Dan Uggla: Uggla was noted by a lot of fantasy outlets as having a high bust probability this year after last year's surprise season. His average is poor and he's not much of a base stealer, but his power numbers are doing just fine so far and he's more or less repeating his performance from last year. So far so good, and there's no reason to do anything with him.
Sergio Mitre: Mitre is putting up some impressive ratios (2.18 ERA, 1.18 WHIP) so far, but I don't have faith in him as more than a spot starter in mixed leagues against weak offenses. I have a feeling he's due to crash back down as nothing in his past suggests he's anywhere this good.
Hanley Ramirez: He's more than living up to expectations thus far. It seemed split between people whether he would progress or regress this year, and he's definitely progressing thus far. Between Ramirez, Cabrera, Uggla, and Hermida, the Marlins have the foundation for a quality offense for years to come, or more accurately until their cheap contracts start to expire.
Jhonny Peralta: Another HR last night gives him 8 on the season, and outside of batting average, he's definitely close to returning to his 2005 form. I'm not sure if he'll get up to .280, but the rest of his production is giving his owners great value this season.
Jeremy Accardo: 3/3 in saves, and still unscored upon. Not too bad so far for a waiver wire closer, and yet another example of why taking high-risk closers in the middle rounds is a waste of a draft choice. Teams will begin to figure him out, but from what I've read, he does have closer-quality stuff.
Hank Blalock: 3 straight 2 hit, 1 HR games. The power seems to be coming back, and the only thing that sucks is the lack of baserunners on when he jacks one out.
Carl Crawford: Up to 11 steals now. Those who didn't freak out when he was 1/3 in steals early in the season have been rewarded with 10 straight successful attempts. The 5 HR are nice too, and it seems like the power surge early last year wasn't as big of a fluke as some thought.
Brandon McCarthy: He was more than likely dumped to the waiver wire after starting off the season like a steaming turd, but he's starting to get his command figured out and lasted 6 innings last night, K'ing 7. I don't like his flyball tendencies in the Texas heat, especially during the summer months, so I don't think he's more than a spot starter against weak offenses, preferrably on the road. He will continue to improve though.
James Shields: Another great outing last night, although another no decision to show for it. He's on a roll, and should continue pitching well. I'd only bench him against the Yankees and Red Sox going forward.
Carlos Zambrano: Another glimmer of hope. After working hard on his mechanics of keeping his front closed after his last start, he put together one of this season's better performances by holding the Mets to 1 run in 8 IP. The 3:3 K:BB ratio isn't great, but he took a step in the right direction. He's still a great buy-low candidate, but act fast.
Carlos Lee: 2 more HRs last night, and he's been a monster so far this year. I'm looking really smart taking Jason Bay over him so far. Or not.
Hunter Pence: The best hitting prospect in the majors is off to a great start, hitting .310 with 3 HRs. I doubt he hits above .300 this year given pitchers will start adjusting to and attacking his weaknesses, but he's well worth picking up and using if you have a hole in your lineup while he's hot. The power is definitely legit, and the average could be too if he stays on top of the swing flaws that pitchers will eventually find.
Randy Johnson: 6 IP, 9 Ks, 1 H. He was not removed due to injury, and said he's feeling great. Buy low opportunity might be closed after this start, and being back in the NL will provide great help to his numbers.
Bobby Crosby: Numbers over the last month are .280, 15 Rs, 4 HRs, 14 RBIs, 4 SBs. Pick him up if you have a hole at SS...this might be the year he stays healthy and put his immense talent to full use.
Kelvim Escobar: I looked at his stat line this morning and immediately vomitted. Don't worry, he's not hurt. Just one of those nights. One of those ugly, ugly nights. *curses*
Felix Hernandez: Felix's control was off last night, but the most important part of his outing was that he didn't re-injure himself, and that his stuff looked great. He was pulled after 3 2/3 due to hitting his pitch count which was a shame due to the 10 runs of support the Seattle offense gave him. I'd use him next time out without concern.
Rafael Furcal: 3 straight 4 hit nights, and he's now hitting .297. I tried very hard to acquire him in a league where my SS (Felipe Lopez) sucks, but unfortunately we didn't have a match. It's a shame, because he was a great buy-low candidate a week ago.
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