how long is the phillies' Cole Hamels contract?
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He hasn't signed a long-term deal with the Phils, so that makes him like most rookies.  Since he only has one year of major league experience, he'll be an automatic resign for next season.  After three years, he'll be eligible for salary arbitration, but he's the Phillies' property until after six years of major league service time.\n\nMy guess is that they work on a long-term deal either next year or in the third year of his contract.  That way, they lock up a key piece for their future and avoid arbitration, which can be a sore point for both sides.
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The Phillies will likely be worse as they have severely downgraded at closer and traded pitcher Padilla away. Their offense will take a hit as Rowand will be worse than Michaels/Lofton, although he has a better glove. Also, Bell/Nunez and Lieberthal/Fasano will fall even further below being average producers for their position. The Mets will be much improved, and the Braves will probably drop 5 games in the standings
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Would say Lidge, but he's already been axed temporarily. He's been demoted to a bullpen role while Wheeler and Qualls share the closer duty. Well, cross one off the list.\n\nWould also say Isringhausen, but he plays for the Cards, so a closer isnt as important to them. Also, Isringhausen is good when he needs to be, as in late september and the playoffs.\n\nWould say Street but Duscherer (who i think would be his replacement) is now on the 15 day DL. If i had to pick somebody,  it would be Chad Cordero. Earns quite a lot of money, yet isnt used. No point in keeping him.
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In my opinion, he will not end up signing with a team and retire for good.  I think last year was the first time ever he began to look "old" on the mound.  His age has finally caught up to him, and I think he realizes that, and that is why he will retire.
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paul konerko is pretty slow. so are the molinas esp benjie. but none of them have any stolen bases in 1000 ab let alone 1000 games.
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Obviously SORRYano wanted a ton of  money. It would be hard to keep Howard and utley if they had signed him. Phillies need  pitching not  another bat. They are not the yankees.\n(IE. Filling the lineup with all star bats and no pitching)
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ok these guys are a little off.  Helton finally has people hitting behind him.  Howard has struggled a little.  This is his first full year, he will struggle at times.  He IS a stud, but helton is a super stud.  Helton will give you average, power, rbis and TONS of runs, remember he is like pujols minus 10 hrs.  He will hit .330 with 30 hrs and 45 doubles, with high on base.  TONS of Runs scored.  Do the trade unless it is a keeper league.  Helton is the man and he has some young studs batting behind him.  Howards bats 5th with noone behind him.  Helton is a much safer pick
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C'mon. Can we tame the excitement just a hair. I like Alay too, I'm originally from Cuba. But the guy is 2-1 in 6 Starts. Please chill. Prince Fielder ( .298 BA 14 HR 40 RBI 35 R 5 SB) is out there in the NL. Hanley Ramirez (.262 BA 3 HR 20 RBI 53 R 20 SB). Ryan Zimmerman (.274 BA 10 HR 46 RBI 37 R 5 SB) Dan Uggla .313 BA 13 HR 43 RBI 49 R 4 SB). Plus they've all been starters on their teams since opening day. All or any of these guys are far more deserving of the NL Rookie of the Year.
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I think that he would be a great fit for this team.  I like the pinstripes.  Phillies Pinstripes are much better than that crappy new york team ____um(lol)  I really dont think that ny owns pinstipes--really I dont
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The best thing for them to do is to take it easy (i.e. don't trade him right away, NOT slack off on some games) for another month, and see where they are on July 28th or so.  If they think they can still contend, then they need to keep him; however, most likely they will not be in it by then (I hate saying that, I'd like to see the little guys play well, but let's face it, there's just not as much parity in MLB as there is in the NFL).  The nice thing is that they can afford to wait and listen to some serious offers, and as long as they stay within striking distance, they can drive the offers up.\n\nThey will definitely lose him at the end of the season, so they would be wise to trade him for some good talent that is locked up for a year or two, but the closer they are, the more they'll get for him.
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Philadelphia Athletics
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Not knowing your exact team makeup, ie number of  SP number of Closers or whether the league is Head to Head or rotissiere, I can't be certain.  However of those listed Saito is the best choice strictly on ability.  A good closer who should have the job for awhile makes him a worthwhile add.  If by some chance your league counts holds as well as saves, Zumaya would be the top choice.  If you need a SP more, I'm not particularly impressed with those you listed.  Shields might be OK, but is Scott Olsen of the Marlins available?  I imagine Josh Johnson also of Florida is gone, but I'd rank Olsen ahead of any of the guys you named, and fellow Marlin Ricky Nolasco might also be as good or better choice than Shields.  Another option is Cole Hamels.  He's been shaky last couple of starts, but I think he'll turn it around and be a very good fantasy SP.  In fact I'd add Olsen, Saito, and Hamels if all were available.  Do you have any bench hitters you can drop?  The bench isn't very important in most fantasy leagues.  I'm in first or contending in some leagues with no extra hitters.
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It's a real tough choice to make for management.  Nady has been a huge surprise and Lastings Milledge is the future.  Omar Minaya said on 5-31 that it's Nady's job when he comes back.  They will send Milledge back because they don't want him to sit on the bench.  We'll see.  Did you see that outfield assist to 3rd
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Im not sure if they have let that information out yet. The Associated Press reported the Minnesota Vikings signing him to an undisclosed contract.
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hamels, billingsley need to go...there are better options.  reyes (cardinals) has been pitching well.  josh johnson (marlins) has been really good too.\n\ncatcher position typically doesn't produce much offense.  so if you're going to go cheap there, try damian ross, olivo or johjima  for a little more money.\n\nyou got tons of money geared towards hitting....soriano is very streaky and right now he is ice cold.  ibanez is a solid cheaper option for OF.  if you want some MIs, you can take a look at iguchi, sanchez (pirates), and ramirez( marlins) who's starting to hit again.  if you can save some money here but still have solid hitters, you can upgrade your rookie pitchers.
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It was Jeffey Leonard of the San Francisco Giants vs the St Louis Cardinals. This from a guy who hit only 17 HR for the season.
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For baseball players I think it was either Nolan Ryan or Ricky Henderson. Not too sure though.  I know that Albert Belle got the first $10 million per year contract.