For the first time since 2006, the Anaheim Angels aren’t running away with the AL West. The Texas Rangers have overtaken the Halos and are in charge of the division in the early parts of August. Here are three hitters from the AL West that have certainly made changes from last season:
Elvis Andrus- SS- Texas Rangers
Andrus’ average has improved from .267 last season to .273 in ’10. Although his power stroke has taken a ht, his RBI numbers will top his ’09 totals and he is only seven hits away from matching his solid rookie campaigns totals. Andrus has had a very nice sophomore season in Texas, and if possible, hold onto him as a keeper for ’11 as he will be a top pick amongst shortstops.
Vladimir Guerro- DH/ OF- Texas Ranger
The future Hall of Famer is back this season. His average has increased from .295 in ’09 to .297 and has already increased his homers (21 in ’10 to 15 in ’09) and RBI (87 to 50) totals. He isn’t throwing runners out at second anymore, but he providing the powerful, and scary bat in the middle of the Rangers’ lineup.
Howie Kendrick- 2B- Anaheim Angles
We have waited for Kendrick to finally be the player, and fantasy point getter, that we have expected since his rookie season in 2006. Kenrdrick has almost matched his homers total from last year and is quickly gaining on his RBI total as well. While keeping a solid average (.270), Kendrick is also stealing bases while getting himself in scoring position for runs, and points for you.
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