Eduardo Rodriguez (SP, BOS) - Waiver Wire Pickups

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OWNED IN: 37% of Fleaflicker Leagues

ANALYSIS: Eddie, Eddie, Eddie. The 22-year-old Rodriguez is being looked at as a savior to the Boston rotation by the folks in Beantown, and rightfully so considering Boston starters have a combined 5.02 ERA to this point, only better than the Rockies. Rodriguez was fantastic in his debut in Arlington versus a hot Rangers team, completing 7.2 innings with no runs, three hits, two walks, and seven strikeouts. Check out the highlights here.

His fastball was averaging 96-98 mph and he was effective in keeping it down in the zone. His minor league stats show a power pitcher but with solid control who keeps the ball in the park. Considering the lack of power pitchers readily available in FA, I’m buying. The team has indicated Rodriguez is here to stay and wise fantasy owners have taken notice. His ownership rates have climbed from 5% to 37% in the past 48 hours and I expect that to continue to grow.  Hopefully by the time you read this you have a chance to grab a share or two.