Today's Fantasy Rx

Note: The beginning of most stat lines includes the following data: H/AB for BA/OBP/SLG.

Arizona: Lyle Overbay, 1B
42/159 for .264/.357/.390 with 3 HR, 17 RBI, 13 R, 0/0 SB%,
and a 22:40 BB:K.

Rather than contend for Rookie of the Year, Overbay barely still owns his starting job thanks to this surprisingly poor performance. While his .14 walk rate keeps his OBP at an acceptable level, a 1.51 G-F and .75 contact rate leave him with little power potential. Don't expect a notable increase in his slugging percentage this season, and don't be surprised if Arizona trades him in the near future as they look to add offense when Randy and Schilling are closer to returning. So if you can find anyone who believes Overbay will post great second-half numbers, attempt to deal him now rather than vainly hope for significant statistical improvement.

May Underachiever: Tony Womack, SS
Old stats: 25/111 for .225/.243/.315 with 0 HR, 7 RBI, 12 R, 3/5 SB%,
and a 2:17 BB:K.
Recommendation: deal.
Stats since recommendation: 18/72 for .250 with 1 HR, 6 RBI, 11 R, 4/4 SB%,
and a 4:5 BB:K.

Previous Underachievers: April: Junior Spivey.

We'll continue tomorrow with American League underachieving pitchers.

Today's Fantasy Rx: Anyone counting on overt underachievers on contending clubs needs to explore alternatives. Potential playoff teams will look to improve their weakest spots, and particularly if you own a disappointing rookie or a traditional bench player now succeeding in a larger role, you need to consider either moving these players outright or at least finding replacements if they lose playing time.