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Brad Johnson
1:39
In short, their stuff backed up. They were already fringy on a pure-stuff basis so they had no margin for error.
Bill Caudill
1:39
We've written off Kimbrel before and been wrong, but do you think this is the end of the line for him as a reliable saves guy?
Brad Johnson
1:39
I don't think "reliable" has applied to him in a long time.
Even when he's been hot for months at a time, I've always had the sense he could implode without any warning.
1:40
To that end, he was JUST hot like 2 weeks ago. Had something like 8.2 no-hit innings then KABOOM
Guest
1:41
How soon until George Valera is starting for the Guardians?
Brad Johnson
1:41
Valera is one of those guys who the team fans love a LOT more than the national pundits.
1:42
Sometimes, the locals know what they're talking about, but it's usually a sign the guy is overhyped. That said, he should debut next year as injuries arise.
Guardians suddenly have a bunch of cool outfielders. Not superstars or anything, but I have a big soft spot for Steven Kwan and Will Brennan types.
Marcus
1:42
Do you think Hunter Brown will be in the rotation in 2023?
Brad Johnson
1:42
I do, if not initially then eventually.
1:43
They've had really good pitcher health this season, but that's not usually a year-to-year trait among the same batch of arms. Somebody will hit the skids for Houston.
George Mitterwald
1:43
Best fantasy catcher next year will be...?
Brad Johnson
1:44
Is it really boring to say J.T. Realmuto?
Because, that's the smart bet. I like Daulton Varsho too.
1:45
Salvy could maybe get healthy and rebound.
Detmers
1:45
Is he a keeper or throw him back in the pool for next year
Brad Johnson
1:45
Without knowing more about your league, I really couldn't say.
1:46
The reason is that there's talent and a pretty decent-looking long-term outlook. At the same time, I'm not very optimistic about him in 2023. He might be around irl league average again which is well below fantasy average.
comish4lif
1:46
Just grabbed Ezequial Tovar with a modest FAAB bid - what are the odds he sticks as SS for the Rockies next spring?
Brad Johnson
1:46
Pretty decent. Could turn into a Oneil Cruz situation.
John
1:47
What do you know or believe now that you didn’t know or believe five years ago?
Brad Johnson
1:48
As with any expertise, the main thing you learn is that you know less than you ever realized. That said, I've been pleasantly surprised (and kinda mad) about a lot of the Statcast innovations confirming things I was already doing. Now I've lost those advantages and have been forced to dig for new ideas.
Brad
1:48
Time to give up on Andujar in 24 team dynasty?
Brad Johnson
1:48
Around 2019 was the time to give up.
1:49
I've never been an Andujar guy. Biggest luckbox to wander onto an MLB field.
Just Asking For a friend
1:49
Do you only do fantasy baseball or do you also do other fantasy sports/chats on the sister sites?
Brad Johnson
1:49
I'm a baseball purist.
Harv
1:50
Any chance the Tigers cut bait and run from Miggy? The money is already spent one way or another....
Brad Johnson
1:50
I won't say no, but I don't think they're there just yet.
Once you start seeing him sit when he's healthy, then his days will be numbered.
PAKsman
1:50
After all his misfortune this year, where do you think Nate Pearson slots in for Toronto next year? Starter or pen?
Brad Johnson
1:50
Probably the bullpen, at least initially
Ace
1:50
Thoughts on CJ Abrams for next year?
Brad Johnson
1:51
Solid growth asset, but I don't see him as a top performer
Jsh
1:51
Jackson Holliday, Druw Jones, or someone else #1 in fypd?
Brad Johnson
1:51
Holliday and Jones are the easy top picks, pending any posted players
1:52
I prefer Holliday, in part because I've actually seen him play. Yet to see Jones since he's been out.
Justin
1:52
Do you expect Soto to be a top 5 overall fantasy performer next season ?
Brad Johnson
1:52
In OBP, yes. Probably more like top 15 in AVG.
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