J.D. Davis
1B,3B - Oakland Athletics
2024 Outlook
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Eligibility
The Oakland A's and J.D. Davis have agreed to a one-year deal.
Fantasy Impact
Davis was cut loose by the Giants on Monday but remains in the Bay Area with the A's. The 30-year-old has been a productive hitter in his career and hit .248 with 18 home runs and 69 RBI alongside a .738 OPS across 144 games in the 2023 season.
The Giants have placed J.D. Davis on waivers.
Fantasy Impact
Davis is capable of playing multiple positions and will likely be claimed on waivers. With the Giants signing Matt Chapman, Davis was left without a clear role on the roster.
J.D. Davis won his arbitration case against the Giants and will make $6.9 million this season.
Fantasy Impact
The Giants had filed at $6.55 million. Davis is slated to start at third base this season for San Francisco.
J.D. Davis had a productive game on Wednesday, going 1-for-4 with a home run and three RBI to help lead the Giants to a 6-5 victory over the Guardians.
Fantasy Impact
Davis's power was on full display as he launched a solo shot in the contest. With this performance, Davis continues to contribute offensively for the Giants, adding to his season totals of 18 home runs and 68 RBI. While his batting average remains a bit lower at .251, Davis has shown the ability to provide solid power numbers for fantasy owners.
Davis went 3-for-5 with a homer, three runs, and two RBI in a loss to the Cubs on Tuesday. His multi-hit game and impressive power display was not enough to prevent Giants' loss to Cubs.
Fantasy Impact
Despite his solid performance, Davis's season-long struggles, including a low batting average and high strikeout rate, continue to cast doubt on his fantasy baseball outlook going forward.