Russell Martin (C, TOR) - Waiver Wire Pickups

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ANALYSIS: Martin has now hit safely in 10 of his last 12 games for the Blue Jays, increasing his season average to a “blistering” .197. Since dropping to the sixth spot in the order, Martin has slashed .276/.488/.690 with three home runs, eight RBI, and 10 runs scored. The move in the lineup has clearly sparked a fire under the Jays' back-stop, and has put fantasy managers at ease since his disastrous start to the season.

Toronto gave up on Martin hitting in the two spot after only a week into the season, but Josh Donaldson is clearly looking more like the number two hitter that they were looking for. The Blue Jays have one of the league’s hottest offenses so far in the young season, so the RBI and run opportunities should continue to roll in for Martin no matter where he ends up in the lineup.