Kansas City third baseman Mike Moustakas played his first major league game Friday and it’s last call on this hot commodity.
Analysis: Moustakas is already owned in nearly fifty percent of fantasy leagues nationwide and there is a reason why. This kid is as talented as they come. Moustakas hit 36 bombs in just 118 AA/AAA games last year and for a power hitter his strike out rates are low. He still is a bit impatient at the plate but the guy just mashes regardless. Within a month Moustakas should be a top eighteen fantasy third baseman with potential for much more. Moustakas’ batting average is a plus as well. Over the last two years in AA/AAA ball Moustakas has yet to hit under .285 while maintaining a manageable BABIP. We may see quite a few doubles from Moustakas starting out but do not be discouraged if the homers don’t come right away. He was hitting sixth Friday behind Billy Butler but it shouldn’t be long before he finds himself cleaning up or in the five spot.
Projection: A .280 batting average with about thirteen homers seems reasonable for the slugger.