Tag: José Alvarado
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Top 60 Relievers for SOLDS, March 22 (Jewett)
Leagues that use SOLDS (saves plus holds) allow fantasy players a little more leeway while building a roster. One can target the best relievers on teams with high win totals, not necessarily targeting “closers“, which creates unique values, especially for relievers with strong K-BB percentages and strong ratios. Fusing blended projections from Fangraphs with my…
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Spring Vibes, March 19: Durán’s oblique, Jansen’s back (but not on a mound), Kerkering may not be ready, Game Recaps, and more
There have not been many dull moments over the last seven days, with the “closer” news cycles churning out content with ripple effects felt throughout the fantasy community. Relievers exist in a delicate ecosystem, and just when it seems safe, one must adapt on the fly. Monday removed a second reliever from the top tier…
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Spring Vibes, March 15: More Milwaukee Leverage Plans without Devin Williams, Kopech in the White Sox bullpen, Helsley’s velocity, and Game Recaps
Milwaukee Brewers – As anticipated, Brewers GM, Matt Arnold hinted at a committee for saves in this video interview on “X” shared by Curt Hogg, with results over the next two weeks of spring contests perhaps laying the groundwork for roles once the season begins. However, there was no definitive answer, which means this should…
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Tiered Rankings (March 1, 2024)
With March upon us and draft season on the horizon, it’s time for the first run of tiered rankings. It’s difficult to choose which reliever will be the “closer” for a few teams, and many may prefer avoiding certain situations, like these three: At present, there are three writers ready at the wheel for Closer…
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Spring Vibes: Hader debuts, Suarez dealing with traffic, and more
March 3, 2024 Houston Astros – Josh Hader made his spring debut. In the game recap by Brian McTaggart of MLB.com, he tossed a scoreless fifth, giving up a hit. He threw 16 pitches (9 strikes – 60 strike percentage) and hit 95 m.p.h. with his sinker, but he’s not concerned about velocity. He only…