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The Doctor is in...

Question #1: Will the Washington Nationals be able to sign Stephen Strasburgh before the impending deadline? If not, what will happen? Will he go the route of J. D. Drew? – Roger, Gainesville, FL

Roger: Dr. Roto doubts that even the Nationals will be able to screw this one up. Boras will get them to pay and pay they will. If they blow this one...the team may end up moving once again so their 10 fans don't kill them.

Question #2: Call it. Halladay – stay or go? – Jim, Toledo, OH

Jim: Should he stay or should he go now?...if he goes the Blue Jays will be in trouble...and if they get nothing for him down the road their fans will be seeing double. So Dr, Roto wants to let you know....Roy Halladay should go (but may not)

Question #3: Your thoughts on the F. U. pitch. Is it ok for my 13 year old son to throw? – Peter, Greensboro, NC

Peter: Excellent question Peter as all fathers out their are concerned about the effects that this pitch will have on their son's arms (and future careers). Dr. Roto thinks that for now the pitch is safe to throw, but be careful that your son doesn't upset the opposing batter too much.

Question #4: What can you tell me about Nolan Reimold of the Orioles. My partner LOVES him as a prospect and keeps bugging me to trade for him. – Damon, El Monte, CA

Damon: Dr. Roto can tell you to start listening to your partner. Reimold is a terrific young hitter who showed some initial power when first called up. Lately, he has added speed to his arsenal. When he puts it all together...watch out!

Question #5: The Royals have a lot of decent home grown players but Billy Butler it seems is mentioned the least of the group. He’s still only 22 I think. Your thoughts on him going forward? – Michael, Overland Park, KS

Michael: Dr. Roto implores you to be patient with Butler. He is having a very nice year thus far and will be in line for a big breakthrough next year if he can stay healthy.

Question #6: It looks like Ricky Romero will be the #1 guy after Halladay is gone. Would this actually lower his values because he will now have to face other #1 starters? – Manuel, Bayamon, Puerto Rico

Manuel: Very insightful question, Manuel. Yes, this would lower his value considerably, especially in the Wins category. Let's see...Romero facing Sabathia, Beckett, Shields...doesn't look good at all. Better hope that McGowan comes back to save him from going 9-15 next year!

The Doctor is out...

Mark Bloom (aka Dr. Roto) is the former owner of Roto-Rx, a fantasy website featured in a UPN newscast. He has been an active competitor and commissioner in fantasy leagues for close to 20 years winning numerous league titles.

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