Brett Lawrie (3B/2B, OAK) - Waiver Wire Analysis

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OWNED IN: ESPN: 30.1% owned, Yahoo: 99% owned, Fleaflicker: 26% owned

ANALYSIS: Sorry Yahoo owners, Brett Lawrie is an ESPN only play it seems. To be perfect honest, I don’t understand how Lawrie’s ownership numbers can be as low as they are, considering the upside he offers. Health has obviously been the limiting factor for the 3^rd baseman throughout this point in his career. He’s only averaged 101 games played per year over the course of the last three seasons.

Considering he’s flashed 20/20 potential through those seasons and still retains 2^nd base eligibility, it’s tough to explain why the 25 year old Oakland A isn’t worth a bench spot. Lawrie is a must add player in all leagues as far as I’m concerned. At worst, he costs you nothing. At best, he could carry your team on his shoulders. That’s the definition of waiver wire value right there.