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BALLER MOVE: Target as OF5
ANALYSIS: After a head injury in May of 2014, A.J. Pollock returned on September 2 and finished the season strong, tallying six stolen bases and 13 runs in his final 23 games. Not only does he provide stellar defense in center field, but he combines his strong contact rate (84.2%) with his speed to hit for a solid average. He finished 2014 with a .302 average, supported by a .344 BABIP and a relatively fortunate infield hit rate of 13.2%. In 2014, we saw an improved strikeout rate, more power and more stolen bases, showing that he is continuing to adjust to major league pitching.
There are a number of 30 steal candidates out there that will hurt you in other categories, but Pollock offers talent across the board. In 5×5 Roto leagues, with a current ADP of 216 (57th OF), he makes an excellent fifth outfielder. He brings a little bit of everything to the table and has nice upside at age 27. Draft him with confidence in the later rounds of 2015.
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