Is it just us, or do you get the feeling that Hanley Ramirez isn’t done getting better?
If a 25-year-old All-Star at a thin position is already a member of the 30-30 club and actually does improve, it’s a scary thought for major league pitchers and music to the ears of fantasy baseball owners.
Welcome to the 2009 Sports Buff Fantasy Baseball season – the year of possibilities.
We haven’t seen a player reach the 40-40 plateau since Alfonso Soriano accomplished the feat in 2006, but our smart money is banking on Ramirez becoming the newest member of that club this season.
Baseball’s most valuable shortstop belted 33 homers, batted .... (more)
ESPN reports that Palmer will not need to undergo surgery on his right elbow.
Insight: Palmer only played in only four games this year in what was a very disappointing season. Look for him to bounce back strong in 2009 once he is back to 100%. (SportsBuff.com)
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ESPN reports that Palmer will not need to undergo surgery on his right elbow.
Insight: Palmer only played in only four games this year in what was a very disappointing season. Look for him to bounce back strong in 2009 once he is back to 100%. (SportsBuff.com)
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Ramirez is still seeking at least a four-year, $100 million contract, according to Fox Sports.
Insight: Ramirez seems most likely to return to the Dodgers but only if the Dodgers' increase their original offer of two-years and $45 million. (SportsBuff.com)
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Parker exploded on Wednesday night, scoring a career best 55 points and also adding 10 assists and 7 rebounds.
Insight: Parker shot the ball a whopping 36 times and while you cannot expect that pace to continue he will be asked to do more offensively with Manu Ginobili out. (SportsBuff.com)
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Mark Martin confirmed that he will not race in the season finale at Homestead-Miami Speedway in the No. 5 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet. Casey Mears is moving to Richard Childress Racing next season, but will close out 2008 with Hendrick. (NASCAR.com)
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Shipley had ten receptions for 78 yards in the Fiesta Bowl victory over Ohio State.
Insight: Shipley was granted a sixth year of eligibility to return for another season and he will continue to be a go-to receiver for the Longhorns. (SportsBuff.com)
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Ohio State's junior running back gained 127 yards from scrimmage in the Fiesta Bowl -- much of it in the first half before being sidelined by a concussion.
Insight: Wells battered the Texas defense throughout the first two quarters, offering one of his most impressive efforts of the season. One would think his performance will lead him to delcare for the 2009 NFL Draft.
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Marleau had an assist on Tuesday in a 3-1 win over the Wild. Marleau now has points in three straight games to give him 13 points in 13 games to start the season. (SportsBuff.com)
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Goosen carded a 4-under 66 in the first round of the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational and leads five players by one shot heading into the second round. (Marc Pruitt/SportsBuff.com)
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Fantasy Island (Sept. 27)
Week 3 seemed to be kind of crazy on the fantasy front. Ronnie Brown dominated many a bench. Antonio Bryant played up to his ability about 15 years after it was expected. Brian freakin’ Griese threw for 400 yards.
There was a lot for fantasy owners to... (more)
As I Please, Part 1 (Sept. 25)
With roughly four days left in the season, either you're going to win or you're not. It really is that simple, as any last-minute moves you make will more than likely not be enough to carry you over the top. A bad spot starter, though, may do more harm than go... (more)
Are you sick of the election and all the biases that come with it? Do you want to just get away from all the economy crisis talk? And are you ready for Week 7 of the NFL season?
If you answered yes to at least the last question, then you’re in the ri... (more)
Is it just us, or do you get the feeling that Hanley Ramirez isn’t done getting better?
If a 25-year-old All-Star at a thin position is already a member of the 30-30 club and actually does improve, it’s a scary thought for major league pitchers and music to the ears of fantasy baseball owners.
Welcome to the 2009 Sports Buff Fantasy Baseball season – the year of possibilities.
We haven’t seen a player reach the 40-40 plateau since Alfonso Soriano accomplished the feat in 2006, but our smart money is banking on Ramirez becoming the newest member of that club this season.
Baseball’s most valuable shortstop belted 33 homers, batted .... 
