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ANALYSIS: Even on the most successful pitching staffs there always resides players that just get the job done. It doesn't make the big headlines and they are not talked about with great frequency. But Charlie Morton seems to thrive in being just another guy. Those sneaky types of fantasy players are real assets to any team.
Morton brings to the table a 7-4 record with a 4.38 ERA and a .293 BABIP. His GB/FB ratio sits at 2.79 which ranks in the top 5 in all of MLB. Morton gets his work done on the ground and keeps the ball in the park with his career 0.71 HR/9.
Morton's last two outings have shown that he can deliver for fantasy owners with more sexy stats such as a 15:4 K/BB in 11.1 IP but he did give up 2 HR and 7 ER during those appearances as well.
Pitching is at such a premium this time of year and Morton is still available in a ton of leagues mainly because he doesn't have loud numbers. Morton is on a playoff team and he has gotten decent run support to go along with his efforts. You could do a lot worse and it some instances he can be an upgrade for owners in need of W and QS.
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