Today's featured shit

It’s time to give up on Rafael Furcal. Maybe you can get Clint Barmes to replace him.
Today’s young hotshot starting pitcher is Antonio Bastardo. More than a clever name, he’s especially nice in keeper leagues or if you need wins. And of course there is Vin Mazzaro. Be careful, though. He beat the Orioles, a poor hitting and aggressive swinging team. The walks will come back, and against a real offense, he could get lit up. Ubaldo Jimenez is another young guy that you may not have heard of. He’ll get you strikeouts without hurting your WHIP too much.
Randy Wells is a good all-around young talent. In leagues that have specific slots for starters and relievers, he can give you multiposition eligibility too. Don’t be scared off by Tommy Hanson. As long as he keeps the ball down, he’ll be alright. Despite leading his team with six wins, a lot of leagues have left Joe Saunders on the waiver wire. Check and see whether he is there.
It was always a big question whether Carlos Ruiz could hit. It’s June now, and he’s still hitting over .300. Maybe he can. Another name is Jamie Burke. The Mariners have lost two catchers already, and now Burke is going to get some starts.
Juan Rivera is quietly having a good season. Shh.

Posted by Joel Edelman on June 8, 2009 at 6:13 pm
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