Last nite, heard the news from my fellow Mets fans on facebook, arrived to AA for confirmation. Shell shocked it occurred for a moment. A range of motions: anger, unfairness, how the marlins are unworthy, etc. Had aol im going and sent an instant message to him so he won't gloat first. His reaction and subsequent message was very fascinating:

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Link to Fantasy Football League

Password: favreisadiva

Date and Time: Sun Sep 5th 1:45pm

Positions: QB, WR, WR, RB, RB, TE, W/R, K, Def

Point Values

Passing Yards	25 yards per point; 3 points at 300 yards; 4 points at 400 yards; 5 points at 500 yards
Passing Touchdowns	6
Interceptions	-1
Sacks	-1
Rushing Yards	10 yards per point; 3 points at 100 yards; 4 points at 150 yards; 5 points at 200 yards
Rushing Touchdowns	6
Receptions	1
Reception Yards	10 yards per point; 3 points at 100 yards; 4 points at 150 yards; 5 points at 200 yards
Reception Touchdowns	6
Return Yards	20 yards per point
Return Touchdowns	6
2-Point Conversions	2
Fumbles	-1
Fumbles Lost	-2
Offensive Fumble Return TD	6
	League Value
Field Goals 0-19 Yards	3
Field Goals 20-29 Yards	3
Field Goals 30-39 Yards	3
Field Goals 40-49 Yards	3
Field Goals 50+ Yards	3
Field Goals Missed 0-19 Yards	-1
Field Goals Missed 20-29 Yards	-1
Field Goals Missed 30-39 Yards	-1
Field Goals Missed 40-49 Yards	-1
Field Goals Missed 50+ Yards	-1
Point After Attempt Made	1
Point After Attempt Missed	-1
Defense/Special Teams
Sack	1
Interception	2
Fumble Recovery	2
Touchdown	6
Safety	4
Block Kick	3
Kickoff and Punt Return Touchdowns	6
Points Allowed 0 points	15
Points Allowed 1-6 points	8
Points Allowed 7-13 points	6
Points Allowed 14-20 points	3
Points Allowed 21-27 points	1
Points Allowed 28-34 points	-8
Points Allowed 35+ points	-15

Reasons to Sign-Up

1. Player Parity in Points - 1-2 star players does not mean dominance.  Point value is spread so strong performances of all, esp Defenses (some Defs are in the top 25 in point value) matters.
   
2. Week 17 does not count - Do not have to be worried of the championship decided by backups
3. Divisional Format - Regular season counts - Top 2 division leaders (out of 4) get byes and are seeded. Remaining teams that qualify will get seeds of 3,4,5,6.  Hence 6 out of 16 make it to playoffs.
4. Bonus Points - QB, WR, RB that have huge games get extra points of 3,4,5 (max of 12)

Only 6 spots left. What are you waiting for? Sign up!  I will check back for comments and open to minor tweeks if suitable.

Here is the info again to sign-up below:

Link to Fantasy Football League Password: Favreisadiva

Thanks for listening

Taken at its face value, the scene at the church is a mystery.  The 'Losties' meet up at the church which happens to be above Eloise's Dharma Initiative Lamp Post Station.  In an episode last season before Jack and Co. returned to the island, they met with Eloise who chartered the course and flight route to return to the island.  Now they have reached a 'consciousness' with their significant other (Jack/Kate, Sawyer/Juliet, Des/Penolpe, Hurly/Libby, etc.) and has a reunion of souls at the church.

What I have difficulty understanding (and I wonder if the Lost fans here know) is comprehending Jack's dad, Christian, when he said:

Christian: "This is the place you all made together so you can find one another. The most important part of your life, was the time you spent with these people. That's why all of you are here. Nobody does it alone, Jack. You needed all of them and they needed all of you."

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Jerry says Reyes should bat third in St. Louis.

 

- Tweet from Adam Rubin

 

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This season there are only 4 spots remaining.  The draft will be held on Sunday at 1:30pm on Yahoo.  Waited til the last possible day to have the draft to avoid a season ending injury to a drafted player i.e. Joe Nathan.  This is a live auction draft, roto standard 5x5 league.  Beginning to post the info everywhere so sign up fast.  Here is the information for access:

http://baseball.fantasysports.yahoo.com/b1/547269

ID#: 547269
password: bing

If you have any questions post them here and I will answer them.

We have played  half the number of games this season.  Time to grade the Mets.  Breaking into 3 categories.

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Currently I am in a roto league in need of power.  Had to trade up Nick Markakis to acquire closer Soria.  Hence, the lack of power (or potential power) down the road.

Well I picked up young Colby being a hot hitting prospect and him having an opportunity to start everyday.  Then Ankiel came back and now Colby is starting or PH.  This inconsistency is driving me bonkers for my daily league.  Is Rasmus simply just a 4th OF or will he be bonafide starter? 

"I think he’s still somewhat sore, more than anything else," Manuel said. "I’m not confident at all. I don’t want to be a pessimist, but because of the reoccurrence, it’s not comforting—or I’m not confident in the fact that it will be OK. But if it’s something we can manage, which is what we’re trying to do, then I’m OK with that."

Link

WHAT THE HECK DOES THAT MEAN?

Strong decisive leadership from JMan.  With gems like that, makes you wonder less of his decision making process during the game?

He will be talking about his new book "The Complete Game: Reflections on Baseball, Pitching, and Life on the Mound."

From the Daily Show website:

Ron Darling has been beloved by Mets fans since he helped his team win the 1986 World Series. Today he is considered one of the most articulate and insightful broadcasters in baseball, bringing the game to life in ways that few can match. Now he gives us an engaging, sophisticated, practical, and philosophical exploration of the art, strategy, and psychology of pitching.

Hoping for a tell all tale of the drugs, parties and club house shennanigans, but doubt any details be revealed unless your name is Jose Canseco.

ESPN has released an image of Obama's bracket.  As you can see it is not complete..after scrounging on the series of tubes, this is Obama's Final Four: Louisville, North Carolina, Memphis and Pittsburgh will be heading to Ford Field.

Some observations from the image:

• Andy Katz discussing with the President with what appears Andy's expression saying "Upset, Come on".
• Mich. St. in the Sweet Sixteen?!  Hmm either he knows something I don't know about the Big Ten or he is looking ahead to 2012.
• VCU with the upset over UCLA        
• Syracuse vs. Oklahoma with the winner losing to NC 

No Zags?  Where are the cinderellas?  Seems like a conservative liberal to me. Definitely going to fill a bracket out to see how I stack up against the Prez on ESPN. 

Watching the classic Sabres/Senators Brawl

I wondered what happened to that team.  Spunk and ferocity.  We are down in shots on goal and defensive toughness. Where is the fight?  Frustrating to watch the game when we have the potential to be better. 

What changed? My speculations

Losing leaders/studs Briere and Drury to Free Agency.

Golisano owning the Sabres and running it like one of his corporations - focus on keepin a bottom line instead of maintaining a high performance squad.  Our trade deadline acquisitions are ZZZZZ.  No major talent or play makers.  

Honestly will not be suprised if we finish 9th or 10th again.  

Adding our latest pitcher to the scrap heap

The only question I have is AAA or AA or A?

In 74 games with the Cardinals last year, Villone produced a 1-2 record with a 4.68 earned run average.

Come on.  Tim Redding, Livan Hernandez, Freddy Garcia, and now Ron Villone.  Mets are now the new dumping ground of yesteryear's talent.  

(Nightmare) Imagine if they were our starting rotation. Makes you miss Tom Glavine and Al Leiter's final season.

The future is Niese and Parnell, but I can see at least one positive.  This will increase the level of competition and make a difference if someone believes they have competition, especially for the 5th rotation spot which is up in the air. 

Peace

Cuseinadhuse