Mark Trumbo (OF, BAL) - Week 13 Waiver Wire Pickups

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ANALYSIS: Baltimore Orioles outfielder Mark Trumbo does not have a very attractive profile, as most owners do not like guys who has his entire game predicated on smacking dingers and do not walk enough. However, a couple years ago, Trumbo responded to naysayers with his best season as a pro, a 47 homer .256/.316/.533 campaign in 2016. That being said, this is a rollercoaster that many do not choose to ride.

Whatever his issues may be, we cannot ignore numbers, and last week saw Trumbo hit .348/.375/.913 with four homers. This is basically the only way to get any value from Trumbo; if he is hitting rockets, you want him. If you need pop, Trumbo is your guy. Trumbo is notoriously streaky, he is allergic to taking a walk, and he swings way too often at pitches outside of the zone, but when the dude connects the ball goes far and he’s going to take Chris Davis’ playing time.

We do not blame you for grabbing the 32-year-old off the wire, as Trumbo is on fire. Just be quick to drop him if the power goes away.