Team ratings

[CubbieBum]

I think it is time to start posting about who likes what about there team and what other team you really like so far.

 

 

As for my team I think I got a team that can compete right now but has a majority of exempt players setting me up for the future. As of now I have Dustin Pedroia (2 years left), Diasuke Matsuzaka (2 years), Jon Lester (1 year), Jay Bruce (3 years), Yovanni Gallardo (2 years), and Josh Johnson (1 year) that are all exempt.

 

This means so far only Albert Pujols (633 projected points), Manny Ramirez (560.2), Brad Hawpe (476.2) will count towards the keeper limit. That's 1669.4 or 169.4 over the limit. This means I have a decent chance of keeping all my currently drafted players next year as the projections are a bit high. None of the three actually scored that many points last year.

[Hosak8]

The Keeper Point Limit has not been set yet, so there is no way to definitively say who you might or might not be able to keep. That said, you do have a solid core of exempt players.

[moochpuppy]

As of now I have Dustin Pedroia (2 years left), Diasuke Matsuzaka (2 years), Jon Lester (1 year), Jay Bruce (3 years), Yovanni Gallardo (2 years), and Josh Johnson (1 year) that are all exempt.

 

 

2009 counts against their exempt status so technically you need to reduce those numbers by one. For example, Jon Lester went over the 50 IP mark in 2006. That means he was exempt for the 2007, 2008 & 2009 seasons. He will count against your cap for 2010.

[CubbieBum]

As of now I have Dustin Pedroia (2 years left), Diasuke Matsuzaka (2 years), Jon Lester (1 year), Jay Bruce (3 years), Yovanni Gallardo (2 years), and Josh Johnson (1 year) that are all exempt.

 

 

2009 counts against their exempt status so technically you need to reduce those numbers by one. For example, Jon Lester went over the 50 IP mark in 2006. That means he was exempt for the 2007, 2008 & 2009 seasons. He will count against your cap for 2010.

 

Not according to Hosak. I asked him before I took Matzusaka how many years he would have left (whether it was one or two) and he told me two because its the year after you lose rookie status that counts as year one. Lester has lost rookie status one season before Diasuke so he has 1 year left like I said.

 

If I was told wrong than it ruins my whole draft as I took all of them based heavily on how many years they had left.

[moochpuppy]

Not according to Hosak. I asked him before I took Matzusaka how many years he would have left (whether it was one or two) and he told me two because its the year after you lose rookie status that counts as year one. Lester has lost rookie status one season before Diasuke so he has 1 year left like I said.

 

If I was told wrong than it ruins my whole draft as I took all of them based heavily on how many years they had left.

 

Rules of Exemption:

 

Players with 3 or fewer years of service (as determined by the year they lost rookie eligibility) will be considered exempt. This means that once a player has lost rookie eligibility (130 AB/50 IP), he will have 3 exemptions from counting against your point total. After his 3rd exemption has expired, his points will begin to count against your keeper points allowed.

 

There must have been a miscommunication. As stated above from the League Rules thread, once a player loses his rookie eligibility as Lester did in 2006 when he pitched 81+ innings, the player has three exemptions (2007,2008 & 2009).

 

That being said I would hardly say your draft is ruined.

[Mark_R]

my team is the best.

[Hosak8]

As of now I have Dustin Pedroia (2 years left), Diasuke Matsuzaka (2 years), Jon Lester (1 year), Jay Bruce (3 years), Yovanni Gallardo (2 years), and Josh Johnson (1 year) that are all exempt.

 

 

2009 counts against their exempt status so technically you need to reduce those numbers by one. For example, Jon Lester went over the 50 IP mark in 2006. That means he was exempt for the 2007, 2008 & 2009 seasons. He will count against your cap for 2010.

 

Not according to Hosak. I asked him before I took Matzusaka how many years he would have left (whether it was one or two) and he told me two because its the year after you lose rookie status that counts as year one. Lester has lost rookie status one season before Diasuke so he has 1 year left like I said.

 

If I was told wrong than it ruins my whole draft as I took all of them based heavily on how many years they had left.

 

Never have I said that it's the year after you lose rookie status that exemptions begin to count. There might have been a miscommunication in terms of how many seasons you will get to keep guys, but I'm certain I never said that a players clock begins to tick a year after he loses his rookie eligibility.

 

For the record, Matsuzaka will be exempt this offseason, so you won't have to worry about him until following the 2010 season. That means you have him for 2009 and 2010, so that might be the miscommunication.

[CubbieBum]

As of now I have Dustin Pedroia (2 years left), Diasuke Matsuzaka (2 years), Jon Lester (1 year), Jay Bruce (3 years), Yovanni Gallardo (2 years), and Josh Johnson (1 year) that are all exempt.

 

 

2009 counts against their exempt status so technically you need to reduce those numbers by one. For example, Jon Lester went over the 50 IP mark in 2006. That means he was exempt for the 2007, 2008 & 2009 seasons. He will count against your cap for 2010.

 

Not according to Hosak. I asked him before I took Matzusaka how many years he would have left (whether it was one or two) and he told me two because its the year after you lose rookie status that counts as year one. Lester has lost rookie status one season before Diasuke so he has 1 year left like I said.

 

If I was told wrong than it ruins my whole draft as I took all of them based heavily on how many years they had left.

 

Never have I said that it's the year after you lose rookie status that exemptions begin to count. There might have been a miscommunication in terms of how many seasons you will get to keep guys, but I'm certain I never said that a players clock begins to tick a year after he loses his rookie eligibility.

 

For the record, Matsuzaka will be exempt this offseason, so you won't have to worry about him until following the 2010 season. That means you have him for 2009 and 2010, so that might be the miscommunication.

 

"Last year was his first, making his points exempt for the following offseason. He stil has two more exemptions (two more offseasons tha will not count against a team's point total.)"

 

That is exactly what you sent me in a PM when I asked about Diasuke. I took it as he had two more years of exempt status because you said he had two more left. You must have meant that he had two more left with this one counting as one but why would you not be including this one when we are about a week from it being over?

 

I then based my picks of Lester and Johnson on that. They each played one more season that Diasuke meaning they would have one not two left. Them not being exempt after this season does ruin my draft. I drafted them because they would be exempt. My whole strategy has been to get exempt players who are already producing so that I can keep practically all my starters. Now I have more non-exempt players than exempt players completely ruining my strategy.

 

I still have a team that can compete this year but I'm screwed for the following years unless I get lucky because I could have had others who will still be exempt and only slightly worse players. I wanted to have a team that could win this year but set me up to dominate for the next two or three years. Now I can't do that.

[Hosak8]

Well, if you've made some fatal mistakes because of my miscommunication, all I can do is apologize. The rules are clear, and I don't know of anyone else who hasn't understood them, but it would appear that I am responsible for the miscommunication. Somehow, in the transition from the old league to this one, everyone lost an exemption, and I did not take that into account in my notes of exempt players.

 

Of course, you're still fine, and the draft has not even happened yet, much less the trading that will occur in a given season. You have plenty of time to get your roster in the order that you want it in.

 

In the future, this mistake won't happen. But, to be safe, always refer to the rules as they are written, because they are accurate. I still don't understand where you've heard me say that you don't begin to count exemptions until the year after you lose rookie eligibility.

[Hosak8]

I think it is time to start posting about who likes what about there team and what other team you really like so far.

 

 

As for my team I think I got a team that can compete right now but has a majority of exempt players setting me up for the future. As of now I have Dustin Pedroia (2 years left), Diasuke Matsuzaka (2 years), Jon Lester (1 year), Jay Bruce (3 years), Yovanni Gallardo (2 years), and Josh Johnson (1 year) that are all exempt.

 

This means so far only Albert Pujols (633 projected points), Manny Ramirez (560.2), Brad Hawpe (476.2) will count towards the keeper limit. That's 1669.4 or 169.4 over the limit. This means I have a decent chance of keeping all my currently drafted players next year as the projections are a bit high. None of the three actually scored that many points last year.

 

For the record, I like your roster right now. Clint (Sox) and Slainte also have solid rosters.

 

I have several young guys who I hope are progressing toward their respective primes, and if they do, I like what I have. If they don't, or if they regress, it looks like another long year for me.

[CubbieBum]

I think it is time to start posting about who likes what about there team and what other team you really like so far.

 

 

As for my team I think I got a team that can compete right now but has a majority of exempt players setting me up for the future. As of now I have Dustin Pedroia (2 years left), Diasuke Matsuzaka (2 years), Jon Lester (1 year), Jay Bruce (3 years), Yovanni Gallardo (2 years), and Josh Johnson (1 year) that are all exempt.

 

This means so far only Albert Pujols (633 projected points), Manny Ramirez (560.2), Brad Hawpe (476.2) will count towards the keeper limit. That's 1669.4 or 169.4 over the limit. This means I have a decent chance of keeping all my currently drafted players next year as the projections are a bit high. None of the three actually scored that many points last year.

 

For the record, I like your roster right now. Clint (Sox) and Slainte also have solid rosters.

 

I have several young guys who I hope are progressing toward their respective primes, and if they do, I like what I have. If they don't, or if they regress, it looks like another long year for me.

 

If I get the player I would have drafted rather than Josh Johnson then I'll be content as I would have probably taken Josh Johnson if he was still on the board in this next round.

[Hosak8]

I think it is time to start posting about who likes what about there team and what other team you really like so far.

 

 

As for my team I think I got a team that can compete right now but has a majority of exempt players setting me up for the future. As of now I have Dustin Pedroia (2 years left), Diasuke Matsuzaka (2 years), Jon Lester (1 year), Jay Bruce (3 years), Yovanni Gallardo (2 years), and Josh Johnson (1 year) that are all exempt.

 

This means so far only Albert Pujols (633 projected points), Manny Ramirez (560.2), Brad Hawpe (476.2) will count towards the keeper limit. That's 1669.4 or 169.4 over the limit. This means I have a decent chance of keeping all my currently drafted players next year as the projections are a bit high. None of the three actually scored that many points last year.

 

For the record, I like your roster right now. Clint (Sox) and Slainte also have solid rosters.

 

I have several young guys who I hope are progressing toward their respective primes, and if they do, I like what I have. If they don't, or if they regress, it looks like another long year for me.

 

If I get the player I would have drafted rather than Josh Johnson then I'll be content as I would have probably taken Josh Johnson if he was still on the board in this next round.

 

If it's another pitcher with the initials J.J., that's not happening. I know who Nick's taking first, as I've tried to get that pick from him, but he is asking for WAAAAAYYYYY too much. It's like he doesn't get that it's really about a 9th rounder.

[The Logan]

I'm content with the fact that I've drafted virtually my whole offense already. minus a utility and a RF'er. Plus I've got 2 solid SP's already in Kazmir and Harden (although they're injury risks). I think there's a decent shot at contending, but it's all contingent on the health of the players on my team. There's a lot of DL comebacks and regulars on the list (Tulo, Crawford, Kazmir, Harden).

 

I also like the fact that I have a potential call-up in Cahill sitting in the minor league system which would give me a mid-season boost if he were to succeed in the minors to start the season.

 

My team so far

 

C Chris Ianetta - Love his upside. Hopefully he'll reach his potential and playing in Colorado won't hurt.

1B Ryan Howard - CBS projects him to score more points than anyone else. Hopefully they're right

2B Brandon Phillips - I think Brandon Phillips is overrated, but he was the best/right player to take in my case when he was on the board and my turn came around

3B Alex Gordon - Big gamble. Hoping he reaches the potential he had as a prospect.

SS Troy Tulowitzki - Still has one exempt year and appears to be doing well this spring. Hopefully the injury is behind him

LF Carl Crawford - hopefully the injury won't hold him back and he'll improve upon his overall numbers. Entering his prime years this year

CF Carlos Beltran - Just a good player to have. Almost a lock to put up 20-20 numbers, and a good chance for more than that

 

SP Rich Harden - Injury risk yes. But if he has 25 starts of dominance it will be better than 33 starts of mediocrity from someone else

SP Scott Kazmir - His # of start each year seem to teeter-totter. If that's the case, he's due for a 30+ start season.

 

Minors

1B Eric Hosmer - Another potential KC super prospect. First full year in the minor coming up this year, here's hoping for impressive numbers.

SS Tim Beckham - #1 draft pick last year. Will be nice to have on my team, if either for the future, or for a good trading piece

SP Trevor Cahill - One of the best pitchers in the minors right now, might get called up this season

[CubbieBum]

I think it is time to start posting about who likes what about there team and what other team you really like so far.

 

 

As for my team I think I got a team that can compete right now but has a majority of exempt players setting me up for the future. As of now I have Dustin Pedroia (2 years left), Diasuke Matsuzaka (2 years), Jon Lester (1 year), Jay Bruce (3 years), Yovanni Gallardo (2 years), and Josh Johnson (1 year) that are all exempt.

 

This means so far only Albert Pujols (633 projected points), Manny Ramirez (560.2), Brad Hawpe (476.2) will count towards the keeper limit. That's 1669.4 or 169.4 over the limit. This means I have a decent chance of keeping all my currently drafted players next year as the projections are a bit high. None of the three actually scored that many points last year.

 

For the record, I like your roster right now. Clint (Sox) and Slainte also have solid rosters.

 

I have several young guys who I hope are progressing toward their respective primes, and if they do, I like what I have. If they don't, or if they regress, it looks like another long year for me.

 

If I get the player I would have drafted rather than Josh Johnson then I'll be content as I would have probably taken Josh Johnson if he was still on the board in this next round.

 

If it's another pitcher with the initials J.J., that's not happening. I know who Nick's taking first, as I've tried to get that pick from him, but he is asking for WAAAAAYYYYY too much. It's like he doesn't get that it's really about a 9th rounder.

 

Initials aren't J.J. Off the top of my head I can't even think of who you are talking about.

[moochpuppy]

 

Initials aren't J.J. Off the top of my head I can't even think of who you are talking about.

 

OOOH..OOOH, I KNOW!!! =D>

 

Yeah, he won't last past this round unfortunately.

[CubbieBum]

 

Initials aren't J.J. Off the top of my head I can't even think of who you are talking about.

 

OOOH..OOOH, I KNOW!!! =D>

 

Yeah, he won't last past this round unfortunately.

 

 

J.J. as in J.J. Putz

 

[Hosak8]

 

Initials aren't J.J. Off the top of my head I can't even think of who you are talking about.

 

OOOH..OOOH, I KNOW!!! =D>

 

Yeah, he won't last past this round unfortunately.

 

 

J.J. as in J.J. Putz

 

Ummm, no. I'm just going to say it, because he's got the first pick, so it's not like anyone can do anything about it anyway.

 

Jair Jurrjens.

 

If he doesn't pick him, there's no way he lasts until his next pick anyway, so there's no harm in saying it.

[moochpuppy]

Ummm, no. I'm just going to say it, because he's got the first pick, so it's not like anyone can do anything about it anyway.

 

Jair Jurrjens.

 

If he doesn't pick him, there's no way he lasts until his next pick anyway, so there's no harm in saying it.

 

Another one of my exempt players from last year's team gone. :bye:

[dawg pound]

why are u giving away my secrets? i may trade that pick so i may not take him and maybe i was hoping he would still be there by the 12th pick.

[Hosak8]

Ummm, no. I'm just going to say it, because he's got the first pick, so it's not like anyone can do anything about it anyway.

 

Jair Jurrjens.

 

If he doesn't pick him, there's no way he lasts until his next pick anyway, so there's no harm in saying it.

 

Another one of my exempt players from last year's team gone. :bye:

 

Exactly how I feel about Josh Johnson.

[Hosak8]

why are u giving away my secrets? i may trade that pick so i may not take him and maybe i was hoping he would still be there by the 12th pick.

 

Sorry. Didn't realize you might trade the pick. DO you have an offer out there, or are you just saying that that pick is available?

[dawg pound]

talk about exempt players bein gone. i lost a whole team.

[dawg pound]

why are u giving away my secrets? i may trade that pick so i may not take him and maybe i was hoping he would still be there by the 12th pick.

 

Sorry. Didn't realize you might trade the pick. DO you have an offer out there, or are you just saying that that pick is available?

 

i think i have an offer, but not sure yet.

[CubbieBum]

Ummm, no. I'm just going to say it, because he's got the first pick, so it's not like anyone can do anything about it anyway.

 

Jair Jurrjens.

 

If he doesn't pick him, there's no way he lasts until his next pick anyway, so there's no harm in saying it.

 

Another one of my exempt players from last year's team gone. :bye:

 

Exactly how I feel about Josh Johnson.

 

Well he isn't exempt anymore.

 

And I knew who it was I was joking with the J.J. Putz.

[Hosak8]

why are u giving away my secrets? i may trade that pick so i may not take him and maybe i was hoping he would still be there by the 12th pick.

 

Sorry. Didn't realize you might trade the pick. DO you have an offer out there, or are you just saying that that pick is available?

 

i think i have an offer, but not sure yet.

:confused: