Rotoimbeciles: Recent Episodes
Lenny Melnick Fantasy Sports
On the next edition of rotoimbeciles we'll talk about the nice season for Miles Mikolas, Owen Miller is now gone, why do we all hate Jon Gray, and a downturn for Josh Hader.
On the next edition of rotoimbeciles we'll talk about the all star selections, the progress of Akil Baddoo, the overdue retirement of Aaron Barrett, and the immortal Rob Refsnyder.
This week we'll talk about Bobby Bonilla Day, the irascible Rob Refsnyder, the mercurial Cristian Pache, Jose Siri, and the remarkable Vinnie Pasquantino.
My notes (as of now) for this evening include the coming of Mark Appel, the leaving of Jonathan Villar, Jerad Eickhoff sucks, the June prosperity of Charlie Morton, and the great Jack Suwinski.
Has the Martin Perez we've all known and loved returned, Sandy (Alcantara) has been dandy, the fall of Joey Bart, and a gift to Yordan Alvarez.
Has the Martin Perez we've all known and loved returned, Sandy (Alcantara) has been dandy, the fall of Joey Bart, and a gift to Yordan Alvarez. This evening on rotoimbeciles, a family show.
This evening we'll take our weekly look at Nestor Cortes, George Costanza gets a start, the retirement of J.A. Happ, and the extraordinary Martin Perez.
Some of the topics covered will include the Yankees signing of Matt Carpenter, the big loss of Freddy Peralta, Paul DeJong hits the skids, and the greatness of Cristian Javier.
On this evening's rendition of rotoimbeciles we will talk about the greatness of Mookie Betts, Tyler Anderson, and Nick Pivetta,, what are they feeding Martin Perez in Texas, who the hell is Chase Silseth, the Matt Carpenter saga, and some of the birthdays celebrated today.
evening on rotoimbeciles we'll go over former pitching star Danny Salazar, the demotion of Akil Baddoo and Paul DeJong, the Padres signing of Robinson Cano, and who the hell is Ildemado Vargas.
This evening we'll go over the (possible) decline of Joey Votto and Nelson Cruz and the great Paul Blackburn.
This evening we'll talk about some surprise SP's in 2022, a prospect named Daniel Espino, the retirement of Jon Jay, who was also the first Chief Justice in US history, the return of Aaron Sanchez and Trayce Thompson, and some of the weeks' FAAB bids.
On this evening's show we'll talk about some heady FAAB pick ups and a few players who may be under the radar.
edition of rotoimbeciles we'll talk about my fantasy drafts, some retirements, and some late minor league signings.
On the next edition of rotoimbeciles, we'll talk about the Andrew Miller retirement, a chance on Luis Cessa, the signing of Sergio Romo, and like Tom Brady, the unretirement of Oliver Perez.
On the next edition of rotoimbeciles, we'll talk about the Andrew Miller retirement, a chance on Luis Cessa, the signing of Sergio Romo, and like Tom Brady, the unretirement of Oliver Perez.
If I'm above ground this evening we'll talk about the slew of free agent signings and the slow progress I'm making in my 15 team redraft.
On the next rendition of rotoimbeciles we'll talk about some of the latest minor league signings, my NL-only mock auction that took place this week, the continuing journey of Oswaldo Arcia, the retirement of Oliver Perez, and is Matt Carpenter finished.
Note we're back to the regular 6:30 time. On the next edition of rotoimbeciles we'll talk about Isiah Kiner-Falefa, the speedy Magneuris Sierra, what we think of Carter Kieboom, and the fall of Matt Harvey (again).
On this evening's episode we'll talk about the Eric Thames signing, what do we make of Rafael Ortega, the ray of light that's Collin McHugh, the great James Loney, the Trevor Bauer saga, and a guy named Brett Sullivan.
On the next edition of rotoimbeciles we'll talk about some Dodgers' prospects, who's the closer in SD, is Carlos Beltran a HOFer, and what to make of Victor Robles.
On the next edition of rotoimbeciles we'll touch on do we like Jo Adell for 2022, the best pitcher ever out of Eindhoven, Netherlands, the retirement of Big Ben, the HOF results and thoughts, and are we investing in Keibert Ruiz.
On the next edition of rotoimbeciles we'll talk about the retirement(s) of Melky Cabrera and Francisco Liriano, Rusney Castillo returns to the states, a letter to George Hubschman, and the great Luis Sojo.
During Sunday's edition of rotoimbeciles we'll talk about my fantasy football playoff draft, some baseball retirements that shook the world, the great Anthony Volpe, do we really know Nestor Cortes, Dereck Rodriguez is back, and some of the players who signed in Korea this offseason.
next showing of rotoimbeciles, we'll talk about the Cameron Maybin retirement, the great season of Cooper Kupp, some dynasty league free agents, the great Jody Gerut, and a few players to follow for upcoming drafts.
This week's podcast will deal with the (kind of) surprise retirement of Kyle Seager, a look at some of the minor leaguers the site is following, a question of Matt Chapman, and a trade made by yours truly in my dynasty league.
This evening on what may be a shorter episode, we'll cover the newest minor league and Korea/Japan signings and some of the possible sleepers who may be just under the radar for 2022.
On Sunday evening the podcast will cover some of the litany of minor league and Korea/Japan signings of players that no one (except me) cares about, what it takes for the perfect haircut, what's to become of Gregory Polanco, some early trade offers I've received in different leagues, and the future of Dan Straily.
This evening we'll talk about the latest minor league signings and the slew of players opting for Korea and Japan.
On Sunday's show we'll talk about how the Corey Seager contract threw the world out of balance, a guy named Isiah Kiner-Falefa, how I'll miss Freddy Galvis, the Marcus Stroman deal, and the return to the AL East for Jackie Bradley.
evening we'll be covering the Mets' multitude of moves, a guy named Dick Drott, the signing of Steven Matz, Yoshi Tsutsugo, Micahel Wacha, and Hector Neris, the Giants bolster their rotation, and the saga of Brent Honeywell.
This evening we'll talk about Wander Franco, the rise and fall of Niko Goodrum, the Noah Syndergaard deal, the Eduardo Rodriguez and Andrew Heaney signings, and the AL and NL award season. Hope to see a few of you in the chat room for some life lessons.
On the next edition of rotoimbeciles we'll talk about Elijah Dukes, the Golden Age HOF ballot, what the future holds for Scott Oberg, the Rams ink Odell Beckham, and the great Jhoulys Chacin.
evening we'll talk about some of the banishments off the 40 man roster, the retirement of Buster Posey, what will Freddie Freeman command in free agency, and Charlie Blackmon will be returning to Coors.
We'll talk about some ghoulish things like the Marcus Semien free agency charge, the retirement of Bubba Starling, a guy named Trent Oeltjen, and the maddening ways of Joey Gallo.
At 6:30 on Sunday evening we'll be covering the long career of Dusty Baker, Derrick Henry is a fantasy monster, is Corbin Burnes worthy of a Cy Young, the enigmatic Adam Duvall, and the incomparable Nick Castellanos.
Tonight we'll talk about the great Mad Max, Logan Webb, the mercurial Jose Cardenal, and a guy named Paul Schreiber.
This evening we'll touch on some 2021 postseason nuggets, the mercurial Alcides Escobar, the C.J. Cron extension, the crafty lefty Andrew Heaney, and the Rays' Randy Arozarena.
This evening we'll talk about the Devin Williams incident, some good young AL pitchers, the enigmatic Patrick Corbin, and my very own PK Justin Tucker.
This evening (6:30) we'll talk about the Bichette family, a 30/30 season, the great Eddie Rosario, and some tidbits on Adam Duvall.
On the next rendition of rotoimbeciles we'll talk about the great Max Scherzer, was Bob Walk really that unappealing to look at, whatever became of Edwin Encarnacion, and was Rob Deer really misunderstood.
On tonight's edition of rotoimbeciles I'll go over my 9 experts (and me) fantasy football draft, the great Sandy Alcantara, is Adam Wainwright a HOFer, a big disappointment named Franchy Cordero, a new phrase for me: the ultimate grand slam, and the trials and tribulations of Deven Marrero.
This week on another rendition of rotoimbeciles we'll try to talk about Brad Hand (job), the great Jose Quintana, the return of Jose Marmolejos, and can we really vote for Robbie Ray as the AL Cy Young winner.
On this edition of roto imbeciles we'll talk about why the number 23 is so important, Aristophanes is ridiculous, the life and times of Jordan Lyles, say goodbye to Hollywood and Sean Doolittle, and have we seen the last of Gregory Polanco.
On the next rotoimbeciles we'll talk about is this the end for Jake Arrieta, we all need some Akil Baddoo, the comedian and baseball pitcher Steven Wright, and the trials and tribulations of the Gilbert boys, Logan and Tyler.
Just to give you a little something to live for, on Sunday evening we'll talk about Logan Webb, Cal Quantrill, Jake Arrieta, the newly found Renato Nunez, who the "F" is Logan Ondrusek, and the lackluster Josh Fleming.
On the newest installment of rotoimbeciles we'll be talking the Cole Hamels signing by the Dodgers, the very successful German Marquez, Ramon Laureano and PED's, and the fall of Jake Arrieta.
On the latest installment of rotoimbeciles at 6:30 on Sunday we'll talk about some of the big baseball deadline action, the newfound greatness of Matt Harvey, Rodolfo Castro is really Mickey Mantle, and some great LH closers.
Also we'll look into the continuing saga of Rafael Ortega and the career of a forgotten good closer, Rafael Soriano. Just a couple guys named Rafael.
In this week's edition of rotoimbeciles we'll be talking about Josiah Gray, the great Tylor Megill, a nice career for Luis Tiant, and the DFA by the Reds of Jose DeLeon.
Hopefully in the next edition of rotoimbeciles we'll talk about some great players who aren't in the HOF, how the injury to Ronald Acuna creates trade talk in keeper leagues, Adam Eaton lands on his feet (for now), and all the latest fantasy news that's fit to print.
In this evening's rendition of rotoimbeciles we'll talk about all star snubs, the reinvented Orlando Arcia, the legend of The Dark Knight, and the Rowdy Tellez trade.
This evening we'll go over some useless real life players and how they pertain to the fantasy landscape, if they do at all.
This evening (Sunday) the show will touch on trade offers received, the Aaron Civale injury, the enigma that is Brett Anderson, a Yu Darvish milestone, some presidential tidbits, and the rise and (mostly) fall of Dean Kremer.
On tonight's edition of rotoimbeciles we can touch on the shaky first 2 starts of Jackson Kowar, is Miguel Andujar back, just when I start to show a little love for Martin Perez, the Jesse Winker phenomenon, and whatever happened to Keston Hiura.
On this edition of rotoimbeciles we'll talk about the new Yankee first baseman (for now) Chris Gittens, the ageless Rich Hill, "Big Game" James Shields, the great Kevin Gausman, and the mercurial Martin Perez.
On a Memorial Day edition of rotoimbeciles we'll go over the historic season of Carlos Rodon, the Josh Lindblom ouster, the late great Smoky Burgess, the Triple-A success of Jo Adell, Jeff Hoffman does suck, and Johneshwy Fargas is no Huggy Bear!!
On a Memorial Day edition of rotoimbeciles we'll go over the historic season of Carlos Rodon, the Josh Lindblom ouster, the late great Smoky Burgess, the Triple-A success of Jo Adell, Jeff Hoffman does suck, and Johneshwy Fargas is no Huggy Bear!!
This evening we'll talk about a possible 7th no hitter while we're podcasting, how a man with dementia mows a 300x300 lot without a lawn mower, is Domingo German fantasy useful, the trials and tribulations of Randy Dobnak, some trade offers, the Willy Adames trade to Milwaukee, and an indiscretion by a Braves' pitcher.
On the latest edition of rotoimbeciles we'll talk about the Albert Pujols signing, the newcomer Logan Gilbert, Braves add Shane Greene, and the Steve Carlton road to retirement.
On this recital of rotoimbeciles we'll touch on the burgeoning number of baseball no-hitters, the HOF season of Carlos Rodon, the "imperfect" game, the marvelous Marv Rackley, Alcides Escobar is back and he's alright, a few trade offers that I received, the Joe McEwing mystique, and some savvy FAAB bids.
On the next rendition of rotoimbeciles we'll talk about Tanner Roark, Sam "May Day" Malone, the retirement of Neil Walker, the Mike Tauchman trade, a great season for Aroldis Chapman, and a miserable go of it for Kyle Hendricks.
We'll talk on this week's edition of rotoimbeciles about the greatness of Jacob deGrom, some weekly FAAB bids, the comeback of Jed Lowrie, the very brittle Dinelson Lamet, the unsinkable Seth Brown, and the essence of lower end mediocrity Tyler Anderson.
evening we'll talk about some FAAB bids for the week, the phenomenon known as Corbin Burnes, a new career for Jedd Gyorko, where have you been Sean Kazmar, a disaster of a return for Shelby Miller, the venerable Jed Lowrie, is Schebler a name of a woman's body part, and a couple of trade offers.
This evening we can also talk about the greatest pitcher of our time Corbin Burnes, some fantasy trade offers I received this week, the great Nelson Cruz, and the first no hitter in Padres' history.
Tomorrow we'll talk about my 3 NL-only league drafts this week, the Rougned Odor release, Trevor Rosenthal on the shelf, the Lance McCullers deal with the Astros, and is this the end for "King" Felix Hernandez.
This evening on an all new edition of rotoimbeciles we'll go over my AL-only draft from this past Monday and my very slow 15 team redraft that's currently going on.
evening on a brand new installment of rotoimbeciles, we'll be talking about Austin Gomber, the reports of Brandon Finnegan's demise are greatly exaggerated, the retirement and career of Nick Markakis, the Anderson pitchers, Rockies' closers, and my trade of Ronald Acuna in one of my NL-only.
we'll talk about the rise and fall of Keon Broxton, the anatomy of a fantasy trade, the retirement of Kelvin Herrera, the return of Scott Kazmir, and a change of venue for Dustin Fowler and Jeremy Jeffress.
The biggest news I have so far for this week is that Cody Allen retired and that Derek Dietrich signed a minor league deal with the Yankees. I'll have to dig up some dirt on a few former players. I want to also mention my 8 round supplemental dynasty draft that's taking place this week.
The biggest news I have so far for this week is that Cody Allen retired and that Derek Dietrich signed a minor league deal with the Yankees. I'll have to dig up some dirt on a few former players. I want to also mention my 8 round supplemental dynasty draft that's taking place this week.
installment of rotoimbeciles we'll dive into both the Rockies' signing of Greg Bird and the Yankees inking of Jay Bruce, one of my favorite all-time players Matt Szczur, Matt Harvey and King Felix to the O's, the plethora of other FA moves this week, and Yasiel Puig remains on the outside looking in.
evening we'll talk about the Jonathan Villar contract or was there a deal, the Matt Moore signing, Jon Schoop returns to the Tigers, Marcell Ozuna goes back to the Braves, the Trevor Bauer fiasco, and maybe even some updates on an important game being played.
This evening we'll talk about the Jonathan Villar contract or was there a deal, the Matt Moore signing, Jon Schoop returns to the Tigers, Marcell Ozuna goes back to the Braves, the Trevor Bauer fiasco, and maybe even some updates on an important game being played.
This evening we'll talk about some of the cheaper free agent signing such as Eddie Rosario, Cesar Hernandez, Wilson Ramos, and Freddy Galvis and some of the more costly adventures in the case(s) of J.T. Realmuto and George Springer. We can also touch on what free agents are still homeless and can Matt Moore become fantasy relevant again.
On the next episode of rotoimbeciles we'll be talking about the lives of King Hap and Taco before they became famous, a couple of expensive Red Sox signings, did the Blue Jays overpay for George Springer, what Chris Devenski could mean for the D'Backs, does Jon Lester add anything to the Nats' rotation, and when Jose Canseco was a HOFer.
Also, who do we think is the next Marlins closer: the recently signed Anthony Bass or Yimi Garcia? The latter was pretty good for the Marlins in 2020: 15 IP, 9 HA, 1 ER, 1 SV, and a 19/5 K/BB. And I kind of like (a little) the Twins $8M deal for SP J.A. Happ. The Angels also gifted SP Jose Quintana with the same deal as Happ.
On the next installment of rotoimbeciles we'll be talking about the free agent legitimacy of Cesar Hernandez, the failing legacy of Robinson Cano, some bad lifetime WAR's, who the "F" is Kalen Ballage, is Dwight Evans a HOFer, the great Jon Singleton, is Zac Gallen a top 20 pitcher, and White Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet.
In the latest installment of rotoimbeciles we'll cover some free agents and where they're heading, the great Dalvin Cook and all he's meant to me this fantasy football season, who the hell is Eric Jokisch, and Eddie Rosario oddity, 2020 draft pick Garrett Crochet, Zac Gallen and can he get better, and a man that took the money and ran (not Steve Miller) in Jon Singleton.
We'll be talking about the reincarnation of Justin Smoak, the Dalvin Cook signing, the great Shane Bieber, the Eric Hosmer injury, the rejuvenation of Corbin Burnes, and the sudden humanity for Zac Gallen.
On Sunday evening we'll be talking about Steven Souza, the Bucs signing of Leonard Fournette, say goodbye to Justin Smoak, some FAAB bids in my leagues, and the great Clayton Kershaw.
Tonight we'll visit the Dallas Keuchel press conference, the great signings of Asdrubal Cabrera and Craig Stammen, Tyson Ross returns west, Jason Castro, the Luis Robert extension, and the mercurial Edwin Jackson.
Tonight we'll talk about some of the recent signings, Chris Tillman, Tyler Saladino, Shogo Akiyama, and some failed #1 overall draft picks.
This evening we'll be covering the latest (and greatest) baseball moves, who was Al Spangler, the great Curtis Granderson, some off-beat free agents, Zack Cozart, Wade Miley, Matt Kemp, and the league change for Gio Gonzalez.
This evening we'll talk about the Corey Kluber trade, the Bumgarner signing, the terrible Sept of Wade Miley and his off-season of discontent, Matt Szczur, the possible return of Bartolo Colon, the great Rick Porcello, my disgust over the Martin Perez contract, Sandy Alcantara, the greatest athlete of all time Lamar Jackson, the Nomar Mazara trade, and (hopefully) much more.
This evening we'll talk about Cam Newton, Dellin Betances, the non-tenders of Cesar Hernandez, Kevin Pillar, Maikel Franco, and Kevin Gausman, the great Donovan Solano, who's this Josh Lindblom fellow, the signing of Zack Wheeler, the trade of Tommy Pham, Howie Kendrick, Eric Hosmer, and much more.
This evening we'll talk about the Fresh Prince of Belair Will Smith, Carlos Beltran, the retirement of Khristopher Negron, Daniel Hudson, the terrible contract the O's bestowed on Alex Cobb, the great Darren O'Day, the venerable Adam Wainwright, the misunderstood Frank Schwindel, Cole Hamels, the mystery of Brandon Wood, and the free agency of Travis D'Arnaud.
Tonight we'll talk about the sad tale of Lewis Brinson, the terrible contract by the O's for Alex Cobb, players who lasted on the HOF ballot for the full 15 years without getting in, D.B. Cooper and Cooper Kupp, Frank Schwindel, Cole Hamels, the great Nick Ahmed, Freddy Galvis, one-time prospect Brandon Wood, and the mercurial Yusmiero Petit.
Tonight we'll be talking about Nick Ahmed, Keon Broxton, the great Otis Nixon, some opt outs, releases, and free agents including Mike Moustakas, Yasmani Grandal, and Starlin Castro, the musician Mason Williams, the retirement of Mike Olt, whatever happened to Jacoby Ellsbury, a real waste of money on Chris Davis, and (hopefully) much more.
This evening we'll talk about the emergence of Jose Urquidy, the #8 overall NFL pick T.J. Hockenson, some World Series tidbits, the great Ted Simmons, the not-so-great Chase Edmonds, why are we talking about Jake Elmore and Jake Marisnick, the worst regular position player ever, the retirement of Mike Olt, David Ross becomes the Cubs' manager, whatever happened to Jacoby Ellsbury, Tacko Fall is very tall, Evan Gattis, former GB QB Matt Flynn, and my guy Chris Devenski.