AngryBeavers 136 Posted June 6, 2019 Share Posted June 6, 2019 dropped him - roster crunch and he had to go - I was hoping for steals and got exactly 2. May be a long term hold, but not when you are in it to win this year. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bigbossman 604 Posted June 7, 2019 Share Posted June 7, 2019 Just when the hour appears darkest the light returns Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sonny_D 1,964 Posted June 7, 2019 Share Posted June 7, 2019 (edited) 9 minutes ago, bigbossman said: Just when the hour appears darkest the light returns El Maestro, aka Terry Francona, and his love affair with Mr. Kipnis strikes again! Play the kid every day you moron!! Edited June 7, 2019 by Sonny_D Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KilloWertz 2,542 Posted June 7, 2019 Share Posted June 7, 2019 9 minutes ago, bigbossman said: Just when the hour appears darkest the light returns Pretty much. I didn't play him because he didn't start, but the silver lining is the HR gives hope that a pulse is returning, Not that I was close to considering cutting him like a lot of people seemed to be, but maybe that's because I would like for him to end up being a keeper for me. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bigbossman 604 Posted June 8, 2019 Share Posted June 8, 2019 Buy-low window is rapidly closing 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KilloWertz 2,542 Posted June 8, 2019 Share Posted June 8, 2019 1 hour ago, bigbossman said: Buy-low window is rapidly closing Pretty much. It was a pretty frustrating/disappointing stretch for him, at least for me since it occurred pretty much right after I traded for him, but he's definitely awake again. Now all he has to do is start running again since he's already a solid 4-category contributor. Maybe 3 at the very least as I don't see him hitting multiple HRs in a week quite yet, but that's fine if he can hit around .300 since he's already an elite contributor in Runs now that he's regular batting 2nd. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dfstout 2,153 Posted June 10, 2019 Share Posted June 10, 2019 Was lucky enough to be able to scoop him up after being dropped, w/ light came power this week...very exciting, now let the kid run! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BigPapi44 1,050 Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 Clutch hit last night, hopefully that buys some additional brownie points with Tito and he gives this kid an extended run. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KilloWertz 2,542 Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 7 hours ago, BigPapi44 said: Clutch hit last night, hopefully that buys some additional brownie points with Tito and he gives this kid an extended run. I think his job and lineup spot are both pretty safe for now. I think it would take an extended slump like the mini one that ended about a week ago for there to be any issues with playing time or being dropped in the lineup. No, he's not running like he should be yet, but he's been solid enough otherwise so far. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
swfcdan 688 Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 He's built like a twig. If even players with his build are trying to hit for power rather than focusing on speed, then I do worry. SB's are getting more rare each year. Now MLB managers have realised the value of the steal is low, should fantasy leagues start binning the cat in future? Guys like Modesi and Mallex are becoming hugely valuable because of one skill, which just isn't justified given their overall hitting skill. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Flyman75 5,079 Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 10 hours ago, swfcdan said: He's built like a twig. If even players with his build are trying to hit for power rather than focusing on speed, then I do worry. SB's are getting more rare each year. Now MLB managers have realised the value of the steal is low, should fantasy leagues start binning the cat in future? Guys like Modesi and Mallex are becoming hugely valuable because of one skill, which just isn't justified given their overall hitting skill. Mondesi has more than one skill. He hits the ball hard, will hit double-digit HRs, is hitting .283, and has 82 R-RBI. Sure, be strikes out too much, walks too little, and has an OBP that’s too low, but one-skill guys aren’t top 10 fantasy players in mid-June. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
wahoos1 382 Posted June 16, 2019 Share Posted June 16, 2019 This guy has been raking, and stealing bases is he for real? Should he be added Quote Link to post Share on other sites
B&F 941 Posted June 16, 2019 Share Posted June 16, 2019 8 minutes ago, wahoos1 said: This guy has been raking, and stealing bases is he for real? Should he be added If in need of steals then the answer is unequivocally yes. Otherwise still a yes but not as strong. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BackyardBaseball 273 Posted June 16, 2019 Share Posted June 16, 2019 11 minutes ago, wahoos1 said: This guy has been raking, and stealing bases is he for real? Should he be added Feel like he should have been added in any format already. He’s hitting just like he was in the minors. Now pacing ~20hr/25sb for a full season with solid avg/Obp and keeping k’s in check enough not to worry. I see his rock continuing to rise as the year goes on and the hope would be he becomes what we all thought Manuel Margot would be after his rookie year. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Topgun 594 Posted June 16, 2019 Share Posted June 16, 2019 17 minutes ago, wahoos1 said: This guy has been raking, and stealing bases is he for real? Should he be added Yes and Yes. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LarryChip10 480 Posted June 16, 2019 Share Posted June 16, 2019 (edited) I haven't been more excited about a true speed guy in a loooong time!!! Someone said he was a "twig"...lol, umm not even close. Most "twig" SB guys are the Gordon, Dyson, etc... Oscar is a man child comparatively, has tons of room to grow into his frame (@ the detriment of SB's, so plz don't do that kid...), and has legit power unlike most "speed" labeled players. I saw an oppo taco he hit not long ago that made me rewind and watch multiple times. It was just a smooth swing in a clutch moment that carried well over the fence... it was beautiful! Lastly, dude has been nothing but clutch, he's thrived in big moments that normally are too much for young guys. IMHO, the speed is about to come in a big way, like 5-6 bags in a week... since he's yet to really start stealing bags (2 in last couple days, but only 4 total) you still might have a window to scoop him from an owner less savvy. I absolutely love this kid, and hitting in the #2 hole behind the best SS in baseball never hurts! BUY BUY BUY!!!!!!! Edited June 16, 2019 by LarryChip10 3 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bigbossman 604 Posted June 16, 2019 Share Posted June 16, 2019 Dark horse ROY 1 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KilloWertz 2,542 Posted June 16, 2019 Share Posted June 16, 2019 1 hour ago, bigbossman said: Dark horse ROY That's going to be rough given how he has less than half of the ABs of a regular. Obviously some rookies don't have as many ABs as a regular, but he's well behind. Don't get me wrong though. I think he's going to be very solid the rest of the way, and it's great to see the SBs finally starting to come. They could start to pile up now that he's actually run in 2 straight games. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
einstein2u 494 Posted June 17, 2019 Share Posted June 17, 2019 color me intrigued. so there a spot for him everyday? can't afford to roster a guy in a platoon. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MathieuVirtuoso 138 Posted June 17, 2019 Share Posted June 17, 2019 He can definitely develop more power down the road given his lean frame.. for anybody in Dynasty/Keeper formats, we are looking @ a possible 4/5 cat guy down the line (if he continues to improve obviously). 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KilloWertz 2,542 Posted June 17, 2019 Share Posted June 17, 2019 23 minutes ago, einstein2u said: color me intrigued. so there a spot for him everyday? can't afford to roster a guy in a platoon. Yes, he plays everyday. Own him and enjoy... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
B&F 941 Posted June 17, 2019 Share Posted June 17, 2019 Could be Trea Turner in the outfield with fewer steals. That is his ceiling probably. 5 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LarryChip10 480 Posted June 17, 2019 Share Posted June 17, 2019 (edited) 21 minutes ago, MathieuVirtuoso said: He can definitely develop more power down the road given his lean frame.. for anybody in Dynasty/Keeper formats, we are looking @ a possible 4/5 cat guy down the line (if he continues to improve obviously). That’s a good way to put it... “lean”. He’s got wiry strength and is tall enough to get good leverage. Most guys who’ve put up huge MiLB SB’s fit the shorter/skinny profile and routinely bring one category to the table. Hamilton, Dyson, M. Smith, Gordon, Etc... you know what your going to get, SB’s. You pay a premium for their rarity, and pray they don’t kill you in other categories, let alone not hit enough to stay atop, or even in the lineup daily. I’m a believer, I’ve watched a ton of his AB’s, and I feel if things break right, we’re talking Turner/Mondesi/Merifield “light” kinda player. A guy who at years end puts up very respectable counting stats, and contends annually for the SB crown. He’s no Punch and Judy slapper, he hits the ball hard! Edited June 17, 2019 by LarryChip10 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LarryChip10 480 Posted June 17, 2019 Share Posted June 17, 2019 5 minutes ago, B&F said: Could be Trea Turner in the outfield with fewer steals. That is his ceiling probably. Lol, beat me to it by a smidge! Kudos lol Quote Link to post Share on other sites
El_Chingon 1,810 Posted June 17, 2019 Share Posted June 17, 2019 (edited) Cleveland has the 5th most stolen bases and today is beginning a 4 game series vs. Texas who is last in the majors in catching base-stealers. Time to grab Mercado and corner the market on stolen bases (see what I did there). Edited June 17, 2019 by El_Chingon 4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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