Johan Camargo (2B/3B/SS, ATL) - Week 18 Waiver Wire Pickups

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ANALYSIS: Atlanta Braves infielder Johan Camargo might be a surprise addition to this list. This recommendation is assuming that Atlanta does not make a trade for a third baseman before the deadline. Regardless, he fits a purpose and is getting consistent playing time. Also, he is coming off of a week where he had a .316 batting average, a home run, three RBI, and four runs scored.

In the last 30 days, he has 12 runs, three homers and 11 RBI to go with a .292 batting average. It does not blow you away, but he definitely is not going to hurt you if you need a temporary replacement. Camargo has a very good approach at the plate with an 11.7% walk rate and a 19.2% strikeout rate.

Even without big-time power, he uses his 38.9% hard hit rate to overcome his tendency to hit ground balls (48.5%). The Braves’ solid lineup will help him compile some counting stats once he does get on base. Camargo has an advantage of also playing a full schedule this week. He has a home series against the Marlins followed by a road series against the Mets.