The Wire Troll: Ronnie Price the New Two in Phoenix
| On Friday, Price played 30 minutes, nailed a pair of 3-pointers, had his second block in three games and had two steals – the fourth time in five games he’s had multiple swipes. Yes, he struggled with his shot, but recall that a week ago Friday he drained 7-of-11 from the field for 18 points, so you know it’s in him. Beware that the Phoenix starting rotation is very much in flux, but after earning a win in Beantown Friday, Gentry could stick with this lineup for the time being. |  |
The Wire Troll: Sam Gagner Goes Wild
| Now, there are times when the NHL All-Star Break is a very good thing. Some players respond well after a little rest and relaxation from game action. Imagine the stretch run as a chance to bolster playoff position or try to make the dance. Players and Fantasy hockey general managers generally think the same way in this regard. Week 17 is up ahead in most Fantasy leagues and if you are not ready, chances for success will pass you by. |  |
Podcast: A Closer Look at the First Base Rankings
| Last night was Thursday which meant it must have been time for another episode of RotoRob's Fantasy Baseball 365 Podcast featuring Buck, Tim and myself spending a half-hour rapping all things roto related. |  |
Cleveland Indians Leaning Left
| Here’s a tip for you big-league managers: when you’re scheduled to face the Cleveland Indians in 2012, make sure you jig your rotation so your left-handed starters are on tap. |  |
Podcast: Yanks Land Hiroki Kuroda and Michael Pineda
| The panel is divided on this issue and it will be fascinating to see if the young catcher/DH can have a real impact on Seattle's limp lineup. |  |
2012 RotoRob MLB Draft Kit: Catcher Rankings
| Jumping in early on catchers is no longer the prudent course, but acquiring one from that top group remains a solid plan. The bottom line for backstops in 2012: Pay for them, but don't overpay as options are plentiful. |  |
Podcast: Carlos Pena Heads Back to the Bay
| What does this do for Scutaro's value, and where does this leave the BoSox' shortstop situation? |  |
NHL Today: Sidney Crosby’s Test Results Coming
| The timing of the report about newly discovered – but apparently already healed broken neck vertebrae – couldn’t have been worse, as the NHL was celebrating its best and brightest when its absolute best and brightest was dealing with a new complication in his one-year battle to return to full health. |  |
The Wire Troll: Vince Carter Returns From Foot Woe
| And despite occasional flashes of his old self, Vinsanity’s early season play caused most owners (myself included) to jettison him to the waiver pool. A sprained foot injury that sidelined him for the past five games didn’t help matters, but VC returned Friday and was healthy enough to tie his season high with 28 minutes, canning 5-of-10 from the field (including a trey) for 12 points with four boards and three assists. The backcourt in Big D is a hot mess, but Carter should be considered in deeper formats and put on the watch list in standard leagues. |  |
