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I paid $20 for a pair in the 4th row right at 3B. Got a nice view of both Vladdy and Riley at 3B. He looks lazy leading up to plays (even distracted at times) but his reactions and feet are so much better than I expected. Very natural Using my good ole SSS eye test I'd say he is going to be able to stick at 3B for a solid few years . Austin Riley's weight loss has been quite the success story. He is going to be a defensive star from my eye test. Of course the 5 k's at the plate were not a good showing of his bat skills.

Can we carry more than 12 prospects in the off-season in the DDL? Asking for a friend.

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I think it would be announced by now if anyone doesn't clear.

Washington 3.5 behind Atlanta now and 5 behind the Phillies. Anyone want to predict the date the Nats take the division lead. Phillies keep surprising me but I figure September 8th

9 games between 5th and 10th in BORED now. 3rd is just 7.5 up on 9th. Remaining schedules 3rd BB - Abom, JG34, Lambs of God, JFL19 (3 teams under .500 no current playoff teams) 5th Mike Trout's Team - Kingfiller, 33 Hours, JFL 19, Computer Guys (3 teams over .500, 2 playoff teams...CG in the last week helps) 6th Big League Jew - Computer Guys, Speedy, JG34, 33 Hours (2 teams over .500, just 1 playoff team, tough finishing week) 7th Acuna Matata - The Booze Hounds, JFL19, Ye Be Judged, Abom (3 teams over .500, 1 playoff team) 8th Run it By Marcus - Speedy, Abom, Trust the Process, The Booze Hounds (2 teams over .500, 1 playoff team) 9th Ye Be Judged - JFL19, AG, Acuna Matata, JG34 (1 playoff team, 2 teams over .500...this week could eliminate YBJ or JFL) 10th JFL19 - Ye Be Judged, Acuna Matata, Mike Trout's Team, BB (Yikes...good luck) And then there is the battle for 4th and the first round exit. Who you got???

I don't picture Shapiro and Gibbons getting along. Shapiro is a suit and tie guy, and would like his front office to be the same way. I don't think it's important to replace Gibby in any way, but it won't surprise me if it happens. I'd give the job to John Schneider. He's got a relationship with almost everyone who came through the Jays org. He's been a winner twice now and might add a third this year. Plus his work in Hazard County cannot be ignored.

I feel like there could be some money made selling something like Gibby bath robes or something that fits his relaxed lifestyle.

Dbacks and Phillies into the 14th now. Seranthony blew the save for Arrieta.

That is truly an amazing way to handle this. Show that it's a systemic issue. Don't punish those that were out'd now...use them to evoke change.

J4L would trade with himself everyday just to feed the addiction.

In for both. thanks

Taking a bet is different than making a statement to show how stupid you think people are and having everyone attempt to hold you to your word. Only to be correct all along. What was always meant to be said was that he would never be a closer. Regardless I am prepared to do it correctly in a way to promote the board without being arrested.

Will try to figure out who dropped off (or graduated) Jays Content Vlad still 1 Bo still 5 Pearson 71 to 68 Jansen 73 to 71 Smith 91 to 84 Gurriel graduated or dropped off.

Final update on the season for Baseball America's top 100. Last one was just 3 weeks ago so I'm going to just post that moved 5 or more spots and the new additions. Moving up Jesus Luzardo 20 to 13 Wander Franco 26 to 20 Tyler O'Neill 64 to 49 Andres Gimenez 65 to 53 Josh Naylor 90 to 83 Kevin Smith 91 to 84 Nick Neidhart 93 to 86 O'Neill Cruz 94 to 87 Christian Pache 95 to 88 Miguel Amaya 97 to 91 Ke'Bryan Hayes 98 to 92 Peter Lambert 99 to 93 Drew Waters 100 to 94 Moving Down Austin Riley 29 to 38 Hunter Greene 31 to 43 Leody Taveras 49 to 67 Franklin Perez 42 to 69 95 Hans Crouse Rangers RHP Notes: Fastball: 70 | Slider: 60 | Changeup: 45 | Control: 50 Scouting Report: Crouse has the most upside of any pitcher in the Rangers organization. He has great arm speed on a power fastball that sits 93-96 mph and can reach 99, with Crouse cruising in that upper range in short stints. His slider has tight spin, sharp bite and two-plane depth, giving him a putaway pitch. Crouse didn't throw his firm changeup much in high school so it's still below-average, but it shows promise with its late fading action. Crouse's delivery certainly isn't free and easy, with long arm action, a short stride and a violent finish across his body. However, Crouse repeats his arm slot well and is able to locate his fastball to both sides of the plate, with his long arms and legs flying at the hitter helping to enhance his deception. Crouse has frontline starter potential, though he's at least a few years away from reaching the majors. 96 Brent Rooker Twins OF Notes: Hit: 50 | Power: 60 | Speed: 40 | Fielding: 45 | Arm: 45 Scouting Report: The 35th overall pick in 2017 after a record-setting senior year at Mississippi State, Rooker hit the ground running as expected, showing plus power and hitting 18 combined homers in just 62 games in the Appalachian and Florida State leagues in his pro debut. Having honed his power stroke and improved his contact rate in college, the powerfully built Rooker reminds some of former Twins left fielder Josh Willingham. Rooker still has some swing-and-miss in his game, especially on power breaking balls and soft stuff from lefties, but his walk rate should improve along with his pitch recognition. Primarily a first baseman in college, Rooker showed enough mobility and arm to be a tick below average in left. He is a smart baserunner despite below-average speed. After ranking second in Division I with an average exit velocity of 92 mph, Rooker matched that number in the FSL during his first pro summer. Already on the fast track due to his advanced bat, Rooker should remain in left as he climbs the ladder. He projects as a middle-of-the-order weapon with power as a strong carrying tool. 97 Dakota Hudson Cardinals RHP Notes: Fastball: 60 | Curveball: 50 | Slider: 60 | Changeup: 45| Control: 50 Scouting Report: Hudson relies primarily on a sinking fastball that sits at 94-95 mph and touches 97 and a plus short slider in the upper 80s that can reach into the low-90s. He previously worked mostly in and out with them but has made strides in at pitching vertically more effectively and changing eye levels. Hudson's curveball got progressively stronger throughout the last two seasons and begun registering as an average to above-average offering at 79-83 mph. He also mixes in an occasional changeup. While Hudson's stuff is quality, his fastball command is below-average, and as a result he doesn't miss many bats. His control is also inconsistent, especially on his secondary offerings. Hudson has the stuff of a mid-rotation starter, but his limited fastball command may spell a future at the back end of a rotation or the bullpen, where his plus fastball-slider combination could be deadly. 98 Garrett Hampson Rockies SS Notes: Hit: 55 | Power: 40 | Speed: 60 | Fielding: 55 | Arm: 50 Scouting Report: A top-of-the-lineup catalyst, Hampson is an undersized plus-plus runer who plays at full speed all the time. He keeps the ball on the ground or strokes it on a line to let his speed play, and he shows hints of power, although that will never be his game. His plate discipline is improving, allowing him to project as an above-average hitter with a lot of steals. Hampson gets too big in his swing sometimes, but generally self-corrects. Drafted as a shortstop, Hampson's arm is a bit short for the position, but his exemplary hands, quick-first step and top-notch reaction times fit at second base, where he shows flashes of being a plus defender. He also got some exposure to center field last year. Most evaluators see Hampson as a future super utility player, but a few see enough for him to start at second base. 99 Tony Santillan Reds RHP Notes: Fastball: 70 | Slider: 50 | Changeup: 50 | Control: 45 Scouting Report: Santillan has long had a near-top-of-the-scale fastball, and he's refined his secondaries to become a more complete pitcher. His 88-91 mph changeup is a potentially above-average offering, and his 90-91 mph slider shows with good tilt and depth. He has struggled with the consistency with any of his pitches, and as a result they play down at times. Santillan's delivery has little deception, but he throws 96-98 mph with movement. He's not consistent with his delivery yet, which is why his velocity will vary dramatically, as he'll follow up a 92 mph fastball with a 100 mph one, and it's not always intentional. Santillan pitches from the stretch at all times, which simplifies what he has to work on. His delivery is very uptempo and energetic and he's a fast worker. Santillan's ability to start depends on developing even average control, and he's made strides in the right direction this season. His control and stuff will still vary widely, but at his best, he can dominate. 100 Adonis Medina Phillies RHP Notes: Fastball: 60 | Slider: 50 | Changeup: 60| Control: 55 Scouting Report: Medina operates off a fastball that parks at 92-95 mph and touches 97. His fastball is his best pitch, and he combines plus velocity with late life and the ability to throw his heater for strikes. Over the past year, Medina altered his delivery to get more extension out front at his release point, which helps his fastball jump on hitters quicker than they expect. After striking out just 13 percent of batters in 2016, Medina doubled his strikeout rate to 26 percent in 2017, and he's maintained a 10 strikeouts per nine innings mark in 2018. His changeup has become a potential a plus pitch and he's introduced a slider that's a solid-average offering. Medina is a good athlete who controls the running game well. The improvement of Medina's secondary stuff gives him an opportunity to develop into a mid-rotation starter, although he still leaves too many pitches over the plate at times and will need to improve his command.

Trade deadline is this week. Good time to make a few moves and put your own spin on the team right away.

does Morejon tip the scales? Or do you want a bat back? Missing this years draft and trading most of my farm for Sale and Verlander is hurting me now. With that said Jon Gray and Adrian Morejon are available for an OF, 1B, 3B or C and an RP

I made a legit offer for Baez. I understand why he turned it down but still legit.

He posts here. Maybe you can offer your editing services.

f*** robot umps. Go with Robot pitchers

I don't really like AG, I'm not going to pretend I do. But if he comes back to the leagues I'm in with him, I will happily welcome him back. He's a good fantasy manager, easy to deal with and sometimes funny.

confirmed. I hate Kemp but Pham out for a month left my hitting at terrible instead of just bad.

Bill Spaceman Lee at the age of 71 is starting for the Champions in Ottawa if anyone is in the area. He will be relieved by Oil Can Boyd. Rondell White and Cliff Floyd are there as well. EDIT: The game is September 3rd not tonight. https://ottawacitizen.com/sports/baseball/former-expos-stars-to-check-in-for-ottawa-champions-season-finale/wcm/b1fb9e57-a664-4538-ba06-34e085a6adf6

Looking to move Shohei Ohtani...the hitter. Or Maikel Franco. Don't know what I'm looking for

I've been saying for over a month that someone would pass Seattle, I just thought it would be funny if the Yankees missed the playoff in a season when everyone is blowing them. Seattle is not a good team and now they have been passed. They have the least home games remaining of everyone in the race and have a nasty 4 game set in Houston next week and then fly straight to Oakland for 3. In total 20 of Seattle's remaining games are against Houston and Oakland.