Mitch Moreland (1B, TEX) - Waiver Wire Pickups

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ANALYSIS: Mitch Moreland got off to a slow start, but is hitting .310 over his last eight games. Last year began Moreland's run as the everyday first baseman for the Rangers, with Prince Fielder almost exclusively at DH. Unbelievably, Moreland may actually present more of a power threat than Fielder these days. Moreland's three homers aren't anything special, but Fielder is still stuck at two. Last season, Moreland went 23/85, tying Fielder in HR and falling 13 RBI shy of the former All-Star.

A career .258 hitter, Moreland's value lies in the power categories. Given his 23 HR contributions in 2013 and 2015 (he was hurt much of 2014), he is severely under-owned in fantasy leagues. Deep league managers will appreciate his production at the corner infield spot. With a host of young talent ready to contribute at the Major League level, the Rangers lineup only stands to improve.