PT TOMORROW: AL Central—The post-Wahoo OF

Cleveland Indians

Now that Chief Wahoo has been retired and Jason Kipnis (2B, CLE) has returned to the keystone, the next pressing issue facing CLE is how to shore up their corner OF. Incumbent Michael Brantley (LF, CLE) is currently recuperating from ankle surgery and has contributed less than 400 AB the past two seasons. Though slashing a robust .299/.357/.444 line with near double-digit HR/SB in 2017, he remains a risky investment both in fantasy and real life. Meanwhile, Lonnie Chisenhall (1B/RF, CLE) hasn't posted more that 385 AB/year since 2014. Who's likely to benefit from the duo's inconsistency?

Brandon Guyer (OF, CLE) can man both corners but is himself recovering from right wrist surgery this offseason. He'll be a valuable...

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