by davegod2 » Sat Mar 08, 2003 11:07 pm
I try to make sure I have at least one established closer, a second tier closer, and maybe one prospect later in the draft (like Looper, Emree, or Williamson). Since a closer really only affects one category, starting pitchers are obviously much more valuable. So much so, in fact, that many experienced fantasy players choose to "punt" the saves category altogether. I personally disagree with that tactic, but if I find a huge run on closers has wiped out all of the good ones, I will just stick with the gameplan and draft the stud starters that fell to me as a result of the run and dominate the other 4 categories. Bottom line, every draft is different, and you have to be prepared for all contingencies, but try to draft at least one stud closer if possible....
I'd kill for a Nobel Peace Prize.