Chris Owings (SS/OF, ARI) - Waiver Wire Pickups

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ANALYSIS: Chris Owings has been one of the best players in baseball through the first week of the season, and the sharp rise in his ownership rate over the last few days reflects that performance. Owings locked down the starting shortstop job with a strong showing this spring. Spring stats don’t usually mean much, but Owings showed some mechanical tweaks to his swing – namely, the addition of a leg kick – that could help him tap into a bit more pop. This is especially notable because Owings had altered his swing back in 2015 due to a shoulder injury that required surgery and robbed him of his offensive upside.

Owings swiped 21 bags in 23 attempts last season as a super-utility player, and already has four steals in 2017 to go along with a zesty .345/.387/.517 line. He's been penciled into the leadoff or #2 spot in the order in the majority of games so far. With a good lineup around him, a friendly home park, and eligibility at multiple positions, he's worth an add in almost any league. Grab him while you still can.