Fan Fanatic Sports Staff
Well, I really blew it last week by not posting my weekly column. I apologize. I will offer no excuses. Now onto the article. We are almost two months into the season, and this is where you start to find out who's for real, and who's not.
Top 10 Hitters of the Week:
1. Jose Bautista (Blue Jays) - It's very hard for me to believe, but Bautista might just be a good pick up this season. He'll never hit for average, but his power numbers and run production have been consistent so far this season. Just be careful if you're in a league with strikeouts. He has a k rate of nearly 25%.
2. Dan Uggla (Marlins) - Weren't we just speaking about a hitter who k's a ton. Forget about that right now. While I'm skeptical about him keeping his average around .290 (30 points higher than his career average) he's on pace for a 30/100/100 season. That's nothing to scoff at especially at the 2nd base position.
3. Alex Rodriguez (Yankees) - What can you say about Arod that hasn't already been said.
4. Shane Victorino (Phillies) - If you know me, then you know I can't stand the Flyin' Hawaiian, but it looks like he starting to turn his season around. He's on pace to easily surpass his career high of 14 homers and 62 RBI.
5. David Ortiz (Red Sox) - Maybe I was wrong? I'm not sure, maybe he's back on his super shakes, but the one thing I know is you need to ride Big Papi for everything he has now. If you have him, I'd try and sell him high.
6. Kevin Youkillis (Red Sox) - I may not like him personally, but I respect the heck out of him as a ball player. He's about as complete a hitter out there as you'll find and is on pace for his first 30/100 season.
7. Luke Scott (Orioles) - As long as he's facing right handed pitchers, he'll rake for power and drive in runs. The Orioles are very good with his playing time and understand what he can and cant' do. He's a good guy for an extra outfielder or the utility position.
8. Nelson Cruz (Rangers) - I'm not sure people realize how productive this guy is. If he can stay healthy, he'll be a top 10 outfielder in fantasy production.
9. Justin Upton (Diamondbacks) - I'm a big fan of J-Up. It's nice to see him raise his average 30 points the past two weeks as he's been hot. It now looks like he's righted the ship after a bad start.
10. Corey Hart (Brewers) - If you need a good 4th OF, then Hart's your guy. He'll never light the world on fire for an entire season, but is a solid bench guy.
Top 10 Pitchers of the Week:
1. Joe Saunders (Angels) - He's put up two great starts after staring the season 1-4 with a 7.04 ERA. This is a good time to buy low on him if you know his current owner is frustrated.
2. Ricky Romero (Blue Jays) - I think it's safe to say he's a legitimate starter now. The former 6th overall pick is dealing again after struggling for a few starts.
3. Anibel Sanchez (Marlins) - Is he finally healthy again? It looks like it. He's owned in only 5% of Yahoo leagues so he's available.
4. Ubaldo Jiminez (Rockies) - The beast keeps rolling, and I don't see him slowing down for a while.
5. Clayton Kershaw (Dodgers) - Finally the kid goes 7+ in 3 straight starts. This just might be the start of something magical, but I'm pretty biased. His long term potential is scary good.
6. Jonathon Broxton (Dodgers) - It was only a matter of time before he started accumulating saves as he's had 4 this week and 7 straight.
7. Edwin Jackson (Diamondbacks) - One good start does not turn around a bad year. Keep an eye on him
8. Jon Lester (Red Sox) - I may not be a Sox fan, but I'm a big fan of Lester. He's won 4 in a row and is back on track. There is a reason why he's one of the best left handed starters in the bigs.
9. Jeremie Guthrie (Orioles) - He has a 3.86 ERA, a 1.08 WHIP, and a 3 to 1 K to BB rate. Pretty decent numbers. Too bad he's on 2-4. I still think he's worth a pick up though.
10. Clay Buchholz (Red Sox) - It's hard to think he's been the most consistent Bo Sox starter thus far, but that's the truth. He also leads the staff with a 3.26 ERA.
Cut em' or Claim em':
1. Ian Kennedy (Diamondbacks) - He's no Phil Hughes, but has been pretty darn good for the D-Backs so far. I say Claim him.
2. Randy Wolf (Brewers) - Cut him, cut him, cut him. He's made the Brewers look foolish so far this year.
3. Gordon Beckham (White Sox) - My gut says hold onto him, but he's been so god awful that he can no longer take a spot on my bench. Cut em'!
4. John Ely (Dodgers) - Maybe I'm just being a Dodgers fan here, but so far I'm impressed. So impressed that I say Claim em'. In 25.2 innings pitched he has 25 K's and only 3 walks. That is nice!
5. Jonny Gomes (Reds) - He's getting at bats in Cincy, and has done the absolute most with them. If you absolutely need an outfielder or utility guy, then claim him. I just don't buy the start he's had. He has to come back to reality.
6. Rod Barajas (Mets) - Catching is so thin that you need to claim him if you can. I'm not sure it will last, but the guy has an .893 OPS and 10 home runs, and is currently the #1 fantasy catcher according to Yahoo.
7. James Loney (Dodgers) - If only he could hit for power. What helps is his average, and the fact that he's stolen 6 bases already at the 1st base position. I'd claim him and use him as a solid bench player and occasional starter
8. Carlos Quentin (White Sox) - Cut him! I think his amazing 2008 is a fluke. Of course he can still hit a home run, but overall he's just not that good.
Well people, until next week
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