The Draft is over...It has been nearly 24 hours since the 1st ever Turkey Bowl Draft, and I'm still shaking. There were some questionable picks and some shocking trades. Here is my preview for the 4th Annual Turkey Bowl Classic:
(1) Ferromosca will be Ejected- His fiery temperment has become a source of strength for this outspoken wideout. However, the emotions of the event will once again bring a drunken rant and physical confrontation with opponents and teammates alike. Keep this in mind....Pooch and Mosca on the same team, that is like Varitek and A-Rod sharing a dugout. It is not going to go well if they do not excel early.
(2) Kris Self will score a touchdown...the only one for his team- This game might be even if Self decides to stay the whole game. However, his recent engagement to Lindsay will deter his dedication to the game. The second "MMMMbop" comes across the field from his Ringtone he will be out of there quicker than Tom Pistolas being on the "cusp". With Self gone, the team will lack all athletic ability and will compile 3 competed passes for the rest of the game.
(3) Pistolas and D'Urso will Go Off- Due to some nifty drafting by GM Dan Delorenzo, they were able to swoop up D'Urso with a late draft steal. Pistolas, an early round selection, will team with D'Urso to make a dynamic duo on the same level as Peyton and Marvin. D'Urso's hard training in the off-season was a surprise to everyone. Pistolas, nursing a bad finger, will share the duties with D'Urso at QB. Big Prediction: Passing-D'Urso 23-25, 375 yds, 3 TD. Pistolas: 45-46, 765 yds, 5 TDS. Receiving- D'Urso 7 catches, 145 yds, 2 TD. Pistolas 4 Catches 99 yds, 1 TD.
(4) Pistolas and D'Urso may score big, but Delorenzo will be MVP- The most underrated player in Turkey Bowl history will once again prove himself to be the best player. Delorenzo's speed and shiftiness will be on display. His ability to turn short plays into big plays is unequaled in the league. Look for Delorenzo to catch at least 5 TD passes and gain a monsterous 969 yds receiving...thus setting a Turkey Bowl record.
(5) JD and Rashad will continue to be paper players on Offense- Do not get me wrong, these two are more physically gifted than any other players on the field. But they have stone hands. However, there will be a silver lining, they will dominate on defense. McManus' speed and strength will be on par with Jason Sehorn in his glory days, and Rashad will provide the type of coverage that will be compared to Deion Sanders. Look for these two to breakout this game.
(6) Butler will be racist- Unavoidable.
Final prediction: Delorenzo's Warriors- 56, Self's Crew-7.
MVP- Dan Delorenzo- 15 Catches, 969 Yds, 5 TDs.
Least Valuable Player- Matt- 1 Catch, 3 yds, 0 TDs.
Comeback Player of the Year- D'Urso
John Ferromosca Award for Worst Sportsmanship- John Ferromosca (Anger Division) & Paul Butler (Racism)
Pro Bowl-
QB- Tom Pistolas
WR- Dan Delorenzo
CB- Rashad
FS- Tom Pistolas
Special Teams- D'Urso
Friday, November 14, 2008
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Return to Glory Part Deux
Here is the second edition of the change for the Yankees:
(1) Push Pat Venditte through the system...fast- Truthfully at first I just wanted to see it. But looking at his numbers (.83 ERA, 23 Saves, 42 K's in 32 Innings). The kid can actually become a necessary element of the Yankees future. Can you imagine if they had him last year and didn't get Damaso Marte? He is a one man bullpen. And here is the crazy part, his stuff is really really good. So let's see how he does with tougher competition.
(2) Realize Xavier Nady is Good- The guy is one of the most underrated, and discarded, player in the majors. He hits for a good average, with pretty good power and can spray the ball to all fields. He also plays pretty solid defense. I would like to see the Yankees sign him for 3 more years. I think Matsui can DH, Abreu in right and Gardner in center. Thats a fast (Gardner and Abreu), powerful (Abreu and Nady) and defensively minded (all of them) outfield.
(3) Re-sign Molina- If anyone doubts Josie Molina has a viable backup catcher, they haven't been watching any games. Yes, his bat is slow and so is he. But his defense changes games. If Posada is healthy, they can use Molina as a late inning defensive replacement. He will cost you nothing and give you one of the best defensive catchers in baseball on your bench.
(4) See if you can get Pavano back- Alright I know. He was one of the biggest bust in Yankees history. I realize that. But he pitched well late in the season. With his arm troubles, the Yanks could get him back for relatively little. Also, I would want to see if he wants to make it up to the Yankees fans. If I were in his shoes, I would get back to the Yankees for the minimum salary and create a better legacy for myself.
(5) Utilize Wang and Chamberlain as the Best 1-2 Punch in Baseball- There are perhaps no two more dominant and different pitchers. Joba is all power with sharp breaking stuff. Wang's sinker, when it's on, it is the best in baseball. The Yankees need to not mess around and keep Joba in the rotation and rehab Wang adequately. These two are the keys to the Yankees success.
(1) Push Pat Venditte through the system...fast- Truthfully at first I just wanted to see it. But looking at his numbers (.83 ERA, 23 Saves, 42 K's in 32 Innings). The kid can actually become a necessary element of the Yankees future. Can you imagine if they had him last year and didn't get Damaso Marte? He is a one man bullpen. And here is the crazy part, his stuff is really really good. So let's see how he does with tougher competition.
(2) Realize Xavier Nady is Good- The guy is one of the most underrated, and discarded, player in the majors. He hits for a good average, with pretty good power and can spray the ball to all fields. He also plays pretty solid defense. I would like to see the Yankees sign him for 3 more years. I think Matsui can DH, Abreu in right and Gardner in center. Thats a fast (Gardner and Abreu), powerful (Abreu and Nady) and defensively minded (all of them) outfield.
(3) Re-sign Molina- If anyone doubts Josie Molina has a viable backup catcher, they haven't been watching any games. Yes, his bat is slow and so is he. But his defense changes games. If Posada is healthy, they can use Molina as a late inning defensive replacement. He will cost you nothing and give you one of the best defensive catchers in baseball on your bench.
(4) See if you can get Pavano back- Alright I know. He was one of the biggest bust in Yankees history. I realize that. But he pitched well late in the season. With his arm troubles, the Yanks could get him back for relatively little. Also, I would want to see if he wants to make it up to the Yankees fans. If I were in his shoes, I would get back to the Yankees for the minimum salary and create a better legacy for myself.
(5) Utilize Wang and Chamberlain as the Best 1-2 Punch in Baseball- There are perhaps no two more dominant and different pitchers. Joba is all power with sharp breaking stuff. Wang's sinker, when it's on, it is the best in baseball. The Yankees need to not mess around and keep Joba in the rotation and rehab Wang adequately. These two are the keys to the Yankees success.
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Yankees Return to Glory Part I
The Yankees are in serious need of renovation. Here are some suggestions for moves they need to make in order to return to glory:
Part I
(1) Don't Resign Giambi- The only way I would consider taking him back is if it comes at a major discount. This won't happen because he hit a lot of home runs. Also, even if the Yankees don't make a play for Teixeira, they need to give time for Shelley Duncan to play. He will hit a lot of home runs and hit for the same average as Giambi at a serious decrease in price.
(2) Take a shot at Sabathia, not Teixeira- C.C. proved his metal when the Brewers picked him up and he was the most dominant pitcher in the league. He already has won the CY Young in the AL and would have no trouble transitioning. He is a big game pitcher who relishes the spot light, something the Yankees other signings have not been good in. As for Teixeira, he underwells me. Yea he had an awesome season this year but he strikes out a lot. And the Yankees need pitching and they won't be able to sign both.
(3) Give Gardner the keys to the car- He hit absolutely nothing early on, but he came on late in the season. He plays wonderful defense and has game changing speed (80 out of 80 according to Baseball America). His speed is considered on par with Ichiro. He has tremendous plate discipline and when he gets on base he will steal second 90% of the time. We have seen what Melky has to offer (.249, 8, 37), it is time we give Gardner the spot for good. It doesn't hurt that he likes the big moments (first walk off hit by a rookie against the Red Sox since Derek Jeter). Let him work with the hitting coaches all of Spring Training and during the year and the kid will shock everyone.
(4) Invest in Kerry Wood- I know, I know. But he won't come at a huge price and could really add a strong element to the bullpen. The guy can throw fire and saved 33 games last year. Imagine the set-up team of Veras, Bruney, Ramirez, and Wood....oh that's not too bad at all. And for a relatively low cost. If he does not pan out, he did not cost you very much (just 6-8 million, according to Tom Pistolas).
(5) Sign Oliver Perez- He will be expensive but if you don't get C.C. then you need a stud pitcher. When he worked with a good pitching coach, he dominated. He is inconsistent but knows what it is like to pitch in New York. He absolutely wrecked the Yankees. The knock on him is that he pitches down to competition, but everyone says that the Yankees beat up on bad teams. So I figure it is a perfect fit. While Perez gives up five runs in 6 innings, the Yankees crank out 17 runs. Or, the Yankees score one run and Perez throws 8 innings, 2 hits and 9 strikeouts. This kid might be a cheaper investment in Sabathia if he pays off.
Part I
(1) Don't Resign Giambi- The only way I would consider taking him back is if it comes at a major discount. This won't happen because he hit a lot of home runs. Also, even if the Yankees don't make a play for Teixeira, they need to give time for Shelley Duncan to play. He will hit a lot of home runs and hit for the same average as Giambi at a serious decrease in price.
(2) Take a shot at Sabathia, not Teixeira- C.C. proved his metal when the Brewers picked him up and he was the most dominant pitcher in the league. He already has won the CY Young in the AL and would have no trouble transitioning. He is a big game pitcher who relishes the spot light, something the Yankees other signings have not been good in. As for Teixeira, he underwells me. Yea he had an awesome season this year but he strikes out a lot. And the Yankees need pitching and they won't be able to sign both.
(3) Give Gardner the keys to the car- He hit absolutely nothing early on, but he came on late in the season. He plays wonderful defense and has game changing speed (80 out of 80 according to Baseball America). His speed is considered on par with Ichiro. He has tremendous plate discipline and when he gets on base he will steal second 90% of the time. We have seen what Melky has to offer (.249, 8, 37), it is time we give Gardner the spot for good. It doesn't hurt that he likes the big moments (first walk off hit by a rookie against the Red Sox since Derek Jeter). Let him work with the hitting coaches all of Spring Training and during the year and the kid will shock everyone.
(4) Invest in Kerry Wood- I know, I know. But he won't come at a huge price and could really add a strong element to the bullpen. The guy can throw fire and saved 33 games last year. Imagine the set-up team of Veras, Bruney, Ramirez, and Wood....oh that's not too bad at all. And for a relatively low cost. If he does not pan out, he did not cost you very much (just 6-8 million, according to Tom Pistolas).
(5) Sign Oliver Perez- He will be expensive but if you don't get C.C. then you need a stud pitcher. When he worked with a good pitching coach, he dominated. He is inconsistent but knows what it is like to pitch in New York. He absolutely wrecked the Yankees. The knock on him is that he pitches down to competition, but everyone says that the Yankees beat up on bad teams. So I figure it is a perfect fit. While Perez gives up five runs in 6 innings, the Yankees crank out 17 runs. Or, the Yankees score one run and Perez throws 8 innings, 2 hits and 9 strikeouts. This kid might be a cheaper investment in Sabathia if he pays off.
Monday, November 10, 2008
Player Awards MLB 2008
Hey everyone,
I have begun to try and figure out the MLB yearly awards and find out who the true award receipients should be:
AL MVP: Josh Hamilton (.304, 32, 130)- He is the feel good story of the MLB season. But I think that may even work against him. He had dominant stats on a team that completely was lost this year. All respect to Pedrioa, but his stats are good but on a team that is far better. Hamilton has finally returned from drugs and substance abuse to become the player that every scout said "was the best prospect ever".
AL CY Young: Cliff Lee (22-3, 2.54, 170 k's)- If any sportswriter votes against Cliff Lee they are doing it just to spite him. He led the league in wins and ERA on a Cleveland team that completely underachieved and gave up relatively early in the season.
AL Rookie of the Year: Evan Longoria (.272, 27, 85)- Already the leader of a Tamp Bay team that is scary good for being so young. Perhaps the biggest shock of all will be that the Rays netted him for what is going to be the biggest contract steal of all time (6 yrs/17.5 million).
AL Manager of the Year: Joe Madden, Tampa Bay- No question. Don't even argue.
AL Comeback Player of the Year: Mike Mussina- Perhaps the greatest turnaround for a player nearing AARP eligibility. He won 20 games for the first time in his illustrious career. Would have won the CY Young (or at least be in better contention) if Cliff Lee didn't decide to start acting like a real pitcher.
NL MVP: Albert Pujols (.357, 37, 116)- I hate giving Pujols the award because I feel like he should get it every year. But honestly, he had an unbelievable season. Also makes his 7 yr-100 million dollar contract the best bargain since Evan Longoria in 2008 or Aaron Small in 2004.
NL CY Young: Tim Lincecum (18-5, 2.62, 265 K's)- I know Webb has 4 more wins, but his ERA is more than a half run higher, strikeouts lower, and his team was far better than the lowly Giants. This jello-armed Lincecum looks like he is going to fall off the mound every throw but he has earned this award. He won 18 games on the Giants! If he was in Webb's position he might have won 25 games.
NL Rookie of the Year: Geovanny Soto (.285, 23, 86)- This kid has brought back power hitting catchers. He was exactly what the Cubs needed this year, a kid who doesnt get hurt every five minutes and actually OVER-achieves. Reward him now Cubs!
NL Manager of the Year- Charlie Manuel, Phillies- Actually helped the Phillies get to actually be their potential, which was not the case with former managers. This is perhaps the two easiest Manager of the Year awards ever.
NL Comeback Player of the Year: Christian Guzman(.316,9, 55)- Remember when he used to be good for the Twins? Well he returned from the dead to make the All-Star team and rank 4th in the National League in Average.
I have begun to try and figure out the MLB yearly awards and find out who the true award receipients should be:
AL MVP: Josh Hamilton (.304, 32, 130)- He is the feel good story of the MLB season. But I think that may even work against him. He had dominant stats on a team that completely was lost this year. All respect to Pedrioa, but his stats are good but on a team that is far better. Hamilton has finally returned from drugs and substance abuse to become the player that every scout said "was the best prospect ever".
AL CY Young: Cliff Lee (22-3, 2.54, 170 k's)- If any sportswriter votes against Cliff Lee they are doing it just to spite him. He led the league in wins and ERA on a Cleveland team that completely underachieved and gave up relatively early in the season.
AL Rookie of the Year: Evan Longoria (.272, 27, 85)- Already the leader of a Tamp Bay team that is scary good for being so young. Perhaps the biggest shock of all will be that the Rays netted him for what is going to be the biggest contract steal of all time (6 yrs/17.5 million).
AL Manager of the Year: Joe Madden, Tampa Bay- No question. Don't even argue.
AL Comeback Player of the Year: Mike Mussina- Perhaps the greatest turnaround for a player nearing AARP eligibility. He won 20 games for the first time in his illustrious career. Would have won the CY Young (or at least be in better contention) if Cliff Lee didn't decide to start acting like a real pitcher.
NL MVP: Albert Pujols (.357, 37, 116)- I hate giving Pujols the award because I feel like he should get it every year. But honestly, he had an unbelievable season. Also makes his 7 yr-100 million dollar contract the best bargain since Evan Longoria in 2008 or Aaron Small in 2004.
NL CY Young: Tim Lincecum (18-5, 2.62, 265 K's)- I know Webb has 4 more wins, but his ERA is more than a half run higher, strikeouts lower, and his team was far better than the lowly Giants. This jello-armed Lincecum looks like he is going to fall off the mound every throw but he has earned this award. He won 18 games on the Giants! If he was in Webb's position he might have won 25 games.
NL Rookie of the Year: Geovanny Soto (.285, 23, 86)- This kid has brought back power hitting catchers. He was exactly what the Cubs needed this year, a kid who doesnt get hurt every five minutes and actually OVER-achieves. Reward him now Cubs!
NL Manager of the Year- Charlie Manuel, Phillies- Actually helped the Phillies get to actually be their potential, which was not the case with former managers. This is perhaps the two easiest Manager of the Year awards ever.
NL Comeback Player of the Year: Christian Guzman(.316,9, 55)- Remember when he used to be good for the Twins? Well he returned from the dead to make the All-Star team and rank 4th in the National League in Average.
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