2007 Minor League Draft: Round 2

21. North Babylon: Tim Lincecum, San Francisco
22. Setauket: Chuck Lofgren, Cleveland
23. Laurel: Reid Brignac, Tampa Bay
24. Kohler: Andy LaRoche, Los Angeles (N)
25. Bay Ridge: Felix Pie, Chicago (N)
26. Riverhead: Adam Miller, Cleveland
27. Brooklyn: Jose Tabata, New York (A)
28. Staten Island: Andrew McCutchen, Pittsburgh
29. Coram: Clayton Kershaw, Los Angeles (N)
30. St. Olaf: Nick Adenhart, Los Angeles (A)
31. Simpsonville: Jacoby Ellsbury, Boston
32. Westphalia: Kevin Kouzmanoff, San Diego
33. Ridge: Luke Hochevar, Kansas City
34. Browntown: Carlos Gonzalez, Arizona
35. Philadelphia: Jeff Samardzija, Chicago (N)
36. Nassau: Hunter Pence, Houston
37. Ninth Street: Travis Snider, Toronto
38. Mattituck: Jason Hirsch, Colorado
39. New Libertatia: Fernando Martinez, New York (N)
40. Hampton Bay: Joey Votto, Cincinnati

BEER Names

Well if the Riverhead Reds really want to stick with just beer names there are two Millers in the Rockies organization--one is an OF and the other is a RHP---don't worry about the rating of "C" that Sickels gives them both, what does Mr. Sickels know anyway !!!!

MY Picks

I'm glad everyone is so proud of the talent of the players they picked in the first two rounds of the draft. As for me-I picked my players based solely on their name. A. Miller & A. Miller have to be dynamic players- they are both named after a beer. I'm going for an all beer minor league roster - so if you know of any players with a beer associated name let me know-I 'll jump right on them in the next few rounds. Well, have to go- "It's Miller Time"

Empire Statement

In what can only be described as a coup of epic proportions, the Staten Island Empire have announced the signing of legendary fantasy baseball manager Tom Emanski to lead their initial surge through the nascent NFSL. Emanski, who guided the Truth or Consequences Cactus Franks to three straight League of Champions titles, is world-renowned for his encyclopedic knowledge of the fundamentals of the game and his ability to transform his players into ball-playing machines. With this hire, the Empire leave no doubt they are throwing down the gauntlet for the rest of the league, and throwing it down with both hands.

"If it weren't for Tom, I wouldn't be the borderline Hall of Famer I am today," said "Baseball Superstar" Fred McGriff. "I whole-heartedly endorse this hiring."

Keeping with his reputation, Emanski--who will also serve as the team's hitting and pitching coach--left his own press conference early to start working out with the Empire's two stud prospects, Jay Bruce and Andrew McCutchen. Before he left, however, the newly-appointed field general did offer some insight on what the rest of the draft class--as well as the major league signings--can expect. "Anyone stepping into an Empire uniform will be stepping out of it able to eat, breath, and sleep the same tested under fire techniques used by Baseball World's back to back to back A.A.U. National Championship teams. We may not win every game, but no one--and I mean no one--will be able to throw a ball from the outfield into a garbage can at home plate better than my boys. Or your money back."

MOTIVATED OWNERS !!!

I don't have a team logo yet because my computer skills are not that good, but I'm glad to see such skilled owners !!!---GREAT LOGOS !!

Mattituck Natives Sign Stud

The newly formed expansion team Mattituck Natives are excited about their first pick of what is expected to by ownership as a fast track to a Dynasty franchise. "We are very excited to welcome Billy Butler as our first overall pick in the NFSL draft. " said Tom McCaffery, Owner of the Mattituck Natives.



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Ridge Ducks Announce Logo and Draft Update

The Ridge Ducks today have announced their team colors and logo. The thought here is that while a duck is traditionally a docile creature, they're smarter than most people give them, and as Co-Owner Mike Thomas said "Who doesn't like Emilo Estevez?"

"Yeah. The new Logo looks an awful lot like the Disney-Sponsored Anaheim Ducks' New Tag, but it's better than the awful Quakerjack that other Island-Based Water Fowl Squad parades around." Quipped Co-Owner Rob Serva when asked for comment. "Hey, did you get a load of the soon-to-be-Major-League-Talent we've picked up in this Minor League Draft?"

While many teams have made excellent selections on future talent, it seems the Ducks are looking to win this year, using their first two picks to grab players that they feel will make a big impact on their Major League Roster this year. By grabbing Troy Tulowitzki with their first pick, Thomas said that they've settled their SS position with a player they feel will be the next Bobby Crosby, "hopefully with a little more power." With their Second Round pick, they nailed down future Ace Luke Hochevar.

"It's going to be a tough league to compete in. You can see already the level of attention being paid to these first couple of Draft Rounds." said Serva "We'll have to wait and see how everything shakes out, but I'm looking forward to our inaugural season. We've got our eye on a manager candidate, and if all goes well, hopefully we'll be making an announcement on that real soon too."

I'm Not Saying...

...they're slow in St. Olaf, but blonde polacks tell jokes about them.

A Little Help Here

Hello Super Leaguers! I'm in kind of a bind and i'm hoping there is a kind soul who can help me. I'm heading out to Mount Airy Lodge (where all you have to bring..is your love of everything!) for the weekend and i will be technology-less until 9pm sunday

If (probably when) it is my turn to pick, could someone send up a smoke signal? I will probably be extremely annoying as i wont know who was taken. So if there is anyone who will have the patience and kind heart to contact me, i will have my cheat sheet with me and ready to go.. The Brooklyn Isotopes are appreciative of the help (718-288-7574...i'll pay for text message fees if need be)

On a side note, what time and where for draft day (March 24th right?)?...need to prepare

Thank you for your time

Name change

Forgetting at the time that the league was NF I chose NF for a team name. I would like to change to Mattituck Natives if possible. Thanks Tom

NFSL NEWS RELEASE:

Hampton Bays Bambinos Unveiled the Teams new Logo. Teams rookie owner, John Ramirez said," I feel image is a huge part of the game & draw at the ticket gate." He added,"with this many teams located geographically so close together we're gonna try & stand out." With the first overall pick of the NFSL & a winning attitude they are on the right path.

Thanks shepherd

Thanks It seems I'm now on track.

Having a hard time blogging

Anybody got any info for me. It seems everytime I want to get into the nfsl blog I have to recreate a google account from the link in Franks invite e-mail. I keep using the same information every time (e-mail & password) but there has to be a better way. Is it my computer settings or brain settings or both. Helllllp.

Draft Format

Just some thoughts on the draft format.
With 320 selections for starters alone an all auction format probably will not work. We need to establish parameters for the transition to a serpentine format.
Values for each player should be established (can get most from any sports web site; others can be determined by the commissioners based on comparable players).
Should all rosters be balanced before switching to the serpentine format? (With an auction format a team may have three selections while another team may have one).
Any other thoughts for Frank to consider before we begin?

2007 Minor League Draft: Round 1

1. Hampton Bay: Alex Gordon, Kansas City
2. New Libertatia: Delmon Young, Tampa Bay
3. North Fork: Billy Butler, Kansas City
4. Ninth Street: Brandon Wood, Los Angeles (A)
5. Nassau: Phillip Hughes, New York (A)
6. Philadelphia: Homer Bailey, Cincinnati
7. Browntown: Justin Upton, Arizona
8. Ridge: Troy Tulowitzki, Colorado
9. Westphalia: Chris Young, Arizona
10. Simpsonville: Scott Elbert, Los Angeles (N)
11. St. Olaf: Joel Guzman, Tampa Bay
12. Coram: Matt Garza, Minnesota
13. Staten Island: Jay Bruce, Cincinnati
14. Brooklyn: Mike Pelfrey, New York (N)
15. Riverhead: Andrew Miller, Detroit
16. Bay Ridge: James Loney, Los Angeles (N)
17. Kohler: Cameron Maybin, Detroit
18. Laurel: Yovani Gallardo, Milwaukee
19. Setauket: Evan Longoria, Tampa Bay
20. North Babylon: Ryan Braun, Milwaukee

Some Stuff

Reminder to check the "Comments" link after each post for, well, comments. The Garza question was answered this way.

Also, anything in green is a link. Click on it for a wonderful adventure into the depths of the Internet. Or something.

Like the pix, boys. Kris, watch out for scurvy. Although, maybe I shouldn't call you Kris anymore.

As for our sea cow friends, something to keep in mind.

Winners

The Bensonhurst Manatees will take it all!!!

Garza

Garza pitched exactly 50 innings last season..not sure what the league policy will be on that

Bewarrrrrrre

Batten down the hatches, ye scurvy bastards! Cuz the Swashbucklers are comin' for ye, and we will offer no quarter!

Yovani Gallardo, The next Dwight Gooden !!!

Matt Garza

I believe matt garza is an ineligible pick for the minor league draft. I believe he has 50 innings pitched in his major league career, and to be eligible for the minor league draft he needs "LESS" than 50 innings pitched.

Dear Mr. Selig

If you are looking for an appropriate course of action to take with regards to Barry Bonds' failed amphetamine test might I suggest four months of seclusion in Glynco, GA with nothing more than a laptop and a dial-up connection. Outside of sending Bonds to the Lids store at the local mall and not letting him out until he finds a fitted hat that actually fits his bulbous head, I think this is the most cruel and unusual punishment you could dole out.

If you don't feel this appropriate just come and see for yourself...

Just a liitle fun from a wiseass

Tick Tock- Tick Tock- Drop your c*(k fill your spots. Just seeing if this works.

Prospecting: Chris Young

Now that the top prospects are off the board (as well as some less-than-top ones--not that there's anything wrong with that), let's see who's got what.

Westpahalia seems to believe what it has is a CF stud for the next 6 years in Chris Young. They're looking at a possible "35 SB, 18 HR, .258BA, 95 runs, 58RBI for 2007". Are they close or smoking crack? Or both?

Joel Guzman

Interesting Pick wilders, he's a big kid and if he ever reaches his potential he will be good.

Settle Down

We wanted to give everyone a chance to get their act together since we started drafting earlier than we normally would. Overall, I think things are going well. However, once we get into Round 2, everyone should be up to speed--or at least have had the chance to --and we'll start pounding out picks like...like...I'll let you guys finish that analogy.

St Olafs pick

I heard St Olaf was going to pick Vinny Nutella but there making him submit to a physical ( something about broken legs). - B Mulli - Reds

Frank, We need to speed this draft picking process up. TOO SLOWWWWWWWWWWW. 48 hours should be more than enough time. I am starting to get a bad feeling about this........

Ok, I'm in. Who's on the clock? LETS GO, MAKE A PICK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

A message from the GM of the Bay Ridge Wopdagos

Hello everyone, and welcome to what is going to shape up to be a fine season. But first, I want to introduce my new assistant general manager, Vinny Nutella.

Heyyo, whats up in here. I gotta says dis...dis is @#$%ed up...who came up with this name for this team??? Wopdagos? With out papers you piece of @#(*&R(#*&$&#@!!!

And everyone, that was my former assistant general manager, Vinny Nutella...now go inside and blow your brains out with your gun...

So, anyway, my first order of business is that I am accepting applications to the Frankie Wilders Fan Club. For only $49.95 a month, you get some cool stuff that is being worked on right now. More information to come as soon as you sign up!

Second order of business is that I will be accepting applications for my new assistant general manager as soon as someone dumps Vinny's lifeless body in the East River.

Third, I will be introducing other people of my front office and coaching staff as the season goes on. Be on the lookout for these colorful cast of characters coming to a blog near you.

Next posting in a week.

NFSL

NFSL Blogger newbie

Test

Maybe now!

I think I have it!@#$%^&*

klong

may i be the first to say klong sucks.

frank, looks like this works for me.
i know st olaf is on the clock, but us st olafans take our time and due diligence.

Draft Day 2007

OK---so far so good

hello

I'm slowly learning how to use this, we'll see how it goes.

Welcome Home

After an exhausting amount of trial and error, I heard a little voice at the back of my head whisper to keep it simple, something or other (the little voice had a little cough, so I missed the last word). Regardless, the message was clear. So, for now, let's see how this format works for our league announcements and whatnot.

As always, let me know ASAP if you have any questions or problems.