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Daily Slivers of the Fantasy Soapbox - Yesterday's Recap

Welcome to the September 18th edition of Daily Slivers of the Fantasy Soapbox.

Discussing baseball is as fun as the game itself. It has a way of bringing people together to share different opinions about the sport we all love. A similar action can be done with fantasy baseball where we not only discuss topics but also look to improve our teams as well as the teams of our fellow fantasy baseball enthusiasts. Everyone has their own perspectives which are not to be cast off as frivolous. They should be used as a method of expanding our own knowledge.

In this article, I review the previous day's boxscores and provide my opinion on a variety of topics. Some will be random, some will be fun, and some will be stat-driven. It's a soapbox so I may rant from time to time as well. So without any further delay, below are my thoughts on September 17th games. Enjoy them. You can even respond with your own thoughts on Twitter @EllisCan2.

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Daily Musings

  • The Bryce Harper (10) Space Exploration program had its first two launches. The first was a 433-ft success. The second launched 445-ft thanks to extra boosters (113.6 mph exit velo).
  • Sweet Nathan Eovaldi. Potential to repeat it vs BAL next.
  • The team with the fewest SB in MLB = Twins (11). Remember that when you consider SB options in 2021. **Byron Buxton taking notes for future defiance**
  • Rafael Devers sends his 11th serenade across the divide. Don’t chase after it. Let it come to you.
  • How much passion do you have to get ejected during a home run trot? Josh Donaldson (five).
  • The bank is laughing with us, Jose Abreu (17 long-distance deposits).
  • Blake Snell stayed healthy. Four wins. 21.7% K-BB
  • On FIRE!!! Buxton’s seven taters in nine games is a message. “Speed is a side dish; Power is the main course."
  • Anthony Rendon remains steady & unexciting. Perfect. Ninth HR.
  • Canning made it through season without surgery. I’m impressed. 5 IP, 1 ER, 7 K.
  • Dean Kremer might be the next hot thing. Keep an eye on the 90 mph avg exit velo, 13% BB , and 9% SwingStrike rates.
  • Are the Rays the only thing keeping Mike Brosseau (5 HR, 2 SB, .314 AVG) from steady playing time? Or is it the 30% K rate?
  • Willy Adames (sixth HR) is almost ready to dominate with his 96 mph exit velo (LD/FB) that ranks 27th. He just needs to improve his plate discipline.
  • Steven Brault with two-hit CG, 8 K vs STL?! Beast-Mode Activated!!!
  • Don’t scoff at it now. Josh Bell is hitting .340 with three homers in the last 15 games.
  • Aaron Nola didn’t eat his king cake before his start. 5.1 IP, 5 ER, 5 BB, 7 K.
  • No, Brandon Nimmo is not a one-trick pony. His eight HR compliments his OBP (.403).
  • In 2021, how eager will you draft 30 HR & .240 AVG? The Pete Alonso decisions begin.
  • Andres Gimenez. Only one SB in 21 games? This is not the way. Take the restrictor plates off.
  • That taste is not the Toxic Waste candy. It is 1.6 IP, 6 ER from Seth Lugo.
  • Luke Voit is amused by the simplicity of this game. 20 HR & counting.
  • Ladies & Gentlemen, if you will, look right here. **FLASH** "Gary Sanchez has two HR, .250 AVG over the last seven games. He is a great catcher." Believe it?
  • Lourdes Gurriel Jr. makes a last-ditch effort to be your Valentine in 2021. 10 HR, .308 AVG.
  • Jose Ramirez doubles your enjoyment. 13 HR & 10 SB. Will he still be as valuable when (if) Francisco Lindor isn’t on the team?
  • Has Willi Castro caught your eye yet? I know, all your spots are full.
  • Shane Bieber (eight wins) is an artist. From common street painter to fine galleries. Everyone should just marvel at his masterpieces.
  • I know, I know. You wanted Casey Mize to come up & dominate. This game ain’t easy.
  • Rangers giving away free prizes. Framber Valdez. Gets his (6.1 IP, 1 ER, 11 K)
  • The glove-less one, Kyle Tucker, sends an apology (ninth long ball.) for his .253 AVG.
  • Edwin Rios with fifth non-stop train around the bases. You stop it, this instant. No more giving people ideas of drafting you earlier in 2021. Yes, I’m being selfish.
  • Trevor Story puts it in your face and you still won’t listen. You’ll be able to KDS for pick seven and still get him. Freebies.
  • Corey Seager (85) hunting down Fernando Tatis Jr. (92) down for the top spot in 95+ mph hits.

 

 

  • Friday is here. You got a reprieve to watch the magic of Joe Burrow last night. Back to baseball. A little over a week left. Talk to people now to help fix yourself for 2021. Don't be afraid. Get answers. Fix weaknesses. Prep for next season begins now.
  • (No Fear, Just Fantasy)


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REAL-TIME FANTASY NEWS

Bobby Witt Jr.

Exits Early on Friday
Xavier Worthy

Injures Shoulder Early in Brazil, Questionable to Return
Adolis García

Adolis Garcia Placed on Injured List With Quad Strain
Tyler Glasnow

Scratched on Friday With Back Tightness
Jayden Reed

Questionable to Play in Season Opener
Christian McCaffrey

Listed as Questionable for Season Opener With Calf Issue
Tyreek Hill

Cleared for Week 1
Rasmus Hojgaard

Finishes Tied For Second at Omega European Masters
Tyrrell Hatton

Finishes Tied for 32nd at LIV Indianapolis
Matt Fitzpatrick

Finishes Fifth at Omega European Masters
Patrick Cantlay

Finishes Tied For Second in 2025 FedEx Cup Standings
Xander Schauffele

Finishes 42nd in 2025 FedEx Cup Standings
Tyler Glasnow

Scratched From Friday's Start for Undisclosed Reasons
Christian Kirk

Ruled Out for Week 1
Shohei Ohtani

Returning to the Mound on Friday
Kyle Finnegan

Lands on Injured List With Adductor Strain
Aaron Judge

Returns to Right Field on Friday
De'Von Achane

Without Injury Designation Heading Into Week 1
Christian McCaffrey

Seen Working on Side Field During Friday's Practice
Malik Nabers

Cleared to Play on Sunday
Willson Contreras

' Suspension Reduced, to Start Serving it on Friday
Kodai Senga

Mets Send Kodai Senga to Triple-A to Get Right
Chris Godwin

Officially Ruled Out for Week 1
Malik Nabers

' Reps Limited Friday Due to "Tight" Back
Caio Borralho

Set For A Title Eliminator Bout
Nassourdine Imavov

Looks To Earn A Title Shot
Mauricio Ruffy

Looks To Extend His Win Streak
Benoît Saint Denis

Benoit Saint Denis Set For UFC Paris Co-Main Event
Modestas Bukauskas

Looks To Extend His Win Streak
Paul Craig

In Dire Need Of Victory
Mason Jones

Set for Main-Card Bout
Bolaji Oki

Looks To Win Back-To-Back Fights
Rhys McKee

Set To Open Up UFC Paris Main Card
Axel Sola

Set To Make His UFC Debut
Saquon Barkley

Scores Touchdown in Low-Yardage Outing
Jalen Hurts

Rushes for Two Touchdowns on Thursday
Javonte Williams

Salvages Inefficient Outing With Two Touchdowns
CeeDee Lamb

110-Yard Game Marred by Four Drops
Will Shipley

Questionable to Return on Thursday Night
Pablo López

Pablo Lopez Expected to Return on Friday
Micah Parsons

Expected to Play in Week 1
Jazz Chisholm Jr.

Exits With Knee Contusions
Christian McCaffrey

Listed as Limited With Calf Injury
Justin Jefferson

Not on Week 1 Injury Report
Omarion Hampton

to Start Against Chiefs on Friday
Will Smith

Unlikely to Play This Weekend
Shohei Ohtani

to Pitch on Monday
Najee Harris

Off the Final Injury Report, Will Play in Week 1
Jon Rahm

Looks to Prove His Importance on European Ryder Cup Team
Tommy Fleetwood

Among Leaders of European Ryder Cup Team
Christian Kirk

Expected to be Sidelined in Week 1, Could Miss More Time
Brandon Sproat

to Start for Mets on Sunday
Alperen Sengün

Alperen Sengun Close to Triple-Double Versus Serbia
Nikola Jokić

Nikola Jokic Fills Box Score Against Turkey
Nikola Jović

Nikola Jovic Shakes Off Minor Injury
E.J. Liddell

Inks Two-Way Deal With Nets
NBA

Ben Simmons Reportedly Considering Retirement
P.J. Washington

Agrees to Four-Year, $90 Million Extension
Mike Trout

Plans to Return on Thursday
Will Smith

X-Rays Negative on Will Smith's Hand
Will Smith

Exits With Hand Contusion
Jackson Chourio

in Lineup Wednesday Despite Hamstring Cramps
Sepp Straka

Gets Captain's Pick to Join Team Europe
Christian Yelich

Dealing With Soreness in Lower Back
PGA

Victor Hovland to Make Third Ryder Cup Appearance for Team Europe
J.J. Spaun

Set to Represent Team USA for First Time at Bethpage
Russell Henley

Makes First Ryder Cup Appearance at Bethpage
Harris English

Named to Ryder Cup Team for Second Time
Kyle Finnegan

Dealing With Groin Issue
Shohei Ohtani

Will Pitch "Sometime This Weekend"
Justin Thomas

Making Fourth Ryder Cup Team Appearance at Bethpage
Ben Griffin

Making First Career Ryder Cup Appearance at Bethpage
Bryson DeChambeau

Set to be Part of Team USA at Bethpage
Santi Aldama

Bags Double-Double in Losing Effort
Guerschon Yabusele

Erupts for 36 Points Against Poland
Luka Dončić

Luka Doncic Leads Slovenia Into Next Round at EuroBasket
San Antonio Spurs

Stanley Umude Signs Training Camp Deal With Spurs
Reece Beekman

Joins Magic for Training Camp
Justin Minaya

Signs Exhibit 10 Deal With Magic
Alexandre Sarr

to Miss Rest of EuroBasket
Jared McCain

"On Pace" for Training Camp
Luke Hughes

Devils Optimistic About Signing Luke Hughes
Martin Fehérváry

Martin Fehervary on Track to Be Ready for Training Camp
Dylan Holloway

Good to Go for Start of Season
Josh Morrissey

Fully Healthy for Start of Season
Dennis Hildeby

Signs Three-Year Extension With Maple Leafs
Franz Wagner

Collects Double-Double in Blowout Win
Alperen Sengün

Alperen Sengun Achieves Rare Numbers at EuroBasket
Nikola Vučević

Nikola Vucevic Dominates Against Sweden
Kristaps Porzingis

Finding Form at EuroBasket
Nikola Jović

Nikola Jovic Suffers Minor Injury at EuroBasket
Victor Wembanyama

Looking "Quite Stellar"
Denny Hamlin

Ends Eventful Day at Darlington in Seventh Place
NASCAR

Bubba Wallace Almost Earns a Top-Five Finish at Darlington
John Hunter Nemechek

has His Best 2025 Performance at Darlington
Ryan Blaney

Has An Underwhelming Performance At Darlington
Josh Berry

Crashes Early and Suffers A Playoff Setback at Darlington
Giannis Antetokounmpo

"Staying in Milwaukee"
Chase Elliott

Under Playoff Pressure After 17th-Place Darlington Finish
Kyle Larson

Despite Hendrick Mediocrity, Kyle Larson Remains Pretty Safe in Playoffs
Alex Bowman

Opening-Lap Crash and Botched Pit Stop May Have Sunk Alex Bowman's Playoff Hopes
Erik Jones

Darlington Master Erik Jones Comes Up Short but Still Finishes Third
AJ Allmendinger

A.J. Allmendinger Impresses at Southern 500
Daniel Suarez

is A DFS Risk for Darlington Lineups?
Noah Gragson

Should Fantasy Managers Roster Noah Gragson for Darlington?
Ty Dillon

is an Excellent Punt Option for Darlington DFS Lineups
Denny Hamlin

Picking Up Where He Left Off At Darlington
Kyle Larson

The Sky Is The Limit for Kyle Larson at Darlington
Ryan Blaney

a Strong DFS Play at Darlington This Weekend
Tyler Reddick

Shouldn't Be Overlooked at Darlington This Weekend
Alex Bowman

An Easy Place-Differential Play in DFS This Weekend
Ty Gibbs

Could Be Strong at Darlington This Weekend
Erik Jones

Has Best Darlington Qualifying Effort Since Last Win
Zane Smith

Hopeful For Another Solid Run At Darlington

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