2010 Sleeper: Logan Morrison
Editor’s Note: Some websites have already rolled out their entire 2010 Sleeper suggestions before Manny even had his first controversial comment of spring, or Johnny Damon took the Tigers for a cool 8 million! We are taking a bit more patient approach to our 2010 Sleeper picks than in 2009. But as we fast approach the first crack of Spring Training game bats we promise to kick things up!
Last week we recommended Fantasy Managers take a closer look at one American and one National League sophomore - Orioles Nolan Reimold, and the Padres Kyle Blanks. This week we point our 2010 Sleeper compass needle towards those miserly Florida Marlins, where if your name doesn’t start with ‘Hanley’ – you ain’t gettin’ paid!
Logan Morrison – First Base
With Gaby Sanchez currently holding onto the pre-season title of starting first baseman for the Fish, it’s hard to understand if Logan Morrison fits into the 2010 plans of the Marlins. Here at WaiverSharks.com, we’re going to be a bit mo’ savvy in suggesting that the leash on Sanchez may be tighter than even he may understand.
Rumor has it, ownership may be getting a little impatient with the lack of progress being shown by the 27-year old Sanchez and may be leaning towards a sooner as opposed to later approach in giving this 22-year old Kansas City the chance to take an everyday at-bat.
A patient bat allows Morrison to be more subjected to the long term plans (well…as long as they can be in Florida anyhow) making him an attractive middle of the line-up type.
While the smooth swinging left-handed hitter was projected to have more pop - it hasn’t exactly translated to this point of his development. Although it can be safely stated that he has become a much better hitter while plying his trade within the Marlins system. This is clearly indicated by his .411 OBP last season, and continued upward trending BA.
The touch of speed (9 SB’s in 79 GP) helps, as this is a nice compliment and make up point to the power number hit that you would take and is not always a part of typical big-time first sackers.
We’re well aware that 2010 may not yield breakthrough type numbers, but expect 2010 Sleeper Logan Morrison to be in the mix at various points of the season.
Dynasty and keeper leaguers take notes and have him on your short list, as he may be a steal for someone looking for a balanced corner infield position over the course of 2010’s 162 game schedule.
