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Who Should I Draft?

Justin Upton or Mark Reynolds

Justin Upton
Justin Upton (LF/RF)
Atlanta
Mark Reynolds
Mark Reynolds (1B/3B)
Cleveland
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No experts recommend Mark Reynolds over Justin Upton

ECR
18
267
Best Rank
6
103
Worst Rank
87
463
Composite ADP
19
256
25
256
17
236
26
250

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Average Auction Value
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AB
567
486
RUNS
96
73
HITS
158
105
1B
100
54
2B
31
23
3B
4
1
HRS
24
28
RBI
84
75
SB
19
4
CS
7
3
BB
67
73
SO
132
178
AVE
.278
.219
OBP
.361
.325
SLG
.471
.441
OPS
.831
.768
AB
554
457
RUNS
107
65
HITS
155
101
1B
110
52
2B
24
26
3B
4
0
HRS
17
23
RBI
67
69
SB
18
1
CS
8
3
BB
63
73
SO
121
159
AVE
.280
.221
OBP
.353
.328
SLG
.430
.429
OPS
.785
.764

“We are splitting hairs when trying to decide between talking Verlander or Kershaw in round 1 of fantasy baseball drafts as both pitchers are top options. Kershaw is still maturing at the age of 25 and pitches in a better pitcher?s park. When comparing both Verlander and Kershaw, although they have similar stats over the past 2 years, I feel that Verlander is the easier pitcher to project from a statistical standpoint. Which Kershaw will we see this season? ...”

 

“If Upton falls in your draft because of his so-so 2012, you best pounce. A healthy Upton joins his brother in a suddenly potent Atlanta lineup. He?s a five-category stud entering the prime of his career and could easily end up in the top 5 at the end of the season. ”

 

“DIdn't we learn enough with Alex Rios and Aaron Hill after atrocious 2011 seasons and they bounced-back to previous levels and then-some? All systems go for the younger Upton in 2013. DRAFT HIM”

 

“Justin had a fluke season in 2012 and should go right back to the 40 HR/110 RBI/20 SB player you know you can get. Do not be shy on taking an early pick on Justin despite the poor 2012 where he only hit 18 HRs. Players like J-UP do not grow on trees.”

“Reynolds started 2012 slower than most, and he finished 2012 stronger than nearly everyone. Mark is now on Cleveland, a team that will depend on his power and production throughout the year, but also is notorious for having a tough ball park for righties to launch it. Still you have to like Mark in 2013 as a great sleeper that can make a difference.”

“Even w/ injury issues, has established a .280, 20/20ish floor”

 

“JUp really benefited from playing his home games in Chase Field”

 
 

“Needs 10 games”

 
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Mark Reynolds takes over at 3B

KFFL | May 19th, 11:39pm
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Mark Reynolds drives in winning run

CBS Sports | May 18th, 10:15pm
Indians third baseman Mark Reynolds hit his 12th home run of the season Saturday during a win over the...

Mark Reynolds has three RBI in walk-off win - Mark Reynolds | CLE

Rotoworld | May 18th, 8:33pm
Mark Reynolds went 3-for-5 with a solo home run, an RBI single and a walk-off fielder's choice in Saturday's...

Mark Reynolds Ks twice vs. Mariners

CBS Sports | May 18th, 7:23am
Indians corner infielder Mark Reynolds endured a quiet performance during Friday's contest against the...

Indians' Mark Reynolds OK after stinger

MLB Injury News | May 16th, 4:00pm
Cleveland Indians slugger Mark Reynolds has been one of the best hitters in baseball to start the 2013...

Mark Reynolds OK after injury scare

CBS Sports | May 16th, 1:59am
Indians corner infielder Mark Reynolds suffered an injury scare Wednesday during a win in Philadelphia,...

Mark Reynolds taking over hot corner

CBS Sports | May 14th, 11:38pm
Indians manager Terry Francona told The Plain Dealer Tuesday that Mark Reynolds will be the team's everyday...

Mark Reynolds to be regular 3B

KFFL | May 14th, 8:20pm
Cleveland Indians 3B Mark Reynolds will be the primary third baseman with 3B Lonnie Chisenhall ...