We are moving on to the National League and unlike the American League where I think 10 teams could legitimately make the playoffs, I believe only about six teams maybe could make the playoffs in the NL.
1. Philadelphia Phillies- KEY ACQ: SP Roy Halladay I LIKE: Jayson Werth-He basically is everything that I want Corey Hart to be, I absolutely love him as a player and the first year I haven't had him in fantasy baseball. I HATE: Raul Ibanez- He just keeps getting older so I cannot imagine him pulling out another huge year like last year. PREDICTION: I think they have the ability to get to the World Series but I believe Cole Hamels has to be in 2008 form to get there because not just Halladay will carry them there.
2. Atlanta Braves- KEY ACQ: 1B Troy Glaus RP Billy Wagner I LIKE: Jason Heyward- LOVE him seriously, probably the biggest man crush of the spring. I agree with people who say the hype is comparable to Ken Griffey Jr. I am willing to bet he hits as high as five in the order come June. I HATE: Nate McClouth- He is a good player but I am not sure that he will be an ideal leadoff hitter for the Braves. I could see him contributing better as a two or seven hitter. PREDICTION: It's very likely that Atlanta could get back to the playoffs, but I am not sure that Billy Wagner will be a great option plus Derek Lowe doesn't excite me that much.
3. Florida Marlins- KEY ACQ: SP Nate Robertson I LIKE: Cameron Maybin- He was one of the top prospects a couple years ago and I believe that he could be ready to take it big time. I HATE: Josh Johnson- He is a great pitcher but he has shown some health issues in the past, never a good sign. PREDICTION: Does it bother the 82 Marlins fans that Joe Girardi was once their manager, and now a World Series winner? Tough, the Fish might be able to get into the Wild Card discussion if their pitching holds up and everybody is real excited about Ricky Nolasco's season.
4. New York Mets- KEY ACQ: OF Jason Bay, C Rod Barajas I LIKE: David Wright- I know you shouldn't look into how players do in the spring, but Wright has had one of the best springs so far therefore it's hard not to notice what he is doing. I HATE: Oliver Perez- He hasn't looked the greatest this year and I have never been a big fan of Perez, the only team he seems to do well against the Brewers. PREDICTION: Jerry Manuel will be out before July and Omar Minaya by the end of the year. The Mets do not have enough pitching to carry them in a brutal NL East.
5. Washington Nationals- KEY ACQ: C Ivan Rodriguez, RP Matt Capps, SP Jason Marquis, 2B Adam Kennedy I LIKE: Ian Desmond- A prospect who got the starting nod over long time shortstop Cristian Guzman, which to me show signs of a bright future. I HATE: Livan Hernandez- Seriously how old is this guy? You cannot keep thinking that he will be able to win 10+ games and be alright. PREDICTION: The Nationals will take some bumps but they will be a better team this year plus the city will be alive once Stephen Strasburg makes it to the majors.
-Charlie.
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Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Boring Bay Heads to Big City Again
One of the bigger free agents in Major League Baseball landed with the New York Mets who have landed one big free agent the last three years, which hasn't mattered at the end of the year right now. Jason Bay is now the new left fielder of the Mets. My thoughts on the deal, eh.
Jason Bay is so boring. I do not know what is it about him but he just seems like an awkward white guy who doesn't fit in at most social events and just talks to the wall. No one is going out and buying a Jason Bay jersey in New York because nothing he does is very sexy to the eye. He isn't going to take New York by storm, no one will be talking about the Bay signing as much as other signings will be. This is why he didn't fit in with the Boston Red Sox and why it's possible he couldn't fit in with the Mets. It makes sense for him to go to a small market team in my opinion. I mean he should be because he hit .280 as an overall average, has hit over 20 homers since 2004.
He isn't that scary as a player either. When he played many years for the Pittsburgh Pirates, the only reason I ever worried about him as a Brewer fan when the Crew played them was because he was the only player to fear in that lineup. Yes the combination of David Wright and Bay will be a tough 3-4 to go against in a lineup but at the same time, no chance in hell does it become the Manny-Big Papi of a couple years ago.
Bay was very good in the playoffs the first year he got a chance but then last year even though hitting thirty-six homers (blame that on the Green Monster) the AL pitching figured him out and had 162 strikeouts being a career-high. He cannot hit or stay on a pitch out and away whatsoever. He swings at it every time, it seems. Not to mention in big moments last year, when I think Bay wouldn't make things happen as a four hitter should at clutch situations.
-Charlie.
Jason Bay is so boring. I do not know what is it about him but he just seems like an awkward white guy who doesn't fit in at most social events and just talks to the wall. No one is going out and buying a Jason Bay jersey in New York because nothing he does is very sexy to the eye. He isn't going to take New York by storm, no one will be talking about the Bay signing as much as other signings will be. This is why he didn't fit in with the Boston Red Sox and why it's possible he couldn't fit in with the Mets. It makes sense for him to go to a small market team in my opinion. I mean he should be because he hit .280 as an overall average, has hit over 20 homers since 2004.
He isn't that scary as a player either. When he played many years for the Pittsburgh Pirates, the only reason I ever worried about him as a Brewer fan when the Crew played them was because he was the only player to fear in that lineup. Yes the combination of David Wright and Bay will be a tough 3-4 to go against in a lineup but at the same time, no chance in hell does it become the Manny-Big Papi of a couple years ago.
Bay was very good in the playoffs the first year he got a chance but then last year even though hitting thirty-six homers (blame that on the Green Monster) the AL pitching figured him out and had 162 strikeouts being a career-high. He cannot hit or stay on a pitch out and away whatsoever. He swings at it every time, it seems. Not to mention in big moments last year, when I think Bay wouldn't make things happen as a four hitter should at clutch situations.
-Charlie.
Saturday, August 29, 2009
TWTW: The Miserable Mets?
I think we really have to consider that nickname for this year's New York Mets because I think no team could possibly have the worst luck in recent memory in baseball.
First goes down Carlos Delgado with a devastating hip injury which appears to be the end of his career if you want my opinion. Then goes down Jose Reyes for what has seemed like the entire year and it is only calf tendinitis listed on the Mets disabled list. Carlos Beltran their main hitter for the Mets goes down with a bone bruise in his knee in June hasnt been back since. David Wright, the final part of their big part of their order gets hit in the head with a fastball leading to post-concussion symptoms and you wonder if he will ever bee the same player again.
Now add the pitcher staff where three out of their five starters on Opening Day reside on the DL including Johan Santana, the 100 million dollar-plus ace. Its his elbow which also raises a big time rut-roh for weeks to come. Also add to the fact that JJ Putz, the guy you sold the farm system for goes down for the season in May. There you have the Miserable Mets. I honestly couldnt watch the Mets if I were a fan. I would drink myself into a depression focusing on the New York Jets/Giants which ever you prefer.
You really want to feel bad for them but to be honest, I cannot whatsoever. The reasons... well lets start out with the fact they are from New York which means way too much attention by the national media. Then add to the fact they spend as much money as the United States Government right now and show for nothing just like the US Govt. Everyone is saying General Manager Omar Minaya and Manager Jerry Manuel will keep their jobs. I really have to believe someone has to take the blame not just the strength and conditioning coach for New York. One will go, you can bet on that.
-Charlie.
Sunday, June 14, 2009
Brian Bruney Doesnt Like to Party
I really dont know if this is true or not although Bruney, a relief pitcher for the New York Yankees is acting like he has a huge stick up his ass. His quote thanks to the Newsday....
"Couldn't have happened to a better guy on the mound, either," Bruney told the Hunterdon County Democrat. "He's got a tired act. He gets what he deserves, man. I just don't like watching the guy pitch. I think it's embarrassing."
Bruney is referring to Friday night's game where Luis Castillo, the second basemen of the New York Mets dropped a pop up costing the Mets the ball game. In addition, Bruney is talking about his joyous celebrations after he closes out the game. Right now in Major League Baseball I am so sick and tired of hearing about people sick of celebrating in baseball. K-Rod and Bruney had to be separated by teammates when they saw it each other on Sunday during batting practice which was the complete wrong way to handle it if you were K-Rod.
First people still have a huge problem with the Brewers Ryan Braun looking at his home runs which I dont think he does that bad unless its a big time moment. Why wouldnt you celebrate like Braun? You just tied up the game late, or you won the game... your trying to tell me that you wouldnt get excited? Cmon. If K-Rod wants to rejoice after he struck out the side in the 9th go ahead, I have no problem. I dont get what Bruney's big deal is anyways? He barely plays against K-Rod now that he is in that National League and Bruney is a damn good pitcher himself when he is healthy. Although maybe the guy likes to bitch; I mean he blames replay for hurting his elbow as Tim Opsal and I have said "Bullshit junior."
The whole part of "keeping baseball classy" is insane. No sport has much class anymore and no one has seemed to make a big deal about it. NFL has guys like Chad Ocho Cinco putting on a gold jacket, NBA has guys popping their jerseys left and right, and NHL has Alexander Oveckin is jumping into the glass after a goal. These guys playing sports arent like the guys our fathers watched throughout the years and the overall public needs to realize that once in awhile.
When it comes to baseball, I just dont get why players have to stone faced when they play the game and they cannot get excited. Please, we all have some emotion once in awhile and if some like to do it more than others than so be it.
-Charlie.
"Couldn't have happened to a better guy on the mound, either," Bruney told the Hunterdon County Democrat. "He's got a tired act. He gets what he deserves, man. I just don't like watching the guy pitch. I think it's embarrassing."
Bruney is referring to Friday night's game where Luis Castillo, the second basemen of the New York Mets dropped a pop up costing the Mets the ball game. In addition, Bruney is talking about his joyous celebrations after he closes out the game. Right now in Major League Baseball I am so sick and tired of hearing about people sick of celebrating in baseball. K-Rod and Bruney had to be separated by teammates when they saw it each other on Sunday during batting practice which was the complete wrong way to handle it if you were K-Rod.
First people still have a huge problem with the Brewers Ryan Braun looking at his home runs which I dont think he does that bad unless its a big time moment. Why wouldnt you celebrate like Braun? You just tied up the game late, or you won the game... your trying to tell me that you wouldnt get excited? Cmon. If K-Rod wants to rejoice after he struck out the side in the 9th go ahead, I have no problem. I dont get what Bruney's big deal is anyways? He barely plays against K-Rod now that he is in that National League and Bruney is a damn good pitcher himself when he is healthy. Although maybe the guy likes to bitch; I mean he blames replay for hurting his elbow as Tim Opsal and I have said "Bullshit junior."
The whole part of "keeping baseball classy" is insane. No sport has much class anymore and no one has seemed to make a big deal about it. NFL has guys like Chad Ocho Cinco putting on a gold jacket, NBA has guys popping their jerseys left and right, and NHL has Alexander Oveckin is jumping into the glass after a goal. These guys playing sports arent like the guys our fathers watched throughout the years and the overall public needs to realize that once in awhile.
When it comes to baseball, I just dont get why players have to stone faced when they play the game and they cannot get excited. Please, we all have some emotion once in awhile and if some like to do it more than others than so be it.
-Charlie.
Thursday, December 11, 2008
Mets Problems Solved?
Late last night a deal went down that sent dominant closer JJ Putz from the Mariners to the Mets in a 12 player 3 team deal which gave Seattle oodles of young talent to build off of, the Indians really didnt get much, and the Mets solved their other problem, middle relief.
I can honestly say that the Mets are my early favorite to come out of the NL and especially if they can add another starter to their rotation. I really think thats the only thing that missing now because they have bought all the parts to make a World Series team. Think about a night like this one.... Johan Santana starts the game goes seven innings then gives the ball to Putz, then finally K-Rod finishes them off. That is one of the scariest baseball thoughts know to man.
Putz obviously will not be the closer but he is an almost more important role as the guy to bridge the gap to K-Rod, occasionally he gets a shot at save if K-Rod has been pitching too much. I think you will Putz have much success in New York being the 8th inning guy.
Something tells me that the Mets are not stopping here.
-Charlie.
I can honestly say that the Mets are my early favorite to come out of the NL and especially if they can add another starter to their rotation. I really think thats the only thing that missing now because they have bought all the parts to make a World Series team. Think about a night like this one.... Johan Santana starts the game goes seven innings then gives the ball to Putz, then finally K-Rod finishes them off. That is one of the scariest baseball thoughts know to man.
Putz obviously will not be the closer but he is an almost more important role as the guy to bridge the gap to K-Rod, occasionally he gets a shot at save if K-Rod has been pitching too much. I think you will Putz have much success in New York being the 8th inning guy.
Something tells me that the Mets are not stopping here.
-Charlie.
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Another Answer to the Mets Problems
Yes I know there are more pressing issues at hand but with finals upcoming, I am not having enough time to post every bit of news I am hearing lately. The biggest one lately is Francisco Rodriguez is now a Met after signing a 3 yr. 37 million dollar deal with the Mets.
I myself think thats an outrageous deal to give a closer even though he has been a force the past couple of years, he has seemed to break down once the months of September and October roll around in the past couple of years. The only reason why the money makes sense is because he is playing in the National League now, and only a few teams have seen the electric stuff he has. I am positive he will be successful in his years in New York and once again, they look like the power of the National League.
The big question is... will this finally take them over the hump? My answer is-Most likely IF they get some middle relief help. It will do them no good to have a top three closer if they cannot get to him in tight situations. Granted, having Wagner out hurt the Mets but it didnt do as much damage as the middle relief. They need to shore up that issue if they want to sniff the playoffs this year.
Now moving on to other big disappointing signings....
-Charlie.
I myself think thats an outrageous deal to give a closer even though he has been a force the past couple of years, he has seemed to break down once the months of September and October roll around in the past couple of years. The only reason why the money makes sense is because he is playing in the National League now, and only a few teams have seen the electric stuff he has. I am positive he will be successful in his years in New York and once again, they look like the power of the National League.
The big question is... will this finally take them over the hump? My answer is-Most likely IF they get some middle relief help. It will do them no good to have a top three closer if they cannot get to him in tight situations. Granted, having Wagner out hurt the Mets but it didnt do as much damage as the middle relief. They need to shore up that issue if they want to sniff the playoffs this year.
Now moving on to other big disappointing signings....
-Charlie.
Monday, October 1, 2007
Mr. Met is on Suicide Watch
Seriously look for Mr. Met jumping off the Brooklyn Bridge
I cannot believe the utter collapse by the New York Mets. They completely fell apart at the seams in the month of September and let the Phillies sneak in to take the division. Who do you put the blame on? I personally think that it is the players without any question. They had a very talented team who most thought could be the representative in the National League. You cannot fire Willie Randolph for this collapse, as many want to fire Ned Yost (I have said it in anger many times in the last two weeks). It was not Randolph's fault that they blew 3+ run leads to Washington and Florida , that is pathetic. I am not one of those whose calling for Yost's head either for the exact same reason. New York needs depth on the bench, and need some big time pitching help, I think there is a guy in Minnesota who could solve their problems. Also maybe Philadelphia just got their shit together at the right time, thats what the Cubs did.
Let me not forget to tip my hat to the Phillies, they had a never say die attitude and now will play whoever wins tonight's game between the Padres and the Rockies. I consider them the favorite of the National League, they are by far the hottest team in September (yes better than those guys in Chicago). By far they have one of the toughest lineups to go through with Utley, Rollins, Burrell, Howard, Rowand. Their pitching is not that great yet all the other teams in the NL do not have much either.
I cannot believe the utter collapse by the New York Mets. They completely fell apart at the seams in the month of September and let the Phillies sneak in to take the division. Who do you put the blame on? I personally think that it is the players without any question. They had a very talented team who most thought could be the representative in the National League. You cannot fire Willie Randolph for this collapse, as many want to fire Ned Yost (I have said it in anger many times in the last two weeks). It was not Randolph's fault that they blew 3+ run leads to Washington and Florida , that is pathetic. I am not one of those whose calling for Yost's head either for the exact same reason. New York needs depth on the bench, and need some big time pitching help, I think there is a guy in Minnesota who could solve their problems. Also maybe Philadelphia just got their shit together at the right time, thats what the Cubs did.
Let me not forget to tip my hat to the Phillies, they had a never say die attitude and now will play whoever wins tonight's game between the Padres and the Rockies. I consider them the favorite of the National League, they are by far the hottest team in September (yes better than those guys in Chicago). By far they have one of the toughest lineups to go through with Utley, Rollins, Burrell, Howard, Rowand. Their pitching is not that great yet all the other teams in the NL do not have much either.
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