MARKET PULSE: Second Baseman in the Second Round?
Mar 4 2012
MockDraftCentral's Average Draft Position report
For years we have preached not to overplay the scarcity card. Focus on production in the first few rounds, then wait for a timely pick later. At catcher and shortstop we espoused this consistent mantra. Despite depth at second base, however, few late values exist. Managers overrate scarcity throughout the draft. So here, it may pay to take a superstar who mans the keystone early, because their production will equal their actual value.
Take One at the Top
Robinson Canó (2B, NYY) lasts until #11 in the current ADP rankings. One could argue that outside of Albert Pujols (1B, STL) and Miguel Cabrera (1B, DET), Cano represents the most consistent track record of first round...
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