and at the only deep hitting position in baseball. I think that is why he wasn't picked. You're definitely right that Prince has fallen based on his 2013 performance. I guess it depends how you look at it. I t...

Round Two of the Pre-Mature League Draft..... 2/1- Matt Carpenter, 2B, 3B, STL 2/2 - Troy Tulowitzki, SS, COL 2/3 - Jay Bruce, OF, CIN 2/4 - Adrian Beltre 3b TEX 2/5 - Yasiel Puig, OF, LAD 2/6 - Edwin Encarnacion 1B, TOR 2/7 - Jose Reyes, SS, TOR 2/8 - Yu Darvish, P, TEX 2/9 - Jason Kipnis, 2B, CLE...

Agreed. The only way Jeter retires is if his health is gone. Also, he will not play for another team. He will retire as a Yankee, but, health permitting, I think he thinks he has several more good years. "several" ?? Really? That's really optimistic. I agree, but, note that I didn't say I think Jet...

Jeter is a gamer and would like to go out on top, just like MO. If he is healthy next year, which I expect he will be, he will put up some of his best hitting numbers. After next year is anyones guess. You dont become a sure fire HOF player and one of the best ones ever, without drive, skill and ye...

Dan - I gave you a few hours this morning but I'm still not seeing a Joey Votto thread based on last night's game so I thought I would start one for you. :D Your boy, Joey, had quite the game last night - he was on base five times and did not make a single out. On the other hand, his line reads: 0 f...

Amen! A rare combination of athletic excellence and a truly great person. We may never see a relief pitcher exhibit such sustained excellence. As Yankees fans, we have been honored, and spoiled, to have Mo as our closer for almost two decades. Although I think Robertson will do OK as a closer, that ...

No worries Glenn. I'm impressed you and others can find time to deal with fantasy football during the penant and fantasy baeball league races. I understand your preference for leagues with free agency, although I also like the challenge of using 50 rounds to build (or attempt to build) a team that c...

Can't stand undisclosed injuries. Debated whether to drop Maholm, who I'm not crazy about anyway, but decided to keep him for this week due to favorable matchup with Padres. Of course, now we find out he is hurt and his start canceled. A completely wasted slot for an entire week. Also had not seen a...

Here is my snippet that caught my attention yesterday when I was scoreboard watching. If ever a situation summarizes a player's fantasy season, this is it. The score: Braves 4 Marlins 3. The situation: Braves up in top of 8th inning. Man on second base with two outs. What happened: The Marlins inten...

Interesting take, Dan. I agree with your friend - the Boards seem unnaturally quiet during this critical stretch run. Thanks again for your posts - they frequently entertain and often educate. I would think at a minimum there'd be more griping on the Boards about various end-of-the-year decisions (l...

Glenn - Just wanted to assure you that your blog is being read and enjoyed. Your juggling of so many high stakes leagues, and fantastic success in them, is very impressive. I also like how you are continuing to compete in all of your leagues, even when the chance of cashing in is remote for a few of...

I will bite! Pitchers - Scherzer, Kershaw, Wainwright, Darvish, Strasburg. One who could sneak in their late could be Chris Sale. Also, a gambler might grab Kimbrel as there are so few solid save sources. Probably won't, but maybe. Second round dominated by pitchers and third basemen. 1B - Miguel C...

The Braves apparently announced today that they are skipping Mike Minor's start this week. Under the current rules, all teams with Minor in their starting lineup (including two of mine :x ) are screwed and stuck with a zero-start pitcher. Dan's proposed rule change would at least let those teams sal...

Third time's the charm. Man on third with two outs. Intentionally walked Miggy. Fielder makes third out. Lesson learned.

Mike

Third inning. Man on second. Two outs. Miggy up. Surely they walk him now with the open base? Nope. Result: RBI single. So predictable. Prince strikes out next by the way. I know Bruce Chen is having a good year (don't really understand how, but that's another story) but, I'm sorry, there is no way ...

Miggy just did it again! Two-run homer in first inning. Simply incredible!

I have found that the longer I play this game, the less I rely on ADP. I understand the general usefulness of knowing about where players tend to be drafted but, at least for me, it has been more of a hindrance than a help. For instance, there were times when I really liked a guy in the sixth round ...

I agree. I love the Yankees but can't root for ARod. I find myself watching the Yanks and rooting for most of them to get base hits, but then being very pleased if/when ARod strikes out. I guess I am looking for them to make a run but don't want ARod to have any role in any success they may have. I ...

Thanks, Dan. That was great. A veritable history lesson for us latecomers to the NFBC. Much appreciated.

Mike