Nomar Mazara (OF, TEX) - Waiver Wire Pickups

Baller Move: Add in all leagues

Owned in: 27% of Fleaflicker leagues

Analysis: Mazara was called up on April 10th as the Rangers placed Shin-Soo Choo on the 15-day DL. Choo is expected to miss the next 4-6 weeks and Mazara will play every day while he's out, so the top prospect is now a must add in every size league regardless of format.

At just 20 years old Mazara is the #5 prospect according to Baseball Prospectus, #14 on MLB.com and the #21 ranked prospect at Baseball America. Last season in 131 games across AA and AAA Mazara notched an impressive 145 hits including 26 doubles, two triples and 14 homers with 68 runs and 69 RBI while slashing .296/.366/.443. Batting second in his MLB debut on April 10th it appears that the rookie will slide into the same fantasy-friendly spot in the batting order that Choo occupied. This is huge for his counting numbers as the Rangers still have a strong and deep lineup.

While Mazara could initially struggle he could also succeed as his plate discipline and hitting ability are extremely advanced for his young age. If Mazara is still available in your league's free agent pool I would run to the waiver wire and dive right in.