Atomic RoadRunners | Andrew Flynn’s High-Energy Fantasy Baseball

Here’s Part III of my 2008 Protect List rundown, looking at the third likely group of protections - “The Probables”. This group consists of players that are probably going to be protected, having a decent value, but they’re not star caliber, and casual fans might not be sure of who they are, exactly, but Rotisserie players will nod in appreciation. Still, each requires a justification.

The Probables:

• Carlos Ruiz
  • 2 Years - $2
  • .260, 6HR, 54 RBI, 42 Runs, 6 Steals (for a catcher!)
  • Justification: Starting C Rod Barajas hasn’t been retained, so Ruiz will be Opening Day catcher
• Ryan Theriot
  • 2 Years - $1
  • .266, 3 HR, 45 RBI, 80 Runs, and 28 steals.
  • Justification: Theriot became the starting SS, so should benefit, but faded down the stretch.
• Brian Wilson
  • 2 Years - $10
  • 1 Win, 6 Saves, 18K, 2.28 ERA with a 0.97 WHIP
  • Justification: Named Giants closer for 2008 after September call-up. No other options for Giants, really.
• Chase Headley
  • 3 Years - $5 (protectable as Minor Leaguer)
  • .330, 20 HR, 78 RBI, 82 Runs and 1 steal (AA stats)
  • Justification: AA MVP, and has a good shot to start the season in San Diego at 3B or LF.

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