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ayaghmour2 · 09-24-2018, 05:11 PM

Had a scare with my laptop today. I needed it for class but it wouldn't turn on. Thought it was dead so I charged it, but still nothing. Had to take out the battery and everything seems fine so far.

Back to baseball!

July 14th, 2030: The All-Star Break starts today, with the game tomorrow. I really want Esteban Aguirre, but I also really don't want to give up way too much to get him. I found a deal I liked, sending Devon Peterson, Sam Stewart, Jorge Tapia, and Omari Tetteh to the Reds for Aguirre and RF Alfredo Rosales.

Blockbuster!

I'm already working on a huge extension for him, but he's asking for over $50 million a year. Sadly, it might be worth it...

Let's examine the 26-year-old lefty a little bit: He's rated 100/70/71 with pitches of 68/83/100/86. He's a durable groundball pitcher who throws 94-96 over the top with 77 stamina. The 4-Time All-Star is 48-35 with a 3.17 ERA and 1.07 WHIP in 152 career starts. He's struck out 865 and walked 272 in 868 innings pitched. The last three seasons he's been absolutely dominate, with WHIP's below 1 and ERA's below 3.20 (2.59 and 2.51 in 2028 and 2029). He's struck out 200 or more the past two years and is alreaedy at 181. It really doesn't get better then Aguirre when it comes to pitchers.

I don't know how I was able to add Rosales and not some of their 2.5* prospects, but I won't complaing. Rosales is a 4.5* potential despite not being the best defender. He's got elite power, plus-plus contact, a plus eye, and he almost never strikes out. The 20-year-old lefty is having a great year at AA and is great in the clubhouse. He's currently our 15th ranked prospect, but he's definitely due a bump. OSA doesn't like him, but OSA is stupid so...

I now have two 26-year-old studs in the rotation with Aguirre and Erbakan. And I actually have some money to spend as well... Well, that is before I sign Aguirre...

Please, please win the World Series and make a lot of money!

July 15th, 2030: We remain 2nd in the Power Rankings. At 57-39, we have a 1 game lead over the Mets.

Four trades happened for the All-Star game!

Arizona acquired LHP Alpha Quivers from the Padres for LHP Josh Grosch, RF Steve Denny, and RF Mike Karlic. I really like this deal for the Diamondbacks, although it's better then the compensation pick they'd recieve for ex-Marlin.

The Yankees acquired SS Anthony Servideo from the Doves for LHP Esteban Nieves. It's a decent swap.

The Doves' crosstown buddies, the Red Sox, acquired RHP Sang-kuk Joung and RHP Josh Wellnitz from the Royals for C Andy Keathley. I really like this deal for the Bo Sox.

Finally, the Expos acquired LHP Eric Beachum from the Braes for RHP Alvaro Seijas. I like this deal for the Expos.

Cubs starter Jorge Flores was supposed to start the All-Star game, but instead reliever C.J. LaFever (7-1, 2.15 ERA, 1.05 WHIP) got the ball against Twins starter Jeremy Hunek (7-5, 4.13 ERA, 1.31 WHIP). I have never seen a weirder matchup, but LaFever becomes my first pitcher to start an All-Star Game (the recently traded Peterson was supposed to start a few years ago, but he pitched too soon to make the start). Juan Ramriez hit cleanup and payed LF in a star studded NL lineup (Three 5*, Five 4.5*, and one 3.5*). The AL won the slugfest 11-5 at the Oakland Coliseum.

LaFever was sharp, an inning with a strikeout. Flores ended up pitching the 4th inning. Chad Scoles did not pitch. Ramirez was 0-for-1 with a walk.

Red Sox C Jake Herbert was named MVP. He was 2-for-3 with a grand slam. Herbert is

July 16th, 2030: A pair of trades were made on the last day without baseball.

Former Marlin C Jake Taylor went to the White Sox from the Padres for RHP Sergio Vaca and RHP Chris Medina. I really like this deal for the Whtie Sox.

The Red Sox grabbed RHP Karl Kauffman and RHP Ayden Numa from the Rays for RHP Josh Gordainer and RHP Eric Maness. It's a fair deal, but the Red Sox got the edge.

The Cardinals come to town for three as we start Round 2! Bobby Stiles (3-1, 2.51 ERA), Nate Schneider (9-4, 5.20 ERA), and Andy Forst (1-6, 4.52 ERA) are the projected starters, but this could change with the 3 days off.

July 17th, 2030: I added both LF Chi-yong Kym and SS Rogelio Maldonado to the active roster to fill up the 2 open spots.

C.J. Jorgensen (8-5, 3.19 ERA, 1.14 WHIP) opened the second half against Nate Schneider (9-4, 5.20 ERA, 1.59 WHIP) as we welcomed the Cardinals into town. They got the upper hand in the opener, and edged us 4-3.

Jorgensen went 5.2 with 6 hits, 4 runs, 2 walks, and 3 strikeouts. Jamie Priest tossed 2 innings with a hit and 3 strikeouts.

Noah Smith was 2-for-4 with an RBI. Juan Simental was 2-for-5. Maldonado was 1-for-3 with a walk, double, and run scored. Sergio Tello had a pinch hit solo homer in the 9th. Jackson Miller was 1-for-4 with a double and run scored.

GCL Marlins 3B Zach Pontius was 5-for-5 in a 10-2 win over the GCL Orioles.

Also, I took a week off the Prospect Watch, I'll pick back up next week. There weren't really any games going on with the All-Star breaks anyways.

July 18th, 2030: We looked to even the series back up with Steve Paustian (7-8, 4.02 ERA, 1.33 WHIP) facing Andy Frost (1-6, 4.52 ERA, 1.44 WHIP). We got the better of them today, and topped the visitors 5-3.

Paustian went 5.1 innings with 6 hits, 2 runs, a walk, and 7 strikeouts. Luis Alcantra got the win, 0.2 innings with a walk and 2 strikeouts. Juan Toribio and C.J. LaFever got holds and Scoles picked up a save. LaFever allowed a hit and run in his inning of work.

Jackson Miller was 2-for-3 with a run scored, RBI, and walk. Noah Smith was 1-for-3 with 2 runs, an RBI, 2 walks, and a steal. Mac Horvath was 1-for-2 with a walk. Juan Simental was 1-for-2 with a run scored, RBI, and 2 walks. Rogelio Maldonado was 1-for-3 with a walk and RBI. Sergio Tello was 1-for-4 with a run scored.

Tigers LF Johan Sala was 5-for-5 in a 7-5 loss to the Angels.

July 19th, 2030: We looked to win the series with Livion Manzano (8-7, 3.62 ERA, 1.13 WHIP) facing the new Marlin, future Hall of Famer Esteban Aguirre (6-6, 3.19 ERA, 0.94 WHIP). He was dominate, and we really need it, as we edged the Cards 1-0 to win the rubber match.

Aguirre was everything we expected, 6 shutout innings with 5 hits and 12 strikeouts. Luis Alcantra, LeFever, and Ken Adeniran earned holds and Chad Scoles recorded the save. They combined for 3 innings with 3 hits and 2 strikeouts.

We only had 3 hits as a team. Ernie Frye was 1-for-4 with an RBI and steal. Fernando Tatis Jr. was 1-for-3. Sergio Tello had a pinch hit single in the 8th.

We get tomorrow off, and will head to Arizona for three with the Diamondbacks!

09-24-2018, 05:11 PM	#445
ayaghmour2 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Mar 2018 Posts: 3,055	July 14th-July 19th Had a scare with my laptop today. I needed it for class but it wouldn't turn on. Thought it was dead so I charged it, but still nothing. Had to take out the battery and everything seems fine so far. Back to baseball! July 14th, 2030: The All-Star Break starts today, with the game tomorrow. I really want Esteban Aguirre, but I also really don't want to give up way too much to get him. I found a deal I liked, sending Devon Peterson, Sam Stewart, Jorge Tapia, and Omari Tetteh to the Reds for Aguirre and RF Alfredo Rosales. Blockbuster! I'm already working on a huge extension for him, but he's asking for over $50 million a year. Sadly, it might be worth it... Let's examine the 26-year-old lefty a little bit: He's rated 100/70/71 with pitches of 68/83/100/86. He's a durable groundball pitcher who throws 94-96 over the top with 77 stamina. The 4-Time All-Star is 48-35 with a 3.17 ERA and 1.07 WHIP in 152 career starts. He's struck out 865 and walked 272 in 868 innings pitched. The last three seasons he's been absolutely dominate, with WHIP's below 1 and ERA's below 3.20 (2.59 and 2.51 in 2028 and 2029). He's struck out 200 or more the past two years and is alreaedy at 181. It really doesn't get better then Aguirre when it comes to pitchers. I don't know how I was able to add Rosales and not some of their 2.5* prospects, but I won't complaing. Rosales is a 4.5* potential despite not being the best defender. He's got elite power, plus-plus contact, a plus eye, and he almost never strikes out. The 20-year-old lefty is having a great year at AA and is great in the clubhouse. He's currently our 15th ranked prospect, but he's definitely due a bump. OSA doesn't like him, but OSA is stupid so... I now have two 26-year-old studs in the rotation with Aguirre and Erbakan. And I actually have some money to spend as well... Well, that is before I sign Aguirre... Please, please win the World Series and make a lot of money! July 15th, 2030: We remain 2nd in the Power Rankings. At 57-39, we have a 1 game lead over the Mets. Four trades happened for the All-Star game! Arizona acquired LHP Alpha Quivers from the Padres for LHP Josh Grosch, RF Steve Denny, and RF Mike Karlic. I really like this deal for the Diamondbacks, although it's better then the compensation pick they'd recieve for ex-Marlin. The Yankees acquired SS Anthony Servideo from the Doves for LHP Esteban Nieves. It's a decent swap. The Doves' crosstown buddies, the Red Sox, acquired RHP Sang-kuk Joung and RHP Josh Wellnitz from the Royals for C Andy Keathley. I really like this deal for the Bo Sox. Finally, the Expos acquired LHP Eric Beachum from the Braes for RHP Alvaro Seijas. I like this deal for the Expos. Cubs starter Jorge Flores was supposed to start the All-Star game, but instead reliever C.J. LaFever (7-1, 2.15 ERA, 1.05 WHIP) got the ball against Twins starter Jeremy Hunek (7-5, 4.13 ERA, 1.31 WHIP). I have never seen a weirder matchup, but LaFever becomes my first pitcher to start an All-Star Game (the recently traded Peterson was supposed to start a few years ago, but he pitched too soon to make the start). Juan Ramriez hit cleanup and payed LF in a star studded NL lineup (Three 5, Five 4.5, and one 3.5*). The AL won the slugfest 11-5 at the Oakland Coliseum. LaFever was sharp, an inning with a strikeout. Flores ended up pitching the 4th inning. Chad Scoles did not pitch. Ramirez was 0-for-1 with a walk. Red Sox C Jake Herbert was named MVP. He was 2-for-3 with a grand slam. Herbert is July 16th, 2030: A pair of trades were made on the last day without baseball. Former Marlin C Jake Taylor went to the White Sox from the Padres for RHP Sergio Vaca and RHP Chris Medina. I really like this deal for the Whtie Sox. The Red Sox grabbed RHP Karl Kauffman and RHP Ayden Numa from the Rays for RHP Josh Gordainer and RHP Eric Maness. It's a fair deal, but the Red Sox got the edge. The Cardinals come to town for three as we start Round 2! Bobby Stiles (3-1, 2.51 ERA), Nate Schneider (9-4, 5.20 ERA), and Andy Forst (1-6, 4.52 ERA) are the projected starters, but this could change with the 3 days off. July 17th, 2030: I added both LF Chi-yong Kym and SS Rogelio Maldonado to the active roster to fill up the 2 open spots. C.J. Jorgensen (8-5, 3.19 ERA, 1.14 WHIP) opened the second half against Nate Schneider (9-4, 5.20 ERA, 1.59 WHIP) as we welcomed the Cardinals into town. They got the upper hand in the opener, and edged us 4-3. Jorgensen went 5.2 with 6 hits, 4 runs, 2 walks, and 3 strikeouts. Jamie Priest tossed 2 innings with a hit and 3 strikeouts. Noah Smith was 2-for-4 with an RBI. Juan Simental was 2-for-5. Maldonado was 1-for-3 with a walk, double, and run scored. Sergio Tello had a pinch hit solo homer in the 9th. Jackson Miller was 1-for-4 with a double and run scored. GCL Marlins 3B Zach Pontius was 5-for-5 in a 10-2 win over the GCL Orioles. Also, I took a week off the Prospect Watch, I'll pick back up next week. There weren't really any games going on with the All-Star breaks anyways. July 18th, 2030: We looked to even the series back up with Steve Paustian (7-8, 4.02 ERA, 1.33 WHIP) facing Andy Frost (1-6, 4.52 ERA, 1.44 WHIP). We got the better of them today, and topped the visitors 5-3. Paustian went 5.1 innings with 6 hits, 2 runs, a walk, and 7 strikeouts. Luis Alcantra got the win, 0.2 innings with a walk and 2 strikeouts. Juan Toribio and C.J. LaFever got holds and Scoles picked up a save. LaFever allowed a hit and run in his inning of work. Jackson Miller was 2-for-3 with a run scored, RBI, and walk. Noah Smith was 1-for-3 with 2 runs, an RBI, 2 walks, and a steal. Mac Horvath was 1-for-2 with a walk. Juan Simental was 1-for-2 with a run scored, RBI, and 2 walks. Rogelio Maldonado was 1-for-3 with a walk and RBI. Sergio Tello was 1-for-4 with a run scored. Tigers LF Johan Sala was 5-for-5 in a 7-5 loss to the Angels. July 19th, 2030: We looked to win the series with Livion Manzano (8-7, 3.62 ERA, 1.13 WHIP) facing the new Marlin, future Hall of Famer Esteban Aguirre (6-6, 3.19 ERA, 0.94 WHIP). He was dominate, and we really need it, as we edged the Cards 1-0 to win the rubber match. Aguirre was everything we expected, 6 shutout innings with 5 hits and 12 strikeouts. Luis Alcantra, LeFever, and Ken Adeniran earned holds and Chad Scoles recorded the save. They combined for 3 innings with 3 hits and 2 strikeouts. We only had 3 hits as a team. Ernie Frye was 1-for-4 with an RBI and steal. Fernando Tatis Jr. was 1-for-3. Sergio Tello had a pinch hit single in the 8th. We get tomorrow off, and will head to Arizona for three with the Diamondbacks!