F/F SPOTLIGHT: Andrew McCutchen

Since his debut in 2009, Andrew McCutchen (OF, PIT) has been one of the best players in the league, in both real baseball and fantasy baseball. In real baseball, he ranks third in WAR in that time, behind only Miguel Cabrera and Mike Trout. In fantasy baseball, he has posted $ values in the $25-$40 range and BPVs from 75-110.  He’s been a reliable first round pick for years.  From the 2016 Baseball Forecaster:

“Remarkably stable Eye, h%, HctX, PX, and xPX still scream superstar. His three .300/.400/.500 seasons in last four are an MLB-best; just missed the fourth. Pay up.”

2016, so far

The fantasy results have not lived up to expectations. 2016, while not without value, has been a huge disappointment. He has earned just $13 in 5x5...

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