BATTERS: Early 2016 speculations
Sep 14 2015
Our last batters column of the regular season will help you find some early 2016 speculative and breakout targets.
We'll do so by looking at production and skill growth in the second half.
The following bats have seen a substantial spike in their OPS from the 1H to 2H:
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OPS, 2015 2H vs. 1H* Name League Position OPS Pre-ASB OPS Post-ASB Diff ================== ====== ======== =========== ============ ===== Zimmerman, Ryan NL 1B/3B .611 1.024 +.413 Ortiz, David AL DH .762 1.170 +.408 Utley, Chase NL 2B .532 .911 +.379 Votto, Joey NL 1B .876 1.243 +.367 Encarnacion, Edwin AL...
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