With
one month left in the MLB regular season, fantasy baseball owners are looking to make some
smart moves to position themselves for a title run. In order to do that, it is
very important to stay on top of the game in general. Teams are shutting down
players left and right due to injuries, and that means other players are going
to get a chance to have success. Baseball in the month of September is much
different than in April. Here’s a look at 3 guys available in more than half of
the fantasy baseball leagues out there. They should all be able to have quite a
bit of success in the last month, so pick them up if there is space.
Jake
Odorizzi
For
one reason or another, fantasy baseball owners are pretty slow to pick up on
Odorizzi this season. Perhaps they are scared off by a slow start to the
regular season, but the 24-year-old still has plenty of potential. In a recent
start against the Baltimore Orioles, he was absolutely dominated. Some people
in fantasy baseball might be a little scared off by that, but he is a guy who
has been solid since the All-Star break other than that appearance. Considering
the fact that he strikes out hitters at a high rate, he is worth the gamble
down the stretch.
Arismendy
Alcantara
At
this stage in the season, versatility is key. There are very few solid players
available in free agencies that have eligibility at 3 different positions in
fantasy baseball. Alcantara can play at 2nd base, shortstop or
outfield if need be. His batting average is not very high, but he is someone
who can contribute decent power numbers and speed. Now that he’s getting a
chance to play every single day, he’s going to put up numbers.
Michael
Wacha
After
starring in the playoffs last year, Wacha has battled through a pretty rough
2014 regular season. He has been injured for a while now, but the 23-year-old
is now getting a chance to contribute down the stretch. He has been rehabbing
nicely in the minor-league system, but as soon as the year is over in the
minors, St. Louis could call him up and use him right away. Grab him now before
he is officially back in the rotation.
