Just because you've slipped behind in the stolen base category in your fantasy league, doesn't mean you can't catch up.
Here are some reasonably available stolen base threats.
Everth Cabrera, SS, San Diego Padres
Cabrera continued to get it done on the base paths with four SB last week. He also hit .385 (10-for-26) with four runs and an RBI. On the year, he’s hitting .267 with 15 SB, 27 runs, one HR, and 14 RBI. He’s owned in 14 percent of Yahoo!, 2.1 percent of ESPN, and 17 percent of CBS leagues.
Chris Getz, 2B, Chicago White Sox
Getz makes a return appearance with three SB last week, while hitting .381 (eight-for-21) with six runs and three RBI. On the year, he’s hitting .271 with 17 SB, 43 runs, two HR and 26 RBI. He’s owned in nine percent of Yahoo!, 2.5 percent of ESPN, and 18 percent of CBS leagues.
Rajai Davis, OF, Oakland A’s
Rajai had two SB last week, while hitting .455 ...
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Braden questionable for Wednesday
novafantasysports.com 8/5/2009 —
Update: Dallas Braden is questionable for Wednesday's start due to a rash that became inflamed on his left ankle, according to the San Francisco Chronicle .
Fantasy Impact: It is unclear if Braden will start tomorrow. Keep an eye on this injury.
Rolen's head is fine
novafantasysports.com 8/4/2009 —
Update: The Boston Globe is reporting that the results of the CT scan on the head of Scott Rolen came back normal. Rolen is expected to return to the lineup in the next few days.
Fantasy Impact: Good news for fantasy owners as there was speculation that Rolen may have suffered ...
Durbin to make rehab appearance
novafantasysports.com 8/4/2009 —
Update: The Philadelphia Inquirer is reporting that injured Phillies' reliever Chad Durbin is scheduled to make his first rehab appearance on Wednesday in Single-A Clearwater. Durbin is still suffering from a strained back muscle.
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Slowey undergoes surgery
novafantasysports.com 8/4/2009 —
Update: As expected, Kevin Slowey underwent surgery on his right wrist Tuesday to remove a bone chip, according to the Associated Press .
Fantasy Impact: Slowey will need a few months of recovery time, but the Twins expect him to be ready for spring training.
Romero to make rehab appearance
novafantasysports.com 8/4/2009 —
Update: Phillies' reliever J.C. Romero is scheduled to make a rehab appearance for Single-A Clearwater on Friday night, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer . Romero is still behind in his rehab, but he will take a step forward when he pitches Friday.
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