http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/index.phpSun, 20 May 2012 14:23:37 -0700 Phorum 5.2.15a http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?3,7331,7331#msg-7331 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?3,7331,7331#msg-7331
1. Looking for high draft pick(s)

2. Would consider deal of lower pick(s) and help for this year

Maulers]]> Mentone Beach Maulers GrapevineThu, 17 May 2012 06:51:27 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7323,7323#msg-7323 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7323,7323#msg-7323 New York Jaywalkers Trash Talkin'Sat, 19 May 2012 09:29:59 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?6,7321,7321#msg-7321 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?6,7321,7321#msg-7321 Baldwin Bombers Off Topic...Sun, 13 May 2012 10:14:53 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7312,7312#msg-7312 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7312,7312#msg-7312 New York Jaywalkers Trash Talkin'Sat, 19 May 2012 20:29:40 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?3,7310,7310#msg-7310 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?3,7310,7310#msg-7310
Adam LaRoche $0.1M - is back to full strength, batting in the middle of the order and making the most of playing everyday. Currently, .323/.406/.548 He's super cheap and making $0.5M next year.

Joe Nathan $1.0M - 3.09 ERA/1.03 WHIP & 7 saves on the Rangers juggernaut. He's going to rack up a ton of saves by year end. He too is cheap at $1.5M next year.

I'm looking primarily for draft pick(s), but I'm open to players. These guys are ideal for those of you who'll be cash strapped next year.

Let me know.]]> Scottsdale Cactus Riders GrapevineWed, 09 May 2012 14:24:44 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7308,7308#msg-7308 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7308,7308#msg-7308
Any better candidates?

]]> Scottsdale Cactus Riders Trash Talkin'Thu, 10 May 2012 10:59:54 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7297,7297#msg-7297 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7297,7297#msg-7297
Unfortunately, that player was Chris Davis, and he went 0-8 with 5 Ks. :?

[mlb.mlb.com]]]> Huntington Headshrinkers Trash Talkin'Mon, 07 May 2012 08:00:02 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?10,7292,7292#msg-7292 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?10,7292,7292#msg-7292 Milwaukee Beers Hot Off The PressThu, 10 May 2012 21:14:07 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7264,7264#msg-7264 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7264,7264#msg-7264 Camden Evolution Trash Talkin'Wed, 02 May 2012 20:51:00 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?3,7249,7249#msg-7249 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?3,7249,7249#msg-7249
Couple of caveats to avoid confusion:

- I'm not taking one-year wonders who are certain to be cut/unsigned at the conclusion of the season (at least, not as the core of an offer). If you're shopping a short-termer then I'm all ears, but not for these guys.

- I'm only looking to upgrade positions of weakness (C, 2B, LF, RF). If you have a 1B who has .020 better OPS vs RHP then HobHearts starter Ryan Howard, that's great, but it's not what I'm looking for.

- Any large contracts would require you to take back a one-year contract like Grady Sizemore (3.9) or Miguel Olivo (2.6), but nothing that stretches into 2013.

- I'm satisfied with my rotation and bullpen, so I'm not trading for pitching.

Thanks for looking, please email with any questions.

- Scott / HH]]> Hoboken Heartbreakers GrapevineSat, 05 May 2012 15:57:39 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7247,7247#msg-7247 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7247,7247#msg-7247 Brooklyn Brawlers Trash Talkin'Wed, 02 May 2012 17:29:19 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?10,7244,7244#msg-7244 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?10,7244,7244#msg-7244
Real Life:

Pitching surprise: Wade Miley. I was happy when he made the team, but what's he's done so far in April is pleasantly surprising. And since he's pitching today, this post will jinx him.

Pitcher of the Month: Jordan Zimmermann. 'Nuff said.

Hitting surprise: Where should I start? Ike Davis hitting .141? Cano with 3 RBIs?

Hitter of the month: Yadier Molina. Sad but true, the guy is raking.

FPBL:

Pitching surprise: Fernando Rodney. After picking him up and expecting to stash him on the bench, I realized he may actually be able to contribute some innings. Two weeks later he's thrown 9.2, giving up 5 hits without allowing a run.

Pitcher of the Month: Alex Cobb. 3-0 with a 1.89 ERA in 19 innings.

Hitting surprise: Ike Davis. Making both lists. 10 home runs in 72 ABs with 23 RBIs. He'll nose dive after his usage is up, but he's got a nice head start.

Hitter of the month: Adrian Beltre. 29 RBIs in 26 games. Off to a blazing start.]]> Baldwin Bombers Hot Off The PressSun, 29 Apr 2012 10:43:12 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7243,7243#msg-7243 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7243,7243#msg-7243Jose Bautista: 1-4

Both considerably raised their season averages. Ike still trailing Jose by quite a bit :)]]> Baldwin Bombers Trash Talkin'Sun, 29 Apr 2012 09:46:47 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?10,7240,7240#msg-7240 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?10,7240,7240#msg-7240 Milwaukee Beers Hot Off The PressSat, 05 May 2012 09:02:59 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7229,7229#msg-7229 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7229,7229#msg-7229
http://espn.go.com/new-york/mlb/story/_/id/7862121/detroit-tigers-delmon-young-faces-hate-crime-charge-new-york

What a scumbag.]]> Brooklyn Brawlers Trash Talkin'Fri, 27 Apr 2012 15:58:37 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7223,7223#msg-7223 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7223,7223#msg-7223 Baldwin Bombers Trash Talkin'Wed, 09 May 2012 07:41:14 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?3,7216,7216#msg-7216 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?3,7216,7216#msg-7216 Camden Evolution GrapevineWed, 25 Apr 2012 21:44:53 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7215,7215#msg-7215 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7215,7215#msg-7215 Camden Evolution Trash Talkin'Thu, 26 Apr 2012 05:56:54 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7190,7190#msg-7190 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7190,7190#msg-7190 Baldwin Bombers Trash Talkin'Mon, 23 Apr 2012 20:09:50 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7177,7177#msg-7177 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7177,7177#msg-7177
Minor League Ball - Rice University Pitchers in the MLB

There is something seriously wrong with a college baseball program that produces so many injury riddled, flameouts, and Tommy John surgery participants.]]> Brooklyn Brawlers Trash Talkin'Sat, 28 Apr 2012 17:49:40 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?3,7172,7172#msg-7172 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?3,7172,7172#msg-7172
David Robertson - one of the best relievers available. Makes 5.1, but is a lights-out reliever. He's just a novelty this team can't afford.

Ted Lilly - Has had a terrible start and I think my ballpark hates him - but is due for a correction. Makes 5.0

Ramon Hernandez - Too good to be a backup catcher for this team. Makes 3.7.

For teams building for next year, check out Jonathan Broxton - Makes 3.0 next year, but can be cut this year at no cost. Make an offer or keep him on your radar for later on.

I'll consider offers on everybody, but for guys like Avila, Hamilton, Romero, etc. I am unlikely to trade them.

Hit me up at bulldogsid@yahoo.com.]]> Arrowhead Griffins GrapevineSun, 22 Apr 2012 13:01:03 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7168,7168#msg-7168 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7168,7168#msg-7168
Awesome Perfecto, and on the same night fellow Mauler Luebke outpitches Halladay with eight innings of two-hit ball.

NICE!

Maulers are showcasing their arms in the bigs this year, with plenty of sub-$1M talent slated to come back in 2013.

Humber, Worley, Alvarez and Luebke ... along with a pretty decent stable of relievers.]]> Mentone Beach Maulers Trash Talkin'Mon, 07 May 2012 16:13:22 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7164,7164#msg-7164 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7164,7164#msg-7164
- Tied for best record: 14-5
- Best scoring margin: 51 (next highest is 38)
- Most complete games: 6 (next highest is 2)
- Tied for most complete game shutouts: 3
- Fewest team errors: 3 (next lowest is 6)
- Highest team OBP: .361 (next is .359)
- 2nd most homers: 24 (behind Baldwin's 25)
- Fewest team strikeouts: 113

Also, most unnecessary trash talking posts so far this year that other owners will find annoying: 1.]]> Huntington Headshrinkers Trash Talkin'Mon, 23 Apr 2012 10:57:51 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7148,7148#msg-7148 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7148,7148#msg-7148 Baldwin Bombers Trash Talkin'Mon, 23 Apr 2012 10:41:42 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?6,7142,7142#msg-7142 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?6,7142,7142#msg-7142www.youtube.com]]]> Sioux City Soos Off Topic...Tue, 17 Apr 2012 14:29:04 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7134,7134#msg-7134 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7134,7134#msg-7134
The Jaywalker Juggernaut 2 - Brooklyn Brawlers 0

For those who don't know, John Danks threw 41 innings against the Brawlers last season (including the playoffs) and did not give up a single run. Will the curse of John Danks continue tomorrow night? Stay tuned... :)o]]> New York Jaywalkers Trash Talkin'Tue, 24 Apr 2012 07:46:49 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7129,7129#msg-7129 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7129,7129#msg-7129 Baldwin Bombers Trash Talkin'Sat, 14 Apr 2012 14:02:20 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7121,7121#msg-7121 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7121,7121#msg-7121
That'll be the positive mark on my .400 season.]]> Mister Pickle Trash Talkin'Fri, 13 Apr 2012 12:23:00 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7119,7119#msg-7119 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?5,7119,7119#msg-7119 Toronto Storm Trash Talkin'Fri, 13 Apr 2012 09:24:48 -0700 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?10,7118,7118#msg-7118 http://www.fp-baseball.com/boards/read.php?10,7118,7118#msg-7118
"We're lucky to have come out with 3 wins," remarked backup catcher Chris Snyder, who also hinted at re-jamming the door for similar results in the future.]]> Huntington Headshrinkers Hot Off The PressThu, 12 Apr 2012 17:36:19 -0700