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luckymann · 06-16-2021, 10:13 PM

After the Draft, we have a squad of 25 players that I'm fairly happy with. That said, there are a couple of glaring holes that need plugging. I use the first 2 of my 5 trades to try and do so.

TRADE 1/5 (01/15): CF Bill Friel and P Ed Doheny to Washington for UT Charlie Dexter.

With only 20 on the Active, flexibility is key. Dexter plays every position except pitcher and LF, the latter of which he'd have no issue filling it at. He's handy with the bat to boot. My kinda guy.

TRADE 2/5: (04/05): 1B Jiggs Donahue to Washington for 3B Charlie Irwin and LHP Win Kellum.

The one spot we have little depth at is SS. Irwin is merely a stop-gap backup there and at the hot corner until we can get our hands on someone more long-term. They threw Kellum in for nix. He's better than that. Plus, how can you not want a pitcher whose first name in Win on your roster?

OK, so after a ST that seems like a dream so well does it go, here's our final foundation squad (legacies will appear throughout in PURPLE):

CATCHERS

Ossee Schreckengrost: Far from the best backstop in the game, but the best available and should provide solid service both at and behind the plate.

Charlie Luskey: pure filler who'll see very little action and is RR bound once we need the spot.

INFIELDERS

Honus Wagner: Needs no introduction. Will play SS and hit at 3.

Jimmy Williams: The Laurel to Wagner's Hardy. Excellent across-the-board hitter with both solid contact and plenty of pop. Will bat clean-up and man 2B with the occasional fill-in at 3B.

Harry Steinfeldt: Our everyday man at the hot corner who projects to start off OK and get really good.

Danny Murphy: Selected as much – and even perhaps more – for his leadership qualities as his talents on the diamond. That said, he’s no slouch and will get plenty of game time at 2B and RF.

Jim Delahanty: A longer-term 1B / 2B project who won’t see much live game time initially but looks a good type.

Charlie Dexter: Will fill in where needed as needed. Will probably see most of his action from behind home plate.

Charlie Irwin: Will rarely start. The rickety lifeboat should - touch every wood known to man or beast - anything scupper SS Wagner.

OUTFIELDERS

Matty McIntyre: More of a slap hitter but an excellent plate discipline that should see him with a high OBP. Plus defensively in LF and solid in RF.

Lefty Davis: Speedy type with sharp eye at the plate, which makes him the perfect leadoff man. Will be our everyday RF although is only average in the field.

Billy Maloney: More journeyman than superstar, but will start off as our #1 CF. Also plays catcher, which enhanced his appeal.

Fred Ketcham: Pure RR filler.

ROTATION

Jack Chesbro (R): One of the club leaders and certainly the boss of the rotation. This will be his age-26 season so he's just about to enter his prime.

Deacon Phillippe (R): The ideal SP2. A slight step down in quality but a true workhorse who should give our rotation the stability and reliability it needs at its core.

Mike O’Neill (R): Just 24, and may struggle at this level to begin with but looks a likely type when he fully matures.

Frank Owen (R): All going accordingly, he'll eventually be the ace of this club. Only 21 now so I'll just be happy if he holds his own.

BULLPEN

John Malarkey (R): was so surprised to see him still in the pool in the 25th round. A nice surprise indeed, as he'll be our stopper this year.

Wiley Piatt (L): Will be our first-resource southpaw reliever. A real livewire.

Doc McJames (R): Perhaps our key reliever. Will be handed the ball for long relief duties whenever the starters struggle.

Cowboy Jones (L): A bit of a placeholder until some of the others come on. Will be mainly used for mop and slop.

Nick Altrock (L): A bit too much of a nibbler for my liking, a habit we'll be trying to coach out of him as he spends time on the RR.

Buttons Briggs (R): Will only see time in the short-term if injuries and/or form decree.

Joe Corbett (R): I really like the look of this guy and reckon he’s a bit of a dark horse, especially if we can get his mind how it needs to be as he has a few issues with regard to application and dedication. In the meantime, he’ll start on the RR.

Win Kellum (L): My earlier comments notwithstanding, if Win has made it onto the Active Roster, it means we are in all sorts of strife.

NEXT: SEASON 1901, THE BIRTH OF THE MLB

06-16-2021, 10:13 PM	#7
luckymann Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2019 Posts: 13,512	1901 Foundation Squad After the Draft, we have a squad of 25 players that I'm fairly happy with. That said, there are a couple of glaring holes that need plugging. I use the first 2 of my 5 trades to try and do so. TRADE 1/5 (01/15): CF Bill Friel and P Ed Doheny to Washington for UT Charlie Dexter. With only 20 on the Active, flexibility is key. Dexter plays every position except pitcher and LF, the latter of which he'd have no issue filling it at. He's handy with the bat to boot. My kinda guy. TRADE 2/5: (04/05): 1B Jiggs Donahue to Washington for 3B Charlie Irwin and LHP Win Kellum. The one spot we have little depth at is SS. Irwin is merely a stop-gap backup there and at the hot corner until we can get our hands on someone more long-term. They threw Kellum in for nix. He's better than that. Plus, how can you not want a pitcher whose first name in Win on your roster? OK, so after a ST that seems like a dream so well does it go, here's our final foundation squad (legacies will appear throughout in PURPLE): CATCHERS Ossee Schreckengrost: Far from the best backstop in the game, but the best available and should provide solid service both at and behind the plate. Charlie Luskey: pure filler who'll see very little action and is RR bound once we need the spot. INFIELDERS Honus Wagner: Needs no introduction. Will play SS and hit at 3. Jimmy Williams: The Laurel to Wagner's Hardy. Excellent across-the-board hitter with both solid contact and plenty of pop. Will bat clean-up and man 2B with the occasional fill-in at 3B. Harry Steinfeldt: Our everyday man at the hot corner who projects to start off OK and get really good. Danny Murphy: Selected as much – and even perhaps more – for his leadership qualities as his talents on the diamond. That said, he’s no slouch and will get plenty of game time at 2B and RF. Jim Delahanty: A longer-term 1B / 2B project who won’t see much live game time initially but looks a good type. Charlie Dexter: Will fill in where needed as needed. Will probably see most of his action from behind home plate. Charlie Irwin: Will rarely start. The rickety lifeboat should - touch every wood known to man or beast - anything scupper SS Wagner. OUTFIELDERS Matty McIntyre: More of a slap hitter but an excellent plate discipline that should see him with a high OBP. Plus defensively in LF and solid in RF. Lefty Davis: Speedy type with sharp eye at the plate, which makes him the perfect leadoff man. Will be our everyday RF although is only average in the field. Billy Maloney: More journeyman than superstar, but will start off as our #1 CF. Also plays catcher, which enhanced his appeal. Fred Ketcham: Pure RR filler. ROTATION Jack Chesbro (R): One of the club leaders and certainly the boss of the rotation. This will be his age-26 season so he's just about to enter his prime. Deacon Phillippe (R): The ideal SP2. A slight step down in quality but a true workhorse who should give our rotation the stability and reliability it needs at its core. Mike O’Neill (R): Just 24, and may struggle at this level to begin with but looks a likely type when he fully matures. Frank Owen (R): All going accordingly, he'll eventually be the ace of this club. Only 21 now so I'll just be happy if he holds his own. BULLPEN John Malarkey (R): was so surprised to see him still in the pool in the 25th round. A nice surprise indeed, as he'll be our stopper this year. Wiley Piatt (L): Will be our first-resource southpaw reliever. A real livewire. Doc McJames (R): Perhaps our key reliever. Will be handed the ball for long relief duties whenever the starters struggle. Cowboy Jones (L): A bit of a placeholder until some of the others come on. Will be mainly used for mop and slop. Nick Altrock (L): A bit too much of a nibbler for my liking, a habit we'll be trying to coach out of him as he spends time on the RR. Buttons Briggs (R): Will only see time in the short-term if injuries and/or form decree. Joe Corbett (R): I really like the look of this guy and reckon he’s a bit of a dark horse, especially if we can get his mind how it needs to be as he has a few issues with regard to application and dedication. In the meantime, he’ll start on the RR. Win Kellum (L): My earlier comments notwithstanding, if Win has made it onto the Active Roster, it means we are in all sorts of strife. NEXT: SEASON 1901, THE BIRTH OF THE MLB Attached Images __________________ HISTORICAL DO-OVERS A'S RED SOX DODGERS CUSTOM SAVES ECLIPSE LEAGUE MOON SHOT LEAGUE EVERYMAN LEAGUE GULF LEAGUE USBA Last edited by luckymann; 06-18-2021 at 06:36 AM.