Friday Chat Has Begun

Tom Kessenich · Post by **Tom Kessenich** » Fri Feb 03, 2006 7:24 am

I think he'll be decent but his defense is an issue and that could prevent him from keeping Cota out of the mix. I just don't know if he does anything real well -- he'll be OK in some categories and he shouldn't hurt you but I don't see a real standout player there.

Tom Kessenich · Post by **Tom Kessenich** » Fri Feb 03, 2006 7:25 am

Originally posted by Baum Threat:

okay - look at Glavine's 2nd half numbers last year - those rank him as one of the best pitchers in the National League. I have him for $3 - is there any way I throw him back?

Is Tommy G on the verge of a revival - just as he reaches the end of a long contract? I don't know about a revival. Keep in mind his two seasons with the Mets have both been one good half and one bad one -- they just were reversed last season. I think he's a good value for $3.

Terry H · Post by **Terry H** » Fri Feb 03, 2006 7:26 am

Most successful business's have a forward looking business plan, are you at liberty to give us a glimpse at what changes might be taking place in the NFBC say over the next five years?

GOD Loves You · Post by **GOD Loves You** » Fri Feb 03, 2006 7:27 am

How about Wilkerson, another guy I really liked until last year. Not that he is "special" but with the move to Texas....can you envision him returning to 30+ homeruns?

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Tom Kessenich · Post by **Tom Kessenich** » Fri Feb 03, 2006 7:27 am

Originally posted by Terry Haney:

Most successful business's have a forward looking business plan, are you at liberty to give us a glimpse at what changes might be taking place in the NFBC say over the next five years? We're always looking to grow and improve and I can't really talk too much about specific plans for the future I will say there is a potentially big development that we're hoping comes to fruition soon. Stay tuned.

Tom Kessenich · Post by **Tom Kessenich** » Fri Feb 03, 2006 7:28 am

Originally posted by GOD Loves You:

How about Wilkerson, another guy I really liked until last year. Not that he is "special" but with the move to Texas....can you envision him returning to 30+ homeruns? That wouldn't surprise me at all. He's going to a hitter's park and he has the talent to produce. He's definitely someone I'd target in drafts this season.

GOD Loves You · Post by **GOD Loves You** » Fri Feb 03, 2006 7:29 am

Originally posted by Tom Kessenich:

quote:Originally posted by Terry Haney:

Most successful business's have a forward looking business plan, are you at liberty to give us a glimpse at what changes might be taking place in the NFBC say over the next five years? We're always looking to grow and improve and I can't really talk too much about specific plans for the future I will say there is a potentially big development that we're hoping comes to fruition soon. Stay tuned. [/QUOTE]Sponorship from MLB and a $1,000,000 prize?

GOD Loves You · Post by **GOD Loves You** » Fri Feb 03, 2006 7:30 am

How long are you going to be in town when you come here for the draft?

Tom Kessenich · Post by **Tom Kessenich** » Fri Feb 03, 2006 7:31 am

Can't say what the development is.

I will be leaving Vegas on Thursday night and getting to Tampa bright and early Friday morning. I'll be there through Sunday night.

GOD Loves You · Post by **GOD Loves You** » Fri Feb 03, 2006 7:34 am

Originally posted by Tom Kessenich:

Can't say what the development is.

I will be leaving Vegas on Thursday night and getting to Tampa bright and early Friday morning. I'll be there through Sunday night. Has the Friday auction filled up yet?

Tom Kessenich · Post by **Tom Kessenich** » Fri Feb 03, 2006 7:35 am

Originally posted by GOD Loves You:

quote:Originally posted by Tom Kessenich:

Can't say what the development is.

I will be leaving Vegas on Thursday night and getting to Tampa bright and early Friday morning. I'll be there through Sunday night. Has the Friday auction filled up yet? [/QUOTE]Not in Tampa yet. We need to get more folks to jump in on Friday. So if folks are lurking out there and on the fence don't be afraid to jump in; the water's not cold. Not in Tampa.

Terry H · Post by **Terry H** » Fri Feb 03, 2006 7:39 am

The last couple years there was a group of ESPN fantasy gamers called Leaderboard Sports that were frequently mentioned on the boards and some of their members were the most active and IMO the most enjoyable to read, are they still an organized group? If so are they participating in this year's event? If so why haven't I heard them mentioned?

Tom Kessenich · Post by **Tom Kessenich** » Fri Feb 03, 2006 7:40 am

We still have a large number of Leaderboard guys who participated in all of our events. So they're definitely still around and active.

GOD Loves You · Post by **GOD Loves You** » Fri Feb 03, 2006 7:42 am

Originally posted by Terry Haney:

The last couple years there was a group of ESPN fantasy gamers called Leaderboard Sports that were frequently mentioned on the boards and some of their members were the most active and IMO the most enjoyable to read, are they still an organized group? If so are they participating in this year's event? If so why haven't I heard them mentioned? We had one in our Chicago NFFC league this year. Was funny to open up the Baseball mag and see him in there with Meatloaf...although I can't remember the guys name..Jim something I believe.

Terry H · Post by **Terry H** » Fri Feb 03, 2006 7:48 am

Best guess on who is the opening day closer for the following teams: Baltimore, Tampa Bay, Atlanta, Florida & Cincinnati?

GOD Loves You · Post by **GOD Loves You** » Fri Feb 03, 2006 7:51 am

Tom, have great weekend and a good Super Bowl...don't drink too much!

Tom Kessenich · Post by **Tom Kessenich** » Fri Feb 03, 2006 7:52 am

Originally posted by Terry Haney:

Best guess on who is the opening day closer for the following teams: Baltimore, Tampa Bay, Atlanta, Florida & Cincinnati? Ray

Orvella

Bowyer

WhoTheHellKnows

Tom Kessenich · Post by **Tom Kessenich** » Fri Feb 03, 2006 7:52 am

Originally posted by GOD Loves You:

Tom, have great weekend and a good Super Bowl...don't drink too much!

Thanks and I'll be good. Or I'll try at least.

I'm rooting for Holmgren and the Seahawks but mainly I just want it to be a good game.

Return of the Aces · Post by **Return of the Aces** » Fri Feb 03, 2006 7:54 am

Tom,

What is your opinion of Kenji Johijima, who was signed at catcher by the Mariners? Will he be another "Kaz" or "Hideki" Matsui?

Tom Kessenich · Post by **Tom Kessenich** » Fri Feb 03, 2006 7:55 am

He won't be the run producer that Hideki is; I don't see him flopping like Kaz has done. I think he'll be a good average hitter with modest run-production numbers.

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Return of the Aces · Post by **Return of the Aces** » Fri Feb 03, 2006 7:58 am

If Clemens has not committed, by the draft date, as to whether he will "retire again or unretire", where do you see him going in the draft?

Tom Kessenich · Post by **Tom Kessenich** » Fri Feb 03, 2006 8:01 am

Late. He's too risky to take too early but the potential would be too good to pass up in the later rounds.

Terry H · Post by **Terry H** » Fri Feb 03, 2006 8:01 am

Many 'can't miss' prospects struggle when they make it to the majors, how confident are that Prince Fielder will be a fantasy success this season?

Return of the Aces · Post by **Return of the Aces** » Fri Feb 03, 2006 8:03 am

Due to the decimation of the Marlins, where do you place Miguel Cabrera and Dontrelle Willis in the draft?

Terry H · Post by **Terry H** » Fri Feb 03, 2006 8:04 am

The Brewers starting rotation appears to be set up front with Sheets, Capuano & Davis, who between Ohka, Helling, Bush & Eveland fills it out?

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