Jean Segura (SS-MIL): Jean Segura is quietly putting some things together to close 2014, as the beleaguered speedster went 1 for 3 with 2 runs and a stolen base. It's tough not to look at the disappointing numbers across the board--epitomized by his .265 wOBA--and write him off for 2015. But the fact that he dealt with both injury and tragedy likely played a significant role in his struggles, and there is too much talent there to ignore. Some hits are finally starting to fall in, as his .267 BABIP is way too low considering his batted ball profile and speed. He's growing more comfortable too, so look for things to positively snowball for the rest of the season. As for next year, if the top shortstops are gone, I'd be comfortable waiting for Segura in the middle rounds.
David Wright (3B-NYM): The Mets officially shut him down for the remainder of the season as he looks to rehab and build strength in order to avoid surgery and be ready for the start of Spring Training. This makes the 3rd season out of the past 4 where Wright wasn't healthy for a significant chunk of it, and with his age-32 season approaching, owners should definitely be concerned. It's difficult to read much into what could have been his worse season yet--as evidenced by his .308 wOBA--but he has suffered through a myriad of injuries during the past four seasons and he'll be a risk in 2015. The underlying numbers suggest the skillset is still there, however, so if he falls into the 5th round, I wouldn't hesitate to pounce.
Jeurys Familia (RP-NYM): While Jenrry Mejia picked up the save against the Rockies, Jeurys Familia continued to lurk, pitching a scoreless 8th. It looks like a time-share is on at the closer position as the Mets aim to maintain their young arms into the offseason. He could be a force come 2015 and a man to watch later in drafts, as despite some of his good fortunes indicated by a 2.03 ERA/3.74 xFIP, he has the closer skillset. His nearly 13% swinging strike rate and 56% GB rate thanks to a nasty fastball/sinker combo give him a chance. If he can cut down the walks, I wouldn't be shocked to see him turn into a draft day steal.
Kyle Hendricks (SP-CHC): Hendricks struggled against the Jays, allowing 4 earned runs on 6 hits and 2 walks in 5 and 2/3 innings. He was due for a course correction, as his xFIP was double his ERA heading into the contest. He keeps the ball on the ground and minimizes damage by not allowing walks, but his 88 MPH fastball and 13% K-rate give him very little margin for error. While he might seem like a pitcher worth using with the free-for-all to the wire taking place these last few weeks, owners should keep in mind his limited K-potential. He'll be more useful in points formats.
Carl Crawford (OF-LAD): The veteran continued to pick it up at the plate, going 4 for 4 with 1 run and 2 RBI to lead the Dodgers and Dan Haren over the Padres on Wednesday night. While still in a semi-platoon/time-share, his playing time could definitely increase with the struggles of the Dodgers outfield. As for his 2015 value, I see some potential here for a draftday bargain. He is stealing more (not as much as his Rays' days, granted), as he is up to 22 for the season. He is hitting linedrives at a prodigious 28% rate. And he is hitting lefties at a much-improved clip (130 points higher in the wOBA compared to last season!). His body has worn down considerably and he'll likely max out at 140 games, but I can see 2015 as the year where he grows to understand his body and puts his experience to use to be a low-end #3 OF in standard mixed leagues. Don't forget about him.
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