DIVISIONAL OUTLOOK: AL Central—Beckham back
Jun 4 2013
Gordon Beckham (2B, CHW) has been activated and will return to the starting lineup; Tyler Greene (2B/SS, CHW) was designated for assignment. Beckham hit well during rehab (11 for 32), but did experience some soreness in his surgically repaired hand.
As Beckham returns, both Jeff Keppinger (1B/2B/3B/DH, CHW) and Conor Gillaspie (3B, CHW) will likely see some reduction in playing time. Because both provide more offense than Beckham, who has a .246 lifetime BA with little power and no speed, expect to see manager Robin Ventura work them into the lineup regularly. After a slow start, Keppinger hit .357 (20 for 56) from May 15 through June 2 and raised his average from .177 to .231 while maintaining his typically excellent...
Almost!
You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!
Already a subscriber? Sign in here
More From PT Tomorrow
The NL West has plenty of prospects to be excited about, but finding playing time has been difficult so far. Will their fortunes change in 2026?
Feb 12 2026 3:03am
Feb 12 2026 3:03am
The reality of Byron Buxton's injury history necessitates having a CF backup plan in place, but the Twins' current plan is unclear. Plus, a look at 2B for CWS and CLE, rotation depth for the Tigers, and the saves situation in KC.
Feb 10 2026 3:04am
Feb 10 2026 3:04am
Feb 5 2026 3:01am
With Yoan Moncada returning to 3B, there's a new position battle at 2B for the Angels.
Feb 4 2026 3:05am
Feb 4 2026 3:05am
Edwin Uceta headlines Tampa Bay's group of late-inning relievers, but early indications are that the team will revert to a committee approach for saves.
Feb 3 2026 3:08am
Feb 3 2026 3:08am
