John Jaso (C / DH, TAM) - Waiver Wire Analysis

BALLER MOVE: Roster immediately as DL slot

OWNED IN: 5% of Fleaflicker leagues

ANALYSIS: Everyone’s favorite platoon catcher was recently placed on the 15-day disabled list after sliding in to second base head first. His injury surely caused most owners or prospective owners to drop him. Rather than outright drop him however, the smartest move is to use a DL spot and keep this catcher eligible stud on the roster. And those owners that are seeing Jaso on the waiver wire, go ahead and snag him up and use a DL spot. Against right-handed pitchers, Jaso owns a career .352 wOBA and adds a way above average 127 wRC+.

Typically during a MLB season, right-handed pitchers account for anywhere from 65-75% of all pitchers meaning that Jaso will be an effective punch to the Tampa offense in the great majority of games. Because he will also primarily be used as the team’s DH, Jaso’s catcher value balloons. Add in that he will not be splitting time with Stephen Vogt and Derek Norris, and Jaso will see plenty of plate appearances. He will surely become a solid commodity for any owner especially in 2-catcher leagues.