Monthly Archives: October 2010

Player to Avoid: Bruce Chen

Posted on October 31, 2010 by Rotoprofessor

There were many surprising performances in 2010, but were any more shocking then Bruce Chen’s?  He’s been around the majors since 1998 and has very rarely proven to be close to a usable option for fantasy owners.  Last season was … Continue reading →

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Prospect Report: Ben Revere

Posted on October 30, 2010 by Rotoprofessor

Selected in the first round of the 2007 draft by the Minnesota Twins, outfielder Ben Revere got his first taste of the Major Leagues in 2010 and could be inline to make an impact in 2011.  The 22-year old has … Continue reading →

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Is Howie Kendrick A Breakout Or Bust Candidate In 2011?

Posted on October 29, 2010 by Rotoprofessor

It feels like Howie Kendrick has been considered a potential sleeper for the past ten years.  While it hasn’t quite been that long, as we enter 2011, his age 27 season, the time has finally come for Kendrick to either … Continue reading →

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Top 15 Second Baseman For 2011

Posted on October 28, 2010 by Rotoprofessor

The 2010 season saw a changing of the guard atop the second base rankings, with Robinson Cano overtaking Chase Utley in what has become an extremely deep position.  That was just one tough decision among many when it comes to … Continue reading →

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Does Mike Aviles Have Fantasy Staying Power?

Posted on October 27, 2010 by will.overton

by Will Overton Mike Aviles might not have set the fantasy baseball world on fire in 2010, but he made us all realize that his abysmal 2009 season probably had more to do with injury than skill. Aviles was an … Continue reading →

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2011 Sleeper? A Look At Jonathan Niese

Posted on October 26, 2010 by Rotoprofessor

The Mets pitching was surprisingly the team’s strength in 2010.  Did it matter in the long run?  Of course not, but with the majority of the starting pitching staff expected back in 2011, they certainly have something to build on. … Continue reading →

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2011 Projection: Will Billy Butler Finally Take The Next Step?

Posted on October 25, 2010 by Rotoprofessor

Prior to 2010 many people thought Billy Butler could take the next step in his development.  People hoped that the power, which was the one true drawback, would finally come around.  He had hit 21 HR in 2009, with 51 … Continue reading →

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Brandon Inge Re-Signs With Detroit: Should Fantasy Owners Care?

Posted on October 24, 2010 by Rotoprofessor

Late last week the Tigers re-signed third baseman Brandon Inge to a two-year, $11.5 million contract (with an option for 2013).  He showed significant power in 2009, but the numbers just weren’t there last season: 580 At Bats .247 Batting … Continue reading →

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Prospect Report: Devin Mesoraco

Posted on October 23, 2010 by Rotoprofessor

The Reds got decent production from their catchers in 2010, with their trio of Ryan Hanigan, Ramon Hernandez and Corky Miller posting the following numbers: Hanigan – .300, 5 HR, 40 RBI, 25 R, 0 SB Hernandez – .297, 7 … Continue reading →

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Top 15 First Basemen For 2011

Posted on October 22, 2010 by Rotoprofessor

First base is as deep of a position as any in baseball, though there are injury concerns hanging over a few of the best options in the game.  Adrian Gonzalez, Kevin Youkilis, Kendry Morales and Justin Morneau all have questions … Continue reading →

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