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BALLER MOVE: Target ~150
CURRENT ADP: 164.3
ANALYSIS: Dustin Pedroia told reporters that he wanted to run more this season, which is encouraging, but it could also give people reason for pause. Hamstring problems plagued him in 2015, and it's not like they get looser as one gets older. He's had the element of speed on his side, having swiped at least 20 bases four times, but those numbers have dropped drastically over the past couple of seasons-- he had two last season. His total number of games has dropped over those two years, as well.
If Pedroia can get back to his 190-hit, 40-double standard, then that would make him a true steal for those who manage to pick him up later in the draft. He's entirely capable of doing it, but the mind can only will so much if the body isn't able to take it. It might be a good idea to have a lucky rabbit's foot or something similar nearby if you do wind up picking him, sleeper or not.
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