F/F SPOTLIGHT: Yasmani Grandal
Jun 8 2015
For a batter with a batting line of .283 BA, 5 HR, and 20 RBI more than one-third into the season, Yasmani Grandal (C/1B, LA) is not someone who is being targeted as a potential cornerstone bat at his position in many leagues.
It’s not just his so-so production that has caused him to be not highly valued. Some owners are still down on him due to the 50-game suspension for testosterone use that he served a couple of seasons ago.
That said, there are signs that the switch-hitting Grandal could be ready to take a significant step forward. Before we discuss why, let’s take a look back at Grandal’s career to see what has prepared him for a potential big leap.
Background
Grandal—a Miami high school product—was drafted by BOS in the 27th round...
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