Editor’s Note: www.waiversharks.com The Oakland A’s Fox Trot Jake is already eligible at First Base, Third Base and the Outfield. Add to the fact that word out of the Athletics camp says Crazy like A's Fox showed up this spring with no less than eight baseball gloves – including a first basemen’s glove, and yes – even a catcher’s mitt! He's not about to unseat the talented Kurt Suzuki as the A’s primary backstop – but saying this Fantasy Baseball Swiss army knife couldn’t add the coveted ‘C’ eligibility to his repertoire during 2010 would be short sighted to say the least!

After a tremendous start in limited opportunity in the Windy City , this multi-tooled product of the University of Michigan slid down and lost some steam finishing the season with some ho-hum numbers.

However, if you were fortunate to have jumped on board early in the season, Fox provided some pop and didn’t dip below the .300 mark for good until August 23 in his somewhat limited Cubs use. However, Fox final line of .259-11-44 (along with the fact that he doesn’t walk much) many may wonder why we would even pay him any mind? Ah yes, making Jake Fox a true 2010 Fantasy Sleepers - unlike say Carlos Beltran...no offence Roto___.

Our optimistic side encourages all to take a deeper look at his 2009 season to understand that the raw power is in fact there. After popping 10 long balls in his first 160 AB’s, along with 39 of those 44 RBI’s, it’s more than clear that the final month and a half was nothing but forgettable for the 27-year old rookie.

With that being said a change of scenery may be just what the doctor ordered and a breakout type season could be on the cusp. www.waiversharks.com Fox could see close to regular at-bats, and may even be able to wrestle an everyday starting spot on what will more than likely be another edition of a lethargic Oakland offense.

We expect him to battle in spring training and make the roster more as a “toolsy” type bench player that will need to rise to the occasion when the opportunity permits itself. It’s hard to say a switch from Wrigley to the ol’ Oakland Coliseum will improve his power numbers; although, the extra space in the outfield may help his peripherals by allowing him to spread the ball around more. And so perhaps, finally - the former Chicago Cubs cast off will net some respect? Heck maybe a Jake Fox Bobblehead will even be in store in the near future?...Not so subtle hint to A's marketing and promotions department.

Add Jake Fox to a growing list of Beanies Babies who www.waiversharks.com is turning onto this pre-season or at the very least - add the A's Fox to your 2010 Fantasy Sleepers utility radar, and perhaps take a chance with one of your ever so fun final round (or two!) picks!

The Toronto Blue Jays have finally announced the 2010 promotions that will be provided at the Rogers Centre this coming season! Yes, it pales in comparison to last week-ends Gold Medal Hockey game in Vancouver - but Jays fans will be treated to a little retro on August 29th as the first 10,000 Jays fans through the gates of Rogers Centre will receive a Dave Stieb Bobblehead.

For those too young to remember Dave Stieb - like half the Blue Jaysroster, Stieb and his mustache took the mound for the Blue Jaysbetween 1979 and 1992, and again in 1998.

Dave Stieb is actually the 2nd winningest pitcher in the 80's - next to the Detroit TigersJack Morris - and to date is the only Blue Jays pitcher to toss a No-hitter. (Versus the Cleveland Indianson September 2nd 1990)

For those who were lucky enough to catch Dave Stieb in action - it was truly a pleasure to watch this man pitch! Unfortunately played on several bad Blue Jays teams and probably deserves more Hall of Fame attention than he gets. Stieb is in the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame - but alas we're not hear to debate Hall of Fame merits.

Do circle August 29th 2010 on the Baseball calendar though!

And consider planning your MLB Road Trip to Rogers Centre the end of this summer! By than the Blue Jays could quite possibly be far from the pennant race in the always brutal American League East, but at least you'll have a shot at taking home a retro uniformed Dave Stieb Bobblehead: Mustache included! 

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2010 Deep Sleepers: Wade Davis

By Adam Forsyth

Wade Davis - Starting Pitcher

Impressive in his six start audition at the end of the 2009 season, this home grown talent and former 3rd round pick put the pressure on the struggling Andy Sonnanstine and will surely challenge to make the starting rotation in what should be a great spring training challenge as the Rays number five.

Wade Davis brings a much better overall palate to the mound, offers greater control - and more effective full plate and corner use. While it’s no mystery that Sonnanstine struggled mightily last season (in what many believed would be a breakthrough season) Wade Davis seemed cool and confident on the mound in all but one of his starts.

The Rays seem to have tremendous success in grooming their own talent the last few seasons and should Davis be allowed to make the roster and show the expected growth, the coaches and management in Tampa deserve some accolades as they are in tough in a money-spending AL East where even Don Zimmer is seemingly a small fish in the big pond.

Davis has the stuff to be a K/IP pitcher while maintaining control (career minor league 2.83K/BB) and is a quality start heavyweight who typically toes the hill with his head on straight. Power, poise and a top end curve makes this yet another worthy Rays starter to keep on the tip of your tongue and the front of your mind on draft day.

By Adam Forsyth

Brett Anderson – Starting Pitcher

Oakland is a team that is not scared to take a risk, especially with young, talented pitchers with tremendous upside. Now, by risk, I’m only suggesting that they definitely aren’t afraid to allow a 21-year old left-handed phenom take the hill and make 30 starts in his rookie season.

There is always concern in the follow-up season where a pitcher makes a big jump in IP (as Anderson had never thrown more than 120.1 innings in a season prior to 2009’s 175.1) however, don’t always assume the worst as many pitchers have had success after jumping in use.

We expect this former Arizona Diamondbackprospect to be one of those success stories. His stuff was dynamic more often than not, (with an exclamation point on his complete game 2-hit gem in July at Boston ) and he’s certainly got the goods to be a top of the rotation starter for a long time.

Although, I’m sure in typical Billy Beane, Oakland A’sfashion - he’ll be collecting most of that top of the rotation salary wearing the duds of another major league team!

With the addition and unknown status of Ben Sheets to the A’s rotation, expect Anderson to be heavily relied on to make another solid 30+ starts and pencil him in as a solid low end number three starting pitcher (or maybe even a SOLID number four, depending on the depth of your league) as his control is phenomenal and should allow him to continue his statistical rise.

2010 Sleeper: Logan Morrison

Editor’s Note: Some websites have already rolled out their entire 2010 Sleeper suggestions before Manny even had his first controversial comment of spring, or Johnny Damon took the Tigers for a cool 8 million! We are taking a bit more patient approach to our 2010 Sleeper picks than in 2009. But as we fast approach the first crack of Spring Training game bats we promise to kick things up!

Last week we recommended Fantasy Managers take a closer look at one American and one National League sophomore - Orioles Nolan Reimold, and the Padres Kyle Blanks. This week we point our 2010 Sleeper compass needle towards those miserly Florida Marlins, where if your name doesn’t start with ‘Hanley’ – you ain’t gettin’ paid!

 Logan Morrison – First Base

With Gaby Sanchez currently holding onto the pre-season title of starting first baseman for the Fish, it’s hard to understand if Logan Morrison fits into the 2010 plans of the Marlins. Here at WaiverSharks.com, we’re going to be a bit mo’ savvy in suggesting that the leash on Sanchez may be tighter than even he may understand.

Rumor has it, ownership may be getting a little impatient with the lack of progress being shown by the 27-year old Sanchez and may be leaning towards a sooner as opposed to later approach in giving this 22-year old Kansas City the chance to take an everyday at-bat.

A patient bat allows Morrison to be more subjected to the long term plans (well…as long as they can be in Florida anyhow) making him an attractive middle of the line-up type.

While the smooth swinging left-handed hitter was projected to have more pop - it hasn’t exactly translated to this point of his development. Although it can be safely stated that he has become a much better hitter while plying his trade within the Marlins system. This is clearly indicated by his .411 OBP last season, and continued upward trending BA.

The touch of speed (9 SB’s in 79 GP) helps, as this is a nice compliment and make up point to the power number hit that you would take and is not always a part of typical big-time first sackers.

We’re well aware that 2010 may not yield breakthrough type numbers, but expect 2010 Sleeper Logan Morrison to be in the mix at various points of the season.

Dynasty and keeper leaguers take notes and have him on your short list, as he may be a steal for someone looking for a balanced corner infield position over the course of 2010’s 162 game schedule.

Today we take a short breather as the MLB Baseball Bobblehead season has been fast and furious. Fantasy Baseball is in full swing obviously as well!

My partner in crime is in Toronto the next few days, and so I had some extra time to peruse WaiverSharks, and noticed that lovely logo to the right of this article...no...not that one...up a bit more.

That's it!!! The guy with the little blue bird on his baseball cap!

That's Our Twitter Button! 

It is the key to getting updates on Fantasy Baseball as well as Bobbleheads! All of our daily blogs (every single one) are immediately posted on Twitter.

So - If you want an easy way to keep getting updated this year on BOTH Fantasy Baseball Sleepers - as well as Stadium Giveaway Bobblehead updates from around both Major as well as some Minor League games - be sure to follow us on Twitter Bobblehead this #Follow Friday.

Or - since this coming #Followfriday is the 2010 Olympic Semi-final games, for both the United States and Canada (U.S.A. plays Finland and Canada plays Slovakia) I for one may partake in a short work day for some early ales - so #Followfriday us on Twitter today!

Go U.S.A.! Go Canada! Everyone wants to see a Classic Olympic rematch don't they?

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Jason Bay Bobblehead Baby!!!

The New York Mets are having a Jason Bay Bobblehead Day! The first 25,000 fans who arrive to Citi Field for the July 11th 2010 game between the Mets and the Atlanta Braves will indeed be receiving a bobblehead of the coveted outfield star who signed in the offseason with the New York Mets.

Last year the Mets provided us our newly crowned SGA MLB Bobble headdoll of the year for 2009 – Frankie Rodriguez Bobbleheadaka K-rod.

If you are a fan of the former Boston Red Sox and Pittsburgh Pirates player -

Be sure to check out all of the previous

Jason Bay Bobbleheads on eBay!

We are sure the Big Apple will have another awesome looking Mets Bobblein store for this season. Maybe the Metropolitans will even have the Canadian born Bay, who is a native of Trail B.C., & a presumed hockey fan - clad in a new york rangers jersey???

…yeah we doubt it too! But that would be kind of cool wouldn’t it???

By Scott Woodall

Ahhh yes – Chicks do dig the long ball…and some even like Padres camoas well.

But with fewer and fewer post roid era sluggers coming up these days, 2010 Fantasy Baseball owners are forced to dig a little deeper to find their round trippers.

In 2009 the San Diego Padreswere treated to a nice “jug” of coffee from young Kyle Blanks before his season was prematurely halted by a foot injury. The 10 dingers in 148 abs even included a most fun to watch inside the park home run!

According to Wikipedia - at 6'6", 285 lbs. Kyle Blanks was the largest player in Major League Baseball history to achieve this!

Heading into 2010 - hopefully Blanks trainers will work diligently with Blanks tootsies, so the man some refer to as “Gigantor” will be able to extrapolate a full baseball season into an impressive line of sophomore stats. Maybe we should send them the link to our article: "Note to Kyle Blanks Trainers: Fit “Gigantor” with Freeway FitFlops!"
With A-Gone still not gone from San Diego, Blanks is blocked from perhaps a more appropriate first baseman’s job. But the big man showed surprising athletism patrolling left field at PETCO last year.

Lots of trade rumors have swirled involving Adrian Gonzales, and the consensus is A-gone could be heading elsewhere by trade deadline. But whether Kyle Blanks is the Padres future first baseman, or not – his stick will eventually do much of his talking -regardless of the position he takes on the field.

Now that Frank Thomas has officially retired – it’s time Major League Baseball fans be made aware of the NEXT BIG HURT. The 6’6” Blanks actually showed up to camp this season a leaner 270 pounds. (And no, it’ not ‘cause the Oscar Gamble afro imitation is now a thing of the past)

Although PETCO Field can sometimes play a dubious part in slimming down a Friars player’s offensive numbers, if Blanks 2009 shortened rookie season was an early indication this mammoth of a man is plenty strong enough to tame the PETCO beast.

Kyle Blanks is still a baby however at only 23 years of age – so we should expect some batting average risks that could approach Adam Dunn like lows if the K’s pile up too much, or if the vast outfield of PETCO begins to wear him down.

Having said that, Adrian Gonzales does still remain in the Pads line-up (for now) so expect the behemoth baseball player’s RBI opportunities to be available on many nights. A-gone may even help prevent “Blanks the Tank” from shooting blanks if he can pass along his keen batters eye, and tremendous, yet still some how underrated skills to the copious Padre star of the future.

Keeper League owners need to cross their fingers a bit when talking such lofty comparisons as the Phillies Ryan Howard – but rest assured Kyle Blanks won’t be able to hide from the Fantasy Baseball limelight much longer – camo uniform, or not!

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