So, what is the formula to winning fantasy baseball?
The answer is simple. Find players at a good value that can help you win multiple categories on a consistent basis.
I personally play in an NL-only league, but I believe the strategy is the same for most leagues.
The key is: Speed and Power pitching.
What do I mean by speed?
I mean players that can steal bases. Speedy players can get you two offensive categories on a consistent basis: SB and Runs. Not only will you have an edge on these categories, you also are typically getting them on a consistent basis.
What do I mean by power pitching?
I mean using high draft picks to get high strikeout and and low ERA pitchers. Perfect example - Tim Lincecum or Roy Halladay. Use your high draft picks to get these guys. They will give you consistent Ks, Ws, ERA, WHIP. These guys will anchor your team.
Not much to it. Get your power pitching. Get your speed. Win your league.
So why not Homeruns? Homeruns are sexy. They give you multiple categories: HRs, RBIs, Runs. I love homeruns, but they are not typically consistent enough to win. If you make it to the playoffs with homerun hitters, you are crossing your fingers everyday for this big HRs that may or may not come. Not a good plan.
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