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Brad Johnson
1:02
Welcome everyone, we'll get started in a few moments.
Jersey Boy
1:03
I thought you took a hiatus from fantasy baseball. Is the novel finished? Welcome back.
Brad Johnson
1:05
Thanks for asking. Mondays are for baseball this year. The rest of the week is for fiction. The novel is complete and in a beta state. Just getting the first wave of reader feedback now. There's always something to improve, but I'm excited about the shape it's in.
Sergeant V
1:05
Thoughts on Jazz vs V Grissom at 2B?
Brad Johnson
1:07
It's no contest. Jazz has some Tatisian traits. While he's unlikely to ever reach that level, it's possible. Grissom looked like he was overmatched after the league adjusted to his arrival. The Braves obviously believe in him long term, but it could be a rocky "sophomore" campaign for him
In particular, Grissom's quality of contact was pretty sketchy
Anthony Rendon
1:07
What's your take on his production this year?
Brad Johnson
1:09
It's hard to get enthusiastic about the rebound potential of somebody who once said they didn't like baseball
Like, what's his motivation to improve mid-contract? Personal pride?
1:10
I don't have any insight into his health, but I'm expected roughly .240/.330/.390 from him
John
1:10
Any sleeper 2nd basemen in categories? Always end up with Brandon Lowe and seems just like an “eh” pick
Brad Johnson
1:10
I like Ketel Marte to outperform Lowe
1:11
I don't really have a true sleeper at the position. Someone might emerge on the Pirates, they have a few interesting choices.
Catchers
1:11
I'm in a keeper league trying to decide between Keibert Ruiz and Gabe Morano.  Who do you like
Brad Johnson
1:12
Ruiz projects better in 2023 while Moreno is the better long term play imo.
Guest
1:12
In an NL Only dynasty league, is Vaughn Grissom worth $21?
Brad Johnson
1:12
Probably not. It's a bit much. I can check though.
1:14
He actually projects for $16 per ATC. Was expecting closer to $12. That's on a high-400s PA total too so easily over $21 in a full season.
That said, I think the projections are landing bullish on his hitting contributions.
Buffy the Umpire Slayer
1:14
what is the most unusual/unique fantasy baseball league you have ever played?
Brad Johnson
1:15
I used to invent silly leagues as part of my beat so I've tried a lot of them. Given your username, you might be interested in vampire leagues.
Basically, the loser of the week is eliminated and everybody drafts players from their team in order of the previous week's performance.
Mike
1:16
Third base is a dumpster fire. What are some good sleepers at the position? Moncada?
Brad Johnson
1:16
Just sent out a piece with Moncada praise. His BABIP was 77 points below his career *average*
1:17
He was playing through an oblique issue. I think the BABIP rebounds to the .340-.350 range with around a 120 wRC+. And he costs nothing at all.
Mike
1:18
should I keep Skubal over Josh Bell/Hoskins? 12 team 24 keeper dynasty
Brad Johnson
1:18
I wouldn't.
jdf21
1:18
What are the details on your book?  Also, have you thought about switching over to non-fiction and writing a biography of Brad Johnson the qb?  Wouldn't be confusing at all...
Brad Johnson
1:18
Not the place to discuss my book *too* much. It's fantasy fiction. I hate non-fiction.
David Forst
1:19
Who is the most fantasy relevante A's player?
Brad Johnson
1:19
Ramon Laureano low-key projects for around a 20/20 season with a playable AVG and mid-lineup role.
RainDanceMaggie
1:19
Carlos Santana expectations?
Brad Johnson
1:20
Very low. He's there for the veterany filling more than anything he can do on the field.
Guest
1:20
Is trout still worth a first round pick in a 12 team league?
Brad Johnson
1:20
Yes. Certainly. Though it's defensible to pass him into the low-teens.
Nl only Keeper question
1:20
Acuna 41, tatis 26, jazz 20, carroll 2. Harris 2, abrams 2...can keep 5..should i keep abrams and toss acuna back  and fight for him at auction or just cut the risk and keep acuna let abrams go
Brad Johnson
1:20
I'd keep Acuna.
1:21
Abrams is going to hit bottom of the order and the outlook has soured towards second division, bottom of the lineup guy
Charlie O
1:21
Mahle for a CI type like Miranda in Head to Head 12 team dynasty. He wants Pablo Lopez and I feel that Mahle is more even for both parties. Thoughts?
Brad Johnson
1:22
Yea, that's reasonable, assuming the relevant need and depth. I also don't discern much difference between Lopez and Mahle.
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