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by tmyanks24 » Sun Apr 04, 2004 9:14 am
I have Pedro and Ponson. I'm almost certain to start Pedro, but should I start Ponson as well?
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by 4Pack » Sun Apr 04, 2004 9:28 am
Nomar and Trot are not playing. That should help Ponson's odds of having a good game.
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by canibus » Sun Apr 04, 2004 9:42 am
tmyanks24 wrote:I have Pedro and Ponson. I'm almost certain to start Pedro, but should I start Ponson as well?
Nice thing about starting opposing pitchers is that you're guaranteed at least a W
It could be at the expene of your ERA, however.
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by the_tenman » Sun Apr 04, 2004 9:57 am
If there is an IP limit, then bench Ponson. Otherwise, it is a homegame for Ponson and Baltimore is pretty nice offensively as well. With Pedro getting a bit touched in spring, I think Ponson is ok to start. Expect Ponson to give up 3-4 runs 9H/BB in 6-7 IP with 4-5 Ks and a below average chance for a win.
In a league with a limit on IP, it is a good idea to be careful with your early starts. Putting MRs in is usually a better idea early in a season. Players like Williamson and Ryan should look decent today.
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by mikcou » Sun Apr 04, 2004 10:03 am
Mookie4ever wrote:canibus wrote:Nice thing about starting opposing pitchers is that you're guaranteed at least a W
Really?
Rethink that.
2 no decisions equals no win for either

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by canibus » Sun Apr 04, 2004 10:17 am
mikcou wrote:2 no decisions equals no win for either

Oops, forgot about that possibility.
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by sportznow » Sun Apr 04, 2004 10:58 am
canibus wrote:Nice thing about starting opposing pitchers is that you're guaranteed at least a W
guaranteed a win? You ever think of a close game thats decided b/w the bullpen? So it doesnt guarantee a win.
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by fishingmn » Sun Apr 04, 2004 11:16 am
Didn't see if it was H2H or Roto
There are totally different strategies depending on whether you're playing for the best stats for the week or best stats for the year
H2H I probably start them both - Roto just Pedro
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