The Reasons To Still Like the LA Dodgers’ Russell Martin

Fantasy owners may have seen Russell Martin as a top three catcher heading into last season, but after an extremely disappointing 2009 his value has taken a big hit. A deflated value on draft day 2010 will be tantalizing for owners looking for a bargain. Will they find a bargain in Martin?

Despite a regression in counting stats, there are several factors that point to 2010 as being a comeback season from this former top tier catcher.

Last season Martin played in his fewest games since 2007 and caught his fewest innings since 2006. This, actually, could end up being a good thing. Martin’s regression in power and speed may very well be a direct result of workload behind the plate. Since his first full season, Martin has either led or been in the top three amo...

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