David Hamilton

Infielder David Hamilton has been traded from the Boston Red Sox to the Milwaukee Brewers, along with lefthanders Kyle Harrison and Shane Drohan. The Red Sox get infielders Caleb Durbin, Andruw Monasterio, and Anthony Seigler. Boston also receives a Competitive Balance Round B pick.

Fantasy Impact

Hamilton, who can play both second base and shortstop, has excellent speed and a good glove. However, the bat has not been consistent enough to merit more playing time. In 550 career plate appearances in three seasons with Boston, Hamilton has slashed .222/.283/.359, but does have 57 stolen bases in 204 games. Brice Turang has second base locked down in Milwaukee, so the path to a starting role could be at shortstop. At the very least, he should open the season with the Brewers in a bench role.

David Hamilton went 1-for-3 in the loss to the Athletics with a home run, one run scored, and one RBI.

Fantasy Impact

On Thursday, Hamilton hit his first home run of the month and only his second hit since September 10. He is someone to leave on the waiver wire due to his inconsistent playing time. After the game, Hamilton's season stats are a .201 batting average with five home runs and 17 RBI across 87 games played.

David Hamilton went 2-for-3 with a three-run homer in Tuesday’s win over Baltimore.

Fantasy Impact

Hamilton launched his fourth home run of the season and brought his RBI total to 15, raising his average to .197 across 147 at-bats. While his overall production has been limited, Tuesday’s performance showcased his upside, and he remains a deeper-league or matchup-based consideration.

The Red Sox are recalling David Hamilton from Triple-A.

Fantasy Impact

Hamilton returns to the majors a week and a half after he was optioned. Boston designated Abraham Toro for assignment as the corresponding move.

The Red Sox have optioned infielder David Hamilton to Triple-A Worcester.

Fantasy Impact

Hamilton has provided some speed on the basepaths but has hit very little in the big leagues. He has hit .174 with three homers and 17 stolen bases across 143 plate appearances with the Red Sox this season.