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The Shimmy Golf Newsletter – March 4, 2025
"Where Fantasy Meets Flair"
Welcome, golf fanatics! It’s time to lock in your fantasy golf lineups and ride the wave of players who’ve got that extra shimmy—the ones strutting their stuff on the course with big vibes and bigger potential. The Cognizant Classic just gave us a wild finish, and now the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill (March 6-9) is looming with a $20 million purse and 700 FedExCup points up for grabs. Let’s break down who’s hot, who’s got the moves, and who might shimmy their way to the winner’s circle.
Fantasy Standouts with Swagger
Joe Highsmith – The Weekend Warrior
Shimmy Factor: This guy went from barely making the cut to dropping back-to-back 64s at PGA National, snagging the Cognizant Classic title at odds. Talk about a strut!
Fantasy Fit: Highsmith’s ball-striking and newfound clutch gene make him a sneaky bench stash. Bay Hill’s tough layout might test him, but his momentum is undeniable.
Odds to Win at Arnie’s: (long shot, but he’s got the glow).
Scottie Scheffler – The Smooth Operator
Shimmy Factor: World No. 1 doesn’t just win—he dominates with a quiet confidence that’s basically a slow-motion shimmy. Seven wins in 2024, including the Masters, say it all.
Fantasy Fit: Your captain pick, no question. Scheffler’s a Bay Hill beast (won here in 2022), and his strokes gained stats are off the charts.
Odds to Win:
Tommy Fleetwood – The Fairway Funkmaster
Shimmy Factor: Those flowing locks and silky swings are pure course charisma. Tommy’s been knocking on the door for that first PGA Tour W, and his T10 at the Cognizant says he’s close.
Fantasy Fit: A starter with upside. Fleetwood’s accuracy off the tee suits Bay Hill’s tight fairways, and his iron play is heating up.
Odds to Win: (middle-tier value with a big payoff potential).
Updates: Who’s Shimming Up the Leaderboard?
Joe Highsmith: Fresh off his breakthrough win, he’s got the confidence to keep dancing through the Florida Swing. Watch him closely—he’s not a one-hit wonder yet.
Rory McIlroy: After a quiet T21 at the Cognizant, Rory’s ready to unleash some Irish shimmy at Bay Hill, where he won in 2018. Odds: .
Eric Cole: This guy’s wedge game and putting have him grooving (T6, T15 recently). He’s a sleeper to shake things up.
Prize Watch: Arnold Palmer Invitational Odds
Here’s a quick peek at the top dogs (via FanDuel, pre-tournament):
Scottie Scheffler:
Rory McIlroy:
Viktor Hovland:
Patrick Cantlay:
Tommy Fleetwood:
Longshot Shimmy: Joe Highsmith at
Fantasy Tip of the Week
Captain Scheffler for the double points—he’s a lock to contend. Pair him with Fleetwood and Cole as starters for balance, and stash Highsmith on the bench in case his hot streak keeps sizzling. Bay Hill rewards precision and power, so prioritize ball-strikers with a little extra flair.
How’s that? I kept it punchy, fun, and fantasy-focused with a nod to “shimmy” as players with momentum or style. Want me to tweak the tone, add more players, or dig deeper into stats? Let me know!
Fantasy line ups and replace scottie Scheffler with scotty doesnt know
Alright, let’s shake up the Shimmy Golf Newsletter with some fantasy lineups and replace Scottie Scheffler with "Scotty Doesn’t Know"—I’ll assume that’s a playful placeholder for a mystery golfer or a curveball pick. Since we’re in fantasy golf mode for the Arnold Palmer Invitational (March 6-9, 2025), I’ll slot in a sleeper with some flair to keep the shimmy alive. Here’s the revised draft with fantasy lineups added:
The Shimmy Golf Newsletter – March 4, 2025
"Where Fantasy Meets Flair"
Welcome back, fantasy golf junkies! The Cognizant Classic is in the books (shoutout to Joe Highsmith’s epic shimmy to victory), and now it’s time to set your lineups for the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill. We’re talking $20 million in prize money, 700 FedExCup points, and a course that demands swagger. Let’s spotlight the players with the moves and build some killer fantasy squads—without leaning on the obvious World No. 1. Yep, Scottie’s out; say hello to "Scotty Doesn’t Know" and more!
Fantasy Standouts with Swagger
Joe Highsmith – The Weekend Warrior
Shimmy Factor: Went from cut-line sweat to Cognizant champ with a swagger-soaked 64-64 finish. This rookie’s got the juice.
Odds to Win at Arnie’s: (still a long shot, but riding high).
"Scotty Doesn’t Know" (aka Jake Knapp) – The Wild Card
Shimmy Factor: Let’s sub in Jake Knapp here—big hitter, big vibes, and a Mexico Open win earlier this year. He’s got that “who’s this guy?” energy that keeps fantasy spicy.
Odds to Win:
Tommy Fleetwood – The Fairway Funkmaster
Shimmy Factor: Flowing hair, smooth swing, and a T10 last week. Tommy’s ready to strut into his first PGA Tour win.
Odds to Win: +2000 Collin Morikawa (value city).
Updates: Who’s Shimming Up the Leaderboard?
Joe Highsmith: he’s got the confidence to keep dancing at Bay Hill.
Rory McIlroy: T21 at Cognizant was a warm-up—his 2018 Bay Hill win says he’s got shimmy in reserve .
Eric Cole: Wedge wizardry and hot putts (T6, T15 recently) make him a sleeper at.
Fantasy Lineups to Win Your League
Here are three lineups to dominate your fantasy pool. Captains get 2x points—choose wisely!
The Shimmy Kings
Captain: Tommy Fleetwood – Precision and upside for Bay Hill’s tight fairways.
Starters: Joe Highsmith , Eric Cole – Momentum meets sleeper value.
Bench: Jake Knapp – "Scotty Doesn’t Know" stashed for a potential breakout.
The Rory Rumble
Captain: Rory McIlroy – Power and past champ vibes make him a safe bet.
Starters: Tommy Fleetwood , Jake Knapp – Flair and a wild card.
Bench: Joe Highsmith Keep the hot hand in your back pocket.
The Sleeper Shuffle
Captain: Jake Knapp "Scotty Doesn’t Know" swings big for the upset.
Starters: Eric Cole Joe Highsmith.
Bench: Rory McIlroy (– A top-tier safety net if the long shots fade.
Prize Watch: Arnold Palmer Invitational Odds
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Rory McIlroy:
Viktor Hovland:
Patrick Cantlay:
Tommy Fleetwood:
Jake Knapp:
Longshot Shimmy: Joe Highsmith
Fantasy Tip of the Week
Bay Hill loves bombers who can hit fairways—lean on Knapp’s distance and Fleetwood’s accuracy. Stash Highsmith for the hot streak, and don’t sleep on Cole’s short game. Avoid overthinking it; the shimmy comes from trusting your gut
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