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[digitalmonkey 929]

Is it possible to change the settings so a PM pops up on the screen? I visit the site almost daily and just noticed today that I had a PM from Dan since June.

[SBriand 4]

Is it possible to change the settings so a PM pops up on the screen? I visit the site almost daily and just noticed today that I had a PM from Dan since June.

I just checked again and sadly no. Maybe the pay version does but I am not willing to pay so that I can have more colors to choose from!

[MapleLeafs 142]

I check my pitching matchups every single gameday. I also remember from time to time to check if my guys are playing that day and sub them out. I'll never start a guy who's on the DL on purpose, if I have a suitable replacement.I'll admit I can't follow it like the FCHL/AHL. Maybe the starting roster is too big? I dunno. I find it tough to cheer for 17 guys a night, rather then the 10 we'd dress in hockey.

[Dubey 1,035]

I'm still 100% active. I check the forums and my lineup pretty much daily. Still enjoying it a lot, even though there isn't much forum activity :)I'd be happy to help out with the competition committee if you guys need an extra.

[Dubey 1,035]

I check my pitching matchups every single gameday. I also remember from time to time to check if my guys are playing that day and sub them out. I'll never start a guy who's on the DL on purpose, if I have a suitable replacement.I'll admit I can't follow it like the FCHL/AHL. Maybe the starting roster is too big? I dunno. I find it tough to cheer for 17 guys a night, rather then the 10 we'd dress in hockey.

I actually like that the starting lineup is so big, it allows for more micro-management of the roster. If it were only 10 spots, we'd never even have to swap guys out unless there were injuries.

[SBriand 4]

i don't like how big the rosters are because I have superstars across the board and never know which superstar to sit.SUPERSTARS! All of them!

[serge 904]

So, just curious how many people are still really following with this league. I notice a lot of GMs are no longer changing their pitching matchups day-to-day, and almost no one is keeping up with their EI players. Several GMs have injured players starting, or deadweight, and there have been no trades.This does not include everyone of course, as several people have been active. Not everyone needs to make moves either. This is really just out of curiosity, not accusing anyone of anything.Is everyone still having fun? Any changes to suggest, possibly to keep people more involved? I had hoped our deep rosters would prevent anyone from having 16 full-time uninjured regulars, and force people to stay involved, but instead people are just playing with holes in their lineup.I would also appreciate it if one or two people would willing to be join the "competition committee." Steve gracefully bowed out, and Adam seems quite busy lately. New people would not need to agree to do anything, just be available to discuss and make decisions if any rulings were required.

I follow the leauge..I got really frustrated when i started taking a couple of really bad losses, and some major injuries, but that happens..I dont change pitching matchups because Kansas City sucks..I once put them in because Greinke was pitching and forgot them in..I have not much room to move as most of my reserves are on IR..Its a cool league..

[MapleLeafpoker 1,462]

I noticed in the first inning of tonights Red Sox-Mariners game that Seattle had scored in the first inning without getting a hit. Haha, but not a huge deal, happens a lot. Then I wondered what if Lackey pitches a no-hitter now, wouldnt that be ironic. Now after 7innings. Yup, he has a no-hitter.

[serge 904]

I noticed in the first inning of tonights Red Sox-Mariners game that Seattle had scored in the first inning without getting a hit. Haha, but not a huge deal, happens a lot. Then I wondered what if Lackey pitches a no-hitter now, wouldnt that be ironic. Now after 7innings. Yup, he has a no-hitter.

Arp jinx IMO.

[Dubey 1,035]

Alberto Callaspo was traded to the Angels. This is crappy for me, because he takes an infield spot away from maicer Izturis, who is another one of my guys. Kinda sucks. Izturis has been injured a lot this year, but has put up good numbers for me in his limited action (89 Fan points in 111 at bats).

[mrdannyg 274]

Alberto Callaspo was traded to the Angels. This is crappy for me, because he takes an infield spot away from maicer Izturis, who is another one of my guys. Kinda sucks. Izturis has been injured a lot this year, but has put up good numbers for me in his limited action (89 Fan points in 111 at bats).

True, though the Angels are a good spot for Callaspo. He was losing time in KC, and would've lost a lot more if he wasn't traded. Callaspo will be full-time there for sure and should get a decent spot in a much better lineup.

[Dubey 1,035]

True, though the Angels are a good spot for Callaspo. He was losing time in KC, and would've lost a lot more if he wasn't traded. Callaspo will be full-time there for sure and should get a decent spot in a much better lineup.

Yeah, this is true. Callaspo has been slumping lately. And by lately, I mean precisely from the day you traded him to me I guess Gutierez hasn't been lighting the world on fire either, and Scherzer and Verlander have been pretty good for me too. With Jimenez only starting on non game nights, it's probably been a pretty even trade so far

[MapleLeafpoker 1,462]

You never know with Sciosca. You could see Izturis and Callaspo platooning in a sense, each getting to play here or there at 2B/3B.Im not so sure this is a huge win for Callaspa, I could be wrong.

[digitalmonkey 929]

Damn, the fake to third-pick off throw to first worked tonight in the Yankees/Royals game.Now pitchers will keep trying it.

[digitalmonkey 929]

Kelly Johnson with the cycle!

[Dubey 1,035]

reminder: Trade deadline is July 31st

[SBriand 4]

Playoffs coming up in a few weeks. Should be a fun run to the end of the season especially for 1st overall and 1st in the Wales conference.Current StandingsMonkeyballers (48-30) (monkey)Musky Muskrats(47-31) (Sbriand)Go Bears (43-34-1)Lethbridge Bulls (42-36) (Dubey)DoucheGators (39-39) (danny g)Newmarket Hurricanes (38-40) (MapleLeafs)Campbell Conference:Long Ball Whalers (46-32) (Mapleleafpoker)Overpaid Bobbleheads (39-38-1) (wsox8)Broadway (38-40) (Untilted)Coaldale A’s (34-44)Nuclear Scientists (29-49) (Speed Limit)Toronto Mustangs (24-54) (Serge)Monkey and Musky meet up for a 5 game series the final week of the season. Should determine who comes out on top barring any crazy blow ups the 10 game before.

[mrdannyg 274]

Interestingly, I am 9 games behind Monkey, but am ahead in our head-to-head bet.

[SBriand 4]

If any GM's come in here, check out the new board on the forum call ATTENTION ALL GM'S. Some important info in there that I need everyone to check. I took over rosters and went through all the add/drops and such since May 16th or so when Adam seemed to have stopped visiting the boards. I want to make sure everyone is on the same page. Thanks.

[MapleLeafpoker 1,462]

Serge, please comment on your sick pitching from today against my team. And the fact your boys scored 17runs against my pitching yesterday.Can we agree your bad luck doesnt apply when you face other Armenians in your pools or your side-bets?

[serge 904]

Serge, please comment on your sick pitching from today against my team. And the fact your boys scored 17runs against my pitching yesterday.Can we agree your bad luck doesnt apply when you face other Armenians in your pools or your side-bets?

It was pretty sick..My bad luck doesnt apply against you thats for sure..This weekend was a joy to watch the Jays..

[mrdannyg 274]

Alright, looking for advice on tonight's pitching decision. For anyone unfamiliar, strikeouts are key to the FCBL scoring system.Options:Clay Buchholz/Red Sox against Jered Weaver/Angels:Pro: Buchholz is pitching great. They're at home, and will have Pedroia back.Con: Buchholz is only striking out 6.1/9, the Angels are 9th-best in the MLB at striking out and Weaver has been awesome. Also, Red Sox have not been hitting well.Chacin/Rockies against Kershaw/Dodgers:Pro: Chacin is strking out 10/9, with similar performances in recent minor league starts. Dodgers are in the bottom-half of the league for strikeouts.Con: Kershaw is a great pitcher, and the Dodgers are better than the Angels. And not at home.Rockies are +150, Red Sox are -140. Hm, bigger difference than I thought. I guess that's my decision.

[digitalmonkey 929]

Alright, looking for advice on tonight's pitching decision. For anyone unfamiliar, strikeouts are key to the FCBL scoring system.Options:Clay Buchholz/Red Sox against Jered Weaver/Angels:Pro: Buchholz is pitching great. They're at home, and will have Pedroia back.Con: Buchholz is only striking out 6.1/9, the Angels are 9th-best in the MLB at striking out and Weaver has been awesome. Also, Red Sox have not been hitting well.Chacin/Rockies against Kershaw/Dodgers:Pro: Chacin is strking out 10/9, with similar performances in recent minor league starts. Dodgers are in the bottom-half of the league for strikeouts.Con: Kershaw is a great pitcher, and the Dodgers are better than the Angels. And not at home.Rockies are +150, Red Sox are -140. Hm, bigger difference than I thought. I guess that's my decision.

Go with Boston. I'm starting the Angels so it will make our head-to-head battle more realistic.

[Dubey 1,035]

I'm starting Detroit against the Yankees tonight, so I doubt you have much to worry about.

[SBriand 4]

Tough pitching choice today...Volquez vs Diamondbacks. He throws strikes but throws just as many balls along with those strikes.or Richard vs Cubs. 10 game winning going against a Cub pitcher who is 0-0 with a 10+ ERA. He doesn't throw strikes consistently. Can have an 8 strike game and then two 1 strike games.Bah!