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Had to callup Vinnie Pasquantino last night and start him at 1B with Freeman out again. Reached the weekly max for transactions. Wong out of the lineup today, and Fraley already benched today because Ashby is pitching for the Brewers, so likely will have an empty spot in the lineup but oh well. Yeah need a big day offensively and RBI could be within reach even if I tie the category.
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Yeah a lot now will come down to our pitchers today, but you have the upper hand with Scherzer and Cortes if you need him for the Sunday Night game. I closed the gap on K's but you have the advantage (+6) still the final day. Wins, ERA and OBP are in play but if you get a solid start from Scherzer like you said, it's likely enough. Wish Bautista didn't implode last night for 4ER in 1.1 innings, ugh that hurt. As for offensive categories, looks like you pulled ahead for good in RBI (+7) and Runs (+11).
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GDT: 2/4 Toronto Blue Jays @ Tampa Bay Rays (7:07 et)
jaysblue replied to Omar's topic in Toronto Blue Jays Talk
The cost of living there is a big draw to many people, especially young families or couples or anyone in general. The winters are long in Alberta which is one of the negative deterrents, as well their economy heavily relies on oil. Also, many people from Toronto think Alberta is far out of the way in the middle of nowhere. A lot of people think that way who live in their Toronto bubble. Though cities like Calgary and Edmonton are really growing and have a lot to offer for those who want to experience big city life still. Also, you're only an hour from the mountains Money goes further in Alberta when it comes to buying a property. For 700K, you can buy a very nice house around Calgary. Here 700K gets you a small two bedroom condo that needs renos if lucky. -
GDT: 2/4 Toronto Blue Jays @ Tampa Bay Rays (7:07 et)
jaysblue replied to Omar's topic in Toronto Blue Jays Talk
What is wrong with Alberta? It's a beautiful province. Every province has crazy extreme right or left wing people, doesn't matter if you're in Alberta, Ontario, Quebec or anywhere else. Majority of Canadians however are pretty much in the centre and slightly lean left or right of centre. That's why you'll never have an NDP or PPC party winning at the Federal level. Voting for a Conservative here in Canada doesn't mean you're a right wing extremist. Maybe the media and Liberals paint it out that way, but that's not the case at all. -
Yeah forgot about Soto. I definitely give him a mulligan this season. He's at 124 HR but yeah needs to crank out a couple of 40-50 HR seasons which he has the potential to do. If he does, he'll be close.
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If he plays another season, he'll definitely surpass the Babe. Aaron and Bonds would be tough and likely would require playing another 2 or 3 more seasons at this current high level which I see difficult. I think he's in a perfect situation in St. Louis though. They benefit bringing him back as a bench bat/occasional DH/veteran presence who starts maybe 2 or 3 times per week. Pujols benefits since he's with a great organization and would have a nice easy gig at his age in terms of staying fresh and healthy.
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Yeah likely has to be a new prospect who comes along, gets called up at an early age around 20-21 and rakes from Day One. Maybe Julio Rodríguez especially if he has a couple big 40 HR seasons or maybe Vladdy if he returns to his 2021 form moving forward.
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Out of players who are close, Trout probably has the only realistic shot, though even still he needs to double his career HR total to reach 700. If he stays healthy and plays for another 11-12 more seasons averaging between 30-35 HR per season, he has a chance. Otherwise, the only other bets maybe would be Arenado, Harper and Machado given their age, though even still 700 seems like a very far reach for all three of them. Stanton is at 375 though I don't have any confidence in him returning to an elite HR bat and staying healthy. Though you never know, if Stanton plays until he's 41 or 42 and keeps cranking out 30+ HR's despite other poor offensive numbers for another decade, he might come close. I think some of the younger bats like Julio Rodríguez or even Vladdy have more of a realistic chance if they stay healthy and crank out 30-40 HR's per season.
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Cardinals win World Series. +1400 odds, doesn't hurt to bet them!
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Hope he continues to play after this season. Go for the all-time record haha.
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General Blue Jays Discussion Thread (2022)
jaysblue replied to Grant77's topic in Toronto Blue Jays Talk
He's a serviceable No. 5 starter and nothing more on a team with World Series aspirations. Has posted a 1.2 WAR thus far this season. His K/9 rate in the second half has dipped though. He's definitely a better option than Kikuchi. -
Which Canadian would you keep - Andrew Wiggins or Jamal Murray?
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It all evens out haha.
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I missed getting Nootbar into my starting lineup by a couple of minutes when I saw Aristides Aquino benched. That's now 3 HR's and 4 RBI's missed with him and Drury benched. Urena did a solid for a spot start - 5.2 IP, 2 ER and 6 K's. Will take that. My starters over the weekend need to pitch well to put some pressure on the ERA category. Down 20K's now which I think is a uphill battle since you still have other starters as well. Still going to come down to the bats IMO.
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One of the toughest defensemen and offensive threats on the powerplay as well. Chara was a game changer on the ice. Definitely on the first ballot.
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I see Sportsnet or Hockey Night hiring him for sure. He has a great personality and will fit well on TV.
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GDT: Jays @ Phillies Big 2 game set... Lets Go Sweeping!!!
jaysblue replied to Spanky99's topic in Toronto Blue Jays Talk
I own Bass in one of my fantasy leagues. Pissed he wasn't used tonight. -
Judge can be the next Barry Bonds of this decade for the Giants. Along with the DH spot now. He'll bring in the fans and money from jersey sales etc.
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Yeah like free autographed baseballs, jerseys, bats, or even Postseason tickets for the Yankees. It's not like Judge can't afford it haha.
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Yeah BTS has the upper edge thus far and with him holding the tiebreak, it's definitely a nice extra cushion. Feels like this matchup is in limbo for me in terms of what I could do. Like you said, I need to take the lead in hits and home runs and hope to catch up in either runs or RBI. He has all the pitching categories locked up. Unless I go crazy and stream a couple of starters and get lucky with some high K performances though its unlikely. BTS can also make this a blowout if he takes the lead in some of the close categories.
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John Schneider will put him in his place.
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Trade for him this offseason!
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Haha love the detail included! Soy sauce stains can be annoying!
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It can get very foggy and gets very cool late at night. It's comfortable weather for sure, though for warmth and beaches San Diego is far better all year round.
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I don't see the Rays being able to sign Ohtani. Yankees likely can though especially if they don't resign Judge. If Ohtani wants to stay on the west coast - Mariners, Giants or Dodgers.
