GG II chat at 6pm 2nite!

Gordon Gekko II · Post by **Gordon Gekko II** » Wed Jan 21, 2009 12:00 pm

Another PM question (same guy): GG, now list some early round steals!!

Answer: How about early value plays from what I've seen from the early satellite leagues:

1. Peavy

2. CC Sab (I'm not a fan of the innings on his arm, but he had good skill growth last year and is now with the Yanks). People could be getting the #1SP in the mid to end of the 3RD ROUND!!

3. Berkman - Gets discounted every year.

4. Tex - his floor is better than most 1st rounders ceilings!

bjoak · Post by **bjoak** » Wed Jan 21, 2009 12:01 pm

Choose one and explain:

A good fantasy player

A) needs a good spouse/significant other for support and encouragement.

B) is better off living a single life for the time and focus.

C) will always be good regardless of his/her status.

D) Other

Gordon Gekko II · Post by **Gordon Gekko II** » Wed Jan 21, 2009 12:01 pm

Originally posted by bjoak:

Where will Ramirez, Dunn, and Sheets end up? It is hard to project players when you have no idea what their plans are! With the NFBC season 2 months away (and no satellites planned until I get up to speed), this is a question I don't have or need an answer too right now. sorry

Gordon Gekko II · Post by **Gordon Gekko II** » Wed Jan 21, 2009 12:04 pm

Originally posted by The Mighty Men:

My question is why do you post this:

"I just began my prep for 2009, but I feel like Neo in the Matrix."

when nobody believes you?

Ex. - you have knowledge and an opinion regarding Wieters.

p.s. - it is my job to point these things out.

No BS Jack. The season is 26 long weeks. over the course of the past two years, i've been to the point of exhaustion more than once. the last two years, a lot of my prep time was getting up to speed on the player pool (including minor league players). since i know the player pool very well, i can start my prep a little later than usual.

KJ Duke · Post by **KJ Duke** » Wed Jan 21, 2009 12:07 pm

Gekko - if you're a "real" expert, why wouldn't you join a big boys league where strategy decisions are exponential ? (see MLBC/5)

Navel Lint · Post by **Navel Lint** » Wed Jan 21, 2009 12:07 pm

If I read your Busts/Steals right.

Any pitcher in the first 2 rds is a bust,

CC Sab in rd 3 is a steal.

Can you explain?

Gordon Gekko II · Post by **Gordon Gekko II** » Wed Jan 21, 2009 12:09 pm

Originally posted by bjoak:

Choose one and explain:

A good fantasy player

A) needs a good spouse/significant other for support and encouragement.

B) is better off living a single life for the time and focus.

C) will always be good regardless of his/her status.

D) Other D - A good fantasy player needs a balanced team as much as they need a balanced life. Being married with a kid (and a little one on the way), helps keep my priorities in check.

if i was a college dude playing this game i'd

(1) be freaking out from coming so close to winnin the 100K twice and then stumbling at the end

(2) never be able to invest the amount of time needed to succeed because i was out partying, looking for a job, etc...

Gordon Gekko II · Post by **Gordon Gekko II** » Wed Jan 21, 2009 12:10 pm

Originally posted by KJ Duke:

Gekko - if you're a "real" expert, why wouldn't you join a big boys league where strategy decisions are exponential ? (see MLBC/5) honest answer - the time you guys are using to learn/play a new system is taking away from your NFBC prep time, which would accordingly, improve my chances at winning.

Purple Helmets · Post by **Purple Helmets** » Wed Jan 21, 2009 12:11 pm

What hurt you more last year in your pursuit of $100k...drafting Liriano or spending more than 1/2 of your FA dollars on Scherzer?

751542 · Post by **751542** » Wed Jan 21, 2009 12:12 pm

2 things....congrats on the little one on the way and wish you the best!!!!

2nd bjoak i think u missed the most important free agent available...abreu...cinci

dunn...wash

sheets...houst or nym

Gordon Gekko II · Post by **Gordon Gekko II** » Wed Jan 21, 2009 12:12 pm

Originally posted by rucrew2:

If I read your Busts/Steals right.

Any pitcher in the first 2 rds is a bust,

CC Sab in rd 3 is a steal.

Can you explain? it's all about opportunity cost. the offensive talent you are missing by taking CC in the 2nd is tough to replace. and heck, why take CC in the 2nd, when he's falling to the 3rd!!!

Gordon Gekko II · Post by **Gordon Gekko II** » Wed Jan 21, 2009 12:14 pm

Originally posted by rucrew2:

If I read your Busts/Steals right.

Any pitcher in the first 2 rds is a bust,

CC Sab in rd 3 is a steal.

Can you explain? and remember, my answer to the PM'ers question was in terms of 'value' plays, not steals.

KJ Duke · Post by **KJ Duke** » Wed Jan 21, 2009 12:15 pm

Originally posted by Gordon Gekko II:

quote:Originally posted by KJ Duke:

Gekko - if you're a "real" expert, why wouldn't you join a big boys league where strategy decisions are exponential ? (see MLBC/5) honest answer - the time you guys are using to learn/play a new system is taking away from your NFBC prep time, which would accordingly, improve my chances at winning. [/QUOTE]I've found the additional research adds depth to my NFBC prep. We'll find out in October.

see ya in vegas

Gordon Gekko II · Post by **Gordon Gekko II** » Wed Jan 21, 2009 12:16 pm

Originally posted by Purple Helmets:

What hurt you more last year in your pursuit of $100k...drafting Liriano or spending more than 1/2 of your FA dollars on Scherzer? hands down the Scherzer Swindle.

1. He's the biggest bust in fantasy baseball histroy

2. I had to keep him rostered the rest of the year

at least liriano dominated some weak ass lineups when he returned (and yes, i only played liriano AFTER he came back from the minors, i.e. his good run)

Gordon Gekko II · Post by **Gordon Gekko II** » Wed Jan 21, 2009 12:17 pm

Originally posted by RoundTrippers:

2 things....congrats on the little one on the way and wish you the best!!!!

thanks Rick. due date is August!! will i have enough time to multitask?!?!?!?!!?!? i'll have the laptop in the delivery room

Gordon Gekko II · Post by **Gordon Gekko II** » Wed Jan 21, 2009 12:19 pm

Originally posted by KJ Duke:

quote:Originally posted by Gordon Gekko II:

quote:Originally posted by KJ Duke:

Gekko - if you're a "real" expert, why wouldn't you join a big boys league where strategy decisions are exponential ? (see MLBC/5) honest answer - the time you guys are using to learn/play a new system is taking away from your NFBC prep time, which would accordingly, improve my chances at winning. [/QUOTE]I've found the additional research adds depth to my NFBC prep. We'll find out in October.

see ya in vegas [/QUOTE]i'm not sure how salary strategies will help you in the NFBC.

it does look like a cool concept, but all my memory banks are full of NFBC data/strategy.

Gordon Gekko II · Post by **Gordon Gekko II** » Wed Jan 21, 2009 12:24 pm

alright, we went a little overtime 2nite, but that's okay.

thanks for all the questions, and next time, i'll try to give more than 5 minutes notice

take care everyone

LONG GONE · Post by **LONG GONE** » Thu Jan 22, 2009 6:32 am

Rank in order of preference the cataory importance in this years draft? 1-10

1.Hr

2.Ave

3.Sv

and so on