DIVISIONAL OUTLOOK: AL West—Andrus extension fallout
Apr 8 2013
The Rangers extended Elvis Andrus (SS, TEX) last week to an eight-year $120M deal. While providing for a mid-course player opt out, it potentially links him to TEX for the next 10 seasons. The signing itself wasn’t unanticipated, given the 24-year-old Andrus’ age, health and solid overall skills. But it leaves the Rangers with issues that fantasy owners also need to consider.
For one, the extension could move uber-prospect Jurickson Profar’s (SS/2B, TEX) future to 2B, given that he isn’t quite Andrus’ defensive equal. Or it could even lead to a future with another club, as part of a trade that helps the Rangers address their corner OF vacancies after 2013. The near-ready Profar has begun the season at SS for AAA Round...
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