Atomic RoadRunners

The Padres will call up Chase Headley in time for Sunday’s game against the Indians. It’s odd timing, considering that the Padres are playing pretty well, and if they were going to do it, it would have made more sense to make the move Friday, when they first had the DH available. Headley should take over as the Padres’ primary left fielder, costing Scott Hairston and Jody Gerut some at-bats. Either Justin Huber or Paul McAnulty likely will be designated for assignment. Headley was hitting .305 with 13 homers and 40 RBI for Triple-A Portland. Although they have been playing well recently, the Padres will get an immediate boost from Headley’s bat. He has experience in both left field and at third and could start at either position for the Padres. He’s worth an immediate pickup in NL-only leagues and probably in many mixed leagues too, given his ability to hit for both average and power. (Rotoworld, Rotowire)

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