The Clowns and Rebels conspired on a trade.
The Clowns send Wily Peralta (.01 15) and Aroldis Chapman (.34 17+) to the Rebels for Raisel Iglesias (.05 17+) and Jace Peterson (.03 17+).
Thursday, May 14, 2015
Saturday, May 9, 2015
White Flag Before Mother's Day
The Clowns traded Andrew McCutchen (.50 17+) and Yonder Alonso (.05 17+) to the Swing in exchange for Forrest Wall (.05 Mx), Braden Shipley (.02 Mx), Ben Revere (.25 16+), Darin Ruf (.01 17+) and the Swing's First Round Rotation Pick of 2016.
Wednesday, May 6, 2015
K-Wood Day
Ahem, hmmm, wow, hoo-boy. Ten CFCL teams fielding at least nine pitchers and not one could outperform Kerry Wood from 18 years ago. But we still have a winner. Congratulations to the Graging Bulls, eking out a one strikeout win over the Beatniks. A $25 mlb.com gift card is on its way.
Kerry Wood - 20
Bulls - 16
Beatniks - 15
DoorMatts - 13
Ruffins - 10
Clowns - 10
Revenge - 9
Dem Rebels - 8
Swing - 3
Killers - 1
Line - 0
Kerry Wood - 20
Bulls - 16
Beatniks - 15
DoorMatts - 13
Ruffins - 10
Clowns - 10
Revenge - 9
Dem Rebels - 8
Swing - 3
Killers - 1
Line - 0
Wednesday, April 29, 2015
May 6th is K-Wood Day
A week from today is our first Special Day. In honor of Kerry Wood striking out 20 Houston Astros ("HERE COMES THE HOOK!" said a very understated Chip Carey), back in 1998, the CFCL hands out one of two mlb.com gift cards.
On May 6th, the CFCL whose ACTIVE pitching staff records the most strikeouts will win a $25 gift card to mlb.com
On May 6th, the CFCL whose ACTIVE pitching staff records the most strikeouts will win a $25 gift card to mlb.com
Wednesday, April 8, 2015
Draft Day Recap
The newly elected 2015 Executive Committee has already been in session and offered opinion on a couple of roster issues from Saturday.
During the rotation draft the DoorMatts selected Andrew Velasquez. Arizona traded Velasquez to Tampa in November so technically Velasquez was ineligible to be acquired on Saturday. As such, Velasquez was not awarded to the DoorMatts.
During the rotation draft the Revenge selected Brady Aiken. Aiken was selected, but not signed by the Houston Astros in the draft. Aiken played Independent League ball (1 game) before undergoing TJS. Houston cannot sign Aiken to a contract prior to the next amateur draft in June. So for now Aiken is on the Revenge roster. Should Houston successfully sign him this summer, Aiken will be released.
On Roster Freeze Day The Swing placed Archie Bradley on their Reserve List. Bradley made the Opening Day Roster of the Arizona Diamondbacks. Therefore, The Swing is not allowed to activate, release or trade Bradley prior to July 1st. It is possible, however, that Bradley's contract could move from Mx to 17x should he pitch enough innings, even if that occurs prior to July 1st.
And in non-EC news. There has been considerable positive feedback to having a CFCL Bar-B-Que this summer. So while we are waiting for the weather to resemble anything close to summer like conditions, we can comment amongst ourselves as to when/where/how we will put this together.
For that purpose I am thinking that we may want to bring the CFCL Message Board back to life.
I will look into that in the upcoming days, begin a new thread and everyone can weigh in on how we should coordinate the get together.
During the rotation draft the DoorMatts selected Andrew Velasquez. Arizona traded Velasquez to Tampa in November so technically Velasquez was ineligible to be acquired on Saturday. As such, Velasquez was not awarded to the DoorMatts.
During the rotation draft the Revenge selected Brady Aiken. Aiken was selected, but not signed by the Houston Astros in the draft. Aiken played Independent League ball (1 game) before undergoing TJS. Houston cannot sign Aiken to a contract prior to the next amateur draft in June. So for now Aiken is on the Revenge roster. Should Houston successfully sign him this summer, Aiken will be released.
On Roster Freeze Day The Swing placed Archie Bradley on their Reserve List. Bradley made the Opening Day Roster of the Arizona Diamondbacks. Therefore, The Swing is not allowed to activate, release or trade Bradley prior to July 1st. It is possible, however, that Bradley's contract could move from Mx to 17x should he pitch enough innings, even if that occurs prior to July 1st.
And in non-EC news. There has been considerable positive feedback to having a CFCL Bar-B-Que this summer. So while we are waiting for the weather to resemble anything close to summer like conditions, we can comment amongst ourselves as to when/where/how we will put this together.
For that purpose I am thinking that we may want to bring the CFCL Message Board back to life.
I will look into that in the upcoming days, begin a new thread and everyone can weigh in on how we should coordinate the get together.
Tuesday, March 31, 2015
Draft Day Specifics
Some of what follows is rehashing previous posts, some is in response to questions that have come in.
DRAFT DAY - SATURDAY, APRIL 4TH.
12 Noon - Pre Draft Things (League Photo, Electing EC, Handing out Draft Sheets, Collecting Money)
1PM - Ruffin Privilege
I will be arriving around 11am. You are welcome to arrive between then at noon. If for some inexcusable reason you are running late, text or call me (630/865-5815) and let me know so the league can plan accordingly.
FOOD
There is a microwave and a fridge. Limited space in the fridge, so you may want to rotate beverages/food items. You can also bring a cooler if that makes things easier. There are two vending machines (one pop, one candy) you have access to.
ELECTRONICS
There are two outlets in the Draft Room (one at each end of the room). If you are bringing a computer, it may be a good idea to bring a power strip to make sure we have enough electric connections. The room is not wired for the Internet. Which leads to . . .
INTERNET
. . .this issue. In years past we have had a strict NO INTERNET policy. Initially the logic was not everyone was using a computer so some owners would have an advantage using the internet during the draft. Then with the advancement of phones, that concern became obsolete. But the main issue, whether voiced or not, has always been this. PACE OF THE DRAFT. So if you want to use the internet as a base for your spreadsheets or for research, that's all well and good. But we WILL NOT slow ourselves down while an owner needs a page to refresh or to look at four sites before they increase the bid by .01. If the use of the Internet is unobtrusive, we're fine. If it slows down the process, then we'll go to a no Internet policy.
PACE OF THE DRAFT
For the most part we usually keep a decent pace given how many players we need to draft each year. But there are two PACES OF THE DRAFT. Perceived Pace and Actual Pace. Our Actual Pace is the one that's pretty good. The Perceived Pace varies from year to year. If we are constantly waiting for an owner to realize it's his turn to increase the bid, or waiting for someone to nominate a player, the PERCEPTION is that the draft is taking forever and thus the FUN FACTOR decreases precipitously. So as a courtesy to your fellow owners, please be mindful of bidding and nominating players in a timely manner. We don't need to complete the draft in two hours, but we don't need it to feel like twelve, either.
RUFFIN PRIVILEGE - THE GAME
As of this posting there have been four submissions. If any of them are correct, let me tell you, this is going to be one fun draft. For those that haven't submitted but want to, submit the player you think will be nominated with the Ruffin Privilege and what the winning bid will be.
CLEANLINESS
Our goal is to leave the room (and kitchen) as clean or cleaner than we found it. It's just common courtesy, plus it ensures no problems with securing the room next year. So please be mindful of your area, especially if you bring things that will cause excessive crumbs.
TRADITIONS
As is the annual tradition (started by Owner Emeritus Copperfield) there will be pretzel rods and licorice to munch on. Anything else you have a hankering for, please bring.
THE AFTER DRAFT
Following the draft and clean up, any interested owners are invited to attend The After Draft. We'll find a place (hotel bar, sports bar, etc.) to all hang out and just enjoy each other's company. We may recap the draft, make projections for the season or just catch with each other over the past year. If you have a location to suggest, please feel free. Otherwise as we're walking out we'll figure something out.
See you in four days!
DRAFT DAY - SATURDAY, APRIL 4TH.
12 Noon - Pre Draft Things (League Photo, Electing EC, Handing out Draft Sheets, Collecting Money)
1PM - Ruffin Privilege
I will be arriving around 11am. You are welcome to arrive between then at noon. If for some inexcusable reason you are running late, text or call me (630/865-5815) and let me know so the league can plan accordingly.
FOOD
There is a microwave and a fridge. Limited space in the fridge, so you may want to rotate beverages/food items. You can also bring a cooler if that makes things easier. There are two vending machines (one pop, one candy) you have access to.
ELECTRONICS
There are two outlets in the Draft Room (one at each end of the room). If you are bringing a computer, it may be a good idea to bring a power strip to make sure we have enough electric connections. The room is not wired for the Internet. Which leads to . . .
INTERNET
. . .this issue. In years past we have had a strict NO INTERNET policy. Initially the logic was not everyone was using a computer so some owners would have an advantage using the internet during the draft. Then with the advancement of phones, that concern became obsolete. But the main issue, whether voiced or not, has always been this. PACE OF THE DRAFT. So if you want to use the internet as a base for your spreadsheets or for research, that's all well and good. But we WILL NOT slow ourselves down while an owner needs a page to refresh or to look at four sites before they increase the bid by .01. If the use of the Internet is unobtrusive, we're fine. If it slows down the process, then we'll go to a no Internet policy.
PACE OF THE DRAFT
For the most part we usually keep a decent pace given how many players we need to draft each year. But there are two PACES OF THE DRAFT. Perceived Pace and Actual Pace. Our Actual Pace is the one that's pretty good. The Perceived Pace varies from year to year. If we are constantly waiting for an owner to realize it's his turn to increase the bid, or waiting for someone to nominate a player, the PERCEPTION is that the draft is taking forever and thus the FUN FACTOR decreases precipitously. So as a courtesy to your fellow owners, please be mindful of bidding and nominating players in a timely manner. We don't need to complete the draft in two hours, but we don't need it to feel like twelve, either.
RUFFIN PRIVILEGE - THE GAME
As of this posting there have been four submissions. If any of them are correct, let me tell you, this is going to be one fun draft. For those that haven't submitted but want to, submit the player you think will be nominated with the Ruffin Privilege and what the winning bid will be.
CLEANLINESS
Our goal is to leave the room (and kitchen) as clean or cleaner than we found it. It's just common courtesy, plus it ensures no problems with securing the room next year. So please be mindful of your area, especially if you bring things that will cause excessive crumbs.
TRADITIONS
As is the annual tradition (started by Owner Emeritus Copperfield) there will be pretzel rods and licorice to munch on. Anything else you have a hankering for, please bring.
THE AFTER DRAFT
Following the draft and clean up, any interested owners are invited to attend The After Draft. We'll find a place (hotel bar, sports bar, etc.) to all hang out and just enjoy each other's company. We may recap the draft, make projections for the season or just catch with each other over the past year. If you have a location to suggest, please feel free. Otherwise as we're walking out we'll figure something out.
See you in four days!
Sunday, March 29, 2015
Cut Information and Reminders
The cuts have been submitted and now final draft prep may be completed. There were big contracts cut, X contracts exercised, Winter Waivers kept and Long Term Contracts signed. Here's some of the information. Updated rosters have been posted is accessible at the link to the right.
Long Term Contracts
Carlos Gomez 3 years
Bryce Harper 3 years
Starlin Marte 2 years
Jose Fernandez 3 years
Alex Wood 3 years
Matt Carpenter 2 years
Matt Adams 2 years
Dee Gordon 2 years
Marcel Ozuna 2 years
Christian Yelich 2 years
Nolan Arenado 2 years
Big Salaries Cut
Jason Heyward (.37)
Andrew McCutchen (.55)
Matt Cain (.23)
Ryan Zimmerman (.30)
Denard Span (.19)
Cole Hamels (.39)
Johnny Peralta (.18)
Brandon Phillips (.19)
Mat Latos (.21)
Jay Bruce (.31)
Matt Kemp (.34)
Madison Bumgarner (.43)
Adam Wainwright (.40)
Martin Prado (.24)
Yadier Molina (.20)
Miguel Montero (.17)
Angel Pagan (.26)
Winter Waivers Kept
Will Smith
Dan Haren
Tony Watson
Francisco Liriano
Joaquin Benoit
Justin Upton
Adieny Hechavarria
Michael Taylor
Carlos Martinez
X Contracts
Gerritt Cole
Anthony Rendon
Jedd Gyorko
Corey Dickerson
Yasiel Puig
THE MONEY
The Swing 10 players needed 1.05 to spend (10.5 per player)
Graging Bulls 10 players needed 1.45 to spend (14.5 per player)
Dem Rebels 12 players needed 1.22 to spend (10.1 per player)
DoorMatts 10 players needed .83 to spend (8.3 per player)
Twin Killers 12 players needed 1.90 to spend (15.8 per player)
Revenge 10 players needed 1.49 to spend (14.9 per player)
Kenndoza Line 11 players needed 1.56 to spend (14.1 per player)
Beatniks 10 players needed 1.52 to spend (15.2 per player)
Clowns 14 players needed 2.17 to spend (15.5 per player)
Ruffins 10 players needed 1.65 to spend (16.5 per player)
INTERESTING TIDBITS
Both the DoorMatts and Revenge has their utility spots filled. The DoorMatts cannot draft an infielder and the Revenge cannot draft a firstbaseman or second baseman.
Long Term Contracts
Carlos Gomez 3 years
Bryce Harper 3 years
Starlin Marte 2 years
Jose Fernandez 3 years
Alex Wood 3 years
Matt Carpenter 2 years
Matt Adams 2 years
Dee Gordon 2 years
Marcel Ozuna 2 years
Christian Yelich 2 years
Nolan Arenado 2 years
Big Salaries Cut
Jason Heyward (.37)
Andrew McCutchen (.55)
Matt Cain (.23)
Ryan Zimmerman (.30)
Denard Span (.19)
Cole Hamels (.39)
Johnny Peralta (.18)
Brandon Phillips (.19)
Mat Latos (.21)
Jay Bruce (.31)
Matt Kemp (.34)
Madison Bumgarner (.43)
Adam Wainwright (.40)
Martin Prado (.24)
Yadier Molina (.20)
Miguel Montero (.17)
Angel Pagan (.26)
Winter Waivers Kept
Will Smith
Dan Haren
Tony Watson
Francisco Liriano
Joaquin Benoit
Justin Upton
Adieny Hechavarria
Michael Taylor
Carlos Martinez
X Contracts
Gerritt Cole
Anthony Rendon
Jedd Gyorko
Corey Dickerson
Yasiel Puig
THE MONEY
The Swing 10 players needed 1.05 to spend (10.5 per player)
Graging Bulls 10 players needed 1.45 to spend (14.5 per player)
Dem Rebels 12 players needed 1.22 to spend (10.1 per player)
DoorMatts 10 players needed .83 to spend (8.3 per player)
Twin Killers 12 players needed 1.90 to spend (15.8 per player)
Revenge 10 players needed 1.49 to spend (14.9 per player)
Kenndoza Line 11 players needed 1.56 to spend (14.1 per player)
Beatniks 10 players needed 1.52 to spend (15.2 per player)
Clowns 14 players needed 2.17 to spend (15.5 per player)
Ruffins 10 players needed 1.65 to spend (16.5 per player)
INTERESTING TIDBITS
Both the DoorMatts and Revenge has their utility spots filled. The DoorMatts cannot draft an infielder and the Revenge cannot draft a firstbaseman or second baseman.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
