We all know about the hit that ended Buster Posey‘s 2011 season, but what we don’t know if whether it will have any lingering effects in 2012. Reports of his recovery this offseason have been positive, but there’s not telling how his leg will react to the rigors of a 162-game schedule. This is the risk you take on with Posey because as a hitter you know what you’re getting: a disciplined, .300 hitter who can also hit for pretty good power. Some people call him Joe Mauer light, but he has a chance to be better if he shows his power is consistent.
Best case scenario: Stays healthy and produces similar to 2010 numbers
Similar players: Joe Mauer (MIN), Miguel Montero (ARI), Billy Butler (KC)
Worst case scenario: Isn’t able to make it through whole 2012 season
Strengths
Batting average, plate discipline. At 25, Posey is already a very selective hitter, which will help him keep his batting average up. His 22 percent O-Swing% before he got injured was well b...
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Buster Posey,
Joe Mauer,
Miguel Montero,
Billy Butler,
Carlos Santana,
Mike Napoli,
Alex Avila
TEAMS: San Francisco Giants, Minnesota Twins, Arizona Diamondbacks, Kansas City Royals, Cleveland Indians, Texas Rangers, Detroit Tigers
TEAMS: San Francisco Giants, Minnesota Twins, Arizona Diamondbacks, Kansas City Royals, Cleveland Indians, Texas Rangers, Detroit Tigers
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