PT TOMORROW: NL West—A nice problem to have in LA
Jun 4 2015
Yasiel Puig (OF, LA) is making some positive strides in his return from a hamstring injury that has kept him on the DL since April 25. Puig is running at full speed and recently started a rehab assignment at Single-A Rancho Cucamonga. His eventual return will have a few playing time ripples with fantasy impact given the talent and depth on LA's roster.
Andre Ethier (OF, LA) has been the prime beneficiary of Puig's absence, as he's hitting .298 with seven HR in his first 141 AB. Ethier's excellent performance has been fully backed by a .292 xBA, which would be his highest since 2009, and his underlying power skills are at their highest levels since 2010. Ethier still hasn't seen much playing time against lefties (just...
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