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Fantasy Roundtable #8 - The Ultimate League
commish@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
4/5/6/2008
This week Fantasy Baseball Geeks had the pleasure of hosting the Fantasy Roundtable and we were also responsible for coming up with this week's topic.
THE TOPIC: If you could only play in one fantasy baseball league a year, what type of league would you want to participate in? Draft vs. Auction, Keeper vs.
Redraft vs. Dynasty, Roto vs. H2H vs. Points vs. Other, Mixed vs. AL vs. NL, "Expert" vs. Friends, How many teams.....
Also check back next week as the Fantasy Baseball Geeks host their first roundtable discussion...........................
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Flying High!
... picking the waiver wire clean, one pitcher
at a time.
raven@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
5/5/2008
This is the third edition of a regular feature here on www.fantasybaseballgeeks.com ... Flying High! Every couple of weeks this crazy Raven recaps a
few pitchers who *might* be available on your league's waiver wire and give you a bird's eye view of what to expect if you add them to your roster.................
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Free Agent Trends - Week 6
doubledown@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
5/4/2008
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Most Added - We are just entering May and already the influx of minor league prospects is astounding. The veterans had better step up, as there is
some serious talent on the rise. The Mariners have decided to promote highly touted youngster Jeff Clement who will see time at C and DH..........................
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Futures Report
commish@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
5/2/2008
...And just like that we have one month of the baseball season already in the books. This week we will take another look at our six favorite minor league pitchers.
In addition, just like we did last year, the first Futures Report of each month will have the Top 25 prospects revealed in the Futures Rankings. ..........................
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FBG Players of the Week
slumpbuster@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
4/30/2008
With Week 4 wrapped up, there was a hotly contested competition for the top pitching spot and a run-away in the hitting category.
Hitter of the Week
Jayson Werth had a good week. And if you had him on your team, you got more than you could have hoped for. ........................
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Futures Report
commish@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
4/28/2008
Insider Information
Top Oakland A's prospect Carlos Gonzalez has not played since Monday after he injured his hand in a 9th inning AB. Prior to that injury,
which has currently left him day to day, Gonzalez was on fire for the AAA Sacramento River Cats. In his last 10 games, he has posted a .357/7/7/2/0 line.
Gonzalez is going to be ready to contribute soon in Oakland. ..........................
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RP Rankings
commish@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
4/27/2008
These rankings are based on value for the remainder of the 2008 season. Value as a keeper is not factored into the rankings.
This is to be used as a guide to who to target in a trades and who will over/under perform for the remainder of the season in comparison to the portion of the season that has already taken place.........................
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SP Rankings
commish@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
4/27/2008
These rankings are based on value for the remainder of the 2008 season. Value as a keeper is not factored into the rankings.
This is to be used as a guide to who to target in a trades and who will over/under perform for the remainder of the season in comparison to the portion of the season that has already taken place.........................
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OF Rankings
commish@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
4/27/2008
These rankings are based on value for the remainder of the 2008 season. Value as a keeper is not factored into the rankings.
This is to be used as a guide to who to target in a trades and who will over/under perform for the remainder of the season in comparison to the portion of the season that has already taken place.........................
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Free Agent Trends - Week 5
doubledown@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
4/27/2008
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Most Added - Dioneer Navarro is back from the DL and should be considered in AL only leagues. He finished '07 in style by mashing 8 HR after the All-Star break. J.R. Towles was near the top of most sleeper lists heading into '08
and with good reason. He has double digit SB and HR potential making him a worthwhile addition in all formats. Once the steals pick up he will finish the season as a Top 10 catcher. .........................
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SS Rankings
commish@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
4/25/2008
These rankings are based on value for the remainder of the 2008 season. Value as a keeper is not factored into the rankings.
This is to be used as a guide to who to target in a trades and who will over/under perform for the remainder of the season in comparison to the portion of the season that has already taken place.........................
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DH Rankings
commish@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
4/25/2008
These rankings are based on value for the remainder of the 2008 season. Value as a keeper is not factored into the rankings.
This is to be used as a guide to who to target in a trades and who will over/under perform for the remainder of the season in comparison to the portion of the season that has already taken place.........................
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3B Rankings
commish@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
4/23/2008
These rankings are based on value for the remainder of the 2008 season. Value as a keeper is not factored into the rankings.
This is to be used as a guide to who to target in a trades and who will over/under perform for the remainder of the season in comparison to the portion of the season that has already taken place.........................
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2B Rankings
commish@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
4/23/2008
These rankings are based on value for the remainder of the 2008 season. Value as a keeper is not factored into the rankings.
This is to be used as a guide to who to target in a trades and who will over/under perform for the remainder of the season in comparison to the portion of the season that has already taken place.........................
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Catcher Rankings
commish@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
4/23/2008
These rankings are based on value for the remainder of the 2008 season. Value as a keeper is not factored into the rankings.
This is to be used as a guide to who to target in a trades and who will over/under perform for the remainder of the season in comparison to the portion of the season that has already taken place.........................
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1B Rankings
commish@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
4/23/2008
These rankings are based on value for the remainder of the 2008 season. Value as a keeper is not factored into the rankings.
This is to be used as a guide to who to target in a trades and who will over/under perform for the remainder of the season in comparison to the portion of the season that has already taken place.........................
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FBG Players of the Week
slumpbuster@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
4/22/2008
With the third scoring period over, I give to you the Fantasy Players of the week. There will be certain weeks where the MLB Players of the
Week will be the same as those chosen here. However, this is all about the fantasy world. I am forced to overlook game winning performances and take solely in to account, the gaudy numbers........................
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Flying High!
... picking the waiver wire clean, one pitcher
at a time.
raven@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
4/21/2008
This is the second edition of a regular feature here on www.fantasybaseballgeeks.com ... Flying High! Every couple of weeks this crazy Raven recaps a few pitchers who *might* be available on your league's waiver wire and give you a bird's eye view of what to expect if you add them to your roster................
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jediknight@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
4/20/2008
Yovani Gallardo - SP - Milwaukee
Gallardo makes his first start on Sunday after starting the year on the DL with torn cartilage in his knee. While it may be wise to take a wait-and-see approach in terms
of putting him into your active lineup, Gallardo is a must-own in any format due to his high potential. Be ready for some rough nights from the ...................
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Free Agent Trends - Week 4
doubledown@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
4/19/2008
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Most Added - Mike Napoli has become a staple in the most added catcher space. M-Nap (I am reaching) has already launched 4 jacks as we enter scoring period 4,
which ties him with Brian McCann for the most at this position. He is a veritable lock for 20 HR and has to be considered in all .........................
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Futures Report
commish@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
4/19/2008
Each healthy Ace received only one start this past week, with no one throwing anything resembling a gem. But here is this week's run down with any relevant buzz that I can pass along. #1 Ace Clayton Kershaw fell to 0-3 on the season, but had a decent outing. His 11.57 K/9 rate is still heartening, but ..........................
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FBG Players of the Week
slumpbuster@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
4/14/2008
Each week, from now to the end of the season, you can check in right here to find out the Fantasy Baseball Geeks weekly award winners for top performers in hitting and pitching categories.
With Week 2, hours away from being in the books, I have poured over the numbers and am proud to present to you this week's winners.......................
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jediknight@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
4/13/2008
Justin Upton - OF - Arizona
Maybe we won't have to wait for Upton to reach his much talked-about potential. The Diamondbacks' rookie has four home
runs in 38 at-bats this season and has driven in eleven runs. Even with the amount of hype that followed Upton to the big leagues, I'm not sure anyone expected this kind of start. ..................
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Free Agent Trends - Week 3
doubledown@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
4/13/2008
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Most Added - Jason Kendall is grooving like it was 1999 when
he posted a .332 BA in 280 AB's.
He could still sneak 10 steals for you, but Kendall should only be used on
NL only rosters or leagues requiring two backstops. The .400+ average will
soon look a lot like .280 if your lucky.........................
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Futures Report
commish@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
4/11/2008
Finally, we have had a few days full of games. No more game, no game, game, no game schedules. The major league baseball season is finally in full swing. Also, getting in gear is a full slate of full season minor league action.
So as always, we will start things off by tracking this year's Six Pack of Aces and give you a run down on some of the other action down on the farm..........................
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Flying High!
... picking the waiver wire clean, one pitcher
at a time.
raven@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
1/7/2008
The season is underway and already the savvy Raven is soaring above the crowd
in hopes of swooping down on a free meal J The waiver wire normally has at least
a few potentially delicious arms to offer and knowing which ones will be gourmet
meals and...............
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Free Agent Trends - Week 2
doubledown@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
4/6/2008
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Most Added - A.J. Pierzynski has gotten off to a terrific start posting a .529 BA while depositing 2 HR and 7 RBI in less than a week of action. A.J. is a lock for
mid teens HR's, but is really only a........................
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Futures Report
commish@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
4/4/2008
It is time to reveal 2008's Six Pack of Aces. Last season we tracked the progress of some of the biggest pitching prospects in the game: Lincecum, Gallardo, Hughes, Bailey,
Andrew & Adam Miller. All except for Adam Miller, due to injury, made it to the Show in 2007 and three of them were fantasy must haves this off season..........................
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Widespread Panic
doubledown@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
4/1/2008
Following last week's soft opening for the MLB season we had to halt our roto-emotions and wait for Sunday night. We are now in full swing and ready for the streaks to begin and the slumps to start.
This article will be short & sweet and will reveal some shocking stories that
will unfold over the coming weeks. Can you hear it? ........................
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Fantasy News Roundup
jediknight@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
3/30/2008
Josh Beckett - SP - Boston
Beckett's rehab has moved along with no setbacks and the Sox expect their top gun to take the mound next weekend.
Weekly lineups should include Beckett as he seems to be healthy and ready to help defend the Sox 2007 Championship..................
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Geek Predictions
12angrygeeks@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
3/30/2008
Hitting MVP, Pitching MVP, Biggest Fantasy Bust,
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How They'll Finish
weekendwarrior@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
3/28/2008
With the season already getting off to a premature start, thanks to Bud Selig's Japanese carnival , we're
going to play a little catch up and predict who will still be standing come October.
I know, this has nothing to do with fantasy baseball, but I am the Weekend Warrior
remember and................
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Rising Sun Recap
doubledown@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
3/27/2008
MLB is once again continuing to go global and began its regular season in the Land of the Rising Sun on March 25th. The Tokyo Dome was the site of this two-day action packed series.
The fantasy season is by no means a sprint, but it is at least fun to take a quick peak at some early results and their Roto-impact.......................
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Futures Report
commish@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
3/26/2008
After a long hibernation, the Futures Report is back. And what better way to bring the weekly column back, than with a Top 50 Prospects List.
Next week we will reveal this year's Six Pack of Aces, but for this week let's get into the list. And remember to keep checking back every Friday
during the season for your one stop shopping guide for all your prospect needs. ..........................
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jediknight@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
3/24/2008
Kerry Wood - RP - Chicago Cubs
Confirming expectations, Wood was named closer today by Cubs manager, Lou Piniella. Owners who drafted Wood with the hope that he would get the nod
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Building a "Dynasty"
raven@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
3/24/2008
A unique type of fantasy baseball league, "Dynasty" leagues feature an intense focus on developing a strong minor league pool of (hopefully) future stars. Players can be drafted while still
in high school, college, or the low minors, long before they arrive in the majors and owners can keep these young kids for years as they develop and progress.
These leagues are not for the faint of heart - determining an experienced major leaguer's
value from year-to-year is a daunting task, but ...............
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Free Agent Trends - Week 1
doubledown@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
3/23/2008
CATCHER
Most Added - This is a roll call for trendy sleeper picks at the catcher position. Geovany
Soto has been gaining experience in the Cubs farm system since 2001
at age 18. Now at 25 he is in possession of the catching duties full time
at Wrigley. He has 20 HR power and could have his......................
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Truth or Dare
devilsadvocate@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
3/22/2008
Your leader and self proclaimed #1 ranked Fantasy Baseball Owner in the world is back and better than ever. I have been ostracized by the 12 Angry Geeks
and basically have my loyal and demanding following to thank for my continued ability to post on this site...........................
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Save Yourself - Volume 2
commish@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
3/22/2008
We will close out our tour of major league bullpens by looking at the 16 pens
of the National League. While the American League boasts the Closers cream of
the crop, there is much more depth and more possible bargains to be had in the
NL. The #1 closer in the NL, is only the #5 closer on my..........................
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2 Catchers are 1 Pain
doubledown@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
3/19/2008
Many owners face the challenge of having to start two catchers in their line-up each week. Typically I advise that you wait until the later rounds to draft
your weak hitting backstop, so now what are you supposed to do if you need a pair of them? I would argue the same thing, but instead of drafting one late you
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Father Time
weekendwarrior@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
3/19/2008
With the official start of the 2008 season less than a week away, it's time to
look at some of the issues that could be concerns as we approach Opening Day................
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Expert League Results
commish@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
3/18/2008
As some of you know, two Mondays ago I was invited to participate in my first "experts" league draft. The league is a 5X5 Head-to-Head style league.
While H2H is not my preferred league type it will be fun to go head to head with some of the brightest minds in the fantasy baseball business.........................
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jediknight@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
3/17/2008
John Lackey - SP - Anaheim
Lackey was diagnosed yesterday with strained triceps; a different
injury than the elbow soreness that has bothered him this spring. He is scheduled
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I Did it MI Way
doubledown@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
3/16/2008
At this point you have probably gotten your fill of the standard menu of draft prep articles or blogs from all of the resources you trust.
I am going to try to deliver some value on a topic that I personally felt unprepared for at a recent draft. ......................
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Save Yourself - Volume 1
commish@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
3/13/2008
It is time to take a tour of all of the bullpens across the majors. By now,
everyone should have an understanding of who the closer will be when the season
opens. But as so often happens, the pitcher who opens the season closing
isn't always
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Over & Under Valued Players
theprofessor@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
3/11/2008
Spring training is in full swing now and many of you will begin your auctions
and drafts this weekend. Make sure you have done your homework because there
are plenty of new faces to keep an eye on this season as the talent pool is getting
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Almost Ready for Prime Time
doubledown@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
3/9/2008
The best way to finish in the middle of the pack for your league is to take a list of last seasons stats and production and compile your rankings based solely upon it.
Sadly most ranking "cheat sheets" do just that. Today we are going to take a
look at a handful of young players that are primed to take a pretty ......................
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Oh, What a Relief It Is
raven@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
3/8/2008
Perhaps the most difficult position to analyze, at least any analysis beyond the obvious standouts, would be the tenuous position of "closer" for
an MLB team. Unlike most positional predictions, which generally include success
in the minors, or even in college, the majority of closers in the ...............
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ADP Top 12
doubledown@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
3/5/2008
This week we are going to take look at the Top 12 current average draft picks (ADP) for Mixed Leagues using a 5X5 format. Our friends at www.mockdraftcentral.com post
this information and other trends that are developing in hundreds of mocks. I am not going to try and reinvent the wheel, but instead will give my take on the Top12.
You voted America - this is Fantasy Baseball Idol. .....................
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Discount Shopping
two-seamsally@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
2/29/2008
Free-agent right-hander Bartolo Colon has a minor league deal with the Red Sox. Now you may think they're crazy, what with his injury plagued season
since his Cy Young run. And you'd be right. In his last 19 games with the Angels he had a 6.28 ERA and a 6-8 record...............................
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Starting Pitcher
Rankings
rotopimp@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
2/27/2008
Our last installment of the Geeks' Pre-Season Rankings is
finally here. Please remember to check back during the season as we
continue to rank all the positions throughout the course of the season. These
rankings will assist you in managing your team for the entire marathon that
is the fantasy baseball season........................
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Rankings
rotopimp@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
2/26/2008
It is once again that time of year: Fantasy Baseball Draft Preparation Time. It's the time of year where every fantasy owner has aspirations of championship trophies,
armored trucks filled with cash winnings and of course bragging rights........................
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Relief Pitcher
Rankings
rotopimp@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
2/26/2008
It is once again that time of year: Fantasy Baseball Draft Preparation Time. It's the time of year where every fantasy owner has aspirations of championship trophies,
armored trucks filled with cash winnings and of course bragging rights........................
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Got a buck? Try Your Luck!
raven@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
2/24/2008
In the past, we have talked a bit about the aces in MLB and we have pretty thoroughly covered some "value" picks that will be popular, but may be drafted a bit later or
purchased a little cheaper than their 2008 stats would warrant...............
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The Waiting is the Hardest Part
doubledown@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
2/24/2008
Death, taxes, and Johan Santana being the first pitcher off the board are about the only guarantees you need to know. That is actually only the
first thing you need to know - this week we are going to .....................
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Base Rankings
rotopimp@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
2/24/2008
It is once again that time of year: Fantasy Baseball Draft Preparation Time. It's the time of year where every fantasy owner has aspirations of championship trophies,
armored trucks filled with cash winnings and of course bragging rights........................
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Rankings
rotopimp@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
2/24/2008
It is once again that time of year: Fantasy Baseball Draft Preparation Time. It's the time of year where every fantasy owner has aspirations of championship trophies,
armored trucks filled with cash winnings and of course bragging rights........................
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Rankings
commish@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
2/24/2008
It is once again that time of year: Fantasy Baseball Draft Preparation Time. It's the time of year where every fantasy owner has aspirations of championship trophies,
armored trucks filled with cash winnings and of course bragging rights........................
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Base Rankings
rotopimp@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
2/24/2008
It is once again that time of year: Fantasy Baseball Draft Preparation Time. It's the time of year where every fantasy owner has aspirations of championship trophies,
armored trucks filled with cash winnings and of course bragging rights........................
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First Base Rankings
rotopimp@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
2/23/2008
It is once again that time of year: Fantasy Baseball Draft Preparation Time. It's the time of year where every fantasy owner has aspirations of championship trophies,
armored trucks filled with cash winnings and of course bragging rights........................
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Catcher Rankings
rotopimp@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
2/22/2008
It is once again that time of year: Fantasy Baseball Draft Preparation Time. It's the time of year where every fantasy owner has aspirations of championship trophies,
armored trucks filled with cash winnings and of course bragging rights........................
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Geek Draft
Two-SeamSally@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
2/21/2008
ROUND ONE: So I had a plan going in. With the 6th pick I had my fingers crossed for Matt
Holliday and sure enough, he was there.......................
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Magic Number
slumpbuster@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
2/20/2008
Let me throw some names at you. Josh Beckett, Jake Peavy, Dan Haren, Carlos Zambrano, C.C. Sabathia. No, these aren't
my preseason picks for Cy Young contenders. Well, actually they might be, however
they all have something else in common. Fat wallets? Yeah, that too. But ......................
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Agree to Disagree
doubledown@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
2/17/2008
Our passion, fantasy baseball, is all about lists. We rank players and make projections based on all sorts of criteria. Today we will be taking a
look at one player at each position that I feel should drop out of your Top 10 at that position as well as a player that I feel should be added.....................
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Fantasy Causing Recession?
doubledown@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
2/12/2008
The US is at a turning point as we sift through data that in most cases means
nothing to the average person. The big fear is that we are in or are entering
a dreaded recession. A recession is defined as a decline in a country's gross
domestic product (GDP)....................
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Out Geeking the Geeks
benchwarmer@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
2/8/2008
During the course of every single draft I take part in I try to target players
that I think have a good chance to make a bigger impact than their current ranking
warrants. The 1st annual Fantasybaseballgeeks.com draft was a great example of
my draft strategy. ..................
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It Takes a Thief
brahmabull@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
2/6/2008
I couldn't refuse the invitation to participate in the "Geeks" first annual draft. These guys are friends of mine and we've competed against one another
over the past 6 years. They all know their stuff, so I knew this was going to be a challenge. Or so I thought.................
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K.I.S.S.
weekendwarrior@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
2/6/2008
So by now, I'm sure you've read everyone else's reviews of their draft and how good or bad they feel their team is. And if you're like them, you've spent
numerous hours researching the latest hidden talent or how well Mark Prior's
rehab is coming along (not well) so you could ..............
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Draft Secrets - Revealed
doubledown@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
2/5/2008
On January 30th the 12 Angry Geeks let it all hang out during our first annual draft. The basic rules are as follows: 12 teams, 5X5 format,
no bench, 23 rounds (2 catchers), and limited drop adds during the season. To put it bluntly you had to bring you're A-Game or you would be left in the dust.
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Geek Draft Analysis #6
commish@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
2/4/2008
On January 30th the 12 Angry Geeks let it all hang out during our first annual draft. The basic rules are as follows: 12 teams, 5X5 format, no bench, 23 rounds (2 catchers),
and limited drop adds during the season.
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Looking to Steal the Draft
jediknight@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
2/4/2008
In the four years that I have been drafting fantasy baseball teams, there has been one clear trait that defined my teams - a lack of speed.
So as the Geeks assembled for our 2008 mock draft I decided that was going to change. This time I would make a concerted effort to grab as many base stealers as possible.
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Mocking My Draft
raven@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
2/2/2008
First things first, drafting, as opposed to an auction, is a very different animal!
On 30 January, the Geeks held a mock draft. What they didn't tell me was the draft would end up mocking the Raven and if there was a bit of mocking going on,
it was most assuredly well deserved!..............
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Draft Report Card
theprofessor@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
2/1/2008
Well, we had our first mock draft of the year here at FantasyBaseballGeeks.com and I think from top to bottom my colleagues showed a great
amount of knowledge in the early goings of the season. We're not even at the Super Bowl yet and the feel of the night was that of a late March draft..............
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Success Stories from the Draft
slumpbuster@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
2/1/2008
Well, I did it. Followed my own advice and it paid off. Kept it simple, stuck to the game plan, and now all that's left to do is to sit back and reap the rewards.
For those of you that weren't tuning in, and were unaware (I know there's a couple of you out there.), the Geeks held their draft Wednesday night.............
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1st Annual Fantasy Baseball Geeks Draft
draft@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
1/30/2008
On a day that will go down as an historical moment in the annals of fantasy baseball, the 12 Geeks got together and held their first ever draft.
Here are the results of that draft. In the coming days look for team by team analysis of how each Geek thought they fared............
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Draft Day Prep for Rookie Owners
slumpbuster@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
1/30/2008
Can you hear that? It's the sound of office printers working a little harder. Whispers in the honeycomb of cubicle cities. Overly boisterous barroom conversations where
everyone is an expert. It's not Election '08 that's on everyone's lips. ...........continued
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Who Should be a 2008 Ace?
commish@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
1/26/2008
As many of you know, last year we highlighted 6 of the top minor league arms in the Futures Report on a weekly basis.
The Six-Pack of Aces was a popular feature in 2007 and in 2008 I would like some input from you as to which pitching prospects should comprise
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Baseball Dinosaurs
doubledown@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
1/21/2008
Let's face it the words "diminishing skills" are the last thing a hard working veteran wants to hear from a scout. Even though all players
eventually have to pass the torch many of these aging stars can still deliver. In today's article we will examine players that are age 35 and over and discuss their value for fantasy purposes...........continued
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Frances McDormand All-Stars
commish@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
1/16/2008
Fargo, Almost Famous, Wonder Boys, Primal Fear, Short Cuts, Laurel Canyon, Mississippi's
Burning, Raising Arizona, Blood Simple. This list of "must see movies" to "all
time classics" all have one thing in common: Frances McDormand..........continued
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2007
Disappointments = 2008 Values
doubledown@fantasybaseballgeeks.com -
1/13/2008
2007 is long gone and hard to find, but the carnage left by some of the draft
day disappointments lives on for many of us. Each year players underperform .
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