Gomez, Carlos

- Outfield, Minnesota Twins

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Baseball Player Info

AL
Age	24
Bats or Throws	Right

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Gamble on Gomez?

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Reviewed by ewagner25
March 07, 2009
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Last updated: March 01, 2010

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It's possible to construct a scenario in which Gomez is a productive fantasy option this season. At the least, he should offer SBs, and between the new start and moving to the easier league, one could argue he's primed for improvement. However, this would require quite a leap of faith. If you need steals later in your draft, Gomez wouldn't be a bad gamble, but don't draft him with any real expectations. .240-70-7-50-35 in 530 AB

Positives / Upside	Gomez once tantalized observers with his potential, and he's still only 24. Perhaps a fresh start and change of scenery will allow him to produce as many have always thought he might. As a premium defensive talent, even if he isn't great with the bat, he might get enough ABs to accumulate SBs and runs.
Negatives / Downside	There's plenty of reason to be cautious with Gomez. So far, he's shown both a propensity to strike out (20.6% of PA last year) and an allergy to taking walks - two major red flags. Fantasy owners also have little inclination to think he'll produce more than a single-digit HR total.
Recommendation	Only at a discount
Draft Position	196