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About Paul SingmanPaul has been managing fantasy baseball teams for many seasons and writing for THT Fantasy over the past three years. He looks forward to competing in the Yahoo Friends & Family League each year (past finishes: 4th, 4th, 12th) and his first year in the Tout Wars Mixed league. He is currently a sophomore at UPenn and if you work in the finance or film industry and are looking for a summer intern, he wants you to know he's really great at getting coffee. Reach him through e-mail here.Note: This page displays up to 200 articles at a time. To view a subset of a writer's work, click on one of the following years: 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 Paul Singman's ArticlesClick here to view an RSS feed of this writer's articles. AL Waiver Wire: report cardJuly 06, 2012The best and worst of this year's editions. The impending arrival of Starling MarteJuly 03, 2012You won't have to wait long for this Pirates outfielder's promotion. A Team Singman Tout updateJune 25, 2012Click if you can't resist the guilty pleasure. AL Waiver Wire: Week 11June 22, 2012Lots of names off the mound. Tradable closersJune 20, 2012And who could replace them. AL Waiver Wire: Week 10June 15, 2012Both the majors and minors are represented this week. Why we add the hot hitterJune 12, 2012Sorry girl(s), I'm not talking appearances. AL Waiver Wire: Week 9June 08, 2012This week's edition looks at players all over the diamond. Prospect promotions: Lonnie ChisenhallMay 30, 2012A peek at this freshly promoted prospect and a few others. Which lineups should be feared?May 22, 2012Taking a glance at team run totals to see the lineups we should avoid and seek out. Save tonightMay 15, 2012Celebrating the night without a blown save. Picking up pitchersMay 11, 2012Why tough starts should be embraced as opportunities, not avoided. Make them notice: Andy DirksMay 09, 2012Why you should take note of this Tigers outfielder. How to be in first in Tout WarsMay 08, 2012And a look at this weeks most recent FAAB claims. Have all closers gone crazy?April 30, 2012It sure seems like it. Tout Mixed 2012: Team SingmanMarch 30, 2012Thoughts on my first year Tout roster. AL Waiver Wire: Week 22September 02, 2011Among this week's suggestions: some touted youngsters and some useful bullpen arms. Predicted 2012 closers - NL (Part 1)September 01, 2011A preliminary list of who will close next season, NL version. Predicted 2012 closers - ALAugust 09, 2011A preliminary list of who will close next year for those who prefer to stay ahead of the game. Gold in ArizonaAugust 02, 2011Arizona's first base situation just got a lot more interesting than Juan Miranda. NL Waiver Wire: Week 16July 22, 2011Some prospects, a wily vet, and another potential closer. NL Waiver Wire: Week 15July 15, 2011A couple of Giants outfielders, a flamethrower, and some prospects who could get the call. NL Waiver Wire: Week 14July 08, 2011A closer-in-waiting, a rising prospect, a near retiree, and a couple of Quad-A types Checking the scheduleJune 28, 2011Taking a lesson from the usually ignore-able Woody Paige. Shieldsy babyMay 23, 2011And other notable events in fantasy baseball yesterday. Tough luck closersMay 19, 2011And other notable events in fantasy baseball yesterday. McCann’s day offMay 18, 2011And other interesting events in fantasy baseball yesterday. Fantasy happenings: Not Vinny Mazzaro’s dayMay 17, 2011What you need to know about fantasy baseball yesterday. When 2010 goes poofMarch 29, 2011How to appropriately react when the new season begins. 2011 Yahoo F&F League - Teams Singman and CartyMarch 25, 2011A look at how Derek's and my roster shape up. The appeal of Brandon McCarthyMarch 09, 2011The Oakland A's, their Coliseum, and a strong spring start have me hopeful about his potential. Brett Gardner is runningFebruary 08, 2011And we haven't caught up. The closers marketJanuary 19, 2011Thoughts on the closing market for 2011 as a whole and on some closers of note. More dynasty rankingsJanuary 11, 2011Updating and expanding my Top The young RaysDecember 28, 2010A look at the fantasy potential of a couple of new Tampa Bay rookies. Mysterious CarGoNovember 23, 2010Want to be caught with this man while going through airport security? Admiring Jose BautistaSeptember 28, 2010Reviewing his gaudy 2010 and looking forward to 2011. The inaugural SMD reportAugust 31, 2010News on players for shallow, medium and deep leagues. Small strategiesAugust 24, 2010A collection of small strategies for fantasy baseball. Highlights at the twilightAugust 17, 2010A look at players of interest as the end of the season nears. Nick Swisher has real reasons to be happyAugust 10, 2010Starting with his recent engagement and ending with his All-Star caliber season. All’s bad that ends bad(ly)July 27, 2010Those who do not appear primed to finish the season on a high note. Depth is a luxuryJuly 20, 2010That and a Bugatti Veyron. Players who should have been tradedJuly 13, 2010Woulda, coulda, shoulda. Playing chickenJuly 06, 2010Whether to blink or not in a trade standoff. The worst team hindsight can buyJune 29, 2010Looking where you could have gone, or maybe did go, wrong. Cutting out this middle-man ArticlesJune 22, 2010The irony is unbearable. Roster DoctorJune 16, 2010Tweaking a near championship level squad. The year of the rookie?June 15, 2010Why the debut of Brad Lincoln excited some people more than others. The best team hindsight can buyJune 08, 2010Try not to bang your head while reading. Roaming the grassesJune 01, 2010Checking in on some outfielders of interest. The cost of indecisivenessMay 25, 2010How much is it costing you? Roster DoctorMay 19, 2010Wash your hands and put on gloves, time to examine another roster. Surprise and terriblenessMay 18, 2010Highlighting the hitters at opposite ends of the spectrum. Frustration and fantasy baseballMay 11, 2010Shake well and the two often mix. In and out of line for playing timeApril 27, 2010Keeping updated with the dynamic playing time situations of players across the majors. Beats, brags, and varianceApril 20, 2010Can fantasy baseball and poker combine like lamb and tunafish? The Young familyApril 13, 2010Catching up with the host of players with the common last name. It’s never too early to changeApril 06, 2010Two Bay Area outfielders who could make for interesting pickups. Speaking auctionApril 01, 2010As more fantasy leagues are switching to auction drafts, it is important to become familiar with how they work. Sleepers awokenMarch 30, 2010Realizing that the term "sleeper" doesn't apply in the eighth round. Beating the projection systemsMarch 24, 2010Albeit with their arms tied behind their backs. Yahoo F&F League: Team SingmanMarch 17, 2010See what happens when experts collide. Separating the very good from the merely goodMarch 09, 2010My attempt to unclutter the cluster of outfielders taken from picks 50 to 70. Will Brett Gardner perform in pinstripes?March 02, 2010Not brought in through a blockbuster trade or big free agent signing, a look at what the home-grown Yankee left-fielder can offer. When ADP beliesFebruary 23, 2010Or, what do political elections and fantasy baseball drafts have in common? When ADP disagrees (pitchers)February 16, 2010Looking into a few pitchers people seem to be confused by. The stats we targetFebruary 09, 2010Using ADP data and graphs to show which stats capture our liking. When ADP disagreesFebruary 03, 2010Looking into a few players people seem to be confused by. Chaining draft picksJanuary 26, 2010Every pick affects every other pick, which affects every other pick, which affects... There may be a better value later…January 19, 2010But I have to pick someone now! Vladimir, Texas RangerJanuary 12, 2010How the Rangers' addition of Vladimir Guerrero shakes up their fantasy picture. Thinking outside the strikeoutJanuary 05, 2010A look at a few pitchers who could have positive fantasy impacts in 2009 despite unimpressive strikeout totals. A decade of fantasy sportsDecember 29, 2009A review of the game we've all grown to love. The A’s get Crisp-ierDecember 22, 2009The fantasy fallout on how the pending signing of Coco Crisp to the A's will shake things up. Starting opposing pitchers (Part 1)December 15, 2009Will that be one win or two? Baby he was Bourn to runDecember 01, 2009I've forgone the overused "Bourn's Identity" title for this article but still have not escaped the realm of pop culture references, though mine does make a lot more sense. Fantasy benchwarmersNovember 24, 2009How many guys do you need to keep your fantasy bench appropriately warm? A rock in ColoradoNovember 17, 2009Amidst a changing Rockies team, Todd Helton has remained a constant throughout the years. The re-emergence of Troy TulowitzkiNovember 10, 2009He was good in '07, injured in '08, great in 2009 ... is there a pattern forming here? Avoid closers at your own riskNovember 03, 2009When sometimes the best of advice should not be followed. A question for discussion on rankingsOctober 20, 2009Should feelings be taken into account? Internet-capable phones and fantasy sports: A love storyOctober 13, 2009Are Blackberrys and iPhones a necessity in competitive leagues? The whole is greater than the sum of the partsOctober 07, 2009A look at players who do not stand out in any one category, but overall are solid fantasy players. Admiring Adam LindSeptember 29, 2009Reviewing his stellar 2009 and looking forward to 2010. The rise of Cliff PenningtonSeptember 22, 2009Should we bother taking down the "bust" label on this former first-round pick? Welcome Ian DesmondSeptember 15, 2009A look at this Washington National who is off to a quick start. Playing out the seasonSeptember 08, 2009Using some third-grade math to give you some perspective on how the rest of the season will look. Some things are smaller in SeptemberSeptember 01, 2009Some players get squeezed out of at-bats this time of month too. Everything’s bigger in September (Part 2)August 27, 2009A close-up look of some more players likely to be September call ups. Everything’s bigger in September (Part I)August 25, 2009Let's see who's likely to be called up when rosters expand Sept. 1, and, what type of impact they will have. Dreaded closersAugust 18, 2009What to do with those ninth-inning headaches. The pieces are coming togetherAugust 11, 2009A list of players who appear primed for good finishes to the season. Compatiblity matchingAugust 04, 2009Are the hitters you're starting compatible with the pitchers they are facing? Roster DoctorJuly 30, 2009Today we have a special "Celebrity Edition" of Roster Doctor. THT Live: The incredible catch that wasn’tJuly 28, 2009Fantasy Fallout: Garko heads to San FranciscoJuly 28, 2009A look at the fantasy ramifications of last night's trade. Roster DoctorJuly 23, 2009Time for the second part of your bi-weekly checkup. The closer one night standJuly 21, 2009Always remain on the hunt for relievers who might get the chance to play closer for a night. Bargains for the second halfJuly 14, 2009It's my turn to share my picks for the best second half bargains. The Yankees bullpenJuly 09, 2009Knowing the guys coming out of the Yankee bullpen other than Mariano can be helpful. Roster Doctor - 7/2/09July 02, 2009Let's see who the Doctor examined today... Fantasy Fallout: DeRosa to CardsJune 30, 2009A look at all of the impacts of the trade, beyond even the two players directly involved. Roster Doctor - 6/25/09June 25, 2009Another roster, just what The Doctor ordered. Trading players you don’t ownJune 23, 2009Impossible? I think not. The great strikeout debate (Part II)June 17, 2009Time to roll out the numbers and look for some practical uses. Roster Doctor - 6/11/09June 11, 2009Now Roster Doctor fun every Thursday. Pitcher perfectJune 09, 2009Things to consider when looking for that perfect spot-start pitcher. Roster Doctor - 6/4/09June 05, 2009Welcome to the latest edition of the Roster Doctor. Downloadable data: 2009 ADPsJune 02, 2009Adding this year's data to what we started last year. Roster Doctor - 5/29/09May 29, 2009Looking good in my brand spankin-new white lab coat for an all-new edition. A tale of two pitchersMay 26, 2009A look into the situations of Ted Lilly and Brett Myers. Roster Doctor - 5/22/09May 22, 2009Check out the roster examined in today's Roster Doctor. Roster Doctor - 5/19/09May 19, 2009An extra edition of Roster Doctor this week. What could be better? Roster doctor - 5/15/09May 15, 2009More Roster Doctor fun today. The great strikeout debateMay 12, 2009Should we be using strikeouts per nine innings or strikeout percentage when evaluating pitchers? Or perhaps something else entirely. Roster Doctor - 5/8/09May 08, 2009Time for another examination by the Roster Doctor. Don't worry, it will only hurt a little. Fingers pointedMay 05, 2009Following up my previous article "Fingers not pointed," today we'll look at players who can point to BABIP luck for their fortune or misfortune. Roster Doctor - 5/1/09May 01, 2009A new month, a new Roster Doctor. Fingers not pointedApril 30, 2009A look at players who cannot blame poor BABIP luck for their early season woes and those who are performing well without it. Roster Doctor - 4/24/09April 24, 2009You don't need an M.D. to become a Roster Doctor, although maybe you should. A Ph.D. at the very least. Player profile: Cody RossApril 21, 2009This Marlins outfielder is one powerful fish. THT Live: Make your own Pitch f/x graphsApril 17, 2009Roster Doctor: 4/17/09April 17, 2009An all-new edition of The Roster Doctor. Player profile: Adam LindApril 14, 2009Should you buy or sell the hot start? Honest evaluationApril 07, 2009Brace yourself for the truth, pain might be involved. Roster Doctor - 4/3/09April 03, 2009Who wouldn't be excited for another edition of Roster Doctor? THT’s updated season rankingsMarch 31, 2009The last update of our rankings before the season begins. Roster Doctor - 3/27/09March 27, 2009Feeling confident donning my white lab coat, I'll take a look at another roster. Fantasy tidbitsMarch 24, 2009News concerning a plethora of players. Roster Doctor - 3/20/09March 20, 2009Another roster is examined in our new and popular column. Reactions to the rankingsMarch 20, 2009A few of the writers chime in with their personal thoughts on the rankings. Team Singman’s Yahoo F&F League rosterMarch 17, 2009A look at my draft and thoughts on what went down. Player profile: Carl CrawfordMarch 10, 2009A poor 2008 saved him from The Meter. THT’s 2009 season rankingsMarch 03, 2009Print them out. Memorize them. Use them on draft day. Preferable league settingsFebruary 24, 2009Settings to increase the integrity and "fun-ness" of leagues. Consistency meter: Carlos LeeFebruary 17, 2009El Caballo is hooked up for an all-new edition of The Meter. Predicting replacement levelFebruary 10, 2009Why settle for last year's numbers when we have projection systems? Player profile: Josh FieldsFebruary 03, 2009He's a former first-round pick who's 26 and has hit more than 20 home runs in a season. Why is no one drafting this guy? Consistency meter: Alfonso SorianoJanuary 27, 2009Let's see how much this Cubs How seriously should you take mock drafts?January 20, 2009Having already gone over how experts should handle mock drafts, this time we speak to the masses. BABIP’s relationship to hittersJanuary 13, 2009Let's see if it differs for different types of hitters. Consistency meter: Joe MauerJanuary 06, 2009What does the meter see for Mauer heading into 2009? Consistency meter: Adrian BeltreDecember 30, 2008Putting his contract aside, let's see what we can expect from the Mariners third basemen. Consistency meter: Conor JacksonDecember 23, 2008This time, putting up the numbers of last year is not ideal. Fantasy fallout: Laird to DetroitDecember 16, 2008You might not care that Gerald Laird was traded to the Tigers, but perhaps you should. Getting personalDecember 09, 2008In fantasy leagues, there is no such thing as getting too personal. Consistency meter: Brad HawpeDecember 02, 2008With star left fielder Matt Holliday gone, how will the Rockies outfielder on the opposite side of the field fare in 2009? Replacement level theory appliedNovember 25, 2008Replacement level theory became big when applied to MLB baseball. Let's explore its applications to fantasy baseball strategy. Consistency meter: Nick MarkakisNovember 21, 2008Checking up on the reliable, yet not old, Baltimore outfielder Season review: starting pitchersNovember 18, 2008Continuing the series, a review of the starting pitchers of 2008. THT Live: Fire Joe Morgan to endNovember 14, 2008Consistency meter: Aramis RamirezNovember 11, 2008Ramirez has been great the past five years. I'm looking to see if he will make that total six. THT Live: Marlins and Nats strike a dealNovember 10, 2008THT Live: Rockies trade Holliday to A’sNovember 10, 2008Season review: outfieldersNovember 08, 2008The outfielders of 2008, the last offensive group left to review and a deep one. Season review: first basemenNovember 04, 2008Continuing the series, a more complete look at the first basemen of 2008. What the Joker can teach you about fantasy baseballNovember 01, 2008Although it is early in the off season, in this article we will get drafting advice from the Joker, appropriately on the day after Halloween. Season review: second basemenOctober 28, 2008Continuing the series: Utley has competition. Season review: shortstopsOctober 25, 2008Continuing the series is a review of the shortstops of 2008. Downloadable data: 2008 ADPsOctober 22, 2008I've compiled configured the Average Draft Position from Yahoo and ESPN drafts. Download the files to your computer for easy access. Season review: third basemenOctober 18, 2008Following our review of catchers, we will head backwards around the diamond and review how third basemen fared this season, both as a group and individually. Season review: catchersOctober 14, 2008A review of the catchers of 2008 and the position as a group based on preseason predictions and past years. Not just elite closersOctober 11, 2008Should you draft middle relievers, even the best ones? A tale of three third basemanOctober 07, 2008Alex Gordon, Ryan Zimmerman and Ryan Braun were picked second, fourth and fifth respectively in the 2005 amateur draft. How do they compare now? Why so serious?September 30, 2008A discussion about quitting in fantasy baseball and how seriously the game should be taken. Over the hillSeptember 26, 2008A look at the past, present, and future of Cubs starter Rich Hill. Last minute streamingSeptember 20, 2008With one week left in the season, let's see which pitchers are viable streaming options to help make up ground in Win or K races. Clear your conscienceSeptember 17, 2008Upset about this season? Join Paul in keeping this simple goal for next season. (Warning: May be more difficult than it appears.) First Look BackSeptember 13, 2008An early and possibly premature look into how first basemen as a whole fared in fantasy (so far) this year. Either Ethier or KempSeptember 08, 2008A look into the Dodgers' now established, yet still young outfielders Andre Ethier and Matt Kemp. Plus, how they figure to be valued in next year's drafts. | ||||