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C: Jesus Montero, Mariners
If he doesn’t already occupy backstop eligibility in your league, Montero has eight games under his belt behind the plate this season, and will see more regular action at the position thanks to a groin injury suffered by Miguel Olivo. Catching qualification aside, Montero has been getting it done with the lumber, hitting .371 over his last eight games (including a 4-for-4 performance on Tuesday night) to raise his average on the season to .292. Moreover, he’s delivered some pop (four homers, 13 RBI) despite dealing with a dormant lineup and pitcher-friendly Safeco Field. He won’t do much for those in OBP formats, yet Montero’s average and power could vault the 22-year-old...
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