The power of the platoon
No, this is not an article about the 1986 Oliver stone film; this is about how platooning players on your fantasy squad can increase your team’s performance. There are many undervalued assets to be found on draft day. What if you can unearth some jewel in the late rounds of the draft that plays at an elite level vs. either LH or RH pitching? You could even grab two players, one that is great against LH, and the other great against RH. If you’re open to this approach, it could pay off in a big way for your squad this year.
Lefties to play vs. righties
Nyjer Morgan ADP 235.75, 6.5% drafted
For our first example, we will shift into “beast mode” and take a closer look at Nyjer Morgan. You might not even have to use a draft pick on this speedy lefty. In 2011, Morgan pounded righties to the tune of a .316/.370/.439 with an impressive wRC+125 (100 is average). That weighted run creation (wRC+) number is in some great run producing company like Ian Kinsler 128, Mark Teixeira 124, and Kevin Youkilis 126.
Seth Smith ADP 222.45, 67% drafted
He’s in another lefty that hits righties at an elite clip. Last year vs. RH pitching he posted .300/.366/.527 with 14HR, 47 RBI, with a wRC+ of 130. Recently he just got traded to the Oakland A’s so playing time should be abundant. Again, just don’t play him vs. a lefty. Last year he hit .217/.272/.304 with a wRC+ 48 vs. southpaws.
Carlos Pena ADP 224.38, 75% drafted
This newly signed Ray is another great option vs. RH pitching. Last year vs. righties he hit .255/.388/.504 with wRC+ 140. Pena slugged 21 of his 28 HR vs. right handed pitching. Remember this about Pena, 45% of the time he is both going to hit a HR, draw a walk, or strike out and you will increase your odds of production if you only play him vs. righties
By playing these players only vs. Righty’s you can get elite production. Considering the league is 64% right handed they’ll be in your line up more than there on your bench. Check back, I’ll be posting another list for Right handed batters vs. Left handed pitching.
All ADP info is from Mockdraftcentral.com
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