posted 1/27/12 4:19 PM PST
by Jason Martinez
The next edition of 'MLBDepthCharts Magazine' is a bit of an unexpected addition, as it wasn't in my original plans to be included as one of the many features. But it turns out that Clint Chisam, who did the re-design of the magazine, can do a lot more than create a really good excel design. He's put together a new 'Fantasy Edition' that will be included in the original subscription and will be sent out for the first time this weekend. Updated versions will be sent out every Monday throughout the offseason.
Over the past few months, many of you have requested certain features such as fantasy rankings, games played by position, estimated auction price, average draft position, etc. These features, along with many others, are included in the 'Fantasy Edition'. There is a thorough explanation for Clint's rankings and efficiency ratings in the magazine but go ahead and click on the screenshots to see a good example of each:
Newest Features to 'MLBDepthCharts Magazine'
posted 1/25/12 3:38 PM PST
by Jason Martinez
As we continue to come up with new and innovative ideas to improve our product, I will be giving you updates right here on the site. There are two new features to the magazine, as of today. The first is a 'Transaction Tracker', which you're probably familiar with if you were part of the free trial during the regular season. I'll be keeping up with all the latest roster moves and adding a brief analysis for each. These will be included in the 'Roster Projection' editions of the magazine. Click on the screenshot below to see the sample:
by Jason Martinez
As we continue to come up with new and innovative ideas to improve our product, I will be giving you updates right here on the site. There are two new features to the magazine, as of today. The first is a 'Transaction Tracker', which you're probably familiar with if you were part of the free trial during the regular season. I'll be keeping up with all the latest roster moves and adding a brief analysis for each. These will be included in the 'Roster Projection' editions of the magazine. Click on the screenshot below to see the sample:
'MLBDepthCharts Magazine' - Projected Starter By Position Comparison
posted 1/22/12 10:42 AM PST
by Jason Martinez
The latest edition of 'MLBDepthCharts Magazine', which includes 'Projected Starter By Position Comparisons', Free Agent Tracker, Injury Report, and a Roster Projection Grid, has been sent out to subscribers. A few screenshots are below. Click on them to see a larger version.
For more info on 'MLBDepthCharts Magazine' and how to subscribe, click HERE.
by Jason Martinez
The latest edition of 'MLBDepthCharts Magazine', which includes 'Projected Starter By Position Comparisons', Free Agent Tracker, Injury Report, and a Roster Projection Grid, has been sent out to subscribers. A few screenshots are below. Click on them to see a larger version.
For more info on 'MLBDepthCharts Magazine' and how to subscribe, click HERE.
Top 30 MLB Must-Follows on Twitter by Bleacher Report
posted 1/20/12 1:05 PM PST
by Jason Martinez
The MLBDepthCharts Twitter feed has earned it's third top follow list in the last six months (SI.com's Inaugural Top 100 in July; Top Prospect Alert's 'Top 50 Must-Follow Baseball Twitter Account's' earlier this month were the first two. Bleacher Report has released it's top 30 MLB Must-Follows and if the numbers associated with the name mean anything, I came in at #3 behind one of the best baseball writers around, Kevin Goldstein of Baseball Prospectus and ESPN, and former Rangers' farmhand Michael Schlact, who I finally started following after hearing a lot of great things about his tweeting ability.
Thanks to Matt Trueblood, who wrote the article, although he does mistakenly mention that I do have help with the feed. I do have a team of awesome contributors, who help in many different aspects (magazine, regular season features, podcast, etc.), but the twitter feed, roster projections and updates, for consistency's sake, are solely my work. I like to mention that so people will cut me more slack if I make a mistake once in awhile. In all seriousness, it's an honor to be mentioned with the other names on the list. I guess I'm doing something right. Thanks Matt and Bleacher Report!
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by Jason Martinez
The MLBDepthCharts Twitter feed has earned it's third top follow list in the last six months (SI.com's Inaugural Top 100 in July; Top Prospect Alert's 'Top 50 Must-Follow Baseball Twitter Account's' earlier this month were the first two. Bleacher Report has released it's top 30 MLB Must-Follows and if the numbers associated with the name mean anything, I came in at #3 behind one of the best baseball writers around, Kevin Goldstein of Baseball Prospectus and ESPN, and former Rangers' farmhand Michael Schlact, who I finally started following after hearing a lot of great things about his tweeting ability.
Thanks to Matt Trueblood, who wrote the article, although he does mistakenly mention that I do have help with the feed. I do have a team of awesome contributors, who help in many different aspects (magazine, regular season features, podcast, etc.), but the twitter feed, roster projections and updates, for consistency's sake, are solely my work. I like to mention that so people will cut me more slack if I make a mistake once in awhile. In all seriousness, it's an honor to be mentioned with the other names on the list. I guess I'm doing something right. Thanks Matt and Bleacher Report!
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The Spreadsheets at 'MLBDepthCharts Magazine'
posted 1/19/12 3:05 PM PST
by Jason Martinez
The latest benefit of being a subscriber to 'MLBDepthCharts Magazine' is access to excel spreadsheets of our projected 25-man rosters and players 'On the Outside Looking In'. This has been a popular tool for readers over the past two offseasons and I'm positive that they will be even better in 2012.
Excel Spreadsheet features (so far)
•25-man roster projections
•'On the Outside Looking In' (includes players, not on the projected 25-man roster, that are currently on the 40-man roster and players who have been invited, or who I think may be invited to Spring Training).
•2011 stats, 2011 level, age, date of birth, Baseball America and Baseball Prospectus prospect ranking, 2012 salary, Contract info
•Roster Projection Grid
•Injury Report
Coming soon ...
•Projected Starter-by-Position Comparison
•Efficiency Ratings
•Player Rankings
•Position Chart
So what are you waiting for? Sign up now! For more info, click HERE or just send me an email with any specific questions you may have.
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by Jason Martinez
The latest benefit of being a subscriber to 'MLBDepthCharts Magazine' is access to excel spreadsheets of our projected 25-man rosters and players 'On the Outside Looking In'. This has been a popular tool for readers over the past two offseasons and I'm positive that they will be even better in 2012.
Excel Spreadsheet features (so far)
•25-man roster projections
•'On the Outside Looking In' (includes players, not on the projected 25-man roster, that are currently on the 40-man roster and players who have been invited, or who I think may be invited to Spring Training).
•2011 stats, 2011 level, age, date of birth, Baseball America and Baseball Prospectus prospect ranking, 2012 salary, Contract info
•Roster Projection Grid
•Injury Report
Coming soon ...
•Projected Starter-by-Position Comparison
•Efficiency Ratings
•Player Rankings
•Position Chart
So what are you waiting for? Sign up now! For more info, click HERE or just send me an email with any specific questions you may have.
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Which One Of My Roster Projections Annoys You the Most?
posted 1/19/12 5:49 PM PST
by Jason Martinez
In an effort to make my roster projections as accurate as possible, I do listen to all feedback from readers and consider making changes based on it. In fact, I make changes often because of reader arguments. It forces me to do further research and dig for answers.
Some of you may not like a lot of my current projections, but what I'm asking for in the comments section is ONE roster projection that really annoys you when you look at it. If it makes you think to yourself, 'THERE IS NO F'ING WAY THAT IS HAPPENING', please post it in the comments section with what you think is the more likely scenario. Don't re-do an entire 25-man projection for me. Just one specific section or one position. You're also welcome to comment that you think I'm right on with all 30 roster projections.
Have fun!
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by Jason Martinez
In an effort to make my roster projections as accurate as possible, I do listen to all feedback from readers and consider making changes based on it. In fact, I make changes often because of reader arguments. It forces me to do further research and dig for answers.
Some of you may not like a lot of my current projections, but what I'm asking for in the comments section is ONE roster projection that really annoys you when you look at it. If it makes you think to yourself, 'THERE IS NO F'ING WAY THAT IS HAPPENING', please post it in the comments section with what you think is the more likely scenario. Don't re-do an entire 25-man projection for me. Just one specific section or one position. You're also welcome to comment that you think I'm right on with all 30 roster projections.
Have fun!
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'MLBDepthCharts Magazine' - Roster Projections Preview
posted 1/17/12 1:45 PM PST
by Jason Martinez
Now that we've re-designed the magazine and released out first few issues, I wanted to give everyone an opportunity to get a look at one feature that subscribers will be receiving on a regular basis. The Roster Projection editions, which will be sent out as often as necessary to keep everyone updated, include 59 pages for the AL and 66 pages for the NL.
Click HERE to see a 3-team (BAL, KC, OAK), 13-page preview. You can zoom in and out or you can just click on 'file' and 'download'. Contact me if you have problems opening it and I can send you a copy.
Now if you want to see all 30 teams, you'll have to subscribe to the magazine. Click HERE for more info.
Next on the agenda for 'MLBDepthCharts Magazine':
•Excel Spreadsheets will be made available for the Roster Projections and soon-to-be released 'Projected Starter-by-Position Comparisons'. The projections should be available for subscribers later this evening. The position comps should be available in a few days.
•Updated and re-designed edition that includes 'Projected Starter-by-Position Comparisons, Free Agent Tracker, Trade Tracker, Injury Report, and Roster Projection Grid' will be sent to subscribers later in the week.
•Back to finalizing the organization depth charts. ETA is late January.
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by Jason Martinez
Now that we've re-designed the magazine and released out first few issues, I wanted to give everyone an opportunity to get a look at one feature that subscribers will be receiving on a regular basis. The Roster Projection editions, which will be sent out as often as necessary to keep everyone updated, include 59 pages for the AL and 66 pages for the NL.
Click HERE to see a 3-team (BAL, KC, OAK), 13-page preview. You can zoom in and out or you can just click on 'file' and 'download'. Contact me if you have problems opening it and I can send you a copy.
Now if you want to see all 30 teams, you'll have to subscribe to the magazine. Click HERE for more info.
Next on the agenda for 'MLBDepthCharts Magazine':
•Excel Spreadsheets will be made available for the Roster Projections and soon-to-be released 'Projected Starter-by-Position Comparisons'. The projections should be available for subscribers later this evening. The position comps should be available in a few days.
•Updated and re-designed edition that includes 'Projected Starter-by-Position Comparisons, Free Agent Tracker, Trade Tracker, Injury Report, and Roster Projection Grid' will be sent to subscribers later in the week.
•Back to finalizing the organization depth charts. ETA is late January.
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'MLBDepthCharts Magazine' Makeover
posted 1/14/12 10:48 AM PST
by Jason Martinez
Subscribers to 'MLBDepthCharts Magazine' are in for some very cool changes in the near future. The magazine is undergoing a much-needed, and much earlier than expected, facelift. Thanks to the hard work of Clint Chisam, who is the newest member of the MLBDepthCharts team, we should have an upgraded design that will look great and will be much easier on the eyes of the readers.
Not only does he know how to make an excel file look freakin' cool, Clint is an avid fantasy baseball player who brings a great fantasy baseball perspective to the magazine. Along with Bryce Kucko and Ed Ibarguen, who have played a very important role in getting the magazine off the ground, we strive to continue making improvements and creating one of the best baseball information resources you can find. The next updates of the NL and AL roster projections should have the new look, along with everything else moving forward.
Click on the previews below to check out the new design.
by Jason Martinez
Subscribers to 'MLBDepthCharts Magazine' are in for some very cool changes in the near future. The magazine is undergoing a much-needed, and much earlier than expected, facelift. Thanks to the hard work of Clint Chisam, who is the newest member of the MLBDepthCharts team, we should have an upgraded design that will look great and will be much easier on the eyes of the readers.
Not only does he know how to make an excel file look freakin' cool, Clint is an avid fantasy baseball player who brings a great fantasy baseball perspective to the magazine. Along with Bryce Kucko and Ed Ibarguen, who have played a very important role in getting the magazine off the ground, we strive to continue making improvements and creating one of the best baseball information resources you can find. The next updates of the NL and AL roster projections should have the new look, along with everything else moving forward.
Click on the previews below to check out the new design.
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MLBDepthCharts Magazine (JANUARY 3, 2012 - APRIL 3, 2012)
updated 1/9/12 3:21 PM PST
by Jason Martinez
Here's the latest on 'MLBDepthCharts Magazine', which was launched on January 3, 2012. The first three editions (NL and AL Roster Projections, Projected Starter By Position Comparisons, FA Tracker, Transaction Tracker, Roster Projection Grids, Roster Projection Spreadsheets, etc.) have been sent out, and updated several times. We're currently working on another great edition.
How do I sign up? The offseason subscription, which runs through April 3rd, 2012, has been set at $7.99. The price will remain the same even if you sign up in March. No matter when you sign up, you'll always receive updated versions of the magazine and will continue to receive updates until the start of the season. That's when the regular season begins and new subscription rates will be available. For those of you who do not wish to subscribe through the remainder of the offseason, but would like the latest versions of the magazine, can pay the $1.99 one-time fee. You will not have access to the organizational depth charts or excel spreadsheets, but you'll receive plenty of up-to-date information. I can't guarantee that it won't be outdated within a few days, though. So consider becoming a subscriber in order to stay informed of all the latest happenings around the league. If you pay the $1.99 for the latest edition, you can upgrade at a later date by paying the $6 difference. Contact me directly for that option.
Whether you sign up for the subscription or the one-time non-subscriber fee, the first four or five editions will be sent out every few days as they're completed. Non-subscribers will not receive updated information after they've received each of the first group of editions. The organizational depth charts should also be accessible for subscribers later this month. So what are you waiting for? Get signed up! If you happened to miss the FREE Trial, I'll be happy to send you some samples. Just shoot me an email to request it. Then come back and SIGN UP!
If you're a PayPal subscriber, you can log in and pay. Or just choose the visitor option at the bottom of the screen and make the payment that way. I will receive an email notification that you've signed up and I'll also receive your email address. That's all I will see. If you entered your correct email address, you should receive an email confirmation from PayPal. Depending on when you sign up, you will receive the latest edition(s) of the magazine within 24 hours. If you haven't, please contact me and let me know.
by Jason Martinez
Here's the latest on 'MLBDepthCharts Magazine', which was launched on January 3, 2012. The first three editions (NL and AL Roster Projections, Projected Starter By Position Comparisons, FA Tracker, Transaction Tracker, Roster Projection Grids, Roster Projection Spreadsheets, etc.) have been sent out, and updated several times. We're currently working on another great edition.
How do I sign up? The offseason subscription, which runs through April 3rd, 2012, has been set at $7.99. The price will remain the same even if you sign up in March. No matter when you sign up, you'll always receive updated versions of the magazine and will continue to receive updates until the start of the season. That's when the regular season begins and new subscription rates will be available. For those of you who do not wish to subscribe through the remainder of the offseason, but would like the latest versions of the magazine, can pay the $1.99 one-time fee. You will not have access to the organizational depth charts or excel spreadsheets, but you'll receive plenty of up-to-date information. I can't guarantee that it won't be outdated within a few days, though. So consider becoming a subscriber in order to stay informed of all the latest happenings around the league. If you pay the $1.99 for the latest edition, you can upgrade at a later date by paying the $6 difference. Contact me directly for that option.
Whether you sign up for the subscription or the one-time non-subscriber fee, the first four or five editions will be sent out every few days as they're completed. Non-subscribers will not receive updated information after they've received each of the first group of editions. The organizational depth charts should also be accessible for subscribers later this month. So what are you waiting for? Get signed up! If you happened to miss the FREE Trial, I'll be happy to send you some samples. Just shoot me an email to request it. Then come back and SIGN UP!
If you're a PayPal subscriber, you can log in and pay. Or just choose the visitor option at the bottom of the screen and make the payment that way. I will receive an email notification that you've signed up and I'll also receive your email address. That's all I will see. If you entered your correct email address, you should receive an email confirmation from PayPal. Depending on when you sign up, you will receive the latest edition(s) of the magazine within 24 hours. If you haven't, please contact me and let me know.
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TopProspectAlert.com's 'Top 50 Must-Follow Baseball Twitter Accounts'
posted 1/7/12 3:31 PM PST
by Jason Martinez
I'd like to thank TopProspectAlert.com for choosing the MLBDepthCharts Twitter account as one of their top 50 must-follows for baseball coverage. Check out the list by clicking HERE.
by Jason Martinez
I'd like to thank TopProspectAlert.com for choosing the MLBDepthCharts Twitter account as one of their top 50 must-follows for baseball coverage. Check out the list by clicking HERE.
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