Sunday Night Waiver Wire & FAAB Chat

7:31
Jeff Zimmerman: Welcome

7:31
Jeff Zimmerman: Here are the bids in the two 15-team Tout Wars leagues.

7:32
Jeff Zimmerman:

7:32
AL: AL only 5×5 – would you start Bielak 2 step vs TOR & CLE?

7:32
Jeff Zimmerman: I feel his luck might be over. I’m actually dropping him in a few leagues.

7:33
Chris: How do you decide where to play ohtani (dh/sp) in a weekly league?

7:33
Jeff Zimmerman: It comes down to needs but in most instances, I paid for a first-round bat so I need a first-round bat in my lineup.

7:34
Schilling & Pence: Rather take a shot on Abbott or Garrett ROS?

7:34
Jeff Zimmerman: It’s close but I think Garrett based on the home park.

7:34
Guest: any hot streamers this week?

7:34
Jeff Zimmerman: Nope, it’s ugly

7:35
James: Hi Jeff! How would you rank these RPs for saves ROS: Gallegos, Letter Jr., A. Munoz, J. Lawrence

7:35
Jeff Zimmerman: Lawrence, Gallegos, Leiter, Monoz

7:35
Det Pitchers: Who would you rather own right now, Eduardo Rodriguez or Tarik Skubal?

7:35
Jeff Zimmerman: ERod

7:36
Kendall Roy: Carlos Correa was dropped in my 12T. Is he a) worth picking up and if so b) how much faab? Thanks!

7:37
Jeff Zimmerman: Planatar facitiis (sp?) causes so many issues I don’t draft the player. In both cases, I won’t roster them next season unless it is a last round dart.

7:37
Kris Bryant: Out of IL spots. Worth holding in 12T or would you feel comfortable cutting?

7:39
Jeff Zimmerman: As for the questions, I’d min bid Correa. As for Bryant, I think I’d hold but understand the cut

7:39
kuff6: drop Tony Disco or Smyly (both of whom seem to be turning back into pumpkins) for Andy Abbott? Thanks

7:39
Jeff Zimmerman: Smyly for sure

7:39
Insert name here: JP France. Worth a pickup in 12 team mixed HTH points league?

7:39
Jeff Zimmerman: I think he’s more of a streamer

7:40
Jeff: Hi Jeff, for 10 team NL-only–you mentioned Kody Clemens in today’s write-up.  Darick Hall is in AAA rehab so looks like he’ll be back within the week.  Will Hall slot in at 1B?  That was the plan after Hoskins got hurt the first week of the year.  Thanks!

7:40
Jeff Zimmerman: I bet there is some kind of platoon … not sure.

7:40
Pops: Losing starters left and right and dealing with the same brutal wire we all are. What’s the best of this bunch: JP France, Soroka, Kremer, Sears, Gibson, Lively

7:41
Jeff Zimmerman: I like Lively, Kremer, France, Gibson, Sears, Soroka

7:41
Dan G: DJ LeMahieu batted ball profile really isn’t bad, but has had little value so far and looks likely to lose some pt with Donaldson back. Droppable in 12 team if I have Polanco?

7:42
Jeff Zimmerman: If it is between Polanco and DJLM, keep Polanco

7:43
Chris H: Is Sale worth holding in a 12-team OC with two of my bench spots already going to Fairbanks and Fried? Also, ever deal with sour crop in your chickens and any consistent solutions?

7:43
Jeff Zimmerman: I’m holding for more news this week on Sale.

7:44
Jeff Zimmerman: I’ve not had to deal with sour crop.  I think I’ll have to deal with another snake as half my eggs went missing today

7:44
Guest: I’m predicting Gary Sanchez to have a career renaissance in Sam Diego. Who is with me?

7:44
Jeff Zimmerman: Not me

7:45
Jeff Zimmerman:

Is Gary Sanchez going to have a career renaissance in San Diego?

Yes (9.4% | 12 votes)
 
No (90.5% | 115 votes)
 

Total Votes: 127
7:45
Ian: Should I drop either Grandal or Bethancourt for Patrick Bailey? (12 tm roto)

7:45
Jeff Zimmerman: Possibly Gandal … close

7:45
Mark Corrigan: Would you hold B Lowe in 12T? He’s been terrible but still gets a good amount of ABs in a great lineup and has a positive track record.

7:46
Jeff Zimmerman: I keep him as my bench bat to use as an injury replacement.

7:46
Seth: How do you feel about Noda? Seems like he could swing a bit more and really break out (with all the limitations of lineup context and ballpark)

7:47
Jeff Zimmerman: I thought I ranked him pretty high in my WW article. I’m all in since it is not longer a platoon.

7:47
That Hotel Room in Skydome Yes That One: The missing eggs was your neighbor

7:48
Guest: Drop Finnegan for Justin Lawrence? Thx for running as always.

7:48
Jeff Zimmerman: That’s tough … I’d try to hold both. I think this week will tell a lot in both cases.

7:48
A: Someone dropped Mitch Haniger. What percentage would you bid in 12 team obp?

7:50
Jeff Zimmerman: The random drops always cause spending issues.

7:50
Jeff Zimmerman: I have him around the 150th hitter going forward. Around 10%

7:51
Snells Like Teen Spirit: Is Blake Snell a must start @CHC & @COL?  12 team H2H  I guess I’m ultimately asking if you believe in him, thanks.

7:51
Jeff Zimmerman: This could be a ratio killer or it could be 2 easy wins. I’m pretty sure I’m going to roll the dice in at least one league

7:51
RIckey: Picking up Jordan Walker, if it costs me Brandon Marsh or Alex Kirilloff?

7:52
Jeff Zimmerman: Yes, drop either one for Walker

7:52
KCbbq: What to do with Bryce Miller $19 in 12 team AL only 5×5 H2H keeper. Gausman, Joe Ryan, Jon Gray and Wells main SPs with Lynn on the bench. Been offered $6 of FAAB for him . Thinking of benching both Lynn and Miller and wait for matchups.

7:52
Jeff Zimmerman: Just hold for the right matchups

7:53
Fredo: Is Hunter Harvey taking the closer role in WAS? He sure looks the part!

7:53
Jeff Zimmerman: For anyone grinding for Saves, Harvey is just add

7:53
Fredo: Eugenio Suarez missing the power stroke. Odd as he’s usually pretty reliable for 30 bombs. Father time?

7:55
Jeff Zimmerman: It might be … let me look. I haven’t been keeping tabs on him.

7:55
Jeff Zimmerman: I think it’s just aging with the big issue being his groundball rate jumping from 34% to 39%

7:55
Bill Wart: Michael Harris a hold in 13 team mixed? I understand it’s all about who I could replace him with but I’m losing faith in positive value.

7:56
Jeff Zimmerman: Watch to see if he still has the knee brace. I think it’ll need to come off for him to be 100%

7:56
Daskat: Can caballero be a useful bench bat in a deep 15 teamer or is this just a short-term mirage?

7:57
Jeff Zimmerman: I think just a bench bat. It’s tough to find any replacements

7:57
Sean: who would you rather hold between Friedl and Nootbarr in a 15?

7:57
Jeff Zimmerman: Nootbaar

7:58
Chris: In an 8 team 5×5 league would you rather play ohtani at pitcher and lowe at 1b/3b or ohtani at dh and bassitt or giolito at sp?

7:58
Jeff Zimmerman: Ohtani at DH

7:59
kuff6: Scrounging for saves. I have Floro and Gallegos. Do you prefer Lawrence, Harvey, and/or Alzolay to either of them?  Thanks

7:59
Jeff Zimmerman: If only I had written a waiver wire article ranking all three …

8:00
Young Chuck Old Chuck: Good Evening Jeff.  With the Reds seemingly ready to call up Elly, what will happen to Jonathan India?  Trade bait or back-up Red player?

8:00
Jeff Zimmerman: They’ll find room for him to play … I’m not worried

8:00
Young Chuck Old Chuck: What are you thoughts on Jonny Deluca?  Think he can stick on the Dodgers roster ROS?

8:00
Jeff Zimmerman: The team says he’s just going to be a short side platoon bat. Irrelevant

8:01
Mark: What are the main reasons for Ahmed Rosario’s decline this season?

8:01
Jeff Zimmerman: He wasn’t really that good before

8:01
Sam: Skubal or Civale rest of season??

8:01
Jeff Zimmerman: Right now, Civale

8:01
Aekwon: Is it time to drop DeSclafani? 12 team league, 9 P slots, 12 GS/week.

8:01
jimmy meatballz: abbott a must add?

8:02
Jeff Zimmerman: I also hate typing it, but the answer will be it depends on who is the drop and who is the add.

8:02
Shallow League OF: Shallow 12 team obp league. How would you rank Teoscar, Luke Raley and Marcelo Ozuna ROS

8:02
Jeff Zimmerman: Raley

8:03
Bobby: Andrew Abbott worth a pickup for Soroka in a head to head categories league?

8:03
Jeff Zimmerman: yes

8:03
kuff6: Prefer grove or Abbott?

8:03
Jeff Zimmerman: Abbot

8:03
Desperate Housewife: Where would Wesneski land on your ROS pickup list?

8:03
Jeff Zimmerman: Not very high

8:04
Jeff Zimmerman: I’d rank Teheran ahead of him

8:04
Young Chuck Old Chuck: Nolan Jones has been playing well for the Rockies since his call-up.  Do you think he will stick on the Colorado roster (and produce!!) ROS?  Fantasy relevant for NL-only leagues?  Gracias!

8:05
Jeff Zimmerman: We are talking about Colorado so anything is possible. I hope he’ll stick but he could be sent down any day

8:05
Matt: Louie Varland has been terrific . . . the schedule this week is not an easy one with games @ TB & @ TOR. Would you roll with Varland or use Chafin instead in the hopes of protecting ERA & ratio?

8:05
Jeff Zimmerman: I might protect if they are iffy. Bout if you need K’s, it’s time to roll with Varland

8:07
AJ: Thoughts on Reece Olson and grant Anderson in AL only leagues?

8:07
Jeff Zimmerman: Some team should be adding them.

8:07
Lucas: Liam Hendriks is available in my 12 team league. I’m bottom half of the league in saves, will it take half of my remaining ~$600 budget to get him? Pitching back to back’s already is a good sign

8:08
Jeff Zimmerman: No, I bet it’s around $200. Go to the NFBC and look at some historical bids.

8:08
Dan: Sears has had a few strong outings against good offenses. Despite team context, can he be rostered for good matchups and 2 start weeks in 14 team dynasty?

8:09
Jeff Zimmerman: Yes

8:09
G Money: You like Reese Olson as a pick up? He’s on waivers, should I drop Houck for him?

8:10
Jeff Zimmerman: Probably not Houck but just about any other streamer

8:10
Darin Ruf House: Standard: Canning or Singer?

8:10
Jeff Zimmerman: Cannning

8:10
Jim: Thank you for greenlighting the drop of Brandon Belt for Nick Pratto in an AL only about a month ago. Pratto (13, 3, 12, 1, .277) has been a nice upgrade, even though Belt (10, 1, 7, 0, .348) has been a good part timer.

8:11
Jeff Zimmerman: No problem, they were close and still are.

8:11
Bobby: Raley or Siri, who’s the better pickup?

8:11
Jeff Zimmerman: Siri

8:11
Deep Sea League: Thoughts on whether or not to ride the Chas McCormick hot streak?  Deep league but would love to hear your take on him in general.

8:12
Jeff Zimmerman: I just wish someone would get full time at-bats in the HOU outfield, even Julks

8:12
Seanold: 15 team NFBC roto, I’m 8th in the league but standings are pretty tight, leaders only at 101. I’m currently 14th/15th in WHIP/ERA, bottom 3rd in both Ks/Ws. Is it time to punt WHIP/ERA for volume/Ks/Ws? “Aces” are Nola & Lynn

8:13
Jeff Zimmerman: Sure knowing you will probably be maxed out at 95 or so points.

8:14
Dan: Hi Jeff. Picked up Siri and he’s now dtd like half the league. Drop for Nolan Jones or hold on? 12 team category

8:14
Jeff Zimmerman: I’m holding Siri

8:14
Frank: Can Smyly get back on track? Jordan Montgomery?

8:14
Jeff Zimmerman: There is always some time for some Cardinals devil magic.

8:14
Floro for Algernon: Would you drop Floro (maybe a week early, but it has been ugly and Puk on his rehab) to speculate on Ben Joyce ROS?

8:15
Jeff Zimmerman: I wouldn’t speculate on Joyce but possible another closer in waiting.

8:16
Tough Call: Amed Rosario or Brendan Donovan? Both pretty gross but which of these would you rather own?

8:17
Jeff Zimmerman: Donovan for the flexibility

8:17
JimJam: Bid% to have a shot at L. Urias (MIL). 15 teams.

8:17
Jeff Zimmerman: 10% to 15%

8:17
KCbbq: Drop Lynn $21 in 12 team AL only 5×5 H2H keeper or bench and stream against the sisters of the poor? My SPs are Gausman, Joe Ryan, Wells, Jon Gray, Bryce Miller. Waiver options are Lynch, Reese Olson, Mike Mayers or middle relief.

8:18
Jeff Zimmerman: Hold and bench Lynn

8:18
CS: deep NL only league, H+S, thoughts on Smith-Shawver, will he at least stay up?

8:18
Jeff Zimmerman: Min bid … I’m not interested

8:18
Elmeg: On the waiver grid you shared at the outset, Taillon went for $25…. Strong belief in him turning things around with that one great start?

8:19
Jeff Zimmerman: I don’t have a ton of faith but there aren’t many options

8:19
Greg: Would you be all in on Liam Hendricks in a 15 team NFBC? How soon you would guess he gets the closer role back?

8:20
Jeff Zimmerman: Probably not, but I’d have a decent bid.

8:20
gadawg57: Time to bail on Tellez or Bell?

8:21
Jeff Zimmerman: Bell for sure

8:21
Bobby: Is Smith-Shawver going to be the 2023 version of Strider?

8:21
Jeff Zimmerman: There has never been a Strider before and the odds are there won’t be one again.

8:21
Guest: 10 team points league. Are you OK with dropping Manoah at this point? Braxton Garrett is out there, Ben Lively as well.

8:21
Jeff Zimmerman: For sure

8:21
HappyFunBall: Is Outman fully a pumpkin now? Or is he gonna pull out of this?

8:22
Jeff Zimmerman: It’s pretty rough

8:22
Tyler: Triston MacKenzie is back so Patrick Sandoval is the drop over Berrios and France, right?

8:22
Jeff Zimmerman: Yes

8:22
jsloe: Any thoughts on Barria? He is almost never mentioned.

8:23
Jeff Zimmerman: It seems like I missed him in my ranks. I actually do like him and he should probably be rostered in all 15-team leagues.

8:24
Closer: Going to put a min bid on one of Andres Munoz and Jose Alvarado tonight. Which one has the best chance at saves ROS? Thanks!

8:24
Jeff Zimmerman: Alvardo

8:25
Jeff Zimmerman: That’s it for this evening. Make sure to go over your bids for mistakes.





Jeff, one of the authors of the fantasy baseball guide,The Process, writes for RotoGraphs, The Hardball Times, Rotowire, Baseball America, and BaseballHQ. He has been nominated for two SABR Analytics Research Award for Contemporary Analysis and won it in 2013 in tandem with Bill Petti. He has won four FSWA Awards including on for his Mining the News series. He's won Tout Wars three times, LABR twice, and got his first NFBC Main Event win in 2021. Follow him on Twitter @jeffwzimmerman.

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