SB Nation User Blog: jfish26101

2009 Total Values?

jfish26101 — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 14:49:25 -0000

http://skyking162.com/2007/11/2007-review-top-first-basemen/

http://www.beyondtheboxscore.com/2008/10/28/648315/best-catchers-of-2008

I've been waiting and wondering whether BTB plans to publish a similar series this year but thought I'd ask this morning. The series had started by now the last two years so that makes me a little worried you don't plan to role this out again. Just wondering if this is in the plans or if I should stop getting upset every day I check the forums to see it has not begun yet? Thanks and keep up the excellent work.

Baseball Nation Sim League has an opening (Dodgers)

jfish26101 — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 13:56:14 -0000

Baseball Nation Sim League has an opening (Dodgers)

I know these are prohibited on John's site and have giving people grief over posting multiple want ads in a short amount of time but we had a team let us know this week they wont be back and hoped to start the season Dec 1. Since that doesn't leave us much time, I figured it was worth a shot and hoped if I post it out of the way it wouldn't be too much of a nuisance or push discussion topics down.

The BNSL is entering its 3rd year and has one opening that needs to be filled immediately. Dues are $8 and are only used to cover hosting fees with all other costs covered by the Executive Committee (EC).

The team we need to have filled is the Dodgers. Just two seasons ago, the Dodgers won 95 games so definitely has some talent. A few of the players from the active roster are Chad Billingsley, Jonathan Broxton, Russell Martin, Mark Teixeira, and Matt Kemp. On the prospect side, you would inherit Carlos Carrasco, Casey Kelly, Michael Montgomery, Aaron Hicks, and Ryan Westmoreland to name just a few. So, as you can see, there is plenty of talent at both levels for the new GM to take the team in either direction with $20+ million to spend on FA.

Just a few quick details about the league:

- 30 GMs (one per MLB team)
- A $150 million cap
- Revenue Sharing (20%)
- 25 and 40 man rosters (75 total players)
- Player options, long-term contracts, arbitration, and free agency (a 3 tier process with comp picks and home town discount)
- An amateur draft held in June (currently 7 rounds) and a Rule V draft in the winter (2 weeks from now)
- An all-star game in the middle of the season and awards at the end of the year

You can find the rosters here and the full bylaws here.

If you are interested, please e-mail me at bnsimleagueATgmailDOTcom or my personal e-mail located in my profile so we can discuss the league and team. We are looking for GMs with a good deal of experience with fantasy based games and knowledge of both the MLB and MiLB levels. It really is a fun experience if you haven't tried a sim league before. With 40-man rosters, player options, Rule V draft, etc, It is a good deal different than fantasy baseball and does take some adjusting to but most people I've talked with that have done both find it a more challenging and enjoyable experience.

Thank you and I look forward to hearing from you.

Baseball Nation Sim League has one opening

jfish26101 — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 21:40:02 -0000

Baseball Nation Sim League has one opening

I looked around a little but couldn't find whether this was frowned upon or not. I know in some communities it is so thought I'd post it out of the way but still hope some people see it.

Just a few quick details about the league:

Thank you and I look forward to hearing from you.

The Baseball Nation Sim League has an opening

jfish26101 — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 16:29:48 -0000

The Baseball Nation Sim League has an opening

I looked around, couldn't find whether this was frowned upon or not. I know in some communities it is so thought I'd post it out of the way but still hope some people see it.

The BNSL is entering it's 3rd year and has one opening that needs to be filled immediately. Dues are $8 and are only used to cover hosting fees with all other costs covered by the Executive Committee (EC).

Just a few quick details about the league:

Thank you and I look forward to hearing from you.

Survey about DMB

jfish26101 — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 01:03:00 -0000

Hey I know a lot of the members on this forum use DMB for their simulation leagues. I was wondering if those who do could take a look at the following link.

http://FreeOnlineSurveys.com/rendersurvey.asp?sid=4nhmhfpie7yas2i568507

It's a 20-21 question survey, multiple choice...very straight forward. It couldn't take more then 5-10 minutes of your time and is completely anonymous. So if you could fill it out, maybe pass it along to some of the people in your leagues I would greatly appreciate it. I only need like 25-30 samples but I was hoping to get as many as I can. Thanks, I really do appreciate it.

Callis' AL top 10?

jfish26101 — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 18:04:42 -0000

http://www.baseballamerica.com/today/prospects/ask-ba/2008/267360.html

In case you are to lazy to click and read:

the American League Top 10 Prospect lists

Ask and ye shall receive:

1. David Price, lhp, Rays
What he showed us in the postseason was just the beginning.
2. Matt Wieters, c, Orioles
He could be Mark Teixeira—as a catcher.
3. Brett Anderson, lhp, Athletics
The best player Oakland got in the package for Dan Haren.
4. Trevor Cahill, rhp, Athletics
It will be fun to watch his friendly rivalry with Anderson.
5. Neftali Feliz, rhp, Rangers
Just one reason the Braves wish they could undo their Teixeira trade.
6. Tim Beckham, ss, Rays
Yet another multitalented star-in-the-making for Tampa Bay.
7. Eric Hosmer, 1b, Royals
He could be the best of all the special hitters K.C. has drafted recently.
8. Lars Anderson, 1b, Red Sox
Even if Boston signs Teixeira, it will find room for Anderson in 2010.
9. Travis Snider, of, Blue Jays
Of these 10 guys, he might make the biggest 2009 impact in the majors.
10. Mike Moustakas, 3b, Royals
In a few years, he and Hosmer could combine for 70 homers annually.

Should be interesting given the debate around Anderson. :D

Jake Peavy

jfish26101 — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 16:32:26 -0000

So I've been reading all of these Jake Peavy rumors for weeks now and it seems no SD fans are willing to acknowledge that Peavy may have a problem. As a Braves fan, I was wondering if you could take a look at his mechanics and see what you think the future holds for his elbow.

I found this by Chris O'Leary and was curious if you came to the same conclusions or not. If you can't find good video or have to much on your plate already, I understand. Thank you in advance, I appreciate it.

BA A's top 10

jfish26101 — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 15:40:19 -0000

1.	Brett Anderson, lhp
2.	Trevor Cahill, rhp
3.	Michael Inoa, rhp
4.	Aaron Cunningham, of
5.	Adrian Cardenas, 2b/ss
6.	Chris Carter, 1b/3b/of
7.	Gio Gonzalez, lhp
8.	Vin Mazzaro, rhp
9.	Jemile Weeks, 2b
10.	James Simmons, rhp

http://www.baseballamerica.com/today/prospects/rankings/organization-top-10-prospects/2009/267276.html

Interestingly enough, they have Anderson ahead of Cahill. I remember there being an awful lot of debate over Anderson when the community poll was given and I must say this is very surprising to me. Nothing against Anderson but I just think Cahill is clearly better.

Eric Thames

jfish26101 — Fri, 23 May 2008 16:41:18 -0000

It's rumored Thames tore his right quad last night against Santa Clara. He is expected to be in surgery today and miss at least the next 6 weeks, likely ending his season. I know John really likes the kid and was targeting him with one of his first round picks; does anyone think this will lower his draft stock enough to make him slide into round 2 or 3? I think it's possible he is there at 60.

Royals Top 20?

jfish26101 — Sun, 03 Feb 2008 02:25:37 -0000

Maybe it's just me but I can't seem to find the Royals top 20 for '08.

Did John post all 30 teams or does he usually leave a couple out? I was here last year for the lists but thought he posted them all last season. Thanks.