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Paul Sporer

1:31

hi!

Don Von Handburger

1:32

Will Josh Jung have a better career than Jung Bong?

Paul Sporer

1:32

100%. I love Josh Jung!

Pumpsie Green

1:32

Think Puk could be in line for more than a few saves in Miami?

Paul Sporer

1:32

He could yeah, but health has been so elusive with him that I'm reluctant to bet too much on him despite having been a fan of his for years

Jake

1:34

O'Hoppe fast track more about real life catcher framing/defense/arm profile or is there a real catcher 1 offensive profile in there for two catcher leagues?

Paul Sporer

1:35

I like the player but I’m not sure he’s got a guaranteed role out of spring with Matt Thaiss out of options and possibly taking that backup role with Stassi starting

Bologna Tugboat

1:38

Hey Paul! Need to keep one of either Sandy or McLanahan. QS / K9 / BB9 / H9 / ERA for pitchers. I'm leaning Sandy due to the QS and massive innings total. Am I crazy? I'd have him paired with Burnes, so less worried about the lower K production.

Paul Sporer

1:39

Not crazy at all. I love Sandy and even think there’s strikeout upside given his stuff

Don Von Handburger

1:40

You forgot about Tim, Todd, and Yulbert Worrell! They have over 300 saves combines!

Paul Sporer

1:40

Ooh I did forget the Worrells!

David Villar

1:40

I'm better than JD Davis and Wilmer Flores, right??

Paul Sporer

1:40

Are you, though?

Anthony Rizz-oh?

1:40

What are your thoughts on Masataka Yoshida? He’s obviously tough to stat out, but where do you have him valued?

Paul Sporer

1:43

I'm a fan! He's my OF44 and I've got him hitting around .280 with 13 HR, 85 R, and 59 R

Chip

1:43

Thoughts on cornering markets at the risk of other positions? My AL-only 10-teamer has JRod, Trout, Buxton, and Greene on relatively cheap contracts. I have enough money to splurge on one more still, and most of the top 10 OFs will not be kept. So I could splurge on one of them, but that risks exposure elsewhere on top of the injury risks my OF already boasts.

TLDR just curious what you think of cornering positional markets vs building a more complete team

Paul Sporer

1:44

I'm definitely not averse to it, but always have to be careful not to do to the detriment of your team. I don't think your plan would hurt them because those are monstrous outfielders.

Dave

1:45

Drew Rasmussen leads the Rays in wins at 3.5 - 1. What side do you take?

Paul Sporer

1:46

Not a horrible price, but I'd still lean against. I think all 5 of their expected SPs have a legit shot to lead with Sugar Shane and Glasnow as the two favorites

PG&E

1:46

Any concerns for Dodgers pitchers regarding their infield defense?

Paul Sporer

1:47

And the adjustments to the shift, yes a bit. It hasn't pushed me off any of them entirely, but it's definitely considered in the mix with some of those BABIP monsters they've cultivated

Dave

1:47

Cardinals fans are the best fans in MLB. If you don't agree, who does?

Paul Sporer

1:47

Based on what? Them saying it? How is it even judged??

Pete

1:47

Do you travel? If you could pick any destination where would you go?

Paul Sporer

1:48

I'm a pretty big homebody, but I do force myself to get out a few times a year for sure. A dream spot would be a trip to Japan

Owen

1:48

Do you think Bobby Witt can improve upon his BB/K ratios? That OBP is concerning

Paul Sporer

1:48

He certainly can. I get the concern, but the raw skill was enough to overcome it last year and if he does make any improvements, just imagine how amazing he can be!

Don Von Handburger

1:49

In a shallow 10-team mixed league, are any of the Reds position players draftable?

Paul Sporer

1:49

Stephenson for sure. India as well. Myers/Fraley as reserves?

Believe in Berrios?

1:49

You buying a bounceback?

Paul Sporer

1:52

I do, yes. There was actually still a lot of good within his ugly season last year. He doesn't need to make that many changes to get back on track and I think the discount is fair enough (around pick 230)

1:53

Hey Paul, love the podcast. Do you find yourself trying to get 1 or 2 of the top 7/8 outfielders this year vs targeting other positions?

Paul Sporer

1:54

It's not a must to get one of my gems, but I usually lean for later picks in the 1st round so I'm not averse to Mookie or Soto in rd 1. I don't like to wait too long on my OF1

Dominic

1:55

Suggestions for the goofy nomination strategies in a home league auction, e.g. only nominating Pauls or players with mustaches?

Paul Sporer

1:58

I looove the mustaches idea lol. You can add Correa to the list!