Month: May 2016

Episode 30

Episode 30

Host T-Ray and co-host Joe talk in detail about the four games this past week (1 vs. Giants, 3 @ BayStars). Joining the second half of recaps is @King_Rakkasan. We choose our players of the week, talk about our ideal starting lineup and pitching rotation moving forward, get a fantasy update, and predict the week to come as well. Also, a reminder…

Hague, Kakefu Ready for 36’s Promotion

Hague, Kakefu Ready for 36’s Promotion

One of the most frequently asked questions on the Facebook page is: “How’s Hague doing on the farm?” or “When is Hague coming back up?” This article should shed a little light on that, though the latter question can’t really be answered until we hear something in the press. Original article can be found here…

@ BayStars – May 13-15 – Subpar Performance “Earns” Tie

Myth: The BayStars have a terrible pitching staff and a dynamite hitting order. The opposite has been true more often than not this season so far. Though the Tigers entered this one 6-2 against the last place team so far, they would need their best pitching and hitting just to stay competitive in this one. Game…

To End an Ironman Streak…

To End an Ironman Streak…

Player A is well-paid and is a core team member. This year, though, he is hitting under .250. While he has never been known for his power, he certainly can do better than the single home run he has produced thus far. He has somehow gone from reliable hitter to double play maker. Not only that,…

vs. Giants – May 10-11 – Can’t Buy a Win @ Koshien

After two embarrassing losses at the hands of the Yakult Swallows, the Tigers needed a big two-game series at home before hitting the road on the weekend. Their opponents thoroughly humiliated them last time at Koshien, and revenge was on their minds. Could they turn the tables on their most bitter rivals? Game 38 –…

Podcast Episode 29

Podcast Episode 29

Host T-Ray and co-host Joe talk in detail about the six games this past week (@ Dragons, vs. Swallows). We choose our players of the week, talk about how we would deal with the 4-foreigner conundrum, get a fantasy update, and predict the week to come as well. Also, a reminder to send us your pictures for “Humans of Koshien”!…

Fantasy Tigers 2016 – Update 5

Fantasy Tigers 2016 – Update 5

The interesting thing about fantasy Tigers is that even though you want the Tigers to win and every player to do well, you definitely want your own guys to be getting counting stats, and you cheer extra for your own guys! Look at the ever-so-slight difference in team batting average this week! Every hit matters! The…

vs. Swallows – May 6-8 – Below .500 at Koshien!

The Tigers were looking for just their second three-game winning streak of the year, and needed a strong series to distance themselves from the defending Central League champions, who have shown signs of waking out of their early spring slumber. Game 35 – Friday, 5/6: The last time the Tigers’ starting nine’s average age was…

Fantasy Tigers 2016 – Update 4

Fantasy Tigers 2016 – Update 4

We have now played our way into the month of May! The season is starting to take shape, but the fantasy league sees most categories still up for grabs! The original fantasy draft (in order) can be seen here. Keep in mind that farm teams (marked with “2” after the owner’s name) have their overall stats…