The 2011 season is in the books, and what the final results were mean little in terms of projecting for the 2012 season. What's more important is determining how a player reached their final stat line, and whether or not their production lines up with the components. A few players, both hitters and pitchers, stand out as being aided by some good fortune in one way or another. These players should count their blessings, and be especially thankful this Thanksgiving for their 2011 success.
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Michael Young- 1B/2B/3B- Texas Rangers: 88 Runs, 11 HRs, 106 RBIs, 6 SBs, .338/.380/.474
Young had an excellent season, so much so Texas Rangers beat writer Evan Grant thought it appropriate to place him atop his American League MVP ballot (to much criticism). Fantasy owners were delighted by his positional versatility, something he'll retain next year, and his strong contributions in RBIs and...
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