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Greetings! Hmmm, it seems I’m leaving the good ole U.S. of A on Tuesday to go fishing, and I somehow just realized I don’t get internet reception where I’m headed. Ain’t that bout a be-yatch! I’m not fond of leaving my readers “hanging” as I prefer you all erect… err, anyway, your flaccidness shan’t be a problem, for I’m leaving you with a short post with my second half predictions. Oh, you think yourself to me more intelligent than the Elder Gods and myself, do you? Oh-hoho! Well, I’ll be your huckleberry. Leave all predictions in the comment section, but beware, the Elders seldom allow my defeat and are known to curse generations of my opposition’s families for centuries.

After hitting the peace pipe for what seemed an eternity, a few of the Elders appeared in Beddict Manor, not only to blaze up, but to talk a little baseball. Below is what we agreed upon. TAKE HEED!

1. Miguel Sano will challenge and DEFEAT Carlos Correa in the rookie of the year battle. His boom shots are defeaning to anyone within a 15 mile range and three reporters have already passed out after witnessing Sano hit the showers. Expect AT LEAST 18 more bombs while “The Shark” keeps the Twins in the wild card race.

2. Tyler Clippard will be traded to a contender’s bullpen, so I’d highly recommend you trading him now, while you’re still able. Clipp-Daddy has done a phenomenal job thus far, posting a 2.43 ERA, a 1.11 WHIP, and 17 lockdowns. The Yankees would love to grab this hog for the 7th inning, giving them the best 1-2-3 punch in the game, BY FAR.

3. Though it pains me deeply to admit this, as I, myself, am an owner, Corey Dickerson will attempt to come back ONE more time from his plantar fasciitis, re-injure himself , and be shut down for the season as the Rockies literally have nothing to play for. Though, I am interested to witness what the young Jonathan Gray has to offer us. I just picked him up everywhere by the way. Yes, C-Dick has been about as useful to our fantasy squads as Creed’s music is to society. It’s tough to swallow, but one has to be realistic about these things.

4. The man we’ve all been waiting on to erupt, Kris Bryant, will mash 15-20 dongs in the second half, crushing the life out Joc Pederson’s rookie of the year chances. I’d expect a slight decrease in stolen base attempts but the power is more thunderous than Rosie O’Donnell sprinting to the entrance of an Old Country Buffet.

5. Mookie Betts has had his ups and downs, but, hey, we all have, right? Prepare yourselves for the kind of breakout we haven’t witnessed since Kim Kardashian got her muffin skewered on video. We are gazing upon one of baseball’s future stars and I expect at least 10 bombs, 15 steals, and an ungodly amount of runs scored. Mookie is the future and the future is now, ya’ll.

6. This one may anger some of you, but Alex Rodriguez will continue his glorious comeback, finishing with 30+ bombs and 80+ RBI. The man’s character has been stomped out like some poor chump on Worldstar, but he’s shown almost no signs of wear and tear and he’s hitting in the middle of a solid lineup that just may add another piece. I admit, I attempted to sell high on A-Rod numerous times, albeit with no takers, but now I’m content on just riding him out as he’s been a top-6 third baseman all season long.

7. Ian Desmond is with his sports psychologist as we speak, conquering his demons, ready to tear it up in the second half of the season when the Nationals make nuclear waste of the NL East. There’s only a few short stops I’d rather own for the second half of the 2015 season, and it’s Desmond’s final chance to cash in as a free agent as he probably wants his agent’s nuts in a jar for guiding him in turning down 100 million this past offseason. I expect at least 10 homers, 5-10 steals, and a dramatic rise in batting average.

8. Jose Abreu has been playing with our emotions all season long, hitting for a beautiful .296 BA, but with only 14 lawn jobs and and a paltry 46 RBI. If you have the means to trade for this savage, now would be the time to do so. Expect 20+ bombs and an Amber Rose butt load of RBI. It has been written.

9. Say one thing for Robinson Cano, he doesn’t enjoy not being invited to the All-Star game festivities. There’s simply no way he lies dormant for the second half of 2015, as he’s another player you should be looking to buy low on, IMMEDIATELY. I fully expect the Mariners to make a push for the Wild Card in the second half, with Cano being the driving force. The .250 average and 6 homers are embarrassing for the man who is only in the SECOND year of a 10 year deal, but his second half numbers will be something that you can one day tell your grandchildren about. I highly recommend the name, Tehol, if you’re at all assisting in the naming of these children.

10. And so we begin Josh Hamilton‘s second comeback story….Or is it the third? I’ve lost count. Anyway, the Elders have told me Ham-Bone is a must own in 12-team leagues, and will play at an all-star level for the remainder of the season, helping the Rangers contend for a wild card berth IF they acquire some pitching to go along with the guys they have coming back from injury. Don’t stop, belieeeeeeeeeven!

And there you have it! Beddict’s second half predictions. As per usual your comments and questions will be responded to, this time between my breaks between catching monster King Salmon. As I mentioned earlier, your predictions are welcome below, and whomever is most spot on will receive three slabs of the finest smoked salmon money can buy, caught by Beddict the Elder himself. Enjoy your weekend.

 

 

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