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Fantasy Baseball Chat with Brad Johnson: 8/29/22
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Brad Johnson
1:08
They really made the wrong call imo.
I also can't help but think they acquired Ruiz with the intent of changing something mechanically. Else he should have joined the roster immediately.
1:09
Alternative hypothesis: unlike me, they know what's wrong with Hader and were willing to accept the first pile of players offered.
which would explain why they didn't have the foresight to keep Lamet.
Steve Balboni's Sandwhich
1:09
That OKC rotation now has Pepiot, Miller and Stone.  How do they freakin' do it?
Brad Johnson
1:09
A lot of money
Streamer Sadness
1:10
I could have a decent rotation just from all the SP I streamed early on and dropped, only to watch them go on to great things: Gonsolin, Stripling, Kelly, Cobb, & Rasmussen.  Oh well, at least I held on to Strider
Brad Johnson
1:10
Such is the way of streaming
Gonsolin and Rasmussen were avoidable mistakes.
The others, you can only shrug
David Hamilton
1:11
I’m leading off games with home runs, defensively I’m gold glove caliber and I can steal a bag at will. Put me in coach I can help your team next year. Will I get the chance? Should stash him on my roster or is it a wasted spot or just to soon?
Brad Johnson
1:11
Hamilton is one of my Peripheral Prospects this year, but it's worth mentioning he has a 86 wRC+ as a 24-year-old in Double-A. This is not somebody trending towards a substantial MLB role.
Steve Balboni's Sandwhich
1:12
Any long term concern over Vinnie Pasquantino's shoulder?  If it is nagging do they shoot it up with cortisone or marinara?
Brad Johnson
1:12
I'm trying to keep an eye on this, but I haven't heard exactly what the problem is yet.
Freshbasil
1:12
The Brewers outfield looks crazy crowded in the near future.
Brad Johnson
1:13
Kind of in the same way as the Marlins where they have a bunch of guys who seem like they could contribute, but figuring out which of them actually will might be a challenge. At least until Chourio is up. Hype on him is nutty.
About time for me to wrap this up
Kreskin
1:14
Thanks Brad, love following your chats! I need some innings (1000 Minimum) in Sept. Wins and K's would be a bonus without crushing my ERA or WHIP. Anybody coming up from AAA that I should watch for? A.L. only. Thanks
Brad Johnson
1:14
Probably missed the timing on Brayan Bello.
1:15
The Rays might call on Taj, but that's probably a relief role if it happens at all
Feels like the Athletics are overdue to call upon Waldichuk
Hunter Brown was mentioned earlier if Verlander is out and they don't want Javier starting again.
1:16
I feel like I'm missing someone. A Guardian maybe? In any event, it's slim pickings.
Dave
1:16
Have Emmanuel Rivera and Lewin Diaz cheap in an NL only dynasty. Do either hold any keeper value in that format - do they seem like starters on their mlb teams for next few years? Rivera has hit well since the trade from KC.
Brad Johnson
1:17
Diaz is pretty fringy for the position.
1:18
Rivera was also hitting well before the trade. He was a Peripheral Prospect a couple years ago. Ultimately, I think he settles as a depth piece or maybe a second division starter.
1:19
Not at all similar to Adam Frazier in the specifics, but maybe the same caliber of player. Can put him on a field without feeling too embarrassed.
MostlyToasty
1:19
Royce Lewis: fantasy relevant next year?
Brad Johnson
1:20
I think so. He looked really good in the rare moments he's been healthy over the last 3 years.
Freshbasil
1:20
How am I just hearing about Vaun Brown?
Brad Johnson
1:20
I think mostly because he's been so old for his levels. I have very little on him myself.
The swing-and-miss could be fatal.
Billington
1:21
Adell the real deal finally?
Brad Johnson
1:21
I hope so. I think it'll always be a little bit complicated with him. But he general adjusts when given the opportunity.
Dipoto's Double
1:22
Who will make more of a fantasy impact for the remainder of 2022 and through 2023 - Alec Burleson or Hunter Brown?
Brad Johnson
1:22
I lean towards liking Burleson a little more. Probably, neither has much fantasy impact through the end of 2023.
Dipoto's Double
1:22
Also, for the above question from Kreskin, you mentioned missing a Guardian. You are probably thinking of Cody Morris.
Brad Johnson
1:23
Probably! And it explains why I missed him. He's relieving at present.
Mike Honcho
1:23
Is Merrifield droppable in 12 teamers?
Brad Johnson
1:24
Can drop if you don't need his categories. Not like the Jays are giving him many opportunities.
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