Week One League Preview

Roto NL vs TechEast

The Roto NL roster makes its debut tonight against a tough TechEast tonight. Hitters, such as HaZed and HrPower, should strike fear into the hearts of the unproven TechEast pitchers. However, NubXPRESS might have a difficult time shutting down the incredible TechEast offense. Baptiste, gatyopin2, Nataliamo, and ABSmoke should all give the pitching combo of NubXPRESS and Pesto a hard time. Look for this game to be an offensive battle.

Keys to the Game

For Roto NL:

Solid defense. Defense is something that Roto NL has always seemed to struggle with. By showing they can make plays in the outfield, Roto NL will surely impress and prove they are serious in making a playoff run.

For TechEast:

Pitching. We all know TechEast can hit but with that pitching staff, you never know if they can pitch consistently enough to win. If the pitching trio of Sandman7, kiku, and Vejar can somehow shut down the Roto NL offense, TechEast might be able to pull of a win.

Fire’s Prediction: 12-10 Roto NL

Newbert’s Prediction: 14-8 Roto NL

Players to Watch For: Baptiste, NubXPRESS


Lynx vs Bombers

The heavily-favored Bombers team will look to begin its quest for league champions tonight against Lynx. Do I need to go into detail how dangerous the Bombers offense is this season? Combined with some old and new faces, the Bombers offense should have no problem scoring runs this season. Cunning, Roguee, TheMan, and gimmepie will all look to dominate league this season. For Lynx, this will be their very first elite league for most of their players. In order to defeat Bombers, Lynx will have to hope for timely hitting and solid pitching.

Keys to the Game:

For Lynx:

Shut down the Bomber offense (sound easy enough). Limit the Bombers scoring opportunities and Lynx might be able to pull a major upset.

For Bombers:

Score, score, score. Dominate on offense and Bombers should be able start off the season with a win.

Fire’s Prediction: 14-6 Bombers

Newbert’s Prediction: 19-3 Bombers

Players to Watch For: Cunning, EWade


D Rays vs FlightAL

Well, this should be interesting. Not much can be said about this game except D Rays has no pitcher so it looks like they will have to rely entirely on their offense to win this game. FlightAL certainly has a strong offense and a proven elite league pitcher in DrDeath. In other words, this should be a total blowout in favor of FlightAL. If they do not win this game, I swear I will forever retire from RBO.

Keys to the Game:

For D Rays:

Score as many runs as possible. With no pitcher, its highly unlikely you will be able to limit the offense of FlightAL. The best the D Rays can do is to keep scoring runs and just they can outscore FlightAL.

For FlightAL:

Shut down D Rays. Their offense can be tough to handle. However, DrDeath should have no problem pitching against D Rays and it should be an easy win for FlightAL.

Fire’s Prediction: 17-3 FlightAL

Newbert’s Prediction: 11-8 FlightAL

Players to Watch For: KeenanG, DrDeath


Ambition vs BigHeroes

Ambition enters this league as a new team looking to pull off some upsets. This quest might come tonight against BigHeroes. Ambition is full of old of new faces. H0w and Bolter have both had previous experience in elite league and will look to lead the team in offense and defense. BigHeroes also has players that have also had previous league experience, including Bigio, BigJoll, and manager Her0.

Keys to the Game:

For Ambition:

Pitching? The only pitcher on the current roster is NLaLoosh. It might even just benefit Ambition to go with a non pitcher since Loosh only has 5 speed. Nonetheless, look for Ambition to stop the BigHeroes offense. If they also maximize their offensive potential, Ambition could start the season with an upset.

For BigHeroes:

Shut down Ambition. The duo of The24Kid and SupaNova can very easily limit Ambition. Along with solid defense, BigHeroes should be able to win.

Fire’s Prediction: 7-5 BigHeroes

Newbert’s Prediction: 12-10 Ambition

Players to Watch For: h0w, Her0


FlightNL vs DwH

FlightNL enters league with dominate pitchers. ElDuque and SmokeOut have to be considered two of the best pitchers in league this season. Both have had experience in elite league and both know how to win. In order to beat this team, DwH will have to hope for an offensive miracle. Hitting off those two pitchers will not be easy and must have solid pitching and hitting throughout the game.

Keys to the Game:

For FlightNL:

Simply score. Pitching is solid enough to give you a chance of winning every single game. Solidify this by giving your pitchers some run support. This will not be hard to do tonight against DwH.

For DwH:

Score early. You don’t want to be down late in the game. FlightNL has deep relief that will shut you down late in the game. Score runs early, and hope your pitching can do the rest.


Fire’s Prediction: 10-6 FlightNL

Newbert’s Prediction: 16-3 FlightNL

Players to Watch For: ElDuque, ensferum


Carnage vs Rage

Carnage comes into this league looking to repeat its same success that they had in the 2007-4 league. With its current roster, it is very possible to not only repeat but actually win league. Their offense has improved, and they even have some pitching depth with the addition of Sparkie. Megatron will face off with Rage tonight looking to win. Rage, on the other hand, does have some potential to win. Despite having a small roster, they do have some power hitters in Duster, RomeyC, and Cjwalker.

Keys to the Game:

For Carnage:

Pitching. Limit the hitters of Rage and trust your defense.

For Rage:

Focus on hitting Megatron. You do not want to be losing if Sparkie comes in to relief Megatron.

Fire’s Prediction: 9-4 Carnage

Newbert’s Prediction: 12-9 Rage

Players to Watch For: Megatron, RomeyC


TechWest vs Rotowire

TechWest, despite adding some key pitching additions, is still a relatively weak team. Compared to its sister team TechEast, offense is stacked in favor of TechEast. However, TechWest just might be able to defeat the inactive Rotowire. Moreover, Boget should still have no problem against TechWest.

Keys to the Game:

For TechWest:

Take advantage of Rotowire inactivity. The hitters of Rotowire might not be as good as they once were. Use this to your favor.

For Rotowire:

Trust Boget. Despite having a weaker offense, TechWest can still surprise and score some runs. If Boget can stop their offense, Rotowire should be able to win.

Fire’s Prediction: 8-5 Rotowire

Newbert’s Prediciton: 8-6 TechWest (walkoff HR)

Players to Watch For: Sandman16, Boget

Insanity vs Empire

Insanity is a combination of old and new faces that can score some runs. Colacino2, RickyD, and Dual are all potential hitters that should be able to hit the pitching staff of Empire. Empire is also filled with young and new faces, all with amazing talent.

Keys to the Game:

For Insanity:

Score runs early. Again, Empire does have a deep pitching staff in the trio of KMAN, Dre, and FIRE911. If they can score some runs early, their pitching should be able to hold the Empire offense.

For Empire:

Take advantage of scoring opportunities. Make sure to score early as well and let the pitching do the rest.

Fire’s Prediction: 9-6 Empire

Newbert’s Prediction: 12-4 Empire

Players to Watch For: Colacino2, KMAN

So who will be king? The quest for a league championship begins tonight at 9 EST. Good Luck to all teams.