Danny Valencia (OAK, 3B/OF) - Waiver Wire Pickups

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ANALYSIS: I keep waiting for this guy to come down to earth. However, it looks like Danny Valencia is going to keep being a productive player for the Athletics. Since May 28th, Valencia has three three-hit games. He has two homers and four RBI during this span as well, all while getting his average up to .346 on the season. This mark won't stay that high, but it shows that Valencia is seeing the ball very well right now.

A 20+ homer season looks attainable for the right-handed power bat and that's valuable in any format. More importantly, Valencia is providing this value while eligible at third base. Power at a shallow position and OF eligibility too? Yes please. Valencia has a chance to keep his hot hitting going against the Astros' weak pitching on Friday.