So I guess right about now, thousands of you are getting ready to pick your teams for the many fantasy leagues that have cropped up over the past 20 years or so. What a waste of time. (more…)
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Old School Fantasy Baseball
Written by: Splendid Splinter
March 18th, 2010 6 Comments
Fantasy Youngsters to Draft
Written by: Jerry O
March 17th, 2010 2 Comments
Jerry O says you should get to know Jason Heyward
It’s the most wonderful tiiiime of the year. Many of you probably have done a baseball draft or two already, but my big one is still two weeks away. 2009 was a transitional year for “The Blitz is On,” so this year we must produce. You all know about Pujols, Hanley, Lincecum, and on and on and on. But here are a few new faces that you ought to keep on your radar this year. (more…)
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Tags: Atlanta Braves, Austin Jackson, Buster Posey, Fantasy Baseball, Jason Heyward, sleepersPlay Ball – Bronx Bombers Look For More
Written by: Aris Sakellaridis
March 4th, 2010 1 Comment
Not quite full, but a nice crowd showed up at the Yankees Spring Training Opener vs. the Pittsburg Pirates. In a so far quiet pre- season, the 2009 Championship Trophy created a buzz as it was displayed on the field and later in the walk way between sections 111- 113 that became a Kodak moment for everyone.
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Brian McRae’s Spring Training Cheat Sheet
Written by: Bmac
March 2nd, 2010 1 Comment
Cacti and Grapefruits. One of my favorite times of the year. The Mets and the Braves kick off 2010 Spring Training games today at 1PM EST. Millions of fans get fired up at the thought of being able to watch their team in action, exhibition or not. Of course, it’s easy believe the hype of Spring Training stats once the actual season starts. Here’s my little cheat sheet on how to properly break down those numbers: (more…)
Posted in "From the Athletes Mouth", Rounding the Bases Tags: Arizona, Atlanta Braves, Braves, Brian McRae, Cactus League, Florida, Grapefruit League, Mets, MLB, New York Mets, Spring TrainingMariano Rivera Could Never Get Me Out
Written by: Splendid Splinter
February 18th, 2010 No Comments
So pitchers and catchers are now arriving in Florida and Arizona to get ready for the 2010 season. When I played I couldn’t wait to get to spring training in Florida, not because I wanted to do all those calisthenics and take fielding practice, but because I was able to get out on a boat and do some great deep sea fishing.
Speaking of fishing, it is astounding to me that Mariano Rivera continues to baffle major league hitters with just one pitch, a cut fastball. Make no mistake about it, he’s a great relief pitcher but he would have never dominated me, not with one pitch. (more…)