Fantasy Baseball '09

[msubulldogs21]

I just checked yahoo a few minutes ago and noticed that '09 baseball registration is now up and running. Who usually runs the league here? How do yall do it? Scoring rules, number of teams, etc? I definitely plan on being part of the league if I can.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

In the past it's been ORS.

[TheKilo]

In

[redsoxrules]

In

lol...take the time to read the posts

[Coco's Disciples]

I am also in whenever it starts. Can't wait.

[mtbykr]

I'm in as well, looking forward to it.

[yeszir]

I'm going to go ahead and make a decree: whoever neglected their team last year is ineligible this year. Fantasy baseball is significantly more fun when people are active.

Maybe if we all pitched in to cover the fee plus a small prize that would be an incentive to participate?

[msubulldogs21]

I'm going to go ahead and make a decree: whoever neglected their team last year is ineligible this year. Fantasy baseball is significantly more fun when people are active.

Maybe if we all pitched in to cover the fee plus a small prize that would be an incentive to participate?

Agreed. I hate it when people sign up to play a fantasy game and quit like a month in.

What fee are you talking about? I wouldn't mind chipping in. Just curious.

[yeszir]

Agreed. I hate it when people sign up to play a fantasy game and quit like a month in.

What fee are you talking about? I wouldn't mind chipping in. Just curious.

The yahoo premium fee is I think around $125 for the league. Totally worth it, it gets a lot of sweet add-ons for everyone and a t-shirt for the winner.

[msubulldogs21]

The yahoo premium fee is I think around $125 for the league. Totally worth it, it gets a lot of sweet add-ons for everyone and a t-shirt for the winner.

Gotcha. Yeah, it wouldn't be that bad if we all chipped in. That includes the draft kit and all that good stuff right? We did that in football I believe and it included stattracker so I'm sure baseball would be the same. Plus, you'll have stattracker for your other leagues.

ORS, you running the league again like they said?

[ORS]

Got a lot on my plate right now. I know the role of commish is pretty hands off in general, but I'd just as soon someone else do it this year. You can count me in to play and participate, though. And, I'll chip in for the premium league.

[Coco's Disciples]

I didn't pay for football this year, so I'll pitch in 2x my fee.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Got a lot on my plate right now. I know the role of commish is pretty hands off in general, but I'd just as soon someone else do it this year. You can count me in to play and participate, though. And, I'll chip in for the premium league.

I understand your situation. I'll "pitch hit" and run it for you this year. I'll set it up latter today.

[Keeper]

Count me in as well.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

The Talkson Premium 09 League has been established. The dues ( mandatory ) will be
$ 25. This will bo towards $ 125 Yahoo league fee and the rest to a cash prize(s). This year dues are mandatory. In the past, only about 50% have paid their dues. When I send out the invitations with the league registration information, I'll also include my mailing address and my Paypal address. If I don't receive your dues by a week before draft date, then you will be dropped.
Currently here is the list of members who have expressed interest :

SFOC
Son of SFOC
Coco's Disciples
Yeszir
The Kilo
Mtbykr
MSUbulldogs21
One Red Seat
Keeper
Redsoxrules
a700Hitter
SOTK's

[a700hitter]

I'm in. Let's have some fun.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Remember after you sign up to post your team name.

[Coco's Disciples]

I am Brad and the Pennies. I wanted Darryl and the Strawberries but it was too many letters. I'll think of something better.

Is it going to be a live draft?

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Yes, absolutly !

The draft time is tentatively set for Thursday 3/19 @ 7:00 PM EST

[yeszir]

I'm definitely in as well. The draft time sounds great to me.

Thanks SFoC! I was going to offer to run it but you beat me to it.

edit: I'm "yeszir", ill be more creative later

[mtbykr]

I'm in...Suitcase of Courage is the team name and dues were sent via paypal.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Just in case, I'm the Caped Crusaders.

[Keeper]

My team will be It Byrnes When I Peavy.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Bog Papi's CC is my son Pete.

[yeszir]

My team will be It Byrnes When I Peavy.

:lol:

[WhiskeyBreath]

If you guys need another team I am interested. I know I'm new here but you can count on me to stick with the team the entire season. Let me know, thanks.

[schillingouttheks]

Aight I'll be in there.

[TheKilo]

In honor of the way the season ended last year....

God Damn Longorians

[Sox Fan on Cape]

I have sent out 12 invitations ( as per list on page 1 ). Whiskybreath you have not been snubbed. I am waiting to hear from Gom and a couple of others. Yahoo will only let us have an even number of teams. I will probably cut the invitations at 14 and will save any addtional interest on a waiting list. If openings become available ( due to non payment of dues or dropping out ) replacements will be made from this list.

[ORS]

ORS = Lugo Super Twitch

Funds will be enroute this weekend.

[26 to 6]

If there's room I'm in. I was active pretty much daily last year so that's not going to be an issue with me. Let me know. If there's no room no biggie.

[WhiskeyBreath]

I have sent out 12 invitations ( as per list on page 1 ). Whiskybreath you have not been snubbed. I am waiting to hear from Gom and a couple of others. Yahoo will only let us have an even number of teams. I will probably cut the invitations at 14 and will save any addtional interest on a waiting list. If openings become available ( due to non payment of dues or dropping out ) replacements will be made from this list.

Sounds good. Toss a message my way if there is a spot open for me.

[yeszir]

Money en route Tuesday, since there will be no mail on Monday.

[Coco's Disciples]

Dues sent via Paypal.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Money en route Tuesday, since there will be no mail on Monday.

True, they say PayPal works 24/7.



Dues sent via Paypal.

Thanks Coco.

[Gom]

Not only am I in, but I will be the 2009 champion. No questions asked.

[yeszir]

Not only am I in, but I will be the 2009 champion. No questions asked.

Oh no. You're going to pester us all about trades 24/7 aren't you.

[redsoxrules]

I'm Team Dynasty

[26 to 6]

I'm The Shoeless DiMaggio'z

[Keeper]

I'll send the money in some time next week. Let me know when it arrives.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

I'll send the money in some time next week. Let me know when it arrives.

Why haven't you registered ?

[Keeper]

I tried. It's on Yahoo, right?

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Yes. Make sure you use the Plus league.

[Keeper]

Ah, I think I got it now. Thanks.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

I guess so. You must be " It Byrnes When I Pie" .

[Keeper]

Yep. There was a 20-character limit, so I couldn't fit Peavy in. Felix Pie was a good alternative.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

:D

[msubulldogs21]

I'll get registered and everything sometime tomorrow. Haven't been around much the last day or two.

[schillingouttheks]

<--------- FML.

[26 to 6]

Oh no. You're going to pester us all about trades 24/7 aren't you.
LOL :lol:

[msubulldogs21]

I'm CC's Pizza.

"CC's Pizza! All you can eat for only $3.99!"

(please tell me a few have heard of this establishment and phrase)

[CrespoBlows]

I'm CC's Pizza.

"CC's Pizza! All you can eat for only $3.99!"

(please tell me a few have heard of this establishment and phrase)

I've heard of Cici's, but not CC's.

[msubulldogs21]

I've heard of Cici's, but not CC's.

Yeah, that's what I'm referring to. I had to change the name to fit the CC joke though. Sabathia.. food.. you get the point. ;)

I'm not sure if they still do, but they used to have this pizza buffet for $3.99 which was part of their slogan which I was talking about.

[Gom]

Oh no. You're going to pester us all about trades 24/7 aren't you.

Wanna trade?

[msubulldogs21]

I know it's not possible, but I think it would be an interesting wrinkle if we could trade draft picks/rounds after we found out the random order just before the draft.

[Keeper]

Just sent the money. Don't be alarmed that the return address is a law office.

[CrespoBlows]

Yeah, that's what I'm referring to. I had to change the name to fit the CC joke though. Sabathia.. food.. you get the point. ;)

I'm not sure if they still do, but they used to have this pizza buffet for $3.99 which was part of their slogan which I was talking about.

I missed about five innings of Game 6 of the ALCS, because of Cici's delicious $3.99 pizza.

The pizza is surprisingly good, but you will pay for it after consumption.

[BSN07]

Hey I played in a the Rotisserie style league for the 1st time last season and got hammered. I'm back with the same group of guys, and our draft is in a couple weeks. Any advice? Is it true you should draft to finish fourth in every category?

[Sox Fan on Cape]

I changed the draft date to Wednesday March 18 at 7:00 PM as my son and I had a conflict with the original time.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Just sent the money. Don't be alarmed that the return address is a law office.

Money received. Thank you.

[yeszir]

I changed the draft date to Wednesday March 18 at 7:00 PM as my son and I had a conflict with the original time.

Any chance this can be pushed an hour (even half an hour?) earlier or moved to a different day? I have a class at 7 (8 EST) and I'd hate to have to skip that. :lol:

[msubulldogs21]

My funds will be going out tomorrow, SFOC.

[Jacoby_Ellsbury]

I guess so. You must be " It Byrnes When I Pie" .
I died.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Any chance this can be pushed an hour (even half an hour?) earlier or moved to a different day? I have a class at 7 (8 EST) and I'd hate to have to skip that. :lol:

The darft time has been adjusted. the new draft date : Wednesday, March 18 6:00 PM EST.

[26 to 6]

That might be difficult for me. i don't usually get home until 7 on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. If possible can we move it again? if not I'll have to pre-rank I guess.

Thanks.

[msubulldogs21]

Just out of curiosity, since it's head to head, are the standings going to be like fantasy hockey? As in, if I win 7 categories and lose 3, will I be 7-3 after one week or will I just be 1-0 for winning my matchup?

[yeszir]

Just out of curiosity, since it's head to head, are the standings going to be like fantasy hockey? As in, if I win 7 categories and lose 3, will I be 7-3 after one week or will I just be 1-0 for winning my matchup?

7-3. I had no idea anyone played fantasy hockey. :lol:

if people have trouble with a weekday draft, what about a weekend draft time?

[Sox Fan on Cape]

7-3. I had no idea anyone played fantasy hockey. :lol:

if people have trouble with a weekday draft, what about a weekend draft time?

We're just an all-around fun site, with something for everyone. :thumbsup:

[msubulldogs21]

I had no idea anyone played fantasy hockey. :lol:

http://www.talksox.com/forum/contests-prizes/11207-yahoo-hockey-08-a.html

:D

[WhiskeyBreath]

7-3. I had no idea anyone played fantasy hockey. :lol:


I have a fantasy hockey team ranked in the top 200 right now :D

[26 to 6]

Let me know about a date if we decide to change the draft again. I think a weekend would probably be best as yeszir suggested.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Let me know about a date if we decide to change the draft again. I think a weekend would probably be best as yeszir suggested.

Monday, Tuesday, Thrus, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday are all no good for me and my son.

[PapelbonLester]

any open spots i would to join

[TheKilo]

Hell no

[26 to 6]

Monday, Tuesday, Thrus, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday are all no good for me and my son.
Every Mon, Tue, Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sunday or just that week? Any chance we could do it a week sooner or even a week later towards the end of spring training? At least that way there's less time until the season and more time for spring injuries to play out, making it easier to avoid drafting a big player who goes down during the spring and misses a chunk of the season?

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Every Mon, Tue, Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sunday or just that week? Any chance we could do it a week sooner or even a week later towards the end of spring training? At least that way there's less time until the season and more time for spring injuries to play out, making it easier to avoid drafting a big player who goes down during the spring and misses a chunk of the season?

That's my schedule regardless of which week until April 15. My son's will not change until June 25.

[Keeper]

That's nuts. You must be accountants.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Ding. My son is a student with two jobs.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

My funds will be going out tomorrow, SFOC.

If you're Josh, then I received your funds. Thanks.

[Coco's Disciples]

For the record, I can't do Wednesdays until March 18 or later.

[msubulldogs21]

If you're Josh, then I received your funds. Thanks.

Yeah, that's me.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Current status of the league.

Current Draft Date : Wednesday March 18 th @ 6:00 PM EST

Dues Deadline : Wednesday March 11 th ( must be received by ).

Dues not paid : TheKilo, ORS, 26-6, SOTK's

Waiting List : WhiskeyBreath

[26 to 6]

I don't really think I wanna pay to autodraft. No worries, not a big deal.

[Gom]

Don't be such a pussy. I need a good trading partner. Get in here, 26-6.

[a700hitter]

I don't really think I wanna pay to autodraft. No worries, not a big deal.Itg will probably improve your team. Gom needs a trading partner. The rest of us need the comic relief for the numerous times he will rip you off.:D

[Gom]

YOU GONNA TAKE THAT SHIT, 26???

[Sox Fan on Cape]

I don't really think I wanna pay to autodraft. No worries, not a big deal.

Are you sure you want to be deleted ? If so, I'll extend an invitation to the waiting list. Let me know.

[26 to 6]

Are you sure you want to be deleted ? If so, I'll extend an invitation to the waiting list. Let me know.
Are you sure you can't just push the draft time back like 45 minutes to an hour? Or even earlier in the afternoon. Tuesday's and Wednesday' 5:30-6:30 is no good for me. You seem to be willing to accommodate everyone else's needs but either just expect me to miss something important for the draft or have an unfair advantage by autodrafting in a league where everyone is gonna be drafting live. I mean look I would love to play I had a lot of fun last year with you guys but I'm not going to pay the same dues as everyone and not be extended the same courtesy. And it's not about the money, the $25 doesn't mean shit to me. It's the issue. So if nothing can be worked out for the draft then fine, delete me.

[TheKilo]

Please take me off the list - I do not wish to pay the dues.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Are you sure you can't just push the draft time back like 45 minutes to an hour? Or even earlier in the afternoon. Tuesday's and Wednesday' 5:30-6:30 is no good for me. You seem to be willing to accommodate everyone else's needs but either just expect me to miss something important for the draft or have an unfair advantage by autodrafting in a league where everyone is gonna be drafting live. I mean look I would love to play I had a lot of fun last year with you guys but I'm not going to pay the same dues as everyone and not be extended the same courtesy. And it's not about the money, the $25 doesn't mean shit to me. It's the issue. So if nothing can be worked out for the draft then fine, delete me.

There have been two adjustments to the original " tentative " draft date/time. First, when my son and I both realized that we couldn't make the Thursday 3/19 date. Subsequently, it was moved to 3/18. Shortly after, Yeszir asked that it be moved up an hour to 6:00 PM. I accomodated him. Then you asked to have it changed. So I've made two changes. I'd hardly call that accomadating "everyone". This was done with almost 3 weeks notice. With 3 weeks notice, you can't get out of work an hour early ?

[TheKilo]

If I can still play w/o paying the dues I'd be more than happy to, I just have much more important things to save for right now. Every dollar counts.

[26 to 6]

There have been two adjustments to the original " tentative " draft date/time. First, when my son and I both realized that we couldn't make the Thursday 3/19 date. Subsequently, it was moved to 3/18. Shortly after, Yeszir asked that it be moved up an hour to 6:00 PM. I accomodated him. Then you asked to have it changed. So I've made two changes. I'd hardly call that accomadating "everyone". This was done with almost 3 weeks notice. With 3 weeks notice, you can't get out of work an hour early ?
It's not work, it's a class I have to go to twice a week for 2 months. If it was something I could get out of early I would. Unfortunately I can't. I'm sorry to complicate things, but I just can't do it.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Please take me off the list - I do not wish to pay the dues.

Sorry you can't afford it. Per your request your team has been deleted. We are currently a 12 team league.

[redsoxrules]

the draft time is actually perfect timining for me as my hour lunch break at works start right at draft time .

how long does the draft usually last?

I always miss the draft due to work so this will be my first one

[TheKilo]

Sorry you can't afford it. Per your request your team has been deleted. We are currently a 12 team league.

You're welcome!!!

[msubulldogs21]

how long does the draft usually last?

A 12 team draft will probably be about 1 1/2 hours.

[ORS]

SFoC, let me know if you don't receive my dues in the next couple of days. I put the envelope in the mail last Thursday night, so it probably didn't hit the Post Office until Friday, but it should get there soon.

EDIT: Nevermind, just saw your PM that you got them.

[schillingouttheks]

Dues are in the mailbox, but I think the mail dude already came around, so it will probably be on the way tomorrow afternoon, SFoC.

[Jacoby_Ellsbury]

If I can still play w/o paying the dues I'd be more than happy to, I just have much more important things to save for right now. Every dollar counts.
Crack supply running low? :D



(heh heh, I crack me up)

[yeszir]

I know I requested that it be moved to 6 EST, and I could still make that, but a better time would be 8 EST on wednesday for me, I don't know about everyone else.

Any chance we could move it again, maybe to allow people who are working to have more time?

[Keeper]

8 would work better for me as well.

[msubulldogs21]

8 EST would be awesome for me, but if not I'll find a way to get off work early or something.

[ORS]

8:00 works better for me too, but I can make either time.

[Coco's Disciples]

6 works a little better for me, but 8 is fine. I'm flexible.

[redsoxrules]

I vote for 6

[schillingouttheks]

8 is fine.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Your wish for 8:00 PM EST is granted. But now you have to draft wisely.

I wish everyone can make the draft.

[26 to 6]

oh shit had this been done sooner i wouldnt have dropped out of the league. oh well. good luck to everyone.

[Gom]

I don't see why you can't get added. SFOC, please add 26. If you need to pair him up, Yankee20715 will definitely play.

[Gom]

We need active members, and 26 was active. Better to have one active member than 10 dead ones.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

PM's have been sent to 26-6 and TheKilo.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Please post your new team names.

[Coco's Disciples]

We need active members, and 26 was active. Better to have one active member than 10 dead ones.

Why would there be 10 dead members?

[Sox Fan on Cape]

I believe it's a bad use of poetic license.

[Gom]

Bad poetic license. I like that.

[TheKilo]

God Damn Longorians

If I win, the funds will be used for fantasy football in the fall.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Great ! Now all we need is 26-6.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

26-6, are you joining up or not ? I know that you read yhis thread on Sat. I think at the very least you owe us an answer.

[msubulldogs21]

Got my work schedule switched to 1-5 on draft day instead of 4-8 so I'm good to go. :D

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Currently we are at 13 registered members. I have extended invitations to Gom's friend and Whiskeybreath, as well as, 26-6. If anyone else is interested contact me. The dues are $ 25 and the draft is March 18th @ 8:00 PM EDT. The first one to register is in.

If we don't get a 14th team, then I'll have to drop TheKilo, as Yahoo does not allow an odd number pf teams. That would be a shame.

[26 to 6]

26-6, are you joining up or not ? I know that you read yhis thread on Sat. I think at the very least you owe us an answer.
Damn dude relax, I've had a busy weekend. I didn't have time to sign up when I first saw the invitation. It's not that serious to get worked up over. I'm in. Dues are coming.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Good. We're full at 14 see evetone on Wednesday.

[Coco's Disciples]

Yeeeahhh I'm stoked. See you at 8.

[msubulldogs21]

Don't forget about the draft...

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Just in case you forgot, the draft is in less than an hour. Good luck guys.

[msubulldogs21]

I'm anxious to see the draft positioning.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Your last, just kidding it's random, but I know what you mean.

[msubulldogs21]

Classic. 8th pick. This is my 2nd baseball draft and so far I've gotten the 11th and 8th picks in 12 team leagues.

[redsoxrules]

at least you made the draft , I couldn't

[26 to 6]

so jump in now. i came over a half hour late and just made my first pick.

[redsoxrules]

so jump in now. i came over a half hour late and just made my first pick.

Cant, I'm at work

[TheKilo]

Fuckkkkkk I missed like 9 picks

[Keeper]

Would've been nice to have Marmol close. Damn you, Lou Piniella!

[TheKilo]

Is Gregg closing?

[Keeper]

Yeah, Piniella announced it today. Good thing I picked him up.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Just a heads up guys. As some of you have noticed, scoring begins Sunday. For most Fantasy weeks, the week starts on Monday and ends on Sunday. Week #1 however, is actually two weeks. It runs from 3/30/09 to 4/12/09. In other words, don't get too excited about having or not having players in the Altanta vs Phil. game.

Good luck everyone !

PS : 26 to 6, still waiting for your dues.

[Gom]

Yo...there is trading going on and I AM NOT INVOLVED!!!!

This has to stop.

Someone trade with me. Please.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Yo...there is trading going on and I AM NOT INVOLVED!!!!

This has to stop.

Someone trade with me. Please.

Send out trade proposals.

[ORS]

Yo...there is trading going on and I AM NOT INVOLVED!!!!

This has to stop.

Someone trade with me. Please.
Per your words in the trade thread, Huff was available and you were fine picking up a stopgap when questioned about your 3B position until Arod returns. I sent you an offer, and you replied that you can't trade Huff because you need him until Arod gets back. This type of outright flip-flopping tends to turn people off from sending further proposals and wanting to negotiate with you.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Exactly right !

[msubulldogs21]

So, do you have to have a SP in the SP slot to get credit for his stats? Like, could you start two guys at SP, and two others at P and get credit for all four, or just the two in the SP slot?

[ORS]

You get credit for everyone not on the bench.

[Gom]

Per your words in the trade thread, Huff was available and you were fine picking up a stopgap when questioned about your 3B position until Arod returns. I sent you an offer, and you replied that you can't trade Huff because you need him until Arod gets back. This type of outright flip-flopping tends to turn people off from sending further proposals and wanting to negotiate with you.

ORS, refresh my memory. What was the deal?

[Gom]

Looking for OF help and RP help. Anyone?

[yeszir]

Looking for OF help and RP help. Anyone?

I have an overabundance of OF. Maybe, just MAYBE, I could part with someone in a few days time. I'm still fitting my team together and I want to see how things play out for a little while.

[TheKilo]

FML - offer sent

[Gom]

I made a few trade offers. Please respond as a courtesy.

[Gom]

Finally...a trade.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Looking for OF help and RP help. Anyone?

Hmmmm, gave up a RP to get an OF. That makes sense.

[Keeper]

What's going on with my team? First Alex Gordon. Then Nate McLouth. Now Hanley and Hawpe. Not that I should complain too much. We're doing pretty well in the standings.

[Gom]

My team sucks. Last place. Everyone available.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Gom and MSU offers sent.

[Gom]

Manny gone....there goes my season, LOL!

[redsoxrules]

LOL

[Gom]

That's it. Fire sale. One for one deals only. Convince me. Knock Keeper off his perch.

[Keeper]

:harhar:

[redsoxrules]

That's it. Fire sale. One for one deals only. Convince me. Knock Keeper off his perch.

I'll take Pujols then :D

[Gom]

I'll take Pujols then :D

Fine. Make me a fair deal. I won't win, but I want to trade.

[Gom]

One trade down...thank you 26. Need 8 more.

[redsoxrules]

Fine. Make me a fair deal. I won't win, but I want to trade.

I'm at work now ( work blocks fantasy leagues...bastards!! LOL )
so I'll take a look later

[Sox Fan on Cape]

One trade down...thank you 26. Need 8 more.

This trade will not go through.

[Gom]

This trade will not go through.

And why not?

[Sox Fan on Cape]

And why not?

Take your pick :

1) Don't like the trade

2) Don't think there should be trades involving players on th DL.

3) 26-6 has still not payed his dues.

4) Other

[Gom]

1) It shouldn't be up to you to decide. It should be up to the league.

2) See #1

3) That should be between you and him. Not fair to me who paid my dues.

4) No sense.

If the league votes against the trade, that's one thing. If you're going to arbitrarily choose what trades to accept and not to accept, then kindly return my dues as I do not wish to continue in the league. I've made great trades and terrible trades, and no one can forsee the future. I gave up more talent in the deal, by far. Are you saying that I can't trade Manny because he's suspended? That I can't trade Posada, who's injured, but has value, and is a backup to Mauer for me? That's bullshit, and you know it.

I traded a former All-Star and ERA leader, a temporary closer, and a guy hitting .339 for last years stolen base leader.

[Gom]

Please let me know why the trade was vetoed. If it was done by you SFOC and not by the league, please refund my dues.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Please let me know why the trade was vetoed. If it was done by you SFOC and not by the league, please refund my dues.

Check the league rules. All trades are subject to league vote.

[Gom]

Are there any restrictions on trading that I should know about SFOC? This is the first time in my life I've ever seen a trade vetoed, and it seems very fishy to me.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Are there any restrictions on trading that I should know about SFOC? This is the first time in my life I've ever seen a trade vetoed, and it seems very fishy to me.

Just what's in the rules. Well, this is only your second year here. I've had trades vetoed.

[Gom]

I think it's bullshit. I'm vetoing every deal from now on. I understand the need for vetoing deals, but what is it..one vote? There's barely any trading done at all!

The deal was a fair one, one where I gave up more talent down the road, but for a boost now, as I needed it since I lost Manny. Total bullshit. I amended the deal a bit, but if this one gets rejected, screw this league. No offense SFOC, as you're a great commish.

[26 to 6]

Take your pick :

1) Don't like the trade

2) Don't think there should be trades involving players on th DL.

3) 26-6 has still not payed his dues.

4) Other
So because YOU don't like the trade and because YOU don't THINK players on the DL should be involved in trades YOU vetoed it? Was it the league that voted against it or was it you? I can't see the rest of the league having a problem with the 2 worst teams in the league making a trade. I have a feeling this was all you. As for the dues I apologize for not sending them in, I've been so overwhelmed the past few months that I forgot. Now that you've mentioned it again I do recall discussing it with you and you have my apologies, that is wrong of me. But after this stunt I'm not sending anything until I get an honest explanation. If that's a problem delete my team. I find it odd this happens when the 2 Yankee fans in the league try and make a deal.

[TheKilo]

What was the supposed trade?

[Sox Fan on Cape]

So because YOU don't like the trade and because YOU don't THINK players on the DL should be involved in trades YOU vetoed it? Was it the league that voted against it or was it you? I can't see the rest of the league having a problem with the 2 worst teams in the league making a trade. I have a feeling this was all you. As for the dues I apologize for not sending them in, I've been so overwhelmed the past few months that I forgot. Now that you've mentioned it again I do recall discussing it with you and you have my apologies, that is wrong of me. But after this stunt I'm not sending anything until I get an honest explanation. If that's a problem delete my team. I find it odd this happens when the 2 Yankee fans in the league try and make a deal.

I'm sorry that you can't read. Gom askes why I thought the deal wouldn't go through. I simply responded with some reasons that it might not go through. Whether those were my reasons or mere cconjecture as to others is irrelevent. I'm entitled as a league member to have my own opinion and vote. My one vote didn't decide anything. As I stated in response to Gom's accusations and tirades, the league voted and vetoed the deal. If you bothered to read the thread or read the rules you would know this.

So when things don't go your way, your response is to make baseless accusations, blame others for your problems, and finally play the Yankee Card ( the world hates me..... ).

Pathetic.

[schillingouttheks]

I vetoed it because I didn't think it was that fair... I didn't even bother to see where the teams were in the standings. I know you're not the two worst because mine's the worst. :lol:

And 26, come on, you know the fact that you're both Yankee fans had absolutely nothing to do with it. You always play that card.

[TheKilo]

Completely lopsided trade, not shocked it was vetoed

[Sox Fan on Cape]

bump. Just to get that other crap off the board.

[Gom]

I've sent out a few other deals and proposals to other teams. Please take the time to respond, and counter if you're interested.

[TheKilo]

Can't deal my only closer

[Gom]

Can't deal my only closer

Reworked it Kilo.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

I've sent out a few other deals and proposals to other teams. Please take the time to respond, and counter if you're interested.

I didn't get one. <_<

[Gom]

Check you messages SFOC.

[TheKilo]

NFW

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Check you messages SFOC.

I did. Nothing.

[Gom]

I can't find a match SFOC. You see a deal you like?

[Sox Fan on Cape]

I can't find a match SFOC. You see a deal you like?

Sure, unfortunately they's be too one sided. Can't really see any win-win deals at this time.

[Keeper]

Apparently, Andre Ethier is a mediocre player without Manny Ramirez.

[Gom]

Apparently, Andre Ethier is a mediocre player without Manny Ramirez.

He's doing better than Manny is for me right now.

[Gom]

If anyone needs SP or a catcher [I have Posada and Mauer, the two best hitting catchers in the game], let me know. I could use a bonafide closer or big time bat in the OF or SS. I'd be willing to move Huff as well if someone needs a 1B or a 3B.

Someone make me a fair offer.

[Gom]

Nobody responded to my trade offers but SOC. Damn. Reject them even, just don't let them sit there.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

I have locked the team that 26-6 had. This was due to lack of actovity, non-payment of dues, and a piss poor attitude.

[a700hitter]

I have locked the team that 26-6 had. This was due to lack of actovity, non-payment of dues, and a piss poor attitude.So the locked team plays out the schedule?

[yeszir]

My entire team is on the DL. Grrrr.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

So the locked team plays out the schedule?

Yes it does. I made a couple of adjustments, benched a player on the DL and replaced with an active one.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

My entire team is on the DL. Grrrr.

Looking to trade ?

[Gom]

I'll trade with you Yeszir.

[mtbykr]

email sent gom.

[Gom]

email sent gom.

Replied. What do you think?

[Gom]

Offering Posada [I don't mind waiting until he gets off the DL], Duscherer, and Milton Bradley. Looking for a equal valued SP. Can increase deal to include Frank Francisco or Krod.

[Gom]

Somebody trade with me.

[redsoxrules]

Somebody trade with me.

make a fair trade and I will

[Gom]

make a fair trade and I will

Which one is your team?

Also, there is something called a counter.

[redsoxrules]

Which one is your team?

Also, there is something called a counter.

I'm team dynasty

[Gom]

I'm team dynasty

Check your email.

[Gom]

Redsoxrules and yeszir, proposals sent. Let me know.

[redsoxrules]

Redsoxrules and yeszir, proposals sent. Let me know.

Yes...I saw it and thinking about it

[Gom]

Yes...I saw it and thinking about it

Interesting deal, huh? Gotta admit, I wavered on the send button myself.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Yes...I saw it and thinking about it

How could you possibly accept this trade ?

Team Dynasty (redsoxrules) ............. Village Cashman ( Gom )

Chase Utley .................................................. ..... Joe Mauer
Derek Jeter .................................................. ..... Orlando Hudson
Erik Bedard

Let's see, Gom upgrades at 2nd base, shortstop, and gets a quality starting pitcher too. Downside, he gives a up a great catcher, but he still has Posada.

Redsoxrules : Gets a great catcher. Big whoop. He has the # 1 waiver pick with Wieter sitting on waivers.
He down gardes at second.
He loses his shortstop.
He loses one of his top SP.

This is a terrible deal, and I urge others to vote against it.

[Keeper]

I'm not going to vote against it. Gom definitely makes out like a bandit here, but no one held a gun to redsoxrules' head to accept it.

[a700hitter]

How could you possibly accept this trade ?

Team Dynasty (redsoxrules) ............. Village Cashman ( Gom )

Chase Utley .................................................. ..... Joe Mauer
Derek Jeter .................................................. ..... Orlando Hudson
Erik Bedard

Let's see, Gom upgrades at 2nd base, shortstop, and gets a quality starting pitcher too. Downside, he gives a up a great catcher, but he still has Posada.

Redsoxrules : Gets a great catcher. Big whoop. He has the # 1 waiver pick with Wieter sitting on waivers.
He down gardes at second.
He loses his shortstop.
He loses one of his top SP.

This is a terrible deal, and I urge others to vote against it.This trade is not as unbalanced as it appears at first blush. Hudson is having a big years as is Mauer. Jeter is not what he used to be. I see no reason to veto the trade, unless there is some evidence of collusion.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

This trade is not as unbalanced as it appears at first blush. Hudson is having a big years as is Mauer. Jeter is not what he used to be. I see no reason to veto the trade, unless there is some evidence of collusion.

Team Dynasty (Players to Trade)

.................................................. Rank...H/AB......R......RBI....SB....TB......OBP

Chase Utley.....................................38....44/154....33......32.....3......84.... .419

Derek Jeter.....................................52....59/197....30.......23....10.....91.... .373


.................................................R ank.........K........ ERA ......WHIP .....QS ....NSV
Erik Bedard
(Sea - SP) ..................................... 80......... 54....... 2.48 .....1.12.......... 5....... 0



Village Cashman (Players to Trade)

.................................................. Rank.....H/AB........R......RBI....SB....TB......OBP

Joe Mauer ....................................30.......40/96...... 27......32...... 0.... 81.... .500

Orlando Hudson.............................36..... 69/204..... 37..... 30 ......4 ....98.... .410



I'd call the position players pretty much evan. However, that means Bedard is going for nothing. Which makes it rather one sided.

[Gom]

The funny thing is that RedSoxrules proposed the deal to me. By the way, I wouldn't have made the deal if I didn't have Posada.

The truth is that he moves Feliz to 3B, and Michael Young to SS. What he loses in Jeter he makes up for in Feliz for the most part. He gets Mauer instead of Bengie Molina and his .266 OBP. He basically goes from having the worst catcher in our league to the best. That costs him Bedard and the difference between Utley/Hudson [minor] and Jeter/Feliz [minor since Young slides over from 3rd to SS]. You're quick to point out that I had Posada, but you didn't take the time to see he had Feliz, and he's having a comparable season to Jeter. I can afford to give up Mauer since I have Posada, and Hudson is currently having as good a season as Utley. As for collusion, he's in 2nd place, and I'm currently [if the standings stay as they are] in 4th. One thing...I play fair, and you all know it.

Maybe this will encourage teams trading with each other a bit more anyways. If RSR picks up Wieters...could it be that he's planning to move him for, I don't know...a starting pitcher? Wieters as a trade chip [or Mauer] can be quite valuable IMO.

SFOC...you offered me Carlos Pena and Jason Kubel for Pujols. What the hell do you think anyone would have said to that deal? That makes this deal look like nothing.

[Coco's Disciples]

How did he offer it when you 'wavered on the send button'?

[Sox Fan on Cape]

The funny thing is that RedSoxrules proposed the deal to me. By the way, I wouldn't have made the deal if I didn't have Posada.

The truth is that he moves Feliz to 3B, and Michael Young to SS. What he loses in Jeter he makes up for in Feliz for the most part. He gets Mauer instead of Bengie Molina and his .266 OBP. He basically goes from having the worst catcher in our league to the best. That costs him Bedard and the difference between Utley/Hudson [minor] and Jeter/Feliz [minor since Young slides over from 3rd to SS]. You're quick to point out that I had Posada, but you didn't take the time to see he had Feliz, and he's having a comparable season to Jeter. I can afford to give up Mauer since I have Posada, and Hudson is currently having as good a season as Utley. As for collusion, he's in 2nd place, and I'm currently [if the standings stay as they are] in 4th. One thing...I play fair, and you all know it.

Maybe this will encourage teams trading with each other a bit more anyways. If RSR picks up Wieters...could it be that he's planning to move him for, I don't know...a starting pitcher? Wieters as a trade chip [or Mauer] can be quite valuable IMO.

SFOC...you offered me Carlos Pena and Jason Kubel for Pujols. What the hell do you think anyone would have said to that deal? That makes this deal look like nothing.

That was only part of the proposal, there was a pitching component also. I also withdrew the proposal. My point about Wieters was that he somewhat negates the need for Mauer and he costs nothing.

BTW, I never said anything about collusion.

[Gom]

How did he offer it when you 'wavered on the send button'?

He countered.

That was only part of the proposal, there was a pitching component also. I also withdrew the proposal. My point about Wieters was that he somewhat negates the need for Mauer and he costs nothing.

BTW, I never said anything about collusion.

I cut and pasted from my email.

Hey sith712,
This trade has been proposed to you in Talksox Premium 09 (1942).

Caped Crusaders Cashman Strikes Back
Carlos Pe&#241;a
Jason Kubel
[ View Trade ] Albert Pujols




You can accept, reject or counter this offer by going to your team page (if you do not see detail about this trade on the page, then it has been cancelled by the manager who originally proposed it).

--Fantasy Baseball PLUS Commissioner
http://baseball.fantasysports.yahoo.com/b2

My bad on the collusion part. I read what a700 said and misunderstood. It was 6 AM and I was a bit tipsy.

[Gom]

Looking for a decent OF. Willing to give up a closer or two.

[Gom]

From 14th to 4th in 3 weeks. Nice.

Beware of my team Keeper. I'm on your ass. I have a defeat to you I need to avenge.

[Keeper]

Haha, bringeth it on.

[redsoxrules]

From 14th to 4th in 3 weeks. Nice.

Beware of my team Keeper. I'm on your ass. I have a defeat to you I need to avenge.

you have to get by me first :harhar:

[Gom]

you have to get by me first :harhar:

This is true. Mauer is hurt by the way, he may go on the DL.

[redsoxrules]

This is true. Mauer is hurt by the way, he may go on the DL.

where did you see that?

[Gom]

where did you see that?

I didn't. Scared you for a moment though, didn't I? :harhar:

[redsoxrules]

I didn't. Scared you for a moment though, didn't I? :harhar:

<_<

[Gom]

LOL!

[redsoxrules]

Fucking sweet , Mauer is 3 for 3 with a HR and 3RBI's in his first game in my lineup

[Gom]

Fucking sweet , Mauer is 3 for 3 with a HR and 3RBI's in his first game in my lineup

Glad to be of help. Now...I've got you in my sights... :harhar:

[Gom]

Team Dynasty...you're next. I'm up to 3rd, and I want that bye week.

Jeez...talk about a tough stretch. I played the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and now this upcoming week, the 4th place team, all in a five week stretch.

Still looking for an above average OFer.

[Keeper]

Goddamn, I hate when daily roster moves blow up in your face. I think I lost 9 RBIs this week because I didn't start the right guys. 5 RBIs alone today. It's infuriating.

[Gom]

Goddamn, I hate when daily roster moves blow up in your face. I think I lost 9 RBIs this week because I didn't start the right guys. 5 RBIs alone today. It's infuriating.

After I catch Dynasty...you're next.

[Keeper]

You never know. You've got the pitching to do it now. Getting Bedard and Utley was huge. I know Dynasty was happy to get Mauer, but he really screwed himself over with that trade.

[Gom]

You never know. You've got the pitching to do it now. Getting Bedard and Utley was huge. I know Dynasty was happy to get Mauer, but he really screwed himself over with that trade.

I'm not done yet. Still looking for that big bopper in the OF.

[Keeper]

Wow, 51 total bases in the first two days this week. Adrian Gonzalez and Hanley had almost nothing to do with it. Go figure.

[Keeper]

Thank you to whoever dropped Mark Reynolds earlier in the year.

[Gom]

What an ugly matchup between yeszir and I. He's got a 4.98 ERA and 1.47 WHIP...and he's winning.

I've got a .292 OBP....and I'm' winning.

Fugly.

[Gom]

I need to trade...someone....trade with me...please.

[Keeper]

So, I'm kind of running away with this thing. Helps when you're getting career years out of a bunch of guys.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Wise men say, what matters is where you are after the playoffs.

[redsoxrules]

So, I'm kind of running away with this thing.

you are BUT 1 bad week in the playoffs and you're out

[Keeper]

True, but I look at the playoffs as a formality. Assuming I don't drop off during the remainder of the season - if I lose in the playoffs - I still have, by far, the best team. So if I lose, I can at least take solace in that.

[a700hitter]

True, but I look at the playoffs as a formality. Assuming I don't drop off during the remainder of the season - if I lose in the playoffs - I still have, by far, the best team. So if I lose, I can at least take solace in that.No, if you lose in the playoffs, your team is on the scrap heap with all the others. Only the $ positions have any meaning, and in reality only the champ has any bragging rights.

[Keeper]

According to you, but that's a load of BS. I've won 81 games. No one else has even won 60.

[a700hitter]

According to you, but that's a load of BS. I've won 81 games. No one else has even won 60.Hey, if it makes you feel good, go with it.

[ORS]

True, but I look at the playoffs as a formality. Assuming I don't drop off during the remainder of the season - if I lose in the playoffs - I still have, by far, the best team. So if I lose, I can at least take solace in that.
No offense, but the literal translation of this is....

You can't stop me from feeling really good about myself for guessing who would have a big year.

Take that however you want.

[Keeper]

No offense, but the literal translation of this is....

You can't stop me from feeling really good about myself for guessing who would have a big year.

Take that however you want.

No, that's actually accurate. I'd be lying if I said it wasn't gratifying. But there was certainly a good deal of luck involved. Haren is a solid pitcher, but as far as I know he's never been this dominant for this long. Blackburn was decent last year, but this year he's been incredible. Buehrle is having his best season in years. That said, I expect all three will drop off somewhat as the season progresses.

Hawpe's career-high in doubles is 33. He already has 24 this year. I actually thought he might have a down year, now that Holliday is no longer in the lineup. Sandoval looked good last year, but there was no way of knowing he would meet or exceed expectations from the small sample size. Gonzalez is hitting for more power and getting on base more than ever before.

Finally, I got incredibly lucky with Reynolds. Someone dropped him because it looked like his playing time was about to be greatly reduced. But he got new life because everyone else in that D-Backs lineup was struggling mightily early on. Had Alex Gordon stayed healthy, would I have picked up Reynolds? We'll never know.

So yes, I'm happy with how things have turned out. But it would be misleading to say I knew beforehand or could have guessed where my team would be in the standings right now.

[Gom]

I'm not taking anything away from you, but the way I see it...the top two spots are key. You get a bye week. That's it.

You put the best team on the field, drafting/trading, and hope for the best at the end.

[Gom]

Ok..back to the trading bit. I'm loaded on closers. I need a solid OF bat. I've sent a few proposals but I'm still waiting to hear back.

[Gom]

Someone make me a trade offer. I have RP and I need an OF. Talk to me.

[Gom]

Anyone? Come on, some one can spare a decent OF for a closer.

[redsoxrules]

Anyone? Come on, some one can spare a decent OF for a closer.

I have 2 excellent closer :) no thanks

[Gom]

Someone has to have a need for RP. I'm not asking for an All-Star, just someone better than Milton Bradley or Brett Gardner.

[Keeper]

Drop Gardner and pick up someone else. There are a handful of guys who would be upgrades over him.

[Sox Fan on Cape]

Drop Gardner and pick up someone else. There are a handful of guys who would be upgrades over him.

But they're not a Yankee.