Today’s author of the Roto Riteup had admittedly been out of the MLB loop due to preparations for the sexy time that is the NFL season.
On today’s agenda:
1. James Paxton, Carlos Triunfel get the call
2. Kyle Drabek gets the call
3. Miguel Cabrera, Carlos Gonzalez, and Yadier Molina all return
Welcome to September Prospect Watch, where we look at prospect types who could see big league playing time after rosters expand.
Cleveland Indians
RP Chen Lee
Lee isn’t a future closer for the Indians — that title goes to Cody Allen — but the right-hander has the ability to dominate same-handed batters with his deceptive delivery and sinker/slider combination. Lee should see action in September, and he should be able to rack up some Ks if used correctly.
Welcome to September Prospect Watch, where we look at prospect types who could see big league playing time after rosters expand.
Milwaukee Brewers
The Brewers don’t have a whole lot in the way of MLB ready talent, and they’ve already called up Khristopher Davis and given him ample playing time in the majors. Another option for September would be starter Jimmy Nelson, but he’s neither a big time prospect nor a starter who’s going to perform well out of the gates.
Today’s Roto Riteup is what is it, and wishes you wouldn’t try to change it.
On today’s agenda:
1. Phil Hughes could be done as a Yankees’ starter
2. Brett Anderson gets activated
3. Dan Uggla returns
4. Fun with arbitrary endpoints
Welcome to September Prospect Watch, where we look at prospect types who could see big league playing time after rosters expand.
Los Angeles Angels
3B Luis Jimenez
Jimenez isn’t a stud, but he may be the future at third for the Angels. Jimenez has had trouble staying healthy this year, otherwise he’d probably already be in the bigs. Jimenez is a contact specialist of sorts, but he has some power and could provide double-digit homers over a full season.
Welcome to September Prospect Watch, where we look at prospect types who could see big league playing time after rosters expand.
Arizona Diamondbacks
RP Kevin Munson
Munson has a nice sinker and slider, and he should be able to perform well as soon as he comes up. Munson’s sinker sits low-90s and can touch 95, and his slider can be a legitimate out pitch. Munson may have troubles against left-handed hitters, but he can serve in middle relief for the duration of his career.
Today’s Roto Riteup is drenched in sweat and erect in anticipation.
On today’s agenda:
1. Matt Harvey’s UCL is torn, may need TJ
2. Aaron Harang DFA’d
3. Bartolo Colon may be back on Thursday
With the Phillies in need of a starter in wake of Saturday’s 18 inning affair against the Diamondbacks, the team turned to Roy Halladay. The former Cy Young Award winner was supposed to start in Double-A on Sunday in a more traditional rehab appearance, but the Phillies were desperate and moved up Halladay’s timetable by a week or two.
Today’s Roto Riteup welcomes readers into the last week of August.
On today’s agenda:
1. Roy Halladay returns, looks mediocre
2. Howie Kendrick still hurt, progressing slowly
3. Some Facts about Eric Stults
4. Dustin Ackley’s on fire
Today’s Roto Riteup was written just hours after its author viewed The Raven, which is a surprisingly watchable movie.