Tiiiiiii-ayaaaaaaaa-ime…

Time is on (their) side.

Yes it is!

For some the 2008 Fantasy baseball season may already be over.

In order to cope some folks have switched gears to Fantasy Football’s week-end opener while others may simply be content to angrily blame the 2008 busts they entrusted.

“Thanks for coming out Nick Swisher!” “Way to beef up Jeff Francouer!”

Or our personal favorite – because we predicted it - “Damn you Eric Byrnes!”

“Swish” has endured a rough first season with the Chicago White Sox. Maybe he concentrated too much on his facial hair?

Rather than straining your vocal chords with futile attempts of primal scream therapy - may we suggest another option – after all – your fantasy team can’t hear you…

Instead of impersonating Scott Baker’s neck during a hard thrown heater you need to relax, take a deep breath (Aaaaahhhhhhhhhhh) – and turn your focus to scouting what may lie ahead for next year.

In fact - you should perhaps hum the lyrics to the Rolling Stones classic “Time Is On My Side” while reading this entry – after all, just like in real sports – there’s always next year.

Recently some September call ups have made their way onto respective big league rosters. They may not all hold a ton of value for this season – but rest assured – they are definitely worthy of your fantasy attention.

If you want a better shot at taking your leagues 2009 Fantasy title – you’ll consider this September to be an “Early Bird round”

Let’s go around the diamond - rather than forecasting the value of Mr. David Price – who appears to have been crowned the Tampa Bay Rays future ace – prior to warming up for his first major league pitch.

We’ll examine some potential 2009 arms to have on your radars at a later date.

Instead – over the next week or so we’ll discuss several players who have ALREADY been added to EVEN the infamously late for dinner Yahoo Fantasy leagues – beginning tomorrow with a fella you should have already heard a little bit about…

Mat Gamel actually spells his name with only one “T” in his first name.

And no – we don’t think it’s so you don’t confuse him with “Matt LaPorta”

Truth be told Mat Gamel could spell his name Matt Gamel or throw a Q in there for all we care – it don’t matter – he can flat out rake.

Afterall - in 2008 it took many – due to Yahoo’s oversight - until mid-season to figure out that “Edinson” Volquez was not “ Edison ” Volquez. But that didn’t appear to inhibit his fantasy value this season at all - did it!?

WaiverSharks.com appropriately refers to the former Notre Dame star wide out by the same name his college fans knew him by.

We simply call him “Shark”

We won’t go into detail explaining the virtues of Jeff Samardzija’s record breaking dual sport college career at Notre Dame.

We will suggest you consider picking up the Chicago Cubs talented athlete before it’s too late.

Fantasy Baseball players outside of the Wrigley Field fanatics have been luke warm to the man whose surname spelling has given us as many fits late in the season as his fellow team mate (Kosuke Fukudome) gave us early in the year.

Some skepticism exists since the tall (6’5”) righty darted through the minors so quickly. However - during his first 8 major league appearances we can all agree on one thing for sure – this kid can deal some serious heat!

There are still some concerns over his control - and question marks regarding how well he will adapt to major league high pressure situations make Samardzija still somewhat of a flyer.

But thus far he has shown Cubbies faithful a reason to rejoice in the 5 year multi-million dollar deal they signed him to.

If you play in a league that features holds you can consider grabbing the youngster immediately just based on his strikeouts potential.

It’s not inconceivable Kerry Wood could head back to the DL at some point this year so saves chances could arise. And it’s also worth noting that there have been some rumors that Samardzija could see some time in the starting rotation as early as this September.

WaiverSharks.com will most certainly be keeping this “Shark” on our Fantasy radars!

Check out Bones’ new Pick Up of the Week!

Poor Pittsburgh Pirates fans have certainly not had a lot to cheer about yet again this baseball season. And - with the recent trade that sent Xavier Nady and Damaso Marte to the Yankees many of the Buccos season ticket holding faithful wouldn’t be called out if they tossed their remaining PNC Park tickets into the Allgheny River.

But hold onto your Primanti’s sandwich Pittsburgh ! Before you go on a river litter tirade that could fill Matt Capps pants – some help may be on the way!

The Pirates system has long been touting both 1B/OF - Steven Pearce who was recently recalled - as well as this future 30/30 man – Andrew McCutchen.

The sudden - and unexpected rise of young Nate McLouth may have contributed to McCutchen’s added minor league tenure.

But with the Pirates apparently finally deciding to say “uncle” last week, as trade deadline sees them once again wearing the “sellers” hat - it shouldn’t be much longer before Pirates fans – and Fantasy baseball communities catch a glimpse of the speed/power combo that has crossers of the Roberto Clemente Bridge grinning anxiously.

Keeper leagues and NL ONLY leagues need to shark this potential 5 tool wonder as soon as he’s added to your leagues wire.

Mixed leagues may want to wait and see how well he adapts to the majors – but adding a speedster with McCutchen’s bat potential shouldn’t be hemmed and hawed too long.

The season is fast approaching playoff time - and this may be the best offensive option outside of Clevelands Matt LaPorta to land a player who could have immediate impact this year.

So, unless you’re sitting in the cat bird seat waiting for LaPorta or Tampa Bay ’s phenom starter in the wings - David Price - utilize that high waiver priority you’re clinging to – especially if you could use some stretch run steals!

Knock Knock. Whose there?

OPPORTUNITY !

Boston ’s Julio Lugo has landed on the DL with a buggered left quadricep.

Now - if you have Rollins, Hanley or Reyes, you are not watching this scenario with much interest. But as for the rest of us – take note.

This opens up a chance for Red Sox Triple-A Pawtucket prospect Jed Lowrie - who may conceivably stick for good in the big leagues considering Lugo hasn’t exactly set Beantown on fire with his mediocre offence and sub-par defense.

Lowrie and Dustin Pedroia have long been touted as the middle infield combo of the future for the Sox.

If the selective Lowrie can manage regular at bats within the Red Sox potent line-up, he may be worth taking a gamble on – especially since he will be eligible at both 3B and at the increasingly thin SS position.

So - if you’re hunting for a sleeper Fantasy short stop – Jed could become a force to reckon with after the All-Star break.