Marcus Semien (SS, OAK) - Waiver Wire Pickups

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Owned in: 41% of Fleaflicker leagues.

Analysis: Marcus Semien currently owns a BA of just .205 and an OBP of just .285. So what makes him be of any value at all, especially considering his bumbling lack of a glove at shortstop? Despite Semien's lackluster average and high strikeout percentage of 23.5%, Semien is currently slugging .451 with seven HR already on the season. Part of Semien's woes have been an indication of bad luck with a startlingly low BABIP of .186. However, Semien's power has been on point. With an isolated power number of .212 and a HR percentage of 6.1%, Semien has more than quieted his low OBP with his power, especially when you consider that his OBP has always been a little less important because he really isn't a big base stealer. Surprisingly, inside pitcher-friendly Oakland, Semien has a .928 OPS on the season and is hitting well against LHP with a .797 OPS. Whether Semien becomes more consistent or not, his power hitting at the SS position can't be ignored, especially by 59% of Managers.