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Saints No Longer Interested in Jeremy Shockey
May 27, 2008 by
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The New Orleans Saints are no longer interested in New York Giants tight end Jeremy Shockey, according to Rotoworld. The club will once again go with Eric Johnson.
As part of a high-powered passing attack, Johnson had decent fantasy value in 2007. He had 48 receptions and two touchdowns...
Sizzlers and Fizzlers, Week 7
May 25, 2008 by
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In a season comprised of streaks and slumps, Fantasyfanatics.com baseball expert helps us sort through the latest trends. Here's a look at the players who are hot and some who are not. Our first sizzler is Lance Berkman (1B, Houston Astros): Berkman has really been on fire the...
Fizzlers and Sizzlers - Week 6
May 18, 2008 by
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SIZZLERS
Aaron Laffey (SP, Cleveland Indians): Talk about pitching depth. The Cleveland Indians have C.C. Sabathia (yes, he's on my "Fizzlers" list, but he's still a good pitcher), Fausto Carmona, Cliff Lee, Paul Byrd, and Jake Westbrook (returning from the DL...
A View of the Diamond 5-12-08
May 13, 2008 by
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A VIEW OF THE DIAMOND 5/12, 2008
BY ROB SHAW
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BLUE JAYS
Several fantasy managers searching for a bargain during the pre-season draft, selected Vernon Wells in the middle rounds. They figured last year's paltry .245 average and 16 homeruns were an anomaly...
Jeff Francoeur Struggles Again
May 13, 2008 by
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Atlanta Braves fans may have to chock up Jeff Francoeur's early success as beginner's luck. The strong-armed outfielder commenced his career with a blast. As a 21 year old, Francoeur blasted 14 homeruns with a .300 average in 70 games. The next season, he blasted 29 homeruns...
Sizzlers and Fizzlers, Weeks 4 and 5
May 09, 2008 by
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Who's hot, who's not in Major League Baseball? We'll get you started with a sizzler named Mike Cameron. After being suspended for the first 25 games, Cameron is back, and has a starting job (as he should). For those owners (like myself) who took a chance on Cameron, knowing...
Fantasy Baseball Rookie Report
May 02, 2008 by
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Every year a new crop of Major League rookies enter the field with high expectations and plenty of excitement. Naturally, these players will often disappoint, as we come to learn that the jump to the Major Leagues is one that takes at least a year or two to adapt to. That explains...
John Lannan's Solo Act
April 28, 2008 by
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The Washington Nationals seem to have found a gem in the 23-year old southpaw John Lannan. The 11th round pick in the 2005 draft has allowed just 1 earned run in the past 3 starts, while pitching 20 innings. After striking out 11 Mets, then shutting out the Braves through 7 innings...
Matt Forte May Be the Next Bears Running Back
April 28, 2008 by
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The Chicago Sun Times and Rotoworld report that Matt Forte, the second round draft pick of the Chicago Bears, may be the team's starting tailback in 2008.
Cedric Benson started the season for Chicago and averaged 3.4 yards per carry over 11 games. His backup, Adrian Peterson...
Who Will Star in the Raiders Backfield?
April 28, 2008 by
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It was the fourth overall pick that garnered the most attention from fantasy managers through out the nation, just like it was the second overall pick two years ago when Reggie Bush was the top running back chosen. Even last season, all fantasy football managers knew about Adrian Peterson...
A View of the Diamond
April 28, 2008 by
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FantasyFanatics.com Lead Expert Rob Shaw takes you for a spin around the NFL in this week's edition of A View of the Diamond. We'll get you started in the Bronx. It may be hard to argue that a New York Yankee is flying under the radar, but I am not sure that people understand...
Fantasy Baseball Start or Sit
April 26, 2008 by
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There are some great matchups coming up this week (Peavy/Webb, anyone?), but the problem is if you're a star pitcher who is facing another star pitcher, it is virtually impossible to make the Start 'Em, Sit 'Em list. But fear not, fantasy owners, there are plenty of other...
Derrick Mason: Shouldn't Be Overlooked in PPR Drafts
April 26, 2008 by
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If your fantasy league awards points per reception, don't overlook Baltimore Ravens receiver Derrick Mason in this year's draft. Mason hauled in 103 receptions last season, one of only six NFL receivers to top 100.
He also added five touchdowns. Mainly a possession receiver...
Seahawks Extend Marcus Trufant
April 26, 2008 by
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Rotoworld reports that the Seattle Seahawks have reached a contract extension with cornerback Marcus Trufant. It's a six year, $50.2 million deal.
Trufant recorded a career high seven interceptions last season as well as his first career touchdown. He's entering his sixth...
NHL Fantasy Minute
April 25, 2008 by
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The regular NHL season is winding down to its most critical stage, and in this Fantasy Minute, recaps of Sunday's action and developments will help fans keep abreast of the developments for the playoff spot races.
Martin Biron (Philadelphia Flyers - Goal): At the time that the...
Ahmad Bradshaw Remains the Backup for the Giants
April 25, 2008 by
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The New York Post and Rotoworld are reporting that Ahmad Bradshaw will remain Brandon Jacobs backup in 2008. The team re-signed Derrick Ward last week. Ward looked solid in relief of Jacobs, but the backup job is apparently Bradshaw's to lose.
The Giants also have Reuben Droughns...
Pacman Jones Traded to the Cowboys
April 24, 2008 by
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The Adam "Pacman" Jones experience has come to an end in Nashville. The Tennessee Titans have agreed to trade the suspended cornerback to the Dallas Cowboys.
The Boys are gradually stockpiling a roster of troubled players. They include Tank Johnson and Terrell Owens. Jones...
Sizzlers and Fizzlers, Week 3
April 24, 2008 by
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Who's hot, who's not in Major League Baseball? We'll get you started with a sizzler, Travis Buck (OF, Oakland Athletics): After a tumultuous first 22 AB's, Buck broke out. He has gone 8-28 (.285 BA), 4 RBI, 5 R, and has recorded a 3B and 6 2B. This is what expert projected...
Cowboys Make Offer for Pacman Jones
April 22, 2008 by
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SI.com and Rotoworld are reporting that the Dallas Cowboys may have already made an offer for disgruntled Tennessee Titans cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones.
The sources claim the Cowboys would send both a player and a late-round draft pick to the Titans. However, Jones...
Nats Ride the Redding
April 22, 2008 by
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Tim Redding was once a considerable prospect for the Houston Astros. However, after three teams in three seasons, not including a full season out of the Majors in 2006, Redding is now a 30-year old journeyman with talent. For a day, that talent translated into fantasy value. Against...
Milledge Goes Deep In Win
April 21, 2008 by
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Lastings Milledge hit his first homerun of the season, as the National improved to 2-0 behind 11 runs on 12 hits. Milledge was sent to Washington from the Mets this season for Ryan Church and Brian Schneider. One to play with a chip on his shoulder, Milledge is expected to offer immediate...
Matt Schaub: Starting Job in Jeopardy?
April 21, 2008 by
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Houston Texans quarterback Matt Schaub may have some competition in 2008, reports the Houston Chronicle and Rotoworld. The job may be Sage Rosenfels' if he performs better than Schaub.
Schaub struggled through injury last season, throwing nine touchdowns and nine interceptions...
Who Will Be the Impact Rookies?
April 21, 2008 by
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With NFL Pro Days sweeping local universities across the nation, it is time for fantasy sports fans to start planning how to respond to this year's crop of rookies. After all, let's face it, none of us saw Arian Peterson coming, nor the consistency of Marshawn Lynch and the...
Fantasy Baseball: Early Struggles or Cause for Concern?
April 21, 2008 by
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There are a lot of big name sluggers that are off to slow starts this season that have some fantasy owners in a panic. Players like David Ortiz, Alfonso Soriano, and Prince Fielder have frustrated owners and left them asking if something is wrong and if they should hang on to them...
Experts League Draft Round 16-18
April 21, 2008 by
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Ten of Fantasyfanatics.com's baseball experts lined up for a fantasy draft. Here's a look at the first 18 rounds with analysis. Any bad picks? Let us know. For Rounds 1-3, click here For Round 4-7, click here For Rounds 8-10, click here For Rounds 11-15, click here EXPERT&...
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