Kyle Schwarber (OF/C, Cubs) – Will he maintain catcher eligibility in 2017? It does not appear likely, but will depend on where your league is hosted. Last summer, Schwarber was the talk of Fantasy. After making quick
Gary Sanchez’s stock is way up after continuing his torrid start, with 9 HRs and 16 RBI through 19 games.Photo Credit: John Cordes/Icon Sportswire
work of the minors, he continued to crush major league pitching, smashing 16 HRs and drawing 36 walks in 232 at-bats. Expectations were obviously through the roof this spring because he had catcher eligibility and would be playing outfield every day. That excitement quickly dissipated after Schwarber tore his ACL in a collision with Dexter Fowler in the Cubs second game of the season. Even if Schwarber maintains catcher eligibility in your league for next year, he is not long for it because of the third catcher on this list (and his own defensive shortcomings). Still, even as an outfielder, Schwarber can swing a Top 25 bat and should be valued as such. He is definitely worth inquiring about this offseason.
