Roto-Rx

The Doctor is in...

Question #1: Who was the best Athlete you’ve seen play baseball? – Frankie, Long Beach, NY

Frankie: A big shout out to everyone in Long Beach. Grandma Roto used to live there when I was a Baby Doc...it's a great place in the summer time. Ok, now to your question...Dr. Roto knows that there have been many amazing athletes to play the game of baseball, but the best that Dr. Roto has seen is none other than---Bo Jackson. How many guys could hit a 450 ft HR, throw a runner out at home from deep CF, and run for a 99 yd TD on Monday night football? Bo was a monster...

Question #2: Alberto Callaspo has had a pretty good year. I have him for $1. Is he worth keeping? – David, Tampa, FL

David: What does Callaspo really do well? He hits for a nice average, but has no speed or power to speak of. Is he decent? Sure. But is he a protect...only if you are desperate. Ask yourself this question: How much did Aaron Hill go for at your draft this year? My guess was not much (assuming you are in a mixed league). Pass on Callaspo.

Question #3: Where will Pablo Sandoval’s permanent position ultimately be? – Rick, San Francisco, CA

Rick: You ask a great question here, Rick. Dr. Roto makes the guess that 3B will be the spot for Sandoval. I am not sure they want to burden him behind the plate (he makes a great 3rd catcher on their roster), and his 1B defense is just so-so. Right now, Juan Uribe is NOT the 3B of the future in SF. Sandoval could fill the position for years if Brian Sabean chooses.

Question #4: What effect if any does expanding the MLB rosters have on Rotisserie Baseball? – Carlos, New Orleans, LA

Carlos: It has a huge effect on rosters. Unless a team is competing for the playoffs, they want to see how their young players stack up at the major league level. Regulars may only play 6-7 innings, they may also sit an extra game or two. Now is the time to really pay attention if you are close to winning your league. You have to know who is getting the AB's and who is getting the green light on the bases. Also, pay close attention to guys who are padding stats. Just watch some guys get 5-10 SB in the last two weeks of the season...it is the easiest thing to inflate when pitchers stop holding them close.

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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