BATTERS: Post-injury best bets

Injuries are a part of baseball, but in 2012 it seemed they were a bigger part than usual. Many big name hitters landed on the disabled list and at certain points in the season, your roster might've had more star power on the bench or in DL slots than in your actual lineup. As such, there are many players with significant questions about their respective health and value in 2013. Evaluating a player that's coming off an injury-plagued season can be a tricky proposition, but the Batter Buyer's Guide is here to help.

Since any player that missed significant time (defined for the purposes of this article as appearing in 100 games or less) on the DL in 2012 can be considered a gamble, this column has co-opted wagering vernacular. Using...

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