Monday, May 16, 2016

Fantasy Implications of A Brawl



By now we have all seen the punch heard round the league.  This shot from Odor because of a questionable slide from Bautista is going to change fantasy strategy for a week or two.

Suspensions will be handed down and you may need a replacement.

Rougned Odor will probably receive a suspension ranging from 10 to 20 games.  This means that for two to three weeks you may need a replacement.

My suggestions are to look for options on the waiver wire if you do not have a backup.

Solid options are:

Jonathan Schoop and Juricskon Profar

Schoop does not get any walks (five this year) but he does hit Home Runs.  This can compensate for some of the pop Odor gives.

Profar was a top prospect for years, and was ahead of Odor in the Rangers plan before a horrendous injury.  Profar will be on your roster until Odor returns (assuming he is called up).

Bautista will probably be suspended but for significantly less time.  If you cannot deal with the loss of his value I would suggest looking to OF for steals to try and gain points their while he is gone.

Josh Donaldson may see a suspension for his action.  In this case I would just seek a hot bat at 3B because of a lack of depth and power at the position.

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