PT TOMORROW: NL East—Time to ease up on Taylor

Washington Nationals

After giving Michael A. Taylor a hard time for most of the season, we have to (at least temporarily) eat a piece of humble pie this week. The speedster has been on fire at the plate since the beginning of June, slashing .338/.391/.438. His strikeout rate has dipped a bit over that stretch, and he has given fantasy owners a major speed boost by swiping 10 bags. The Nats have handled Adam Eaton (OF, WAS) with kid gloves, which has given Taylor plenty of chances to stay hot. As Eaton proves to be healthy, he will likely command more playing time. But Taylor now has a real chance at keeping a semi-regular role throughout the summer. The team’s best defensive center fielder, Taylor could also hold his starting gig if...

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