New Owners!

Welcome to the new owners! Ncasper, taking over the San Francisco Boondoggles, comes to us with 12 seasons of experience in Lasorda. Elderboy02, taking over the Las Vegas Stogies, has 15 seasons of experience in a few leagues the most of which came in Cobb. Last, but certainly not least we welcome rockydawg07 back with us after being gone for 1 season. Welcome to you all again, we hope that you will all enjoy this great world!

3rd Power Rankings for Season 21!

1. New York Torrones(78-44)--The Torrones are having a great season. They have the top fielding team backing a top 5 pitching staff that is supported by a very good offense.
Previously Ranked: 1st (E)

2. Colorado Springs Sky Sox(74-48)--The Sky Sox are led by AU best offense in the league. They also have a top 10 pitching staff supporting them making them one of the best teams in the world.
Previously Ranked: 2nd(E)

3. Chicago Black Sox(78-44)--The Black Sox have not had a winning season since season 10, but they are on pace to have one of the best records in the whole world. Led by a great pitching staff and defense they look to stop New York's recent dominance of the AL East.
Previously Ranked: 4th(+1)

4. Louisville Sluggers(76-46)--Louisville has relied on a great pitching staff this season. The offense has been effective, but still has been a bit of a disappointment so far this season. Still this team will look to try and win the AL South and fend off New Orleans and Florida once again.
Previously Ranked: 3rd(-1)

5. Detroit Grass Lakes(74-48)--Detroit has been the class of the NL so far this season. With rankings in the top 10 in pitching, offense, and defense the Grass Lakes don't have too much of a weakness anywhere. They will look to finish strong down the stretch with Buffalo hot on their heals.
Previously Ranked: 6th(+1)

6. Florida Fire Sailfish(72-50)--The Fire Sailfish have been holding steady in the very competitive AL South all season. They are one steak away from taking over control of the division and with their offense that is always something to be concerned about for the rest of the AL.
Previously Ranked: 9th(+3)

7. New Orleans Freebeads(73-49)--The Freebeads are the third team from the AL South in the Power Rankings. They have a very good club that is also ranked in the top 10 in all categories: offense, defense, and pitching. They keep hanging close and are also one nice streak away from taking the lead in the AL South as well.
Previously Ranked: 5th(-2)

8. Buffalo Wings(70-52)--The Wings are led by a top 5 pitching staff that is supported by a very solid offense. They are trying to take over the NL North and keep their streak of division titles going.
Previously Ranked: 8th(E)

9. Boston EliteDucks(68-54)--Boston once again has one of the best offenses in AU. Their pitching staff has kind of dropped off a little bit though this season. Still the 3 time defending AU champion should not be taken lightly and will be a strong presence down the stretch.
Previously Ranked: 7th(-2)

10. San Antonio Chupacabras(69-53)--San Antonio has succeeded behind a very solid pitching staff. If they can muster up enough offense then they could be able to suprise some teams come playoff time.
Previously Ranked: 10th(E)

DRUTES ELECTED!!!

Congratulations to drutes for being elected the 3rd member of the Owners Hall of Fame! drutes collected 37 of 40 possible points with a total of 7 out of 10 first place votes. drutes has had a great career so far in Addicted Users. His career accolades includes 8 division titles and has 4 wild card berths in his 20 seasons in AU for a total of 12 playoff appearances. In those 12 appearances he has 2 NLCS championships and 1 World Series championship. Additionally he has made 10 AAA playoffs, 8 AA playoffs with 3 AA championships, 9 HiA playoffs with 1 championship, 8 LoA playoffs with 1 championship, and 3 Rookie playoffs. Hopefully this is just the start and drutes will look to be a force in AU for the next 20 seasons as well.

2nd Power Rankings of Season 21!

1. New York Torrones(60-31)--The Torrones are dominating Addicted Users with a top ten offense and a top 5 pitching staff. They are led by all star bats Gerardo Oliva and Woody Hoiles.
Previously Ranked: 3rd (+2)

2. Colorado Springs Sky Sox(56-35)--The Sky Sox have one of the best offenses in AU this season. They also have a great pitching staff that is lead by all stars Phil Corino and Sean Brown.
Previously Ranked: 4th(+2)

3. Louisville Sluggers(59-32)--The Sluggers have the top pitching staff in the whole world and that has helped with an offense that is not living up to it's potential. They have been led by all stars Harry Velazquez and Junior Valdivia.
Previously Ranked: 2nd(-1)

4. Chicago Black Sox(56-35)--Chicago has been playing some great baseball, but they have the fortune of being in the same division as the Torrones. They are led by all stars Che Abe and Corey Gonzales.
Previously Ranked: 1st(-3)

5. New Orleans Freebeads(57-34)--The Freebeads have one of the top offenses in the AL. They are led by all stars Douglas Skrmetta and Ricky Bradley.
Previously Ranked: 7th(+2)

6. Detroit Grass Lakes(56-35)--The Grass Lakes are the first NL team in the power rankings. They have a very good offense and pitching staff. Led by all stars Cliff Brooks and J.R. Gray Detroit is looking to once again win their division.
Previously Ranked: NR

7. Boston EliteDucks(51-40)--The EliteDucks have the best offense in all of AU that has helped pick up the slack for a pitching staff that has underachieved so far this season. They are led by perennial all star Craig Velandia.
Previously Ranked: NR

8. Buffalo Wings(53-38)--Buffalo is led by a very good pitching staff that is complemented by a solid offense. The Wings are led by all stars Sean Waters and Jamie Martin.
Previously Ranked: 5th(-3)

9. Florida Fire Sailfish(52-39)--Florida has been led by a solid pitching staff that is led by their stud closer all star Yamid Astacio and slugging CF David Olivo.
Previously Ranked: NR

10. San Antonio Chupacabras(51-40)--San Antonio is led by one of the best offenses in all of AU but also has one of the poorer pitching staffs. They are led by all stars Bucky Dickey and Joe Redman.
Previously Ranked: 6th(-4)

Falling out of the Power Rankings Washington D.C Abnormals VII, Fresno Primetimers, Atlanta Braves

1st Power Rankings of Season 21!

1. Chicago Black Sox(38-16)--The Black Sox have started this season out like gangbusters, dominating the competition.

2. New York Torrones(34-20)--The Torrones are off to a great start as well. The AL East could be a great race to watch this season.

3. Louisville Sluggers(32-22)--The Sluggers have struggled some with the bats out of the gate, but their pitching staff has led them so far.

4. Colorado Springs Sky Sox(32-22)--The Sky Sox are looking like they might cruise in the AL West.

5. Buffalo Wings(33-21)--The Wings have picked up right where they left off last season, in 1st place in the NL North.

6. San Antonio Chupacabras(34-20)--The Chupacabras have jumped out to an early lead in the NL South.

7. New Orleans Freebeads(30-24)--The Freebeads figure to contend all season long and the very tough AL South.

8. Washington D.C. Abnormals VII(35-19)--The Abnormals have played very well in 1-run games to stay red hot.

9. Fresno Primetimers(33-21)--The Primetimers are currently leading the NL West by a comfortable 5 games.

10. Atlanta Braves(30-24)--The Braves have started the season off well with some nice free agent pickups. They could help make the AL South very interesting.

The Goldies

The Herb Washington Award

This is awarded to the player who adds as little to his team as possible beyond the ability to steal bases.

George Governale In 247 ab’s he has managed to drive in 14 runs while batting a paltry .211. However he has stolen 21 bases in 24 tries. Hon Mention, Kip Robertson The rule 5 draftee has bashed out 4 homers to go with a hot .233 avg. The best part of his game though is the 18 steals in just 20 tries.

The Glenn Wilson Award

Formerly known as the Rifle Arm award.

Roy Gordon The CF has racked up 13 assists in just 110 games, he has an outside shot at 20 this year. Hon Mention, a style="color:black;" href="http://www.whatifsports.com/hbd/Pages/Popups/PlayerProfile.aspx?pid=2118823" target="_blank">Einar Carrasquel he has played a few positions this season but still he has racked up 11 assists in just 83 games in the OF.

The Bill Buckner Award

Once again Terrence Cooper has this award locked up. 4^th in assists for a 1^st baseman but a whopping 7 errors and 6 negative plays. Hon Mention, Joey Weiss On the outside he looks like a pretty smooth fielder, 55 assists, but his 7 negative plays, 3 errors and 9.70 range factor are among the worst.

The Bash Brothers Award

The team with the best overall pop

Minnesota Twinkies Leading both leagues with 189 homers. 4 players have hit over 25 and are on pace for almost 40 a piece. 4 other players have reached double digits. They are on pace for almost 270 homers. Hon Mention, Dover Gryphons 139 homers is not a lot but 10 players have already reached double digits with Olmeda leading the way with 21. Every player in this lineup is a threat every time up.

The Mid 80’s Cardinals Award

The team with the best speed and no pop.

Louisville Sluggers overall they have 152 steals with two players swiping more then 38 a piece. 4 other players have reached double digits to give this team a well balanced running game. Hon Mention, New Orleans Freebeads they lead the league with 173 steals with Poole and Bradley on pace for almost 60 swipes each.

The Express Award

This gunslinging pitcher has a knack for k’s and for walks.

Steven Eveland is averaging almost 7 k’s per 9 innings and and an amazing 10 walks. Hon Mention, Peter Barker throws hard and wild to the tune of almost 7 k’s and walks per 9 innings.

The Mike Hampton Award

Better hitter then pitcher award.

Andres Cabrera Not a bad pitcher 6-7 with a 4.46 ERA, but a sweet bat has lead to a .314 avg and a solid .666 OPS Hon Mention, Hersh Bergman 7-8 with a 4.67 ERA, is 11 for 44 at the dish however and has a respectable .577 ops.

The Willie Keeler Award

The player who likes to settle for a single

Luther Stanley This young speedster is batting a blistering .311 but has only 17 extra base hits to give him a anemic .361 SLG. His .728 OPS is barely better then Andres Cabrera the Mike Hampton award winner. Hon Mention, Russell Leach Another speedy player that has a solid .292 avg, his 23 extra base hits only bump the SLG up to .357.

The Bobby Bonilla Award

The player who should probably be a DH

Alfonso Tejera His glove aint awful but he aint no CF anymore (16 errors and 8 negative plays). Luckily he is still ripping up the league with is bat .331 avg and 25 homers. The HOF is just around the corner for him but no Gold Glove. Hon Mention, Eric Murphy This all-star catcher doesn’t seem to have the legs anymore, 8 errors and a weak 22% CS percentage. Still has the stick to stay in the league.

The Rob Deer Award

Player who hits the homers and not much else.

Allen Barkley This career .270 hitter is having a way down year with the avg. A .214 avg and a .263 OBP offset his 25 homers in just over 400 at bats. Not really earning the 6 million this season. Hon Mention, Orlando Espinosa Not much better the Barkley .218 avg and a .275 OBP, is out homering barley by 1 in 20 less at bats as well.

The Dal Maxvill Award

Just look him up.

Julio Beltre brings gold glove type defense and a .210 avg with 1 HR every 130 ab’s and a no speed. Hon mention, Vin Hudson has the defensive ability of a good RF and the bat of Okay hitting pitcher. .195 avg and 1 homerun in over 350 at bats.

700 Saves club!!

Congratulations to the Boise Browncoats' Felipe Cairo for saving his 700th game! Quite a remarkable feat! Surely a sure-fire-HOFer Cairo has had a tremendous career in Boise!!!!