Julio Rodriguez Powers Up, Mariners Fall Short
by Jesse Garcia | Mariners Correspondent | Thu, Jun 6th 8:02am EDT
Julio Rodriguez went 1-for-3 with a home run and an RBI in the Mariners' 2-1 loss to the Athletics.
Fantasy Impact:
Despite the team's disappointing outcome, Rodriguez's solo shot was a highlight, adding a bit of luster to his somewhat inconsistent season. With a batting average of .270 and five homers over 63 games, his power numbers are modest but growing. His ability to mix in some power with his speed (14 stolen bases) keeps him relevant in most fantasy formats, especially given his potential for multi-category contributions. However, his high strikeout rate (0.272) continues to be a concern, potentially capping his batting average upside. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on his strikeout-to-walk ratio for signs of improvement or further regression.
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