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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

Cal Raleigh

Continues Historic Homer Pace Tuesday
Jacob Wilson

Exits Early On Tuesday With Left Hand Contusion
Scottie Scheffler

Headlines Field at Genesis Scottish Open
Rory McIlroy

a Smart Play for Scottish Open
Adam Scott

Looking to Build on History at The Renaissance Club
NASCAR

Sepp Straka Not Likely to Find Momentum at Scottish Open
Justin Rose

Hopes Month Hiatus Helps Him Bounce Back at Scottish Open
Laken Tomlinson

Confident in Texans Offensive Line
J.K. Dobbins

the Starter in Denver?
JT Woods

Seahawks Release JT Woods
Darren Waller

Trade to Miami Becomes Official
Asante Samuel Jr.

Dolphins Interested in Asante Samuel Jr.
Nyheim Hines

Seeking Return to NFL
Dak Prescott

Expects to be Full-Go for Training Camp
Ajay Mitchell

Posts 16 Points in Summer League Win on Monday
Milwaukee Bucks

Vasilije Micic Waived by Bucks
Brice Sensabaugh

Logs 37 points in Summer League Win on Monday
Luis Garcia

Fans Four in Rehab Outing
GG Jackson II

Collects 27 Points in Summer League Loss
Ace Bailey

Scores 18 Points in Summer League Victory
NHL

Tyler Johnson Retires After 13 NHL Seasons
Jack McBain

Inks New Five-Year Deal with Mammoth
Cam York

Re-Signs with Flyers for Five Years
Kobe Bufkin

Cleared for Summer League Action
Jake Knapp

Fits the Mold for Success at The Renaissance Club
Milwaukee Bucks

Vasilije Micic Agrees to Contract Buyout with Bucks
PGA

Sungjae Im Still a Liability at Scottish Open
James Wiseman

Pacers Bring Back James Wiseman
Ludvig Aberg

is a Solid Option at Scottish Open
Tyrese Haliburton

to Miss Entire 2025-26 Campaign
Paolo Banchero

Signs Historic Five-Year Extension with Magic
Anthony Santander

Hoping to Hit Soon
Luis Robert Jr.

Returning in Short Order
Alex Bregman

Could Return Later This Week
Ketel Marte

Day-to-Day with Groin Tightness
Ty Gibbs

Finishes Second at Chicago and Advances in In-Season Challenge
Alex Bowman

Defeats Bubba Wallace in In-Season Challenge, but Not Without Controversy
Alex Bowman

Bubba Wallace Wrecked by Alex Bowman Again, Putting Playoffs in Doubt
Michael McDowell

Throttle Failure Ends Michael McDowell's Chances to Win at Chicago
Austin Hill

Earns First NASCAR Cup Series Top Ten at Chicago
Tyler Reddick

Scores a Strong Third-Place Run at Chicago
Kyle Busch

Matches his Best Career Finish At Chicago on Sunday
Denny Hamlin

Fights his Way to a Top-5 Finish at Chicago
William Byron

has his Worst Weekend of the Season at Chicago
Hunter Greene

Suffers Setback on Monday
Kyle Lowry

Staying With 76ers
Kyle Anderson

Lands in Utah
Kevin Love

Traded to Jazz in 3-Team Swap
Norman Powell

Traded to Miami
John Collins

Dealt to Clippers
J.J. Spaun

Finishes Tied For 14 at Travelers Championship
Xander Schauffele

Finishes Tied For 61 at Travelers Championship
Collin Morikawa

Finishes Tied For Eighth at Rocket Mortgage Classic
Robert MacIntyre

Finishes Tied For 17 at Travelers Championship
Si Woo Kim

Finishes Tied For 11 at John Deere Classic
Viktor Hovland

Withdraws From Travelers Championship
Tommy Fleetwood

Finishes Tied For Second at Travelers Championship
Brian Campbell

Wins John Deere Classic
Bronny James Jr.

Scores 10 Points
Harrison Ingram

Limited on Sunday
Golden State Warriors

Isaiah Mobley Drops 16 Points
Ryan Rollins

Staying with Bucks
T.J. Watt

Pittsburgh Still Not Close on New Contract
Terry McLaurin

Still Not Pleased with Contract Situation
Sonny Milano

on Track to Be Ready for Training Camp
Yu Darvish

to Make Season Debut on Monday
MLB

Nationals Fire Dave Martinez, Mike Rizzo
Jakub Dobes

Signs Two-Year Deal with Canadiens
KaVontae Turpin

Arrested on Two Charges
Cole Ragans

to Begin Throwing on Monday
Theo Johnson

Prioritizing his Health this Offseason
Andrés Giménez

Andres Gimenez Hits 10-Day Injured List
Jermaine Burton

Continues to Show Growth
NHL

Hendrix Lapierre Signs One-Year Deal with Capitals
Carson Hocevar

Should DFS Players Consider Carson Hocevar for Chicago Lineups?
Tye Kartye

Kraken Re-Sign Tye Kartye for Two Years
Ross Chastain

May be A Decent DFS Option for Chicago Lineups
Dmitri Voronkov

Signs Two-Year, $8.35 Million Extension with Blue Jackets
Ryan Preece

Should DFS Players Roster Ryan Preece at Chicago?
Austin Dillon

Is Too Great of A Risk to Add to Chicago Lineups
Zane Smith

Is A Value Play Worth Rostering At Chicago
Austin Hill

is A Favorable Value Option for Chicago DFS Lineups
Ty Dillon

Is Ty Dillon A Decent Driver to Add For NASCAR DFS At Chicago?
William Byron

Qualifying Crash Makes William Byron a Likely DFS Must-Have
Alex Bowman

Should Finish Well, but Probably Costs Too Much for Serious DFS Consideration
Joey Logano

Has Been Relatively Mediocre on Road Courses Lately
Ryan Blaney

Doesn't Really Fit Neatly into Optimal DFS Lineups
Cam Ward

"Not Expecting" to be handed Starting Job
Chase Claypool

Eager to Get Back on the Field
Wyatt Langford

Activated, Playing on Saturday
Jay Huff

on the Move to Indiana
Cam Whitmore

Wizards Acquire Cam Whitmore from the Rockets
LaJohntay Wester

Stands out on Special Teams
Clarke Schmidt

Likely to Undergo Tommy John Surgery
Nolan Arenado

Scratched from Saturday's Lineup
Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

Starting on Saturday
Corbin Carroll

Activated from 10-Day Injured List
Cincinnati Bengals

Shemar Stewart, Bengals Continue Contract Talks, No Progress Made
Ha-Seong Kim

Removed Early During Season Debut
ARI

Christian Fischer Retires From NHL at 28
NHL

Spencer Martin Moves to Russia
WAS

Anthony Beauvillier Re-Signs With Capitals for Two Years
Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

Sitting Out With Foot Issue
Isaiah Neyor

Impresses at Minicamp
Bo Bichette

Back in Blue Jays Lineup
Miles Sanders

Works With Starters During Mandatory Minicamp
Chimere Dike

Titans Could Move Chimere Dike Inside
Keandre Lambert-Smith

KeAndre Lambert-Smith not Guaranteed Roster Spot
Anthony Bradford

Working Hard to Win Back Starting Job
Clarke Schmidt

Placed on Injured List
SJ

Sharks Claim Nick Leddy Off Waivers
SJ

Sharks Sign Dmitry Orlov to Two-Year, $13 Million Contract
CAR

Nikolaj Ehlers Joins Hurricanes on Six-Year Contract
COL

Brent Burns Inks One-Year Deal with Avalanche
STL

Blues Land Pius Suter on Two-Year Deal
Morgan Frost

Agrees to Two-Year Extension with Flames
WPG

Gustav Nyquist Moves to Winnipeg
Cody Glass

Devils Re-Sign Cody Glass to Two-Year Deal
PIT

Anthony Mantha Joins Penguins
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