7 years agoHouston Astros first baseman Yuli Gurriel will look to extend his hitting streak to nine games against the A's on Monday night. Gurriel has taken his batting average from .222 to .280 and is 12-for-32 (.375) during the streak. Gurriel is slugging only .402 this season but has popped three doubles over the last week and is beginning to hit the ball with more authority. Gurriel is not necessarily an on-base machine but did smack 43 doubles last season to go along with 18 home runs. First base is a deep position in fantasy, so Gurriel may not be that attractive right now, but he could end up on the radar over the next few weeks if his bat stays hot.--Joey C - RotoBaller
Source: Houston Astros