BATTERS: Very early slow start holds, 2021
Apr 19 2021
It can be tempting to cut bait on hitters who have gotten off to slow starts. Resisting the urge to do so often is difficult, since we all want to get off to quick starts in our leagues. But it's a decision that can help you enjoy the ride up when skilled bats turn things around.
Let's take a closer look at a dozen guys who stand great shots at rebounding from their early swoons, keeping in mind that small sample sizes can easily lead owners to making cut decisions that they will later regret.
AMERICAN LEAGUE
Austin Meadows (LF, TAM) is carrying a rough .220 BA after 50 AB. But that mark likely will head north quickly. For one, his 24% h% is down five points from 2020. His 91.6 mph exit velocity is 2 mph higher than the one posted by...
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