FACTS/FLUKES: Dunn, Hellickson, Montero, Crow, Hechavarria

Dunn’s power returns, but average still missing… Going into the 2011 draft, it all seemed so simple - Adam Dunn (1B/DH, CHW) had hit 38+ HR for seven straight years, and had moved to a hitter’s park. But it was not to be; Dunn and his anemic performance dragged down numerous fanalytic teams. Those who took a chance on a recovery this year have gotten a mixed bag of results:

Year   AB    BA   xBA  vsLH  bb%  ct%   h%   G/L/F     PX  HR  hr/f  BPV
====  ===  ====  ====  ====  ===  ===  ===  ========  ===  ==  ====  ===
2008  517  .236  .265  .195   19   68   26  36/18/46  188  40   24%   72
2009  546  .267  .258  .268   18   68   33  31/20/49  178  38   21%   54
2010  558  .260  .266  .199   12   64   33  33/18/49  217  38   21%  ...

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 Facts & Flukes

Max Fried pitched like an ace in 2025 despite a second-half slide. Any reason for concern? Plus looks at Vinnie Pasquantino, Jo Adell, Jack Flaherty and Andrés Giménez.
Feb 19 2026 3:05am
After averaging 36 HR and a .286 BA per season from 2021-23, Austin Riley has battled injuries and hit 35 HR combined in 2024-25. Can he rebound? Plus Edward Cabrera, Eugenio Suárez, Aaron Nola, and Ramon Laureano.
Feb 18 2026 3:09am
What to expect with Bo Bichette joining the Mets. Also: Eury Pérez Michael Busch, Merrill Kelly, and Miguel Andujar.
Feb 17 2026 3:07am
Hunter Brown solidified his status as a frontline starter in 2025. Plus, Ryan Pepiot, Gleyber Torres, Kyle Manzardo, and Jonathan India.
Feb 12 2026 3:05am
Injuries may have temporarily cost Iván Herrera his catcher eligibility, but his work at the plate in 2025 was terrific—can he repeat his breakout season? Plus, Jakob Marsee, Cade Horton, Bryan Reynolds, and Hurston Waldrep.
Feb 11 2026 3:08am

Tools