PT TOMORROW: AL Central—Is Miggy back this year?
Mar 21 2018
Miguel Cabrera (1B, DET) is ready to put his back problems behind him. After grinding through persistent pain last year, the perennial All Star turned a measly $6 profit after earning $21+ in roto value since 2004. He did hit his first HR of spring training on March 17, but it wasn't that pretty. Back injuries can linger, and at age 35, who will fill his shoes if the need arises?
Backup catcher John Hicks (C/1B, DET) played 25 games at 1B last season and actually put up some decent backup catcher numbers (6 HR in 169 AB) that were somewhat supported with his power metrics (102 HctX, 119 PX/89 xPX). He can substitute at 1B a pinch, but he's not a long-term solution there and best profiles as James McCann's (C, DET)...
Almost!
You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!
Already a subscriber? Sign in here
More From PT Tomorrow
The third base position has been an offensive weakness for the A's, and it may be time for a change.
Apr 22 2025 3:05am
Apr 22 2025 3:05am
Sean Murphy and Drake Baldwin are doing their part to prevent the Braves from getting buried in the early going. Plus: 2B in PHI & WAS; SP in NYM; OF in MIA; more.
FREE
Apr 21 2025 3:08am
FREE
Apr 21 2025 3:08am
The Brewers are shaking it up at the hot corner
Apr 19 2025 3:07am
Apr 19 2025 3:07am
Birdsong and Kim waiting on opportunities for SF and LA; OF PT in ARI; Rockies rookies; and impact of Cronenworth absence in SD
Apr 17 2025 3:05am
Apr 17 2025 3:05am
Liam Hendriks' impending return could shake up Boston's late-inning mix. Plus, Jonathan Aranda's platoon usage, potential call-ups, and more.
Apr 16 2025 3:05am
Apr 16 2025 3:05am
