McCann remains out: Braves catcher Brian McCann was out of the Braves’ starting lineup on Friday against Washington, the fourth game in a row he has missed with flu-like symptoms. (Updated 05/25/2012)
Injury Report
Illness - Doubtful for May 25 vs. Washington (Updated - 5/25/12)
Fantasy Analysis
This illness continues to linger for McCann, who is one of several Braves battling issues right now. He is expected back soon, however the recovery seems to be going slow. McCann is struggling through one of the tougher seasons of his career so far, however remains a must-start Fantasy option in all leagues when healthy. (Updated 05/25/2012).
05/24/2012 22:45 Mesoraco's first grand slam lifts Reds
Rookie catcher Devin Mesoraco capped a series full of homers with his first career grand slam on Thursday night, leading the Cincinnati Reds to a 6-3 victory over the Atlanta Braves.
05/24/2012 13:12 By the Numbers: Check-in time has arrived
With roughly two months in the books, it's time to do a little reflecting. Our Al Melchior looks back at some of his spring sleepers and busts to determine their true value in his latest By the Numbers.
05/23/2012 06:45 Dear Mr. Fantasy: Ups and downs of young players
Last year your team was a juggernaut. This year it's sitting in the cellar. What happened? You might even have most of those players back. If you're relying on young talent, our Scott White says prepare to take some lumps in his latest Dear Mr. Fantasy.
05/20/2012 19:47 Hit Parade for Week 8
Some catchers have been bitten by the injury bug in recent days, leaving some owners scrambling. Our Scott White shares some recommendations and helps set your lineups for Week 8 in his Hit Parade.
Brian McCann's final numbers would lead you to believe he was a disappointment in 2011. Yeah, he equaled a career high with 24 homers despite a career-low 128 games played, but his percentages weren't up to standard. Keep in mind, though, he was having arguably his best season before suffering a strained oblique in late July. He rushed back after only three weeks on the DL to hit .180 with a .638 OPS over his final 37 games, bringing his season marks down from .306 and .889. As a result, he could be something of a forgotten man at what has become a surprisingly deep position with the emergence of Mike Napoli, Alex Avila and Matt Wieters, the return of Buster Posey and Joe Mauer, and the arrival of Jesus Montero. Still, you can't knock McCann's consistency. While other slugging catchers have come and gone, he has been a constant in the heart of the Braves lineup, hitting his usual 20-25 homers and driving in his usual 80-90 runs for six steady seasons. Carlos Santana will get more at-bats with first base and designated hitter available to him on his "off" days, but that's the only thing separating him from McCann at the top of the catcher rankings. (Updated 2/8/12)
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