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

Chris Coste collected four hits on Tuesday night, the last of which drove in Shane Victorino with the winning run in an 8-7, 13-inning victory over the Mets that propelled the Phillies into first place in the NL East. Coste didn’t start in the game, but came on as a pinch-hitter in the eighth and delivered in all four of his at-bats. It was an extremely impressive game for the Phillies, who fell behind 7-0 early on but battled their way back and eventually tied the game on a pinch-hit RBI double from Eric Bruntlett with two outs in the bottom of the ninth. Victorino had tripled to lead off the thirteenth inning, at which point the Mets intentionally walked two straight hitters to get to the pitcher’s slot. With the Phillies out of position players, Brett Myers pinch-hit and struck out, but Coste poked a ball over Carlos Beltran’s head in the next at-bat to send the Phillies home victorious. Coste has a great bat and is a solid part-time option for deeper leagues. He might not play everyday, but he will productive enough to be useful as a second catcher in Rotisserie leagues. Unlike many at his thin position, not only will he not hurt you, but he can help you incrementally. (Rotoworld, CBS Sports)

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