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I think tomorrow we need to begin discussions on the draft date
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And re: lineups, I'm fairly sure you don't have to start a lineup so you can construct whatever roster you want
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if he plays 160 games in 2013 at 3B, then it's a different discussion but we'll see
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Manny Machado played 109 games at AA in 2012, 104 at SS, he only moved to 3B b/c they were desperate at the ML level, it isn't hard for me to understand why he is SS eligible
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I think the rule is that anyone in a SP slot will not accumulate any RP stats.
Eckfords ⚾ on
January 6, 2013 5:59 PM
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Still a little unsure the eligibility rules were universally applied. Never understood how a guy like Machado still has SS eligibility?
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Also, the new rule is an SP has to be an SP, no longer in the RP slot, correct? If guys like Chapman or Shelby Miller are in the rotation, they can't be used in RP regardless of that eligibility, right?
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In other words, can I punt 3 active RP and just have three "extra" bench slots?
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True, but they would have to be eligible for those positions, correct? My real question was really about my bullpen. Have 3 open slots; looks like I'll have to fill them with RP regardless instead of just three extra bench spots
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point
Caimans 🐊 on
January 6, 2013 5:08 PM
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Not sure, but you can have minor league players in your active roster spots now so really a moot
Caimans 🐊 on
January 6, 2013 5:07 PM
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For instance, could you have 40 "minor" league players or 40 "bench" players? Does the bench expand to 40 if you don't use active roster spots?
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Roster question: I know you're obligated to spend a min of $1 on each of the 40 roster spots, but are you also required to use all active roster spots?
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Please watch this new VW commercial: http://goo.gl/XgPve
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Plus I have an irrational love for Hanson. Just think his swing is cool.
Eckfords ⚾ on
January 6, 2013 2:20 PM
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I think that's probably exactly right. Maybe Kinsler will have less wear and tear playing 1B, if that happens
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I think Kinsler was not quite as bad as his 2012 and Cano was not quite as good as his 2012. The key will be Garza, who could be either top-20 or useless.
Eckfords ⚾ on
January 6, 2013 1:31 PM
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Trey's preseason favorite, aka the kiss of death.
Eckfords ⚾ on
January 6, 2013 1:30 PM
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After replacing Hansen with Story, I like that deal for Durham. Quickly becoming the favorite (again)
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Cano may actually be underpriced. I don't remember what I traded him for now, but I likely didn't get enough
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Two pretty active Cano discussions going on. I realize the ask may be annoyingly high, but his production and durability relative to other 2B is just off the charts. Ideal franchise cornerstone.
Eckfords ⚾ on
January 6, 2013 11:12 AM
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Exactly correct, Lucky. He double-screwed me! Said he would play AFTER I cut him and stole most of Olt's playing time. I do not like Berkman...as if he played for the Sawx...
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Lucky Strikes's trading block has been updated!
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Olt to Braves for Teheran please.
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Just bitter because Berkman just stole Olt's playing time? http://www.mlbprospectwatch.com/mlb_prospect_watch/2013/01/berkman-signing-makes-mike-olt-expendable-trade-with-cubs-a-fit.html
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(sigh) Berkman, you liar. Retire already!
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Matt Moore had a starting job, and still put up 766 pts his rookie season. Profar doesn't have a starting gig. Moore hype isn't Profar hype.
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He's got hype. See Moore, Matt
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Under. He doesn't have a position and 17 ABs above AA.
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Auction Over/Under: Jurickson Profar @ $23
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Whoa
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You guys remember Eric Gagne? Remember his 2003 season? As a RP, he score an astounding 967 points!!!! (82 IP)
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Well, I'm pretty shocked, but here is Buster's top 10 bullpens in MLB: https://docs.google.com/open?id=0B_ZtHAySmntTTENVd2RINm82RDA
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Shoeless Joes's trading block has been updated!
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how would Strikes respond if he was in a league that only averaged one trade a week?
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Speaking trades, have to say yet again the frequency indicates that this is pretty much the best league ever. I'd be impressed if someone could find another league where all 12 owners are as engaged, knowledgeable, and communicative as this one.
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I will say that I got an EXTREMELY enticing offer for Cano today. He's not untouchable.
Eckfords ⚾ on
January 4, 2013 8:51 PM
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Yes, deeply.
Eckfords ⚾ on
January 4, 2013 8:50 PM
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Are you still miffed you didn't trade for Flores, Jed?
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I never want to read Wilmer Flores's name on a computer screen again. Damn, I just read it.
Eckfords ⚾ on
January 4, 2013 6:21 PM
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Durham is building another winner in 2013
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Durham Tobacconists's trading block has been updated!
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Yeah, they jumped on me pretty good
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Lucky upset the prospect gods this morning on Twitter. I laughed.
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Cute, Lucky...thinking your team will look anything like it does now at the end of the season. Cute.
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One of the reasons I went aggressive on the rebuild this season is because of something Wood said I think earlier; they can no longer be voted off. That should be interesting at season's end...
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Glad I rejected all those Wilmer Flores/Stephen Drew for Wheeler offers, lol...
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For as hard as I worked and as much as I gave up, I won't be trading Wheeler. Walker has the bigger ceiling but I think Wheeler has a better chance of reaching his own. I need some safer picks now that I'm all in on prospects.
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By taking the day off, he means he won't try to trade Wheeler just yet
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