The Phenom's Top 5 Fantasy Thirdbasemen for 2011
1. David Wright/ NYM: Ok, Wright had one bad year a few years ago. Besides that, he's been as consistent as anyone at 3B. He IS the top fantasy 3B for 2011!
Projected 2011 Stats: .309 avg., 28 hr's, 105 rbi, 93 runs, 25 sb's
2. Evan Longoria/ TB: Longoria is not far behind Wright. In fact, he could become the #1 fantasy 3B with another outstanding season in 2011.
Projected 2011 Stats: .292 avg., 27 hr's, 107 rbi, 97 runs, 13 sb's
3. Alex Rodriguez/ NYY: A-Rod is...A-Rod. When he is healthy, he's still the #1 3B in the fantasy ranks. However, he hasn't been healthy for an entire season for a few years now.
Projected 2011 Stats: .284 avg., 33 hr's, 108 rbi, 89 runs, 12 sb's
4. Ryan Zimmerman/ WAS: Zimmerman could be the next Wright/ Longoria-type 3B. This could be a break-out year.
Projected 2011 Stats: .290 avg., 28 hr's, 95 rbi, 95 runs, 3 sb's
5. Casey McGehee/ MIL: McGehee had a solid season in 2010, and I expect more of the same in 2011.
Projected 2011 Stats: .291 avg., 25 hr's, 92 rbi, 78 runs, 2 sb's
2011 3B Draft Strategy: Yes, you may spend a first-round pick on a 3B. However, it may only be used for David Wright or Evan Longoria. 3B is not a deep position, but it has become deeper over the last few years. A-Rod is a risk due to the injuries over the last few years. Adrian Beltre is a high-risk pick due to his inconsistency throughout his career. Mark Reynolds is a strikeout machine and should only be used as a back-up 3B/UTIL/DH on your roster. Aramis Ramirez needs to be healthy in 2011 to provide any sort of value. Pablo Sandoval should bounce back after a disappointing 2010 season. Jose Bautista hit 54 hr's in 2010, but that was his first season with more than 16 hr's. Bautista's career avg. is .244. Be careful with Bautista, and do not spend an early pick on him. I think you can spend an early pick (3rd-5th round) on guys like Zimmerman, McGehee, and A-Rod. If you are dead-set on getting a Tier 1 thirdbasemen, then you better get Wright or Longoria in the first round. Beyond those two guys, there are no guarantees at 3B in 2011. Here's another little piece of advice regarding 3B. If you wait too long and miss out on any of the guys I mentioned above, you better get two 3B's that can play other positions as well. For example, Ian Stewart (3B/2B), Neil Walker (2B/3B), Miguel Tejada (SS/3B), Martin Prado (3B/2B), Michael Cuddyer (1B/3B/OF), Juan Uribe (2B,3B, SS) and Omar Infante (2B,SS,3B,OF), are guys that can play several positions. Get two of these guys if you miss out on the top 3B's available, but wait until the end of the draft to do so. These multi-position players will be around in the later rounds...trust me!
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Sunday, February 27, 2011
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
The Phenom's Top 5 Fantasy Shortstops for 2011
The Phenom's Top 5 Fantasy Shortstops for 2011
1. Troy Tulowitzki/ COL: Tulo did more than all other MLB shortstops and played in just 122 games in 2010. I expect big things from Tulo in 2011.
Projected 2011 Stats: .311 avg., 36 hr's, 108 rbi, 107 runs, 21 sb's
2. Hanley Ramirez/ FLA: Ramirez is a five-tool player and a definite first round selection in all formats.
Projected 2011 Stats: .315 avg., 26 hr's, 79 rbi, 110 runs, 34 sb's
3. Jose Reyes/ NYM: Reyes' strength comes in the form of speed, which results in more runs scored, more infield singles, and more stolen bases.
Projected 2011 Stats: .286 avg., 13 hr's, 63 rbi, 111 runs, 58 sb's
4. Alexei Ramirez/ CWS: Alexei is a very balanced, tier 2 shortstop. He may have a break-out season in 2011.
Projected 2011 Stats: .284 avg., 20 hr's, 75 rbi, 82 runs, 15 sb's
5. Elvis Andrus/ TEX: Andrus is a great, young, star-in-the-making, but I need to see more. I believe he will have a solid season in '11.
Projected 2011 Stats: .277 avg., 4 hr's, 47 rbi, 94 runs, 36 sb's
2011 Shortstop Draft Strategy: It is very clear that there are two top fantasy players at the shortstop position, Troy Tulowitzki and Hanley Ramirez. These guys should be first round selections in all formats. If you have the opportunity to get one of these two phenoms, you must take advantage of it. The difference between these two and the rest of the shortstops is a very wide gap. Tulo and Hanley are tier 1 shortstops and tier 2 is comprised of Reyes, Andrus, Alexei Ramirez, Jimmy Rollins, Derek Jeter, and Stephen Drew. Your draft strategy for the shortstop position is very simple based on the lack of depth at the position. You either get Tulo or Hanley in the first round; select Reyes, Andrus, or Alexei Ramirez in the 4th-6th round range; or acquire Rollins, Jeter, or Drew, in the middle rounds. Once you get past those 8, there's not much left for you to choose from. If you miss out on Tulo or Hanley Ramirez, go ahead and forget about your shortstop position until the middle rounds.
1. Troy Tulowitzki/ COL: Tulo did more than all other MLB shortstops and played in just 122 games in 2010. I expect big things from Tulo in 2011.
Projected 2011 Stats: .311 avg., 36 hr's, 108 rbi, 107 runs, 21 sb's
2. Hanley Ramirez/ FLA: Ramirez is a five-tool player and a definite first round selection in all formats.
Projected 2011 Stats: .315 avg., 26 hr's, 79 rbi, 110 runs, 34 sb's
3. Jose Reyes/ NYM: Reyes' strength comes in the form of speed, which results in more runs scored, more infield singles, and more stolen bases.
Projected 2011 Stats: .286 avg., 13 hr's, 63 rbi, 111 runs, 58 sb's
4. Alexei Ramirez/ CWS: Alexei is a very balanced, tier 2 shortstop. He may have a break-out season in 2011.
Projected 2011 Stats: .284 avg., 20 hr's, 75 rbi, 82 runs, 15 sb's
5. Elvis Andrus/ TEX: Andrus is a great, young, star-in-the-making, but I need to see more. I believe he will have a solid season in '11.
Projected 2011 Stats: .277 avg., 4 hr's, 47 rbi, 94 runs, 36 sb's
2011 Shortstop Draft Strategy: It is very clear that there are two top fantasy players at the shortstop position, Troy Tulowitzki and Hanley Ramirez. These guys should be first round selections in all formats. If you have the opportunity to get one of these two phenoms, you must take advantage of it. The difference between these two and the rest of the shortstops is a very wide gap. Tulo and Hanley are tier 1 shortstops and tier 2 is comprised of Reyes, Andrus, Alexei Ramirez, Jimmy Rollins, Derek Jeter, and Stephen Drew. Your draft strategy for the shortstop position is very simple based on the lack of depth at the position. You either get Tulo or Hanley in the first round; select Reyes, Andrus, or Alexei Ramirez in the 4th-6th round range; or acquire Rollins, Jeter, or Drew, in the middle rounds. Once you get past those 8, there's not much left for you to choose from. If you miss out on Tulo or Hanley Ramirez, go ahead and forget about your shortstop position until the middle rounds.
Saturday, February 19, 2011
The Phenom's Top 5 Fantasy Secondbasemen for 2011
The Phenom's Top 5 Fantasy Secondbasemen for 2011
1. Robinson Cano/ NYY: Cano started off like a house on fire in 2010 and then cooled down towards the end of the season. However, he is pretty steady from year to year.
Projected 2011 Stats: .315 avg., 26 hr's, 101 rbi, 102 runs, 4 sb's
2. Chase Utley/ PHI: Utley spent most of the 2010 season injured, but he's still one of the best fantasy options at 2B.
Projected 2011 Stats: .289 avg., 27 hr's, 96 rbi, 109 runs, 16 sb's
3. Rickie Weeks/ MIL: Weeks produced 29 hr's, 89 rbi, and scored 112 runs in 2010. I think he'll do most of the same in 2011.
Projected 2011 Stats: .280 avg., 24 hr's, 82 rbi, 105 runs, 17 sb's
4. Dan Uggla/ ATL: What a great pick up by the Braves. Uggla has averaged 31 hr's per season throughout his 5-year career.
Projected 2011 Stats: .273 avg., 32 hr's, 97 rbi, 98 runs, 3 sb's
5. Brandon Phillips/ CIN: I think Phillips has all the tools to become a top fantasy producer at 2B, but I need to see more consistency year over year.
Projected 2011 Stats: .275 avg., 21 hr's, 84 rbi, 93 runs, 24 sb's
2011 Secondbase Draft Strategy: The safe bets at 2B are obviously Cano and Utley. You really can't go wrong there, unless they get injured, which happened to Utley in 2010. You will notice that Ian Kinsler and Dustin Pedroia did not make the top list. First of all, Kinsler can never finish an entire season. If he does, he could be a top 5 fantasy option at 2B. Secondly, Pedroia is probably the best all-around 2B in the MLB. However, his prowess at the position does not translate well in the fantasy ranks. Pedroia is a solid pick, but I would not waste a high pick on him. In fact, even the top few 2B prospects like Cano and Utley should not be selected too early. I know that it isn't a very deep position, but you also have to take into account that none of these guys will eclipse 30+ hr's and 100 rbi. You don't really have any speedsters in this group either. Weeks and Phillips could steal 20+ bases, but that isn't enough to justify a higher selection in the draft. Be very cautious when selecting your 2B. On one hand, you do not want to miss out on any of the top 7 or so players because there isn't much more after that. On the other hand, you don't want to use a top pick on any 2B in 2011. If you miss out on Cano or Utley, go ahead and try for Weeks, Uggla, Phillips, Pedroia, or Kinsler in the middle rounds if you can wait that long. If there is a run on 2B's during your draft, you better make sure you get one of the top 7 players at this position. Otherwise, you'll end up with limited options at the position.
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1. Robinson Cano/ NYY: Cano started off like a house on fire in 2010 and then cooled down towards the end of the season. However, he is pretty steady from year to year.
Projected 2011 Stats: .315 avg., 26 hr's, 101 rbi, 102 runs, 4 sb's
2. Chase Utley/ PHI: Utley spent most of the 2010 season injured, but he's still one of the best fantasy options at 2B.
Projected 2011 Stats: .289 avg., 27 hr's, 96 rbi, 109 runs, 16 sb's
3. Rickie Weeks/ MIL: Weeks produced 29 hr's, 89 rbi, and scored 112 runs in 2010. I think he'll do most of the same in 2011.
Projected 2011 Stats: .280 avg., 24 hr's, 82 rbi, 105 runs, 17 sb's
4. Dan Uggla/ ATL: What a great pick up by the Braves. Uggla has averaged 31 hr's per season throughout his 5-year career.
Projected 2011 Stats: .273 avg., 32 hr's, 97 rbi, 98 runs, 3 sb's
5. Brandon Phillips/ CIN: I think Phillips has all the tools to become a top fantasy producer at 2B, but I need to see more consistency year over year.
Projected 2011 Stats: .275 avg., 21 hr's, 84 rbi, 93 runs, 24 sb's
2011 Secondbase Draft Strategy: The safe bets at 2B are obviously Cano and Utley. You really can't go wrong there, unless they get injured, which happened to Utley in 2010. You will notice that Ian Kinsler and Dustin Pedroia did not make the top list. First of all, Kinsler can never finish an entire season. If he does, he could be a top 5 fantasy option at 2B. Secondly, Pedroia is probably the best all-around 2B in the MLB. However, his prowess at the position does not translate well in the fantasy ranks. Pedroia is a solid pick, but I would not waste a high pick on him. In fact, even the top few 2B prospects like Cano and Utley should not be selected too early. I know that it isn't a very deep position, but you also have to take into account that none of these guys will eclipse 30+ hr's and 100 rbi. You don't really have any speedsters in this group either. Weeks and Phillips could steal 20+ bases, but that isn't enough to justify a higher selection in the draft. Be very cautious when selecting your 2B. On one hand, you do not want to miss out on any of the top 7 or so players because there isn't much more after that. On the other hand, you don't want to use a top pick on any 2B in 2011. If you miss out on Cano or Utley, go ahead and try for Weeks, Uggla, Phillips, Pedroia, or Kinsler in the middle rounds if you can wait that long. If there is a run on 2B's during your draft, you better make sure you get one of the top 7 players at this position. Otherwise, you'll end up with limited options at the position.
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Thursday, February 17, 2011
The Phenom's Top 5 Fantasy Firstbasemen for 2011
The Phenom's Top 5 Fantasy Firstbasemen for 2011
1. Albert Pujols/ STL: This might be Pujols' last season as a Cardinal and he may want to go out with a bang. The indecisive nature of the Cardinals' management tells us that they have doubts about Pujols' future. Well, I don't! Pujols will be huge in 2011!
Projected 2011 Stats: .331 avg., 42 hr's, 123 rbi, 113 runs, 12 sb's
2. Ryan Howard/ PHI: Howard played through some injuries in 2010 and missed more games than ever before. When he's healthy, he's one of the top fantasy players in the MLB.
Projected 2011 Stats: .278 avg., 43 hr's, 125 rbi, 96 runs, 3 sb's
3. Miguel Cabrera/ DET: Cabrera is about as consistent as any player in the MLB. More importantly, he stays healthy and rarely misses any games.
Projected 2011 Stats: .325 avg., 36 hr's, 118 rbi, 104 runs, 3 sb's
4. Mark Teixeira/ NYY: Fully-capable of being an overall top 5 fantasy player, Teixeira has not produced at the level he has in the past. That being said, he's good for 30+ hr's and 100+ rbi.
Projected 2011 Stats: .284 avg., 35 hr's, 108 rbi, 106 runs, 2 sb's
5. Joey Votto/ CIN: Votto just might move up this list in 2011, but I need to see more of what he did in 2010.
Projected 2011 Stats: .318 avg., 32 hr's, 104 rbi, 102 runs, 12 sb's
2011 Firstbase Draft Strategy: Firstbase is, by far, the deepest individual position in fantasy baseball. It would be great to get one of the aforementioned top 5 firstbasemen, but it won't kill your season if you don't. In fact, there is great value in the second tier of 1B's, which would include guys like Fielder, Adrian Gonzalez, Kevin Youkilis, Adam Dunn, Kendry Morales, and Justin Morneau. What's even better is that these guys can be had in the early to middle rounds. However, if you have the chance to get Pujols...you absolutely take him. That means that if you have the #1 overall pick, you MUST take Pujols. Howard and Cabrera are absolute first round picks, along with Pujols. Teixeira and Votto could be late first round picks, but might slip to the second round. You will get a shot at a good 1B and there's not much of a difference between Teixeira/ Votto and Fielder/ A. Gonzalez. Therefore, I suggest that you get a good 1B in the first few rounds. Otherwise, your opponents might stock up on 1B's with intentions of using the extras as UTIL or DH, in which case you would miss out on a guaranteed 30+ hr, 100+ rbi fantasy player.
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1. Albert Pujols/ STL: This might be Pujols' last season as a Cardinal and he may want to go out with a bang. The indecisive nature of the Cardinals' management tells us that they have doubts about Pujols' future. Well, I don't! Pujols will be huge in 2011!
Projected 2011 Stats: .331 avg., 42 hr's, 123 rbi, 113 runs, 12 sb's
2. Ryan Howard/ PHI: Howard played through some injuries in 2010 and missed more games than ever before. When he's healthy, he's one of the top fantasy players in the MLB.
Projected 2011 Stats: .278 avg., 43 hr's, 125 rbi, 96 runs, 3 sb's
3. Miguel Cabrera/ DET: Cabrera is about as consistent as any player in the MLB. More importantly, he stays healthy and rarely misses any games.
Projected 2011 Stats: .325 avg., 36 hr's, 118 rbi, 104 runs, 3 sb's
4. Mark Teixeira/ NYY: Fully-capable of being an overall top 5 fantasy player, Teixeira has not produced at the level he has in the past. That being said, he's good for 30+ hr's and 100+ rbi.
Projected 2011 Stats: .284 avg., 35 hr's, 108 rbi, 106 runs, 2 sb's
5. Joey Votto/ CIN: Votto just might move up this list in 2011, but I need to see more of what he did in 2010.
Projected 2011 Stats: .318 avg., 32 hr's, 104 rbi, 102 runs, 12 sb's
2011 Firstbase Draft Strategy: Firstbase is, by far, the deepest individual position in fantasy baseball. It would be great to get one of the aforementioned top 5 firstbasemen, but it won't kill your season if you don't. In fact, there is great value in the second tier of 1B's, which would include guys like Fielder, Adrian Gonzalez, Kevin Youkilis, Adam Dunn, Kendry Morales, and Justin Morneau. What's even better is that these guys can be had in the early to middle rounds. However, if you have the chance to get Pujols...you absolutely take him. That means that if you have the #1 overall pick, you MUST take Pujols. Howard and Cabrera are absolute first round picks, along with Pujols. Teixeira and Votto could be late first round picks, but might slip to the second round. You will get a shot at a good 1B and there's not much of a difference between Teixeira/ Votto and Fielder/ A. Gonzalez. Therefore, I suggest that you get a good 1B in the first few rounds. Otherwise, your opponents might stock up on 1B's with intentions of using the extras as UTIL or DH, in which case you would miss out on a guaranteed 30+ hr, 100+ rbi fantasy player.
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Tuesday, February 15, 2011
The Phenom's Top 10 Fantasy MLB Starting Pitchers for 2011
The Phenom's Top 10 Fantasy Starting Pitchers for 2011
1. Roy Halladay/ PHI: Halladay won 20 games, pitched a perfect game during the season, and pitched a no-hitter in the playoffs in 2010. He did all of this with an oft-injured lineup behind him. If the Phillies stay relateively injury-free in 2011, he could potentially win 23-24 games and win yet another Cy Young Award.
Projected 2011 Stats: 21-7, 205 k's, 2.85 ERA, 1.14 WHIP
2. Adam Wainwright/ STL: Wainwright's last two seasons were almost identical in every way. He's been in the top 3 of the NL CY Young voting two years in a row, and he just might win it in 2011.
Projected 2011 Stats: 20-9, 208 k's, 2.88 ERA, 1.17 WHIP
3. Tim Lincecum/ SF: Lincy's strikeout ability puts him in the top three, for sure.
Projected 2011 Stats: 17-8, 245 k's, 2.90 ERA, 1.18 WHIP
4. Ubaldo Jimenez/ COL: Jimenez should compete for the NL Cy Young with Wainwright, Lincy, and Halladay.
Projected 2011 Stats: 20-8, 204 k's, 2.78 ERA, 1.23 WHIP
5. Felix Hernandez/ SEA: This guy would be a 20-game winner for several other teams...but he pitches for one of the worst hitting teams in the MLB. That being said, he should win at least 15 in 2011.
Projected 2011 Stats: 15-9, 220 k's, 2.55 ERA, 1.20 WHIP
6. C.C. Sabathia/ NYY: Sabathia has shown up at camp in much better shape than in recent years.
Projected 2011 Stats: 20-7, 188 k's, 3.20 ERA, 1.19 WHIP
7. Josh Johnson/ FLA: Johnson has had a record of 33-12 over the last three years, with a low ERA, and high strikeout number. He's a top pitcher when he's healthy.
Projected 2011 Stats: 14-6, 184 k's, 2.77 ERA, 1.16 WHIP
8. Jon Lester/ BOS: Lester is about as consistent and reliable as they come. Pencil him in for his projected stats below.
Projected 2011 Stats: 18-7, 208 k's, 3.30 ERA, 1.25 WHIP
9. David Price/ TB: Price is a very promising fantasy prospect, but I need to see more before I put him in the top 5.
Projected 2011 Stats: 17-9, 182 k's, 3.28 ERA, 1.25 WHIP
10. Chris Carpenter/ STL: Carpenter is one of the best pitchers in the game and is good for at least 16 wins in 2011.
Projected 2011 Stats: 16-8, 170 k's, 2.85 ERA, 1.18 WHIP
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1. Roy Halladay/ PHI: Halladay won 20 games, pitched a perfect game during the season, and pitched a no-hitter in the playoffs in 2010. He did all of this with an oft-injured lineup behind him. If the Phillies stay relateively injury-free in 2011, he could potentially win 23-24 games and win yet another Cy Young Award.
Projected 2011 Stats: 21-7, 205 k's, 2.85 ERA, 1.14 WHIP
2. Adam Wainwright/ STL: Wainwright's last two seasons were almost identical in every way. He's been in the top 3 of the NL CY Young voting two years in a row, and he just might win it in 2011.
Projected 2011 Stats: 20-9, 208 k's, 2.88 ERA, 1.17 WHIP
3. Tim Lincecum/ SF: Lincy's strikeout ability puts him in the top three, for sure.
Projected 2011 Stats: 17-8, 245 k's, 2.90 ERA, 1.18 WHIP
4. Ubaldo Jimenez/ COL: Jimenez should compete for the NL Cy Young with Wainwright, Lincy, and Halladay.
Projected 2011 Stats: 20-8, 204 k's, 2.78 ERA, 1.23 WHIP
5. Felix Hernandez/ SEA: This guy would be a 20-game winner for several other teams...but he pitches for one of the worst hitting teams in the MLB. That being said, he should win at least 15 in 2011.
Projected 2011 Stats: 15-9, 220 k's, 2.55 ERA, 1.20 WHIP
6. C.C. Sabathia/ NYY: Sabathia has shown up at camp in much better shape than in recent years.
Projected 2011 Stats: 20-7, 188 k's, 3.20 ERA, 1.19 WHIP
7. Josh Johnson/ FLA: Johnson has had a record of 33-12 over the last three years, with a low ERA, and high strikeout number. He's a top pitcher when he's healthy.
Projected 2011 Stats: 14-6, 184 k's, 2.77 ERA, 1.16 WHIP
8. Jon Lester/ BOS: Lester is about as consistent and reliable as they come. Pencil him in for his projected stats below.
Projected 2011 Stats: 18-7, 208 k's, 3.30 ERA, 1.25 WHIP
9. David Price/ TB: Price is a very promising fantasy prospect, but I need to see more before I put him in the top 5.
Projected 2011 Stats: 17-9, 182 k's, 3.28 ERA, 1.25 WHIP
10. Chris Carpenter/ STL: Carpenter is one of the best pitchers in the game and is good for at least 16 wins in 2011.
Projected 2011 Stats: 16-8, 170 k's, 2.85 ERA, 1.18 WHIP
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Saturday, February 12, 2011
The Phenom's Top 5 Fantasy Catchers for 2011
The Phenom's Top 5 Fantasy Catchers for 2011
1. Victor Martinez/ DET: Martinez is my #1 fantasy catcher based on his consistent power numbers over the last two seasons.
Projected 2011 Stats: .302 avg., 21 hr's, 93 rbi, 76 runs, 1 sb
2. Brian McCann/ ATL: McCann is my #2 catcher for the same reason as Martinez; McCann produces great power numbers year after year.
Projected 2011 Stats: .277 avg., 21 hr's, 85 rbi, 64 runs, 4 sb's
3. Joe Mauer/ MIN: Mauer is the best-hitting catcher in the MLB and candidate for another AL batting title. However, he only hit 1 hr at home last season and his power numbers are fairly inconsistent from year to year.
Projected 2011 Stats: .334 avg., 12 hr's, 80 rbi, 90 runs, 2 sb's
4. Geovany Soto/ CHC: Soto has shown that he can hit for a high average and produce solid power numbers as well. The only problem is that he has also shown us that he can hit .218 as he did in '09.
Projected 2011 Stats: .273 avg., 24 hr's, 78 rbi, 56 runs, 0 sb
5. Buster Posey/ SF: Posey could very well be the next great hitting catcher in the MLB, but he has only done it a little more than half of a season. I am being somewhat cautious here because deep-down I think he could be a top 3 fantasy catcher. I just need to see more. Remember what happened to Soto in his second season, after a great rookie season?
Projected 2011 Stats: .284 avg., 22 hr's, 75 rbi, 66 runs, 2 sb's
2011 Catcher Draft Strategy: Drafting a catcher early is like drafting a kicker early in fantasy football...just don't do it! Let the other people in your league take a catcher early, while you take someone who can actually hit 30 hr's and produce 100 rbi in a given season. None of The Phenom's Top 5 catchers have hit 30+ hr's in a given season over the last three years. Victor Martinez is the only one to produce 100+ rbi in a season over the last three years. Let's face it, there's no Mike Piazza or Ivan Rodriguez to choose from these days. Therefore, please take my advice and do not waste an early pick on a catcher. Besides, if you are in a competitive fantasy league, you'll get a shot at one of these top 5 catchers in the middle to late rounds. Here is one more piece of advice in regards to acquiring catchers for your fantasy team. Do not draft two catchers! In fact, you shouldn't even carry more than one catcher on your roster throughout the season (unless, of course, you have one of the top 5 catchers and he goes down with a minor injury and you need to fill their spot temporarily). Otherwise, draft one catcher and never carry more than one on your roster.
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1. Victor Martinez/ DET: Martinez is my #1 fantasy catcher based on his consistent power numbers over the last two seasons.
Projected 2011 Stats: .302 avg., 21 hr's, 93 rbi, 76 runs, 1 sb
2. Brian McCann/ ATL: McCann is my #2 catcher for the same reason as Martinez; McCann produces great power numbers year after year.
Projected 2011 Stats: .277 avg., 21 hr's, 85 rbi, 64 runs, 4 sb's
3. Joe Mauer/ MIN: Mauer is the best-hitting catcher in the MLB and candidate for another AL batting title. However, he only hit 1 hr at home last season and his power numbers are fairly inconsistent from year to year.
Projected 2011 Stats: .334 avg., 12 hr's, 80 rbi, 90 runs, 2 sb's
4. Geovany Soto/ CHC: Soto has shown that he can hit for a high average and produce solid power numbers as well. The only problem is that he has also shown us that he can hit .218 as he did in '09.
Projected 2011 Stats: .273 avg., 24 hr's, 78 rbi, 56 runs, 0 sb
5. Buster Posey/ SF: Posey could very well be the next great hitting catcher in the MLB, but he has only done it a little more than half of a season. I am being somewhat cautious here because deep-down I think he could be a top 3 fantasy catcher. I just need to see more. Remember what happened to Soto in his second season, after a great rookie season?
Projected 2011 Stats: .284 avg., 22 hr's, 75 rbi, 66 runs, 2 sb's
2011 Catcher Draft Strategy: Drafting a catcher early is like drafting a kicker early in fantasy football...just don't do it! Let the other people in your league take a catcher early, while you take someone who can actually hit 30 hr's and produce 100 rbi in a given season. None of The Phenom's Top 5 catchers have hit 30+ hr's in a given season over the last three years. Victor Martinez is the only one to produce 100+ rbi in a season over the last three years. Let's face it, there's no Mike Piazza or Ivan Rodriguez to choose from these days. Therefore, please take my advice and do not waste an early pick on a catcher. Besides, if you are in a competitive fantasy league, you'll get a shot at one of these top 5 catchers in the middle to late rounds. Here is one more piece of advice in regards to acquiring catchers for your fantasy team. Do not draft two catchers! In fact, you shouldn't even carry more than one catcher on your roster throughout the season (unless, of course, you have one of the top 5 catchers and he goes down with a minor injury and you need to fill their spot temporarily). Otherwise, draft one catcher and never carry more than one on your roster.
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Saturday, February 5, 2011
Michael Young...the model of consistency
Why are the Texas Rangers shopping Michael Young? Well, the answer is simple. They just signed 3B Adrian Beltre and have plenty of DH prospects on their roster. Young would be sharing time with someone, which doesn't make a ton of sense to me. I mean...where is the loyalty to a guy that has been as consistent and faithful as any MLB player in recent history.
Apparently, the Rangers are looking to deal Young prior to the start of the 2011 season. In terms of fantasy value, Young is a solid 3B who can be counted on to produce a .300+ average, 20+ HRs, and 85-90 rbi's. Young is not a top 5 fantasy prospect by any means, but he is in the top 10. Young can be selected in the middle rounds of a draft, which is where you typically win your fantasy league.
Young is a .300 career hitter with 158 HRs, and 811 rbi's, in 11 seasons with the Texas Rangers. At 34 years old and quickly approaching 2000 career hits (1,848), Young probably has another 3-4 solid seasons to offer another team. The Rangers have chosen to go the route of a very inconsistent and, at times, erratic Adrian Beltre at 3B. That was their call, and they have decided to roll the dice on Adrian Beltre. On the other hand, there are many MLB teams that would be happy to have a player like Young on their squad.
Over his 11-year MLB career, Young has won 1 Gold Glove, been selected as an All-Star 6 times, amassed 200+ hits in 5 consecutive seasons, and eclipsed 100 rbi once in '06. Is he a future Hall of Famer? Probably not. But, he is about as steady as an MLB player can be. He has played in 155 games or more in 8 of his last 9 seasons, has had 600+ AB's in 7 of his previous 8 seasons, and has hit 30 or more doubles in 8 consecutive seasons. Who else has done this over the past 8 seasons?
On one hand, the Rangers are taking a big risk by inserting Beltre into the lineup as their every-day 3B. On the other hand, another MLB team will be lucky to acquire Michael Young and to add him to their lineup. There's absolutely no risk in acquiring Young. Beltre, however, has been a model for inconsistency throughout his career. Beltre batted .240 in '03, jumped up to a career-high .334 in '04, and then dropped back down to .255 in '05. He hit 48 HRs in '04, 19 in '05, and then went back up to 25 in '06. So...which Adrian Beltre will show up in 2011? It's a risk, it's a gamble, and it's a big roll of the dice for the Texas Rangers. In conclusion, the team that gets Michael Young will know exactly what to expect...consistent production over a full season.
Finally, for all of you fantasy baseball players out there...do yourself a favor and pass on taking Adrian Beltre too early in your draft. I know that he was the top sleeper pick in 2010. In fact, he was on my championship team in 2010. After having a great season with the Red Sox in 2010, most fantasy owners will want to take him in the first few rounds, but you need to be cautious here. Josh Hamilton is injury-prone and has not played a full season since '08. Ian Kinsler has never played more than 144 games in a season and played in only 103 last season. Nelson Cruz played in only 108 games last season and has never played in more than 128 throughout his young career.
Who is going to protect Beltre in the lineup if these guys are not reliable? Well, Michael Young could have done that for the Rangers...but not now. Don't get me wrong, the Rangers showed what they could do when they were healthy in the post-season in 2010. In retrospect, Michael Young was the model of consistency for the Rangers in 2010, and throughout his career.
The Phenom
Apparently, the Rangers are looking to deal Young prior to the start of the 2011 season. In terms of fantasy value, Young is a solid 3B who can be counted on to produce a .300+ average, 20+ HRs, and 85-90 rbi's. Young is not a top 5 fantasy prospect by any means, but he is in the top 10. Young can be selected in the middle rounds of a draft, which is where you typically win your fantasy league.
Young is a .300 career hitter with 158 HRs, and 811 rbi's, in 11 seasons with the Texas Rangers. At 34 years old and quickly approaching 2000 career hits (1,848), Young probably has another 3-4 solid seasons to offer another team. The Rangers have chosen to go the route of a very inconsistent and, at times, erratic Adrian Beltre at 3B. That was their call, and they have decided to roll the dice on Adrian Beltre. On the other hand, there are many MLB teams that would be happy to have a player like Young on their squad.
Over his 11-year MLB career, Young has won 1 Gold Glove, been selected as an All-Star 6 times, amassed 200+ hits in 5 consecutive seasons, and eclipsed 100 rbi once in '06. Is he a future Hall of Famer? Probably not. But, he is about as steady as an MLB player can be. He has played in 155 games or more in 8 of his last 9 seasons, has had 600+ AB's in 7 of his previous 8 seasons, and has hit 30 or more doubles in 8 consecutive seasons. Who else has done this over the past 8 seasons?
On one hand, the Rangers are taking a big risk by inserting Beltre into the lineup as their every-day 3B. On the other hand, another MLB team will be lucky to acquire Michael Young and to add him to their lineup. There's absolutely no risk in acquiring Young. Beltre, however, has been a model for inconsistency throughout his career. Beltre batted .240 in '03, jumped up to a career-high .334 in '04, and then dropped back down to .255 in '05. He hit 48 HRs in '04, 19 in '05, and then went back up to 25 in '06. So...which Adrian Beltre will show up in 2011? It's a risk, it's a gamble, and it's a big roll of the dice for the Texas Rangers. In conclusion, the team that gets Michael Young will know exactly what to expect...consistent production over a full season.
Finally, for all of you fantasy baseball players out there...do yourself a favor and pass on taking Adrian Beltre too early in your draft. I know that he was the top sleeper pick in 2010. In fact, he was on my championship team in 2010. After having a great season with the Red Sox in 2010, most fantasy owners will want to take him in the first few rounds, but you need to be cautious here. Josh Hamilton is injury-prone and has not played a full season since '08. Ian Kinsler has never played more than 144 games in a season and played in only 103 last season. Nelson Cruz played in only 108 games last season and has never played in more than 128 throughout his young career.
Who is going to protect Beltre in the lineup if these guys are not reliable? Well, Michael Young could have done that for the Rangers...but not now. Don't get me wrong, the Rangers showed what they could do when they were healthy in the post-season in 2010. In retrospect, Michael Young was the model of consistency for the Rangers in 2010, and throughout his career.
The Phenom
The Phenom's 1st Annual FSYA Award
The Phenom is happy to present the 1st Annual FSYA (Fantasy Stud of the Year Award) to...SIDNEY CROSBY!
Sidney Crosby, center for the Pittsburgh Penguins, has simply dominated the NHL in 2010. The first overall pick in the 2005 draft, the first overall pick in most fantasy drafts in 2010, and the top fantasy point producer, has simply been awesome! There is debate on whether Crosby is the best player in the NHL in comparison to Alex Ovechkin of the Capitals. However, in fantasy terms, Crosby is clearly the best! As the top goal-scorer in the NHL over the past two seasons, Crosby has proven that he is not just a goal-scorer as he has ranked in the top 5 in shots on goal (SOG) and assists in 2010. Congratulations to Sidney Crosby for winning the 1st Annual FSYA!
The Phenom's Fantasy Year in Review 2010
2010 was definitely the year of the sleeper pick. Those of you who were lucky, or smart, to acquire the likes of Michael Vick, Carlos Gonzalez, or Arian Foster, most likely went deep into your league's playoffs...and hopefully, you won a championship with these guys. I had Foster on my 14-2 football team that lost in the championship of my league. I also had Carlos Gonzalez (Cargo) on my fantasy baseball team that won the championship in 2010. Michael Vick was the 2nd string QB of the Eagles at the start of the season and was projected in the 250 range (which means that he mostly went undrafted). Michael Vick might turn out to be the greatest free agent pick up in the history of fantasy sports.
The fantasy year of 2010 also saw the usual suspects continue to produce great numbers. Aaron Rodgers finished the 2010 fantasy season as the #2 point producer, just barely behind Michael Vick, even though he missed a game and a half due to a concussion. Lebron James has dominated the NBA in fantasy points for a few years now and continues to play at an incredible pace. Miguel Cabrera continued to do his thing and solidified his place as a top 5 MLB fantasy pick in 2011. Prior to signing with the Boston red Sox, Carl Crawford did everything for the Rays in 2010, putting together a truly phenomenal fantasy season.
As you look towards 2011, it is very important that you add Vick, Gonzalez, and Foster to your top picks in 2011. These three have tremendous futures and are sure to repeat their successes of 2010. You must also determine which guys will consistently produce great fantasy numbers in 2011. Albert Pujols, Josh Hamilton, Kevin Durant, Alex Ovechkin, Joey Votto, and Miguel Cabrera, are all no-brainers. The key to winning your fantasy league is to put together a team of top-producers, consistent producers, and of course...a few great sleepers. The middle rounds of your drafts is where championships are made. Try to figure out who might be the next big sleeper in the MLB, NFL, NHL, and NBA. You just might put together a championship team in 2011. Good luck!
The Phenom's Top 10 Fantasy Studs of 2010
1. Sidney Crosby (PIT/ NHL)
2. Carlos Gonzalez (COL/ MLB)
3. Lebron James (MIA/ NBA)
4. Michael Vick (PHI/ NFL)
5. Aaron Rodgers (GB/ NFL)
6. Miguel Cabrera (DET/ MLB)
7. Arian Foster (HOU/ NFL)
8. Carl Crawford (BOS/ MLB)
9. Alex Ovechkin (WAS/ NHL)
10. Kevin Durant (OKC/ NBA)
Good luck to all in 2011, and email me with any questions, comments, and suggestions!
The Phenomthephenom@fantasysportsphenom.com
Sidney Crosby, center for the Pittsburgh Penguins, has simply dominated the NHL in 2010. The first overall pick in the 2005 draft, the first overall pick in most fantasy drafts in 2010, and the top fantasy point producer, has simply been awesome! There is debate on whether Crosby is the best player in the NHL in comparison to Alex Ovechkin of the Capitals. However, in fantasy terms, Crosby is clearly the best! As the top goal-scorer in the NHL over the past two seasons, Crosby has proven that he is not just a goal-scorer as he has ranked in the top 5 in shots on goal (SOG) and assists in 2010. Congratulations to Sidney Crosby for winning the 1st Annual FSYA!
The Phenom's Fantasy Year in Review 2010
2010 was definitely the year of the sleeper pick. Those of you who were lucky, or smart, to acquire the likes of Michael Vick, Carlos Gonzalez, or Arian Foster, most likely went deep into your league's playoffs...and hopefully, you won a championship with these guys. I had Foster on my 14-2 football team that lost in the championship of my league. I also had Carlos Gonzalez (Cargo) on my fantasy baseball team that won the championship in 2010. Michael Vick was the 2nd string QB of the Eagles at the start of the season and was projected in the 250 range (which means that he mostly went undrafted). Michael Vick might turn out to be the greatest free agent pick up in the history of fantasy sports.
The fantasy year of 2010 also saw the usual suspects continue to produce great numbers. Aaron Rodgers finished the 2010 fantasy season as the #2 point producer, just barely behind Michael Vick, even though he missed a game and a half due to a concussion. Lebron James has dominated the NBA in fantasy points for a few years now and continues to play at an incredible pace. Miguel Cabrera continued to do his thing and solidified his place as a top 5 MLB fantasy pick in 2011. Prior to signing with the Boston red Sox, Carl Crawford did everything for the Rays in 2010, putting together a truly phenomenal fantasy season.
As you look towards 2011, it is very important that you add Vick, Gonzalez, and Foster to your top picks in 2011. These three have tremendous futures and are sure to repeat their successes of 2010. You must also determine which guys will consistently produce great fantasy numbers in 2011. Albert Pujols, Josh Hamilton, Kevin Durant, Alex Ovechkin, Joey Votto, and Miguel Cabrera, are all no-brainers. The key to winning your fantasy league is to put together a team of top-producers, consistent producers, and of course...a few great sleepers. The middle rounds of your drafts is where championships are made. Try to figure out who might be the next big sleeper in the MLB, NFL, NHL, and NBA. You just might put together a championship team in 2011. Good luck!
The Phenom's Top 10 Fantasy Studs of 2010
1. Sidney Crosby (PIT/ NHL)
2. Carlos Gonzalez (COL/ MLB)
3. Lebron James (MIA/ NBA)
4. Michael Vick (PHI/ NFL)
5. Aaron Rodgers (GB/ NFL)
6. Miguel Cabrera (DET/ MLB)
7. Arian Foster (HOU/ NFL)
8. Carl Crawford (BOS/ MLB)
9. Alex Ovechkin (WAS/ NHL)
10. Kevin Durant (OKC/ NBA)
Good luck to all in 2011, and email me with any questions, comments, and suggestions!
The Phenomthephenom@fantasysportsphenom.com
SB XLV, NBA All-Stars, and MLB 1st Rounders
Super Bowl XLV
Super Bowl XLV is going to be an epic match-up of two of the most successful NFL franchises of all-time. The Packers have won 12 league championships (9 NFL Championships and 3 Super Bowl titles). The Steelers have won a league-leading 6 Super Bowls. Something must give here. I am predicting a 27-17 victory for the Packers for the following reasons:
1. Aaron Rodgers IS the best QB in the NFL and is only getting better. His pin-point accuracy, excellent decision-making, and tremendous athletic ability, make him one of the better QBs of our time. It is only a matter of time before people start including him in the same company as Peyton Manning and Tom Brady. A Super Bowl victory on Sunday would put Rodgers in the discussion with Brady and Manning.
2. The Steelers offensive line is average at best, and below average without C Maurkice Pouncey (out due to a high ankle sprain). I would be very surprised if the Steelers ran the ball effectively versus the Packers' stellar defense. I expect the Packers' defense to create turnovers, get Big Ben on the run (which isn't really a horrible thing for the Steelers), and to stuff the run.
3. The Packers have better athletes at almost every position from QB to WR to DB to LB. They get to the ball fast. They make plays on defense. They have big physical receivers on offense. Their O line is massive. And, they have a QB that can run the ball pretty well.
4. Finally, the Packers have won 5 straight games by a total score of 145-71. The Steelers have not dominated anyone this season. Well, maybe Oakland, Carolina, and Cleveland, but those teams are non-playoff teams. The Packers are primed and ready to win their 13th league title and 4th Super Bowl Championship.
Packers 27, Steelers 17
The Phenom's Top 5 Fantasy NBA Players that did NOT make an All-Star Team
1. Monta Ellis/ GS: 10th overall fantasy producer in the NBA; 25.1 ppg, 5.6 apg, 3.4 rpg
2. LaMarcus Aldridge/ POR: 14 the overall producer; 21.2 ppg, 9.1 rpg, 1.3 bpg
3. Zach Randolph/ MEM: 16th overall producer; 20.2 ppg, 13.2 rpg
4. Raymond Felton/ NYK: 17th overall producer; 17.3 ppg, 3.7 rpg, 8.9 apg
5. Rudy Gay/ MEM: 18th overall producer; 20.1 ppg, 6.1 rpg, 2.9 apg
It is very difficult to argue against any player on the West All-Star roster, but Monta Ellis deserved a spot for sure. I'd say that Ellis deserved the spot more than Tim Duncan, based on this season's statistics. Duncan made the team simply due to his career achievements and his name. Ellis is 5th in the NBA in scoring (533 more points than Duncan)...I mean, c'mon!
MLB 2011 Top 5 Fantasy Draft Picks
1. Carlos Gonzalez/ COL
2. Albert Pujols/ STL
3. Miguel Cabrera/ DET
4. Troy Tulowitzki/ COL
5. Carl Crawford/ BOS
You might be wondering where Josh Hamilton is on this list. I think Hamilton could be the #1 fantasy producer in the MLB in 2011 IF...and only IF, he plays more than 150 games. Gonzalez, Cabrera, and Crawford will most likely play a full season, and will be at the top of the fantasy ranks throughout the season. On the other hand, if Pujols, Tulowitzki, and Hamilton stay relatively healthy, they could very well challenge for the top 3 in all of baseball.
The Phenom
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Super Bowl XLV is going to be an epic match-up of two of the most successful NFL franchises of all-time. The Packers have won 12 league championships (9 NFL Championships and 3 Super Bowl titles). The Steelers have won a league-leading 6 Super Bowls. Something must give here. I am predicting a 27-17 victory for the Packers for the following reasons:
1. Aaron Rodgers IS the best QB in the NFL and is only getting better. His pin-point accuracy, excellent decision-making, and tremendous athletic ability, make him one of the better QBs of our time. It is only a matter of time before people start including him in the same company as Peyton Manning and Tom Brady. A Super Bowl victory on Sunday would put Rodgers in the discussion with Brady and Manning.
2. The Steelers offensive line is average at best, and below average without C Maurkice Pouncey (out due to a high ankle sprain). I would be very surprised if the Steelers ran the ball effectively versus the Packers' stellar defense. I expect the Packers' defense to create turnovers, get Big Ben on the run (which isn't really a horrible thing for the Steelers), and to stuff the run.
3. The Packers have better athletes at almost every position from QB to WR to DB to LB. They get to the ball fast. They make plays on defense. They have big physical receivers on offense. Their O line is massive. And, they have a QB that can run the ball pretty well.
4. Finally, the Packers have won 5 straight games by a total score of 145-71. The Steelers have not dominated anyone this season. Well, maybe Oakland, Carolina, and Cleveland, but those teams are non-playoff teams. The Packers are primed and ready to win their 13th league title and 4th Super Bowl Championship.
Packers 27, Steelers 17
The Phenom's Top 5 Fantasy NBA Players that did NOT make an All-Star Team
1. Monta Ellis/ GS: 10th overall fantasy producer in the NBA; 25.1 ppg, 5.6 apg, 3.4 rpg
2. LaMarcus Aldridge/ POR: 14 the overall producer; 21.2 ppg, 9.1 rpg, 1.3 bpg
3. Zach Randolph/ MEM: 16th overall producer; 20.2 ppg, 13.2 rpg
4. Raymond Felton/ NYK: 17th overall producer; 17.3 ppg, 3.7 rpg, 8.9 apg
5. Rudy Gay/ MEM: 18th overall producer; 20.1 ppg, 6.1 rpg, 2.9 apg
It is very difficult to argue against any player on the West All-Star roster, but Monta Ellis deserved a spot for sure. I'd say that Ellis deserved the spot more than Tim Duncan, based on this season's statistics. Duncan made the team simply due to his career achievements and his name. Ellis is 5th in the NBA in scoring (533 more points than Duncan)...I mean, c'mon!
MLB 2011 Top 5 Fantasy Draft Picks
1. Carlos Gonzalez/ COL
2. Albert Pujols/ STL
3. Miguel Cabrera/ DET
4. Troy Tulowitzki/ COL
5. Carl Crawford/ BOS
You might be wondering where Josh Hamilton is on this list. I think Hamilton could be the #1 fantasy producer in the MLB in 2011 IF...and only IF, he plays more than 150 games. Gonzalez, Cabrera, and Crawford will most likely play a full season, and will be at the top of the fantasy ranks throughout the season. On the other hand, if Pujols, Tulowitzki, and Hamilton stay relatively healthy, they could very well challenge for the top 3 in all of baseball.
The Phenom
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http://www.fantasysportsphenom.com/
Friday, February 4, 2011
The Phenom's Phenomenal Fantasy NFL Player of the Year for 2010!
2010 Phenomenal Fantasy NFL Player of the Year
...and the award goes to...ARIAN FOSTER!
Congratulations to Arian Foster for winning the highly-coveted "2010 Phenomenal Fantasy Player of the Year" in the NFL! Foster was typically selected in the middle rounds of most fantasy drafts back in September, but he quickly emerged as the top-producing player in the league. Most, if not all, teams that were fortunate enough to have Foster were able to make their league's playoffs, and many of them won league championships as well. Foster was the leading fantasy scorer in all leagues and in all formats. He was dominant from the beginning and will be a top three pick in next year's draft.
The Phenom's 1st annual NFL All-Pro Fantasy Team is obviously led by Arian Foster at the RB position, but we must not lose sight of the others. Michael Vick came out of nowhere, starting the season as the Eagles' #2 QB behind Kevin Kolb, and finished as the #2 overall fantasy point producer behind Foster. This was definitely the year of the "sleeper" as Peyton Hillis, Brandon Lloyd, Dwayne Bowe, LeSean McCoy, Marcedes Lewis, Hakeem Nicks, Mike Wallace, and Darren McFadden, all made the Phenom's All-Pro team. Tom Brady edged out Drew Brees and Peyton Manning simply because Brady threw 34 TD's and only 4 INT's.
The Phenom's All-Pro Team
First Team
QB- Vick/ PHI
RB- Foster/ HOU
RB- McCoy/ PHI
WR- White/ ATL
WR- Lloyd/ DEN
WR- Bowe/ KC
TE- Witten/ DAL
DEF/ ST- New England
K- Akers/ PHI
Second Team
QB- Rodgers/ GB
RB- Hillis/ CLE
RB- McFadden/ OAK
WR- A. Johnson/ HOU
WR- C. Johnson/ DET
WR- Jennings/ GB
TE- Gates/ SD
DEF/ ST- Arizona
K- Janikowski/ OAK
Third Team
QB- Brady/ NE
RB- Peterson/ MIN
RB- Charles/ KC
WR- S. Johnson/ BUF
WR- Wallace/ PIT
WR- Nicks/ NYG
TE- M. Lewis/ JAX
DEF/ ST- Pittsburgh
K- J. Brown/ STL
The Phenom's Top 10 Picks for 2011
1. Vick/ PHI
2. Foster/ HOU
3. Peterson/ MIN
4. McCoy/ PHI
5. Rodgers/ GB
6. Hillis/ CLE
7. C. Johnson/ TEN
8. White/ ATL
9. Charles/ KC
10. A. Johnson/ HOU
The Phenom
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...and the award goes to...ARIAN FOSTER!
Congratulations to Arian Foster for winning the highly-coveted "2010 Phenomenal Fantasy Player of the Year" in the NFL! Foster was typically selected in the middle rounds of most fantasy drafts back in September, but he quickly emerged as the top-producing player in the league. Most, if not all, teams that were fortunate enough to have Foster were able to make their league's playoffs, and many of them won league championships as well. Foster was the leading fantasy scorer in all leagues and in all formats. He was dominant from the beginning and will be a top three pick in next year's draft.
The Phenom's 1st annual NFL All-Pro Fantasy Team is obviously led by Arian Foster at the RB position, but we must not lose sight of the others. Michael Vick came out of nowhere, starting the season as the Eagles' #2 QB behind Kevin Kolb, and finished as the #2 overall fantasy point producer behind Foster. This was definitely the year of the "sleeper" as Peyton Hillis, Brandon Lloyd, Dwayne Bowe, LeSean McCoy, Marcedes Lewis, Hakeem Nicks, Mike Wallace, and Darren McFadden, all made the Phenom's All-Pro team. Tom Brady edged out Drew Brees and Peyton Manning simply because Brady threw 34 TD's and only 4 INT's.
The Phenom's All-Pro Team
First Team
QB- Vick/ PHI
RB- Foster/ HOU
RB- McCoy/ PHI
WR- White/ ATL
WR- Lloyd/ DEN
WR- Bowe/ KC
TE- Witten/ DAL
DEF/ ST- New England
K- Akers/ PHI
Second Team
QB- Rodgers/ GB
RB- Hillis/ CLE
RB- McFadden/ OAK
WR- A. Johnson/ HOU
WR- C. Johnson/ DET
WR- Jennings/ GB
TE- Gates/ SD
DEF/ ST- Arizona
K- Janikowski/ OAK
Third Team
QB- Brady/ NE
RB- Peterson/ MIN
RB- Charles/ KC
WR- S. Johnson/ BUF
WR- Wallace/ PIT
WR- Nicks/ NYG
TE- M. Lewis/ JAX
DEF/ ST- Pittsburgh
K- J. Brown/ STL
The Phenom's Top 10 Picks for 2011
1. Vick/ PHI
2. Foster/ HOU
3. Peterson/ MIN
4. McCoy/ PHI
5. Rodgers/ GB
6. Hillis/ CLE
7. C. Johnson/ TEN
8. White/ ATL
9. Charles/ KC
10. A. Johnson/ HOU
The Phenom
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