Week 3 started out as hopeful for some and perhaps overly cautious for others according to the message boards. The light of Tuesday and a look at the final scores has proven most expectations rather incorrect. Some new emotional depths have been reached by me and I can only assume others. And yet others are riding rainbows of happiness sprinkled with the tail wags of a happy puppies. Let's get to that which went down:
Average score came back to an earthly 97.5 points compared to last week's high-flying 110.8 pts. Scores were healthy, but nothing too outrageous or too terrible.
The average margin of victory was 12.5 pts this week. Just the one beat down as Hauser swallowed hard and may have had some watery eyes as he fell to Harris by 27.6 points.
Performer of The Week:
Lance Richter, 121.2 points. AND his beloved Buffalo Bills are 3-0. Anyone else believe our pal Lance is skipping about the Greater Hamilton Region on a joy high???
Honourable Mention to Jeff Alls and his 116.1 points.
Senorita Of The Week:
Ruh-roh. Not only did Mike D. beat your beloved commissioner, but he has moved out of the SOTW basement apartment, at least temporarily. The new tenant? One Jay Hauser and his 74.4 points and his bruised ego from the Harris beating.
The "Close-But-No-Cigar" Match (es) of The Week:
Two close ones this week: Kevin clipped Devo by just 0.9 (very tight - the names-ending-with-evin-on-names-ending-with-evin crime rate is rising) and yours truly fell to Mike D. by just 4.8 (Depressing, but I mostly blame my team. And Mike D).
3-0 Club:
Oh my. Just the one in the club and it is Ashby. Get ready for an unbearable week of the most insufferable, ego-driven, Hello Kitty-inspired trash talk you've heard for years. When will he fall. Soon, my pretties, soon.
The Jason Madge Memorial "Why Didn't I Start THAT Guy" Fantasy Player of The Week:
Massaquoi's 8 could have helped Devo and Gregor probably wishes he started Flacco and his 38.7. I'm just saying.
State of the League:
TEAM W L T PCT GB
FAST BOWLERS 3 0 0 1.000 --
Manning Down 2 1 0 .667 1
Stack's House 2 1 0 .667 1
Inglorious Bastards 2 1 0 .667 1
Team Tap Out 2 1 0 .667 1
Robert Pryce 2 1 0 .667 1
Team Cryptkeeper 2 1 0 .667 1
GENTLEMAN'S INTERMISSION 1 2 0 .333 2
Team BadNewsBrawlers 1 2 0 .333 2
Where To Next? 1 2 0 .333 2
T-Dot Triple Threat 0 3 0 .000 3
The Blue Steel Dynasty 0 3 0 .000 3
I can't speak for Eric/Pat/Sunny or Madge (mostly because what is happening is unspeakable), and it is safe to assume that Tim is most pleased with himself, but 9 teams at 2-1 and 1-2 will require some shaking out. Good luck on the waiver wire auction and happy week 4.
Commissionarily Yours,
Your Commissioner
Commissioner's Office, Suite 2200
New Commissioner's Plaza
100 Mbeki Tutu Mugabe Blvd.
Nairobi, Kenya
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Week 2 Summary - Karma's A Bitch
The highs of a Week 1 win have been tempered somewhat over the last few days as the reality of Week 2, dealing with injuries and playing an opponent much, much tougher than KEvin have all set in. The joy of the NFL season has been cut by the depths of sadness and a visit to a very dark place after suffering a loss. The off-season and the distraction of the lockout made me forget how emotionally involving this league is. The past week has also seen our first trades of the year and the associated controversy, justification, debate, and karmic retribution. Let's get to that which went down:
Average score jumped to a might big 110.8 points compared to last week's 96.1 pts. There were lots of fat score to help that average.
The average margin of victory was a very healthy 27.2 pts. Kevin bitch-slapped Mike D. by 52.8, Ashby treated Harris rather poorly by posting a winning margin of 44.5, and even Hauser gave Madge a little rough trade with a 31.7 point winning margin.
Performer of The Week:
Tim Ashby, 158.6 points. Which is rather a lot of points. And they came from almost everybody in his line up. Nicey. Just don't bring up the nanny.
Honourable Mentions to Kevin (126), Hauser (125.9), and Lance (125.3).
Senorita Of The Week:
The more things change, the more they stay the same. Mike D. and his 73.2 points this week have deepened his pedigree of suckitude. At least he got rid of the Jamaal Charles time bomb that was looming on his roster.
The "Close-But-No-Cigar" Match (es) of The Week:
Only two matches decided by less than 10 points this week - Fusco fell to Devo by just 7.2 and Jeff lost to Lance by 9.8. Not as dramatic as last week, but losing to Devo blows goats.
2-0 Club:
There must be some sort of problem with the Club's online reservation system as just three members - Ashby, Gregor, and Devin are shown on the roster. Were Eric/Pat/Sunny listed, I would suspect some sort of hacking scandal, but let's just hope our fine technicians in Bangladesh sort this out soon as this is no way to present this league to the public.
The Jason Madge Memorial "Why Didn't I Start THAT Guy" Fantasy Player of The Week:
The only instance that could have changed an outcome this week would have been Fred Jackson's 25 for Jeff. Tough luck, Antwerp.
State of the League:
I'm still happy to be back, but 1-1 doesn't feel very good, but it can't feel nearly as bad as 0-2. Right Madge, Mike D, and Eric/Pat/Sunny???
Commissionarily Yours,
Your Commissioner
Commissioner's Office, Suite 2200
New Commissioner's Plaza
100 Mbeki Tutu Mugabe Blvd.
Nairobi, Kenya
Average score jumped to a might big 110.8 points compared to last week's 96.1 pts. There were lots of fat score to help that average.
The average margin of victory was a very healthy 27.2 pts. Kevin bitch-slapped Mike D. by 52.8, Ashby treated Harris rather poorly by posting a winning margin of 44.5, and even Hauser gave Madge a little rough trade with a 31.7 point winning margin.
Performer of The Week:
Tim Ashby, 158.6 points. Which is rather a lot of points. And they came from almost everybody in his line up. Nicey. Just don't bring up the nanny.
Honourable Mentions to Kevin (126), Hauser (125.9), and Lance (125.3).
Senorita Of The Week:
The more things change, the more they stay the same. Mike D. and his 73.2 points this week have deepened his pedigree of suckitude. At least he got rid of the Jamaal Charles time bomb that was looming on his roster.
The "Close-But-No-Cigar" Match (es) of The Week:
Only two matches decided by less than 10 points this week - Fusco fell to Devo by just 7.2 and Jeff lost to Lance by 9.8. Not as dramatic as last week, but losing to Devo blows goats.
2-0 Club:
There must be some sort of problem with the Club's online reservation system as just three members - Ashby, Gregor, and Devin are shown on the roster. Were Eric/Pat/Sunny listed, I would suspect some sort of hacking scandal, but let's just hope our fine technicians in Bangladesh sort this out soon as this is no way to present this league to the public.
The Jason Madge Memorial "Why Didn't I Start THAT Guy" Fantasy Player of The Week:
The only instance that could have changed an outcome this week would have been Fred Jackson's 25 for Jeff. Tough luck, Antwerp.
State of the League:
I'm still happy to be back, but 1-1 doesn't feel very good, but it can't feel nearly as bad as 0-2. Right Madge, Mike D, and Eric/Pat/Sunny???
Commissionarily Yours,
Your Commissioner
Commissioner's Office, Suite 2200
New Commissioner's Plaza
100 Mbeki Tutu Mugabe Blvd.
Nairobi, Kenya
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
2011-2012 - Week 1 - We're Back!!!
Oh man, is it ever good to be back. The pre-season bitching and whining about the changes to the league was just a warm up for what lies ahead. I can't wait for the trash talk and bickering to start. Plus, I look forward to the re-kindling of old rivalries and the spewed vitriol that will accompany. It feels good to be writing this weekly summary and to stare at the warm glow of my Macbook as Fantasy Cast updates the action from so many miles away. I just wish I was there in person to be able to watch the games and trash talk one-on-one. Maybe we'll steer some of those league fees into a NetJets account so I can come back on weekends. It seems like a good use of funds.
Average score came in at 96.1 pts. which is in that mid-90's sweet spot that warms my statistical analysis heart. A sign of good things to come? Maybe. Proof that owner/managers are getting better at what they do? Highly unlikely.
The average margin of victory was a solid 19.3 pts. Devo whooped Mike D. but good by 39.5 and Gregor took the brothers Richter down by a big, big 47.7 pts.
Performer of The Week:
Gregor Davidson, 121.4 points. He may not be able to read emails and understand their content and then squeaky-wheel his way into a blog post, but his team can score.
Honourable Mentions to Ashby (111.2), Alls (109.8), Hauser (108.3 in a losing effort), and Harris (102.2).
Senorita Of The Week:
The more things change, the more they stay the same. Mike D. and 59.2 points have continued the precedent set last season. A season that will go down as one of the most shameful in league history. I'm waiting for his excuses on this one - probably blame jet lag from his Italian adventure or maybe just his Italian-ness.
The "Close-But-No-Cigar" Match (es) of The Week:
Three matches decided by less than 10 points this week - Fusco pushed Kevin into back-to-school-depression by 9.6 points, Harris edged Madge by 4.4 thanks to Brady's 56.2 and Ashby clipped Hauser by a mere 2.9.
1-0 Club:
Crowded and feeling rather less than exclusive. Table for 6, please. Fusco, Devo, Harris, Gregor, Ashby, and Alls are all here. Last year, for comparison, Week 1 was Fusco, Madge, Mike D, Ashby, Alls, and Lance. Clearly, it means nothing, but I'd prefer to be in the club than out on the street.
The Jason Madge Memorial "Why Didn't I Start THAT Guy" Fantasy Player of The Week:
This award's namesake (and former, never to repeat again champion) could have used Aaron Hernandez's 16. Kevin could have used Tolbert's 26. Hauser wishes he had Nelson's 13, and Pat/Eric/Sunny could have used Tate's 14.
State of the League:
I'm just happy to be back. And to have beaten Kevin. I feel joy.
Commissionarily Yours,
Your Commissioner
Commissioner's Office, Suite 2200
New Commissioner's Plaza
100 Mbeki Tutu Mugabe Blvd.
Nairobi, Kenya
Average score came in at 96.1 pts. which is in that mid-90's sweet spot that warms my statistical analysis heart. A sign of good things to come? Maybe. Proof that owner/managers are getting better at what they do? Highly unlikely.
The average margin of victory was a solid 19.3 pts. Devo whooped Mike D. but good by 39.5 and Gregor took the brothers Richter down by a big, big 47.7 pts.
Performer of The Week:
Gregor Davidson, 121.4 points. He may not be able to read emails and understand their content and then squeaky-wheel his way into a blog post, but his team can score.
Honourable Mentions to Ashby (111.2), Alls (109.8), Hauser (108.3 in a losing effort), and Harris (102.2).
Senorita Of The Week:
The more things change, the more they stay the same. Mike D. and 59.2 points have continued the precedent set last season. A season that will go down as one of the most shameful in league history. I'm waiting for his excuses on this one - probably blame jet lag from his Italian adventure or maybe just his Italian-ness.
The "Close-But-No-Cigar" Match (es) of The Week:
Three matches decided by less than 10 points this week - Fusco pushed Kevin into back-to-school-depression by 9.6 points, Harris edged Madge by 4.4 thanks to Brady's 56.2 and Ashby clipped Hauser by a mere 2.9.
1-0 Club:
Crowded and feeling rather less than exclusive. Table for 6, please. Fusco, Devo, Harris, Gregor, Ashby, and Alls are all here. Last year, for comparison, Week 1 was Fusco, Madge, Mike D, Ashby, Alls, and Lance. Clearly, it means nothing, but I'd prefer to be in the club than out on the street.
The Jason Madge Memorial "Why Didn't I Start THAT Guy" Fantasy Player of The Week:
This award's namesake (and former, never to repeat again champion) could have used Aaron Hernandez's 16. Kevin could have used Tolbert's 26. Hauser wishes he had Nelson's 13, and Pat/Eric/Sunny could have used Tate's 14.
State of the League:
I'm just happy to be back. And to have beaten Kevin. I feel joy.
Commissionarily Yours,
Your Commissioner
Commissioner's Office, Suite 2200
New Commissioner's Plaza
100 Mbeki Tutu Mugabe Blvd.
Nairobi, Kenya
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