MARKET PULSE: Addition by addition
Aug 24 2013
See the end of the article for an explanation of the ratings used here. And a thousand thanks to the folks at OnRoto.com for providing the oh-so-important league ownership data for this article.
We have reached the nadir of the free agent pool—that two weeks prior to September 1 is usually the low point of free agent availability, as injuries have taken their toll, and major league teams are reluctant to bring up players who could be added after rosters expand.
Shallow Leagues
If you're looking for speed (and not much else), cast your eye towards Jonathan Villar (SS, HOU, pictured above). He's acquitted himself decently since his promotion, though his .330 OBP is suspect (.308 xOBP), and he's shown little power (61 PX). The SS job is...
Almost!
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