BJ Upton was activated from the disabled list five days ago and has put together a solid stretch. He is capable of being a top twenty fantasy outfielder as long as his BABIP returns to his career average.
Analysis: BJ Upton has ten hits and is on a five game hitting streak since his return from the disabled list. He’s also added 3 stolen bases in that five game span and it appears that Upton is finally back. He’s still batting just .198 but his BABIP is .043 points lower this year compared to his career average. At the moment BJ is available in 30-40% of fantasy leagues. His batting average won’t be anything special going forward but his power/speed package is not matched by many in the fantasy world.
Upton isn’t the only power/speed option available on the wire. Will Venable has 13 home runs, 13 stolen bases and is hitting .251 this year. He’s available in 85-95% of fantasy leagues. Robbie Grossman of the Astros has 3 home runs and 6 stolen bases in just 38 games this year. Grossman is available in 70-80% of fantasy leagues.