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by Todd Zola
March 4th, 2024, 6:07 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Jarren Duran
Replies: 1
Views: 74

Re: Jarren Duran

Sorry, but I have no idea how it will affect him.
by Todd Zola
March 2nd, 2024, 7:21 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Which Josh to Keep??
Replies: 2
Views: 57

Re: Which Josh to Keep??

Hopefully you have some time to see if Lowe is back in action soon, but assuming he's OK, his steals should warrant the high cost.
by Todd Zola
February 26th, 2024, 5:02 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Keepers
Replies: 4
Views: 82

Re: Keepers

I can't say yay, nor do I know what's fair. I can say I don't mind keeping salary.
by Todd Zola
February 15th, 2024, 10:05 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Keepers
Replies: 4
Views: 82

Re: Keepers

I'd probably keep both Gausman and Garver instead of Ward or Story, while trying to consolidate by pairing someone with one of the closers.
by Todd Zola
January 31st, 2024, 1:33 am
Forum: League Openings
Topic: Opening in 15-Team Mixed, High Stakes Keeper League
Replies: 0
Views: 482

Opening in 15-Team Mixed, High Stakes Keeper League

Standard 5x5, eight keepers, five-man farm roster. We play on Fantrax with an $1100 entry, all going to the prize payout. A fun quirk is everyone starts with 1000 FAAB units, then we bid on draft spots for the draft and minor league draft. The first pick in the draft gets the last pick in the minors...
by Todd Zola
January 30th, 2024, 3:27 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Gausman in 2024
Replies: 1
Views: 301

Re: Gausman in 2024

I can't say yay or nay, but I am still high on Gausman.
by Todd Zola
December 22nd, 2023, 1:47 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Roster construction for 2024
Replies: 1
Views: 7225

Re: Roster construction for 2024

Alvarez hasn't had knee issues since he had surgery on both, and the elbow cropped up late last season. Granted, he's had other stuff (oblique, finger last season, and the mysterious hand injuries the previous season). That said... I prefer to keep things fluid in an auction. I've written a ton on t...
by Todd Zola
December 10th, 2023, 9:12 pm
Forum: Strategy & Theory Discussion
Topic: Punting SP in 5x5 H2H as a strategy
Replies: 1
Views: 11060

Re: Punting SP in 5x5 H2H as a strategy

It's a defensible, and common strategy in H2H leagues. There's less margin of error, and it works best when no one else is doing it (the more doing it makes it harder to dominate offense). It's worth considering.
by Todd Zola
October 2nd, 2023, 3:52 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Royce Lewis......poster child for injury prone?
Replies: 1
Views: 10047

Re: Royce Lewis......poster child for injury prone?

I have no insight as pertains to Lewis' penchant for injuries, but at $2 in and AL only, I'm keeping him without blinking an eye. That's like a $1 endgame nomination someone else makes, but he's atop your list, so you say $2. Those players are part-timers, etc. Even if he gets hurt, Lewis returns a ...
by Todd Zola
September 25th, 2023, 7:06 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Ezequiel Duran MIA......what happened?
Replies: 2
Views: 6800

Re: Ezequiel Duran MIA......what happened?

Flavor of the month? Carter is one of the top prospects in MLB.

With Jung back, there's no place for Duran to play, and he's not forcing the issue.

I guess he's not a terrible keeper, but he's not the type of guy I prefer freezing. Your team, your call.
by Todd Zola
September 4th, 2023, 1:27 am
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Javier Baez or Matt Chapman
Replies: 1
Views: 6813

Re: Javier Baez or Matt Chapman

Your team, your call.
by Todd Zola
August 27th, 2023, 10:31 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Silseth head shot
Replies: 1
Views: 6694

Re: Silseth head shot

I have no opinion on the choice -- but if you aren't going to use Chris Sale in a two-start week, he shouldn't be on your roster.
by Todd Zola
August 20th, 2023, 9:30 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Joe Ryan coming back this week?
Replies: 1
Views: 6641

Re: Joe Ryan coming back this week?

Nothing official, just speculation.
by Todd Zola
August 13th, 2023, 3:24 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Trade for a player or FAAB?
Replies: 1
Views: 8704

Re: Trade for a player or FAAB?

If you're going for it this season, Jung should not be on your radar. Past that, do what you feel gives you the best chance to win.
by Todd Zola
August 6th, 2023, 4:14 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: "Fairness" in trading
Replies: 3
Views: 10038

Re: "Fairness" in trading

Not something I can answer. Not just here, but in general, I don't opine without knowing all of the facts. Only someone in the league has that.
by Todd Zola
August 6th, 2023, 4:00 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: "Fairness" in trading
Replies: 3
Views: 10038

Re: "Fairness" in trading

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and opinions vary. I think the other team manager is making a monumental mistake, but their team, their call. Brown is virtually assured of a rotation spot in a great team context while Wells will be fighting an uphill battle and looks earmarked for a swingman t...
by Todd Zola
August 4th, 2023, 9:03 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Tyler Wells/Zach Little....how do they fit in?
Replies: 1
Views: 6997

Re: Tyler Wells/Zach Little....how do they fit in?

Your guess is as good as mine with respect to Wells. I'm a fan and am rooting for him to figure things out. It's Zack Littell --- he doesn't walk anyone and keeps the ball in the yard. Tampa Bay usually doesn't hang their guys out to dry, but low strikeouts render this type vulnerable. Anyone who co...
by Todd Zola
August 4th, 2023, 1:26 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Team has run into an iceberg....taking on water
Replies: 3
Views: 9952

Re: Team has run into an iceberg....taking on water

Rojas is just a speed (if necessary) play.

Wells is tough, been grappling with him as well. It's not out of the realm that he turns it around and has five September starts, but it's more hope than likely.

I think if Gonzalez hits, he plays, and I like his chances more than Marlowe and Manzone.
by Todd Zola
August 4th, 2023, 10:09 am
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Team has run into an iceberg....taking on water
Replies: 3
Views: 9952

Re: Team has run into an iceberg....taking on water

I would go after Silseth and Ragans (assuming Civale is rostered).

Depending on your league rules, Kyle Manzardo is a good stash (though he could already be gone).

Josh Rojas could run a bit if Seattle plays him.
by Todd Zola
July 29th, 2023, 6:47 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Trevor Story about to come off IL
Replies: 1
Views: 7013

Re: Trevor Story about to come off IL

Oakland has 5 games next week, only one against a LHP (at least for now). I'd probably use Story. Your team, your call.
by Todd Zola
July 9th, 2023, 7:09 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Jarren Duran vs Riley Greene
Replies: 1
Views: 6927

Re: Jarren Duran vs Riley Greene

It's pretty clear Alex Cora wants to keep Duran in a platoon, at least for now. He could change his mind at any time, and things could change after the trade deadline.
by Todd Zola
July 9th, 2023, 10:56 am
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Bryce Miller on IP limit this year?
Replies: 1
Views: 6958

Re: Bryce Miller on IP limit this year?

We both have access to the same news - your guess is as good as mine. The current blister is serving to limit innings; it probably depends on when he is ready to return.
by Todd Zola
July 9th, 2023, 10:01 am
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: What constitutes the dreaded label "injury prone"
Replies: 1
Views: 6870

Re: What constitutes the dreaded label "injury prone"

There is no definition obviously. I'm more likely to use it for repeated soft tissue stuff than flukes, but it's a completely subjective designation.
by Todd Zola
July 4th, 2023, 10:48 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Trade this year affects 2024 keepers
Replies: 2
Views: 7200

Re: Trade this year affects 2024 keepers

Inflation isn't linear, so I don't know about the prices, but I prefer to avoid health risks as keepers, so my lean is dealing Lowe and Judge. That said, the chief objective is fortifying this season and not worrying about next year, so I'd favor the deal I felt most improves my chances.
by Todd Zola
July 1st, 2023, 11:18 am
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Aroldis Chapman's new role
Replies: 1
Views: 6894

Re: Aroldis Chapman's new role

Crystal ball question - your guess is as good as mine, but I doubt the Rangers are done upgrading the bullpen.
by Todd Zola
June 25th, 2023, 3:05 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Judge.....what's his trade value now?
Replies: 6
Views: 8801

Re: Judge.....what's his trade value now?

Lopez, by a pretty wide margin. I expect SEA to make a run, but still Lopez.
by Todd Zola
June 25th, 2023, 2:45 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Judge.....what's his trade value now?
Replies: 6
Views: 8801

Re: Judge.....what's his trade value now?

I can't gauge whether to take the deal -- too many nuances for which I am not privy. Your team, your call.
by Todd Zola
June 24th, 2023, 8:02 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Judge.....what's his trade value now?
Replies: 6
Views: 8801

Re: Judge.....what's his trade value now?

Judge and Alvarez are both risks the rest of the season (if not every year).
by Todd Zola
June 15th, 2023, 8:15 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Brandon Lowe and chronic back issues
Replies: 1
Views: 1821

Re: Brandon Lowe and chronic back issues

I bought the dip on Lowe, but learned my lesson. With so many middle infielders (and Franco playing every day) even if healthy, I suspect Lowe's days of playing every day are over. Plus, we could be returning to when it's optimal to get some speed from the middle.
by Todd Zola
June 9th, 2023, 6:34 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Volpe vs Oswald Pereza
Replies: 1
Views: 1703

Re: Volpe vs Oswald Pereza

Your guess is as good as mine.
by Todd Zola
May 28th, 2023, 8:14 pm
Forum: Strategy & Theory Discussion
Topic: 2-start pitchers
Replies: 1
Views: 6339

Re: 2-start pitchers

I use the rankings I produce for Rotowire and Mastersball subscribers which include a typical, non-closing reliever within the ranks for a point of comparison.
by Todd Zola
May 27th, 2023, 1:01 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Trade offered
Replies: 3
Views: 2079

Re: Trade offered

I have not looked into Ward.

The concern with Miller is innings in a head to head format. My earlier comment was simply a counter to the high fastball usage.
by Todd Zola
May 27th, 2023, 8:38 am
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Trade offered
Replies: 3
Views: 2079

Re: Trade offered

Deals are about how they help the team -- only you can decide, based on the results of the first several weeks, whether Yoshida adds more points potential than would be lost with Miller.

The other consideration is Royce Lewis should be back Monday and can go into UT.
by Todd Zola
May 23rd, 2023, 9:06 am
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Bryce Miller.....is his FB that good?
Replies: 2
Views: 1849

Re: Bryce Miller.....is his FB that good?

Miller has a plus slider and is developing a changeup.

When you can locate, you don't have one pitch, you have a low and away fastball, a down and in fastball, etc.

Unless I was getting back an established starter, it's not something I'd do. Your team, your call.
by Todd Zola
May 17th, 2023, 12:14 am
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Sell high on Rooker
Replies: 1
Views: 1799

Re: Sell high on Rooker

The power may be supported, it remains to be seen if it subsists. I don't know the league culture, if you feel there is something in it for the other team, see what they say.
by Todd Zola
May 14th, 2023, 4:37 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Lance Lynn.......bp pitcher??
Replies: 1
Views: 1777

Re: Lance Lynn.......bp pitcher??

Clearly not sharp, but high BABIP and HR/FB help explain xFIP and SIERA in normal range. Lynn is a hold for me, your team, your call.
by Todd Zola
May 9th, 2023, 4:40 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Kelenic.....breakout year and worth trading for?
Replies: 1
Views: 1808

Re: Kelenic.....breakout year and worth trading for?

The league adjusted to Kelenic; now he needs to adjust back, hopefully faster this time. Verdugo appears to have found something as well, he's playing with more of a confident maturity, so to say Verdugo has the higher floor is misleading, as that implies less upside. I suspect Kelenic's ceiling is ...
by Todd Zola
April 30th, 2023, 6:46 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: trade offering
Replies: 2
Views: 1836

Re: trade offering

Without even being sure of what a #4 is, Wells has a chance to be more. I don't know how the weekly scores normally flesh out. Seems to me it's QS/wins versus Saves and 1/2 holds. Which side gives you the best chance of either winning one or competing in both? Both Grays have health concerns, so tha...
by Todd Zola
April 27th, 2023, 2:38 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Berrios vs Taj Bradley
Replies: 1
Views: 1834

Re: Berrios vs Taj Bradley

While I can't say Berrios has figured it out, I prefer track record over promise.
by Todd Zola
April 21st, 2023, 6:52 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Rookie pitchers
Replies: 1
Views: 1823

Re: Rookie pitchers

I don't use a one size fits all approach. Taj Bradley certainly checks the right boxes. For this season, I'd prefer Bradley over Mason Miller and Brayan Bello for this season (not suggesting they're available, just framing things). If part of my plan was upgrading pitching through FAAB, Bradley is l...
by Todd Zola
April 13th, 2023, 5:05 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Bryson Stott or Nolan Gorman?
Replies: 1
Views: 1793

Re: Bryson Stott or Nolan Gorman?

Stott for more speed, Gorman for more power.
by Todd Zola
April 9th, 2023, 9:01 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Pitch clock leading to reduced velo?
Replies: 1
Views: 1883

Re: Pitch clock leading to reduced velo?

Everyone I have heard talk about the pitch clock and its effects predicted there would be some early getting used to things, then business as normal - so no, I'm not worried.
by Todd Zola
April 8th, 2023, 8:00 am
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Super early season trade?
Replies: 3
Views: 2222

Re: Super early season trade?

My projections are such that they all have an equal chance. That's what a projection is, a 50th percentile range of outcomes. Lopez made 32 starts last season and was one of only a handful to throw 180 IP. This is not to say he isn't a risk, every pitcher is a risk, but the issues he had in 2021 are...
by Todd Zola
April 7th, 2023, 4:58 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Super early season trade?
Replies: 3
Views: 2222

Re: Super early season trade?

I can't pick sides in a deal, there is too much context. All I can do is offer stuff to think about and in this case, it's don't get so glued to one week's worth of play and focus on the big picture and expectations heading into the season and which side will help your team be more competitive. Gran...
by Todd Zola
April 7th, 2023, 12:52 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: please rate my team
Replies: 3
Views: 2210

Re: please rate my team

Tampa loves its L/R R/L matchups. Most of the batters righthanded, so if Raley does anything, he could play against all RHP, mixing between DH, 1B and some corner outfield.
by Todd Zola
April 6th, 2023, 5:10 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Gausman reduced velo
Replies: 1
Views: 1768

Re: Gausman reduced velo

Minimal concern. Not enough for a knee-jerk reaction, but sufficient to pay close attention to the news and monitor his next start.
by Todd Zola
April 5th, 2023, 4:02 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: please rate my team
Replies: 3
Views: 2210

Re: please rate my team

Keep an eye on Gonzalez and Ramirez, they're in danger of losing playing time. I'm not a fan of stashing injured guys/minors if I plan on contending, unless they're trade bait. I can see stashing Story, but for me anyway, Ben Joyce is a waste of a valuable reserve spot. Yeah, I know he throws 105. I...
by Todd Zola
April 2nd, 2023, 3:51 pm
Forum: Prospects & Minor League Discussion
Topic: Connor Norby
Replies: 1
Views: 5591

Re: Connor Norby

It's Perry's list, he'll respond, but I want to point out Norby is No. 34 on James Anderson's Top-400 on Rotowire, so Perry is not alone.
by Todd Zola
April 2nd, 2023, 8:09 am
Forum: Testing & Troubleshooting
Topic: Player pool help
Replies: 1
Views: 4333

Re: Player pool help

by Todd Zola
March 25th, 2023, 2:33 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: players who start out on the IL
Replies: 1
Views: 1839

Re: players who start out on the IL

LABR has a quirky rule where anyone drafted or picked up via FAAB has to stay in the active lineup so long as they are active in MLB. You can release an active player, but you cannot reserve him unless he is hurt or sent to the minors. However, reserves can be jumped up and down from active to reser...
by Todd Zola
March 21st, 2023, 10:36 am
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Tout Wars Weekend
Replies: 1
Views: 2045

Re: Tout Wars Weekend

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by Todd Zola
March 18th, 2023, 11:48 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Finalizing keeper list
Replies: 5
Views: 2294

Re: Finalizing keeper list

If Altuve's thumb is broken, you have your answer.
by Todd Zola
March 17th, 2023, 10:55 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Tout Wars Weekend
Replies: 1
Views: 2045

Tout Wars Weekend

All the drafts can be followed via http://tinyurl.com/2023ToutWars There may be a Live Zoom with me as the host for the Saturday drafts. If so, I'll post the link. American League Saturday, 9:00 AM ET Patrick Davitt, BaseballHQ Larry Schechter, Winning Fantasy Baseball Jeff Erickson, Rotowire Rob Le...
by Todd Zola
March 10th, 2023, 1:16 pm
Forum: Testing & Troubleshooting
Topic: CVRC league adjustments
Replies: 1
Views: 2515

Re: CVRC league adjustments

Seems right to me.

As I'm sure you know, these adjustments may be better than the conventional treatment for inflation, but weird stuff will still occur, so they remain just a (better) guide.
by Todd Zola
March 9th, 2023, 6:24 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Finalizing keeper list
Replies: 5
Views: 2294

Re: Finalizing keeper list

I'm personally finding a way to keep Gausman. He's in the no-brainer category for me. I'm kinda planting my flag there.
by Todd Zola
March 7th, 2023, 10:15 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: American League LABR
Replies: 2
Views: 2044

Re: American League LABR

I wouldn't have bid if I had concerns. The AL was pretty chalky compared to the NL.
by Todd Zola
March 5th, 2023, 11:01 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: American League LABR
Replies: 2
Views: 2044

American League LABR

I achieved what I wanted. Let's see what happens. C Kirk 17 C Alfaro 4 1B Casas 12 3B Jung 10 CI Urshela 5 2B Merrifield 14 SS Bichette 35 MI A Frazier 3 OF Teoscar 21 OF Kwan 19 OT Hays 11 OF Olivares 7 OF Brennan 2 UT LeMahieu 16 SP Gausman 25 SP Singer 15 SP P Lopez 12 SP E Rodriguez 6 SP Montas ...
by Todd Zola
March 3rd, 2023, 9:40 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Keeper Help
Replies: 3
Views: 2054

Re: Keeper Help

When you get down to that point in projection-driven rankings, you need to keep in mind it is assumed that every pitcher is active for all projected stats, and it doesn't consider you can use someone else the weeks you reserve them. As mentioned, Brown if more about letting him get a year of experie...
by Todd Zola
March 3rd, 2023, 8:47 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Keeper Help
Replies: 3
Views: 2054

Re: Keeper Help

Do you have a reserve for in season management?

The reason being if you could reserve Brown if he's not pitching, that is a nice long-term play.

If it is a matter of flags fly forever, and all you care about is this season, Garcia is the safest and at a profitable price.
by Todd Zola
March 3rd, 2023, 11:56 am
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Trade offered to me
Replies: 7
Views: 2812

Re: Trade offered to me

Best I can do is reiterate I expect a big season from Gausman.
by Todd Zola
February 27th, 2023, 7:55 am
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Tweaking my roster
Replies: 3
Views: 3164

Re: Tweaking my roster-Josh Smith for 2023

Good morning Everyone. Doesn't Josh Smith qualify at both 3B and OF for 2023 Drafts?? I apologize if this has been asked and answered but this is the only message I see re search on Josh Smith. Thank you! Mike I mean, you could have started another thread and not called up an old one ;) Josh H. Smi...
by Todd Zola
February 23rd, 2023, 3:54 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Trade offered to me
Replies: 7
Views: 2812

Re: Trade offered to me

If you're not keeping Gausman, it's the same offer, hence analysis as before.
by Todd Zola
February 21st, 2023, 10:10 am
Forum: Testing & Troubleshooting
Topic: 02/18/23 Points Leagues Trackers Projections
Replies: 2
Views: 2025

Re: 02/18/23 Points Leagues Trackers Projections

SB are corrected.

Fantrax doesn't use AB in their scoring, it's not one of the displayed categories.
by Todd Zola
February 21st, 2023, 9:57 am
Forum: Testing & Troubleshooting
Topic: 02/18/23 Points Leagues Trackers Projections
Replies: 2
Views: 2025

Re: 02/18/23 Points Leagues Trackers Projections

Arghh. OK, thanks. I will fix them all now.
by Todd Zola
February 19th, 2023, 2:21 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Advice
Replies: 2
Views: 1874

Re: Advice

About to do radio for two hours so I have to make this quick. A list of players I like really isn't helpful. You have to like them. The best thing to do is (assuming you subscribe) is finding the players where I am higher and researching them. As for NFBC auction, pitchers are going to go much highe...
by Todd Zola
February 17th, 2023, 5:25 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Trade offered to me
Replies: 7
Views: 2812

Re: Trade offered to me

I can't say with 100% certainty without having a better feel for the league, but my sense is I'd prefer Tucker over Mullins, but prefer Vlad and Mullins over Tucker.

I prefer to freeze salary than deal with inflation, but having experience in this league is what matters most.
by Todd Zola
February 17th, 2023, 3:35 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Trade offered to me
Replies: 7
Views: 2812

Re: Trade offered to me

I don't know if I'd make the deal, it seems fair. Here are some points to at least consider. Tucker batted 6th 36 times last season. He hit 5th for 82 games and was 3rd/4th 28 times. I'm not concerned about a season in the six-hole. I'm also less concerned about Mullins falling into a platoon. It ap...
by Todd Zola
January 29th, 2023, 1:53 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Most likely to miss significant PT
Replies: 2
Views: 1954

Re: Most likely to miss significant PT

This is the sort of thing I need to refer to the subscription service.

That said, your approach is reasonable.
by Todd Zola
January 27th, 2023, 10:46 am
Forum: Mastersball.com Excel Tools
Topic: 671277 - Luis Garcia- WAS in Fantrax Tracker
Replies: 1
Views: 4921

Re: 671277 - Luis Garcia- WAS in Fantrax Tracker

arghh. I'll fix it for today's update. You can override SP designation with his position.
by Todd Zola
January 21st, 2023, 8:07 pm
Forum: Mastersball.com Excel Tools
Topic: QS in Fantrax Points Tracker
Replies: 3
Views: 2558

Re: QS in Fantrax Points Tracker

all set
by Todd Zola
January 21st, 2023, 7:49 pm
Forum: Mastersball.com Excel Tools
Topic: QS in Fantrax Points Tracker
Replies: 3
Views: 2558

Re: QS in Fantrax Points Tracker

Grumble, grumble...

On it.
by Todd Zola
January 13th, 2023, 1:51 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Never too early keeper advice
Replies: 10
Views: 3944

Re: Never too early keeper advice

Jansen is worth considering, AL catching is weaker than NL catching, so he's probably mid-pack among AL backstops.
by Todd Zola
January 10th, 2023, 1:27 pm
Forum: League Openings
Topic: Two openings in a 15-team mixed league, no trading, $100 entry
Replies: 1
Views: 3391

Re: Two openings in a 15-team mixed league, no trading, $100 entry

Hi - we have one opening in The Patrick B. Young League, run by Perry Van Hook. The draft is on Fantrax, starts around Jan. 24. Standard 5x5 with twice a week (Mon and Fri) moves for everyone. $1000 FAAB with weekly (Saturday night) runs. No trades. $100 entry If interested, please PM me your email ...
by Todd Zola
January 8th, 2023, 5:36 pm
Forum: Testing & Troubleshooting
Topic: Dynasty Team Spreadsheet help
Replies: 1
Views: 1907

Re: Dynasty Team Spreadsheet help

Sorry, the only way to enter the players is manually. The process goes pretty quickly, but there is no automated process. It's built on a standard Excel spreadsheet.
by Todd Zola
January 7th, 2023, 8:50 am
Forum: Testing & Troubleshooting
Topic: Customizable Points(.xlsx) question
Replies: 1
Views: 1916

Re: Customizable Points(.xlsx) question

Everything was updated last night. If the 12/31 version is showing up for you, try refreshing.
by Todd Zola
December 29th, 2022, 10:57 am
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Never too early keeper advice
Replies: 10
Views: 3944

Re: Never too early keeper advice

Yes, worth considering. I don't see it limiting what can be done in the auction any more than having to pay inflated prices limits what one can do.
by Todd Zola
December 20th, 2022, 8:50 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Keepers in Dynasty
Replies: 4
Views: 2388

Re: Keepers in Dynasty

Is there a separate minor league draft, or do you lump everything together so some draft prospects and others draft MLB reserves to fill out the 15 spots? If that's the approach, this is a lot like the XFL. Teams wanting to win draft spec closers, 4th outfielders etc, while rebuilding teams draft th...
by Todd Zola
December 20th, 2022, 3:35 pm
Forum: Testing & Troubleshooting
Topic: 12-17-22 Start release
Replies: 2
Views: 1969

Re: 12-17-22 Start release

All pitchers are entered with "P". "R" designates a reserve.
by Todd Zola
December 19th, 2022, 9:06 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Keepers in Dynasty
Replies: 4
Views: 2388

Re: Keepers in Dynasty

I agree with India over Wong, but not De La Cruz over Hays, but that could be an irrational belief Hays isn't done. From a more practical perspective, Hays is in a better lineup, and even with the Camden Yards renovation, it's a better hitting venue than Marlins Park.
by Todd Zola
December 19th, 2022, 2:30 am
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Never too early keeper advice
Replies: 10
Views: 3944

Re: Never too early keeper advice

It's generally not a sophomore slump; it's most always organic regression.

Which way to go is a matter of risk aversion and ability to absorb the extra salary and what can be done with it.

Altuve is much safer, we don't know Pena's baseline. It comes down to the $11 difference.
by Todd Zola
November 30th, 2022, 9:27 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Never too early keeper advice
Replies: 10
Views: 3944

Re: Never too early keeper advice

I can't judge trade equity - too many factors. That said, I'm considering it if I have Arozarena, but can't say it's a no-brainer.

Keep in mind, the balanced schedule should help AL East (Cole, Gausman) and hurt AL Central (Bieber).
by Todd Zola
November 25th, 2022, 7:42 pm
Forum: League Openings
Topic: Two openings in a 15-team mixed league, no trading, $100 entry
Replies: 1
Views: 3391

Two openings in a 15-team mixed league, no trading, $100 entry

Hi - we have to openings in The Jerry Beckham League, run by Perry Van Hook. The draft is early December on Fantrax. Standard 5x5 with twice a week (Mon and Fri) moves for everyone. $1000 FAAB with weekly (Saturday night) runs.

If interested, please PM me your email and I'll hook you up with Perry.
by Todd Zola
November 1st, 2022, 7:41 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Never too early keeper advice
Replies: 10
Views: 3944

Re: Never too early keeper advice

I have a few minutes so...

First seven look fine. I'd like another solid arm to help balance some of Ray's risk, but he's worthy of the extension.

I'm a Pena fan, he'd probably be my #8.
by Todd Zola
October 28th, 2022, 2:45 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Never too early keeper advice
Replies: 10
Views: 3944

Re: Never too early keeper advice

I'm in crunch mode for the 2021 launch, then I have First Pitch Arizona. I'll circle back mid-November.
by Todd Zola
August 29th, 2022, 1:06 pm
Forum: Strategy & Theory Discussion
Topic: H2H single league playoff pitching strategy
Replies: 1
Views: 6256

Re: H2H single league playoff pitching strategy

In general, there are two approaches. 1) Using what you feel is the best lineup 2) Playing defense to combat what you perceive to be your opponent's lineup I usually lean to #1, but will consider #2 if my opponent is clearly strong/deficient in particular categories. A major part of the approach is ...
by Todd Zola
August 12th, 2022, 9:19 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: 2023 flyer
Replies: 1
Views: 1079

Re: 2023 flyer

Carpenter is unsigned, so it would matter the team and best guess at role.

I would only keep either if I had no other option at all as a keeper. I don't like giving up the opportunity cost of the roster spot.
by Todd Zola
August 7th, 2022, 12:45 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Kiriloff...done for the year...2023?
Replies: 1
Views: 789

Re: Kiriloff...done for the year...2023?

I'm not a fan of speculative keepers. Your mileage may vary.
by Todd Zola
August 2nd, 2022, 3:21 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: He's baaaack......Kelenic
Replies: 3
Views: 1604

Re: He's baaaack......Kelenic

Tampa Bob wrote: August 2nd, 2022, 2:14 pm

A question I am asking myself is who will pick up the saves in Baltimore. If it's a single closer that's the guy I'm looking for.
Stop asking, the answer is Felix Bautista.
by Todd Zola
July 31st, 2022, 12:39 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: He's baaaack......Kelenic
Replies: 3
Views: 1604

Re: He's baaaack......Kelenic

He turned 23 two weeks ago.

His first shot came at 21 years old, following a year with no minor league play.

I can't say whether to bid, but I can suggest cease from wondering if he's a Quad-A guy.
by Todd Zola
July 25th, 2022, 11:46 am
Forum: Strategy & Theory Discussion
Topic: Give up W+QS and Ks for pitching ratios?
Replies: 1
Views: 6262

Re: Give up W+QS and Ks for pitching ratios?

I help with player analysis and offer ways to approach decisions (which you clearly are doing). I leave roster moves up to you folks, you have the necessary information.
by Todd Zola
July 24th, 2022, 6:41 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Tweaking my roster
Replies: 3
Views: 3164

Re: Tweaking my roster

Not a fan of Trammell or Bolt, but I guess I'd rather see what Bolt can do.
by Todd Zola
July 23rd, 2022, 3:14 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Prato vs Carpenter
Replies: 1
Views: 745

Re: Prato vs Carpenter

To me, it's more a question of philosophy than looking at my ROS numbers. With playing time questions for both, I'd rather dance with the devil I know, though Carpenter's playing time also revolves around whether the Yankees make a move, the rumor is Benintendi (which could even aid Pratto). Maybe r...
by Todd Zola
July 17th, 2022, 8:29 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Kutter Crawford vs Domingo German
Replies: 1
Views: 753

Re: Kutter Crawford vs Domingo German

Who do you think puts up better numbers in the second half? German will be throwing in front of the best offense in the AL but his FB is 1-2 ticks slower than his lowest speed since he's been in the majors and that's been borne out by his poor K-rate in the minors. Crawford has looked serviceable b...
by Todd Zola
July 16th, 2022, 7:34 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: HR Derby
Replies: 1
Views: 2732

Re: HR Derby

Zero, zilch, nada.
by Todd Zola
July 9th, 2022, 8:50 pm
Forum: Player News and Analysis
Topic: Nolan Jones
Replies: 1
Views: 751

Re: Nolan Jones

Jones wasn't so much hot as his first half merited a callup and there was a need (in terms of opening and spark) at the major league level. His HardHit% spiked, if he can keep it up, he should be able to overcome his K% so long as it stays below 30%. If he continues to hit, there are pathways to pla...
by Todd Zola
July 7th, 2022, 2:17 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: When to cut bait
Replies: 7
Views: 3573

Re: When to cut bait

I have access to a database with the info, so I haven't had to learn how to pull it from Statcast/Baseball Savant. It should be there.
by Todd Zola
July 6th, 2022, 10:15 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: When to cut bait
Replies: 7
Views: 3573

Re: When to cut bait

I'm willing to cut bait with anyone spending a lot of the first half on the IL (O'Neill). Injuries beget more injuries and there's the time it takes to shake off the rust. Straw loses a ton of utility in the nine-hole. Depending on roster construct and category needs, cutting bait is absolutely defe...
by Todd Zola
July 3rd, 2022, 5:01 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: Which SP do you like RoS?
Replies: 2
Views: 2757

Re: Which SP do you like RoS?

I'm evaluating for the next few weeks, not few months -- there's just too much going on to look ahead ROS. Nobody from the group is pitching well. Suarez has pitched the best lately, Kikuchi has the most potential to go on a run. I'm still on Kukuchi, but wouldn't blame anyone to go in another direc...
by Todd Zola
June 26th, 2022, 7:43 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: trade options
Replies: 3
Views: 3089

Re: trade options

Gilbert is safer, Pivetta could have a higher upside.
by Todd Zola
June 25th, 2022, 7:57 pm
Forum: Team Management Advice
Topic: trade options
Replies: 3
Views: 3089

Re: trade options

Not my thing to say yay or nay to a deal so...

I trust Logan Gilbert to perform a lot more than I trust Riley Greene, at least for this season.

Trades are not done in a vacuum, especially those with keeper implications. There is only one person to ask if it's enough.