Tim Anderson (SS, CHW) - Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in Deep Mixed, AL-Only Leagues

OWNED IN: 24 % Fleaflicker

ANALYSIS: After two dreadful months at the plate, the White Sox finally gave up on Jimmy Rollins and designated him for assignment. The move cleared a path for their top prospect, Tim Anderson. He should be the primary shortstop for the rest of the season (providing he doesn't struggle too severely) and with good reason. The highly-touted youngster maintained a .301 batting average in the minors and has 50-steal capability, although somewhere in the 30-40 range is more likely. Given that we're already in June I wouldn't anticipate him swiping any more than 25 bags the rest of the way, but that still provides plenty of value to prospective owners. While you're rolling the dice on him adjusting well to major league pitching, Anderson has the pedigree to make an immediate impact on a team that desperately needs a spark.