In part 1 of this series, we considered the issues of tanking and related dump trades in keeper/dynasty leagues. It is understandable that the topic stirred up some emotions, because dump trades are a sensitive issue, often at the center of much consternation in rotisserie league competition. However, I don’t believe that dump trades are the problem. They are only a symptom of the underlying problem, which can occur in any league—even re-draft leagues. The issue I am speaking of is a lack of engagement.
Something to Play For
When our team falls out of the race and there is “nothing to play for,” it is easy to lose focus, whether mid-May or the dog days of summer. When our star player gets hurt and our sleepers won’t wake up, a season...
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