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Showing posts with label runs and stolen bases. Show all posts
Showing posts with label runs and stolen bases. Show all posts

Tuesday

Looking for Steals?

Kazuo Matsui has come a long way since he began his MLB career with the New York Mets. After moving on to the Colorado Rockies, Matsui has blossomed. In 2006, Matsui hit .345 in 113 at-bats with the Rockies. So far in 2006, Matsui is batting .291 in 323 at-bats. Quality average for a starting second baseman. In addition to a decent batting average, Matsui is swiping bags at a high rate. In fact, for the month of August to-date, Matsui has stolen 11 bases. That's third best in the majors, behind speedsters Hanley Ramirez and Jose Reyes, for the month. If you're looking for some late speed, he may be your man.

Thursday

Fantasy Baseball Prospect to Keep an Eye On

Down in the AAA International League, there is a gentleman by the name of Rajai Davis who is tearing it up on the basepaths. He will eventually be called up by the Pittsburgh Pirates to take a spot in the outfield. In 2006 Rajai swiped 45 bags while coming to bat 345 times. So far in 2007, he has taken 27 bases (while being caught 9 times,) in 197 at-bats. Keep an eye out for Mr. Davis to appear in the bigs in the not-too-distant future. When he does make it up, ensure that you have him on your fantasy league roster.

Saturday

Runs and Stolen Bases

In the past week, there's been one player who has excelled in the runs and stolen base categories, who also just might be available in your fantasy league. His name is Reggie Willits, and plays outfield for the Angels. In the past week he has scored nine runs and swiped three bases. In addition, he could also help out in the average category, as over the past week he has gone 11 for 28 at the plate for a .393 clip.