Central Edition 2: Indians/ Brewers
AL Central Team: Cleveland Indians
Key Arrivals
Cesar Hernandez(2B) 1.36WAR Sandy Leon(C)- -.05WAR only over 172PA Career 2.4WAR
Delino DeShields(OF)-1.3WAR Domingo Santana(OF)-
Key Departures
Tyler Clippard(RP)-1.36WAR Yasiel Puig(OF)-0.85 Jason Kipnis(2B)-0.46WAR
Danny Salazar(SP)0.08WAR
Key NRI to watch
Dominic Leone(RP) Beau Taylor(C)-0.04WAR Argenis Angulo(P) Cameron Rupp(C)
Key Up and coming talent to watch
Tristian McKenzie(5th starter)Beau Taylor(C)
Aaron Civale/Zach Plesac(P)-I am putting these players together because they both contributed last season in the rotation and were very impressive in their MLB debuts
However, Adam Plutko is out of options and could be given a long relief role or a SP role. Thus would put these two into a stiff competition for the rotation spots
Daniel Johnson(OF)
Key Arrivals
Cesar Hernandez(2B) 1.36WAR Sandy Leon(C)- -.05WAR only over 172PA Career 2.4WAR
Delino DeShields(OF)-1.3WAR Domingo Santana(OF)-
Key Departures
Tyler Clippard(RP)-1.36WAR Yasiel Puig(OF)-0.85 Jason Kipnis(2B)-0.46WAR
Danny Salazar(SP)0.08WAR
Key NRI to watch
Dominic Leone(RP) Beau Taylor(C)-0.04WAR Argenis Angulo(P) Cameron Rupp(C)
Key Up and coming talent to watch
Tristian McKenzie(5th starter)Beau Taylor(C)
Aaron Civale/Zach Plesac(P)-I am putting these players together because they both contributed last season in the rotation and were very impressive in their MLB debuts
However, Adam Plutko is out of options and could be given a long relief role or a SP role. Thus would put these two into a stiff competition for the rotation spots
Daniel Johnson(OF)
Emmanuel Clase(RP)Has a 100+MPH cutter and will get an extended look and see if he is ready for MLB action.
Returning from IL
Christian Arroyo(3B)-0.2WAR over 50PA Tyler Naquin(OF)-1.4WAR and hits for a high average
Upcoming free agents aka Trade Chips
Carlos Santana(DH) Brad Hand(RP/CL) Cesar Hernandez, Oliver Perez
Contacts SelectedScott Moss(P) Triston McKenzie(P) Daniel Johnson(OF)
Impact Fantasy Players
Fancisco Lindor(SS) Jose Ramierz(3B), Carlos Santana(1b), Franmil Reyes(DH),Keep an eye on SPs through the season for the right matchups(Clevinger, Beiber, Carrasco, Civale),Brad Hand(CL)
Storylines to FollowHow the rotation shakes out and who ends up where with the young guys
Will Lindor get traded?
Vegas Win projection
86.5Wins
This team has a lot of good pieces on it. But its hard to tell how good they will be after the rotation because of the bullpen is questionable besides Brad Hand at CL. I do think they win 90 games so they hit the over. They have good depth and some good talent to watch
Bold Predictions
Following closely how they perform could still potentially sell Lindor or buy pieces and try another run at it. IMO
Fact Check
Bob Hope, one of our country's greatest entertainers/comedians, was also a part-owner of the Indians for many years, starting in 1946. He grew up on the east side of Cleveland and was a lifelong ambassador for the city and for the Indians. For instance, he was featured in an episode of "I Love Lucy" set during an Indians-Yankees game, where Lucy sees the opportunity to persuade Hope to appear at her husband Ricky's nightclub. She dresses as a hot dog vendor, approaches Hope, distracts him and a foul ball bonks him on the head.
Who is responsible for the Chief Wahoo logo, arguably the most offensive logo in pro sports? Bill Veeck, that's who. Until 1928, the Indians logo was some form of the letter C or the word Cleveland. In 1928, a traditional image of a Native American was introduced. But in 1946 Veeck hired a designer to create a mascot to "would convey a spirit of pure joy and unbridled enthusiasm." The grinning Chief was born. Just recently, a Toronto court rejected attempts to block the Indians from using their team name or Chief Wahoo logo during the ALCS games in Toronto.
NL Central Team: Milwaulkie Brewers
Key Arrivals
Omar Narvaez(C)- 2.1WAR Ryon Healy(1B/3B)-recovering from injury-0.13WAR
Avisail Garcia(RF)-2.04WAR
Returning from IL
Christian Arroyo(3B)-0.2WAR over 50PA Tyler Naquin(OF)-1.4WAR and hits for a high average
Upcoming free agents aka Trade Chips
Carlos Santana(DH) Brad Hand(RP/CL) Cesar Hernandez, Oliver Perez
Contacts SelectedScott Moss(P) Triston McKenzie(P) Daniel Johnson(OF)
Impact Fantasy Players
Fancisco Lindor(SS) Jose Ramierz(3B), Carlos Santana(1b), Franmil Reyes(DH),Keep an eye on SPs through the season for the right matchups(Clevinger, Beiber, Carrasco, Civale),Brad Hand(CL)
Storylines to FollowHow the rotation shakes out and who ends up where with the young guys
Will Lindor get traded?
Vegas Win projection
86.5Wins
This team has a lot of good pieces on it. But its hard to tell how good they will be after the rotation because of the bullpen is questionable besides Brad Hand at CL. I do think they win 90 games so they hit the over. They have good depth and some good talent to watch
Bold Predictions
Following closely how they perform could still potentially sell Lindor or buy pieces and try another run at it. IMO
Fact Check
Bob Hope, one of our country's greatest entertainers/comedians, was also a part-owner of the Indians for many years, starting in 1946. He grew up on the east side of Cleveland and was a lifelong ambassador for the city and for the Indians. For instance, he was featured in an episode of "I Love Lucy" set during an Indians-Yankees game, where Lucy sees the opportunity to persuade Hope to appear at her husband Ricky's nightclub. She dresses as a hot dog vendor, approaches Hope, distracts him and a foul ball bonks him on the head.
Who is responsible for the Chief Wahoo logo, arguably the most offensive logo in pro sports? Bill Veeck, that's who. Until 1928, the Indians logo was some form of the letter C or the word Cleveland. In 1928, a traditional image of a Native American was introduced. But in 1946 Veeck hired a designer to create a mascot to "would convey a spirit of pure joy and unbridled enthusiasm." The grinning Chief was born. Just recently, a Toronto court rejected attempts to block the Indians from using their team name or Chief Wahoo logo during the ALCS games in Toronto.
NL Central Team: Milwaulkie Brewers
Key Arrivals
Omar Narvaez(C)- 2.1WAR Ryon Healy(1B/3B)-recovering from injury-0.13WAR
Avisail Garcia(RF)-2.04WAR
Josh Lindblom(SP)-Last MLB full season 2013, pitched in 2017 for 10.1IP
Justin Smoak(1B)-0.61WAR Brett Anderson(SP)-2.52WAR Eric Sogard(3B)-1.9WAR
Jedd Gyorko(3B)-0.02WAR Alex Claudio(RP)-0.56WAR David Phelps(RP)-0.31WAR
Luis Urias(2B)- 1WAR Eric Lauer(P)-0.8WAR Brock Holt(IF/OF)-1.4WAR
Claimed-Mark Mathais(2B) 269BA, 12HR, 13SB, 59RBI- AAA
Claimed- Ronny Rodriguez(SS)276AB, 221BA, 14HR, 43RBI,3SB
Key Departures
Yasmani Grandal(C)-2.47WAR Mike Moustakas(3B)-3.21WARDrew Pomeranz(RP)- -0.36WAR
Jordan Lyles(SP)-0.11WAR Gio Gonzalez(SP)-1.88WAR Eric Thames(1B)-1.57WAR
Travis Shaw(1B)- -0.85WAR Junior Guerra(RP)- 1.25WAR Jimmy Nelson(RP)--0.46WAR
Trent Grisham(OF) Zach Davies(P)
Key 2021 Free agents/trade chipsBrett Anderson(P) Eric Sogard(3B)- 4.5MIL Club option Jedd Gyorko(3B)- 4.5MIL Club option
David Phelps(RP)-4.5MIL Club option Ben Gamel(LF)- 2.5MIl Club option
Key NRI to watch
Shelby Miller(SP)- -1WAR Mike Morin(RP)- 0.19WAR Logan Morrison-(1B)- -0.22WAR
Jace Peterson(3B)- -0.21WAR Keon Broxton(OF) Jake Faria(RP)
Key Incoming/Upcoming Talent
Ronny Rodriguez(IF)- Hip-hop artist and has minor league options if Urias isn't ready for the season
Luis Urias(IF) Currently recovering from wrist surgery, personally aiming for opening day.
Ethan Small(P) first-round pick ‘Zack Brown(P)- NRIMario Feliciano(C)-NRI
Contracts Selected
Angel Perdomo(P) Corey Ray(OF) Mark Mathias(2B) JP Feyereisen(P)
Returning from IL
Bobby Wahl(P) Corey Knebel(P)
Fantasy Impact playersChristian Yelich(OF),Keston Hiura(2B), Ryan Braun(1B/OF), Omar Narvaez(C), Avisail Garcia(OF), Brandon Woodruff(SP), Josh Hader(CP)
Storylines to Follow
Brauns last season- do the Brewers have enough to make it?
Vegas Projected Wins
83.5Wins- last season 89Wins
Wow, this team gained some and lost some. I think they filled the holes they had from the FA and patched them nicely. Not perfectly but enough to repeat the win total from last season. Enough to push for WC I do not think the rotation is the main concern for me at a deep playoff run
Bold Predictions
If there is any vote for best Nike Uni redone. IT IS THE BREWERS. Prove me wrong also for real Yelich has a huge deal and will probably go down as top Brewer of all time. As long as he carries this team to the playoffs and into it with his bat and glove. I don't have a doubt this team can make a legit run and if they add pieces at the deadline.
Fact Check
Miller Park is the only place you’ll find Secret Stadium Sauce. Reportedly created at County Stadium in the 1970’s, this delicious secret sauce was thought up out of necessity when the vendor ran short on ketchup and had to improvise with other ingredients on-hand. The barbeque-ketchup concoction has been a Brewers fan favorite ever since.
For fans around during the seventh inning stretch, get ready to sing. Brewers fans can expect to sing “The Beer Barrel Polka” along with a round of “Take Me Out to the Ballgame.”
Jedd Gyorko(3B)-0.02WAR Alex Claudio(RP)-0.56WAR David Phelps(RP)-0.31WAR
Luis Urias(2B)- 1WAR Eric Lauer(P)-0.8WAR Brock Holt(IF/OF)-1.4WAR
Claimed-Mark Mathais(2B) 269BA, 12HR, 13SB, 59RBI- AAA
Claimed- Ronny Rodriguez(SS)276AB, 221BA, 14HR, 43RBI,3SB
Key Departures
Yasmani Grandal(C)-2.47WAR Mike Moustakas(3B)-3.21WARDrew Pomeranz(RP)- -0.36WAR
Jordan Lyles(SP)-0.11WAR Gio Gonzalez(SP)-1.88WAR Eric Thames(1B)-1.57WAR
Travis Shaw(1B)- -0.85WAR Junior Guerra(RP)- 1.25WAR Jimmy Nelson(RP)--0.46WAR
Trent Grisham(OF) Zach Davies(P)
Key 2021 Free agents/trade chipsBrett Anderson(P) Eric Sogard(3B)- 4.5MIL Club option Jedd Gyorko(3B)- 4.5MIL Club option
David Phelps(RP)-4.5MIL Club option Ben Gamel(LF)- 2.5MIl Club option
Key NRI to watch
Shelby Miller(SP)- -1WAR Mike Morin(RP)- 0.19WAR Logan Morrison-(1B)- -0.22WAR
Jace Peterson(3B)- -0.21WAR Keon Broxton(OF) Jake Faria(RP)
Key Incoming/Upcoming Talent
Ronny Rodriguez(IF)- Hip-hop artist and has minor league options if Urias isn't ready for the season
Luis Urias(IF) Currently recovering from wrist surgery, personally aiming for opening day.
Ethan Small(P) first-round pick ‘Zack Brown(P)- NRIMario Feliciano(C)-NRI
Contracts Selected
Angel Perdomo(P) Corey Ray(OF) Mark Mathias(2B) JP Feyereisen(P)
Returning from IL
Bobby Wahl(P) Corey Knebel(P)
Fantasy Impact playersChristian Yelich(OF),Keston Hiura(2B), Ryan Braun(1B/OF), Omar Narvaez(C), Avisail Garcia(OF), Brandon Woodruff(SP), Josh Hader(CP)
Storylines to Follow
Brauns last season- do the Brewers have enough to make it?
Vegas Projected Wins
83.5Wins- last season 89Wins
Wow, this team gained some and lost some. I think they filled the holes they had from the FA and patched them nicely. Not perfectly but enough to repeat the win total from last season. Enough to push for WC I do not think the rotation is the main concern for me at a deep playoff run
Bold Predictions
If there is any vote for best Nike Uni redone. IT IS THE BREWERS. Prove me wrong also for real Yelich has a huge deal and will probably go down as top Brewer of all time. As long as he carries this team to the playoffs and into it with his bat and glove. I don't have a doubt this team can make a legit run and if they add pieces at the deadline.
Fact Check
Miller Park is the only place you’ll find Secret Stadium Sauce. Reportedly created at County Stadium in the 1970’s, this delicious secret sauce was thought up out of necessity when the vendor ran short on ketchup and had to improvise with other ingredients on-hand. The barbeque-ketchup concoction has been a Brewers fan favorite ever since.
For fans around during the seventh inning stretch, get ready to sing. Brewers fans can expect to sing “The Beer Barrel Polka” along with a round of “Take Me Out to the Ballgame.”
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