News: According to The Journal News, the Yankees have signed infielders Terry Tiffee and Mike Lamb to minor league deals. The signings were announced after New York's doubleheader with Cincinnati. Both will report to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
Analysis: Lamb played in 39 games for the Marlins last year, while batting .184 with zero home runs and four RBI. Even if he's called up Lamb won't be anything but a bench player. He can be ignored in all Fantasy formats.
News: The Marlins have outrighted 3B Mike Lamb to Triple-A.
Analysis: Lamb has been a little-used bench option for the Marlins when he's been up. Continue to ignore him in Fantasy play.
News: The Marlins have designated 3B Mike Lamb for the third time this season.
Analysis: Lamb has been a little-used bench option for the Marlins when he's been up. Continue to ignore him in Fantasy play.
News: Marlins 3B Mike Lamb was recalled from Triple-A New Orleans on Thursday as OF Cameron Maybin was sent down to the minors and RP Clay Hensley was placed on the DL. Lamb batted .200 with four RBI in 25 at-bats in his previous stint with the team.
Analysis: Lamb has not played in more than 100 games in two years and will mainly be a bench player with the Marlins. He should be ignored in all Fantasy formats as he will see limited at-bats.
News: Marlins 3B Mike Lamb cleared waivers on Wednesday and was outrighted to Triple-A New Orleans. Lamb was designated for assignment this past Sunday.
Analysis: Lamb has gone through this song and dance twice already this season. He is merely a player who will be used for depth from time to time on a big league roster and has no Fantasy appeal.
News: The Marlins announced on Sunday that they have designated 3B Mike Lamb for assignment. This move opens up a roster spot for OF Michael Stanton, who will join the team on Tuesday for their series opener in Philadelphia. This is the second time this season that Florida will have designated Lamb.
Analysis: Lamb has accumulated just 24 at-bats for the Marlins, so he just didn't play enough to matter in any format. Owners can continue to ignore him for Fantasy purposes.
News: The Marlins made a series of transactions on Thursday prior to their game against Atlanta. The team recalled relievers Jay Buente and Taylor Tankersley from the minors. They purchased the contract of INF Mike Lamb and optioned reliever Burke Badenhop to Triple-A. Renyel Pinto was placed on the 15-day disabled list with a hip injury.
Analysis: Lamb had just four hits in 18 appearances for the Marlins earlier in the season. He will provide depth on the bench as a left-handed bat and is not a recommended addition in any Fantasy league.
News: Marlins 3B Mike Lamb has cleared waivers and will head to Triple-A.
Analysis: Lamb was only a part-timer for the Marlins and continues to have no Fantasy value.
News: MLB.com reports that the Marlins designated INF Mike Lamb for assignment after Thursday's game against the Giants and recalled OF Bryan Petersen from Triple-A New Orleans. "It just gives us a little flexibility off the bench," Marlins manager Fredi Gonzalez said. "He's a left-handed-hitting outfielder. Maybe we can do something to get the other guys going. ... And he can play all three positions in the outfield."
Analysis: Lamb has started only once this season for Florida and has mostly been a pinch hitter. He is hitting .222 with three RBI in 18 at-bats. Lamb has mostly been a bench player in his MLB career and had moderate power. He can be ignored in Fantasy. The Marlins have 10 days to trade, waive or release Lamb.
News: Marlins INF Mike Lamb replaced 1B Gaby Sanchez in the starting lineup for Friday's series opener against the Phillies. Sanchez was 4 for 11 at the plate in his previous three games. Lamb had not started in a game all year.
Analysis: Lamb has not had a hit in five pinch-hit at-bats and the Marlins are simply looking to get him some at-bats. This is by no means a permanent move and with the Marlins up against Roy Halladay, there is no reason to rush to activate Lamb in daily lineup leagues.
News: The Marlins selected the contracts of INF Brian Barden, INF Mike Lamb and RP Jose Veras on Saturday.
Analysis: None of these players are expected to make much of a Fantasy impact in 2010. Continue to ignore them in all formats.
News: Florida 3B Mike Lamb hit a pinch-hit double and drove in three runs on Sunday against the Nationals in his lone at bat. His batting average is at .375 for the spring.
Analysis: Lamb has two doubles this spring but despite his solid batting average, he's done nothing to really solidify a roster spot. Lamb will be nothing more than a reserve infielder for the Marlins and the deepest of NL-only leagues if he makes the team out of spring training. Ignore him on Draft Day.
News: Marlins 3B Mike Lamb, battling for a job as a reserve infielder, put the Marlins ahead to stay with a pinch-hit RBI single in the fifth off Nationals P Brian Bruney (0-1) Thursday.
Analysis: Lamb will be nothing more than a reserve infielder for the Marlins and the deepest of NL-only leagues if he makes the team out of spring training. Ignore him on Draft Day.
News: The Marlins signed free agent Mike Lamb to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training Thursday.
Analysis: Lamb will be nothing more than a reserve infielder for the Marlins and the deepest of NL-only leagues if he makes the team out of spring training. Ignore him on Draft Day.
News: The New York Daily News reports that Carlos Delgado will be put on the disabled list Saturday and he may require surgery on his ailing right hip. The move would be retroactive to his last appearance on May 10. The Mets have no plans to promote 20-year-old prospect Fernando Martinez to replace Delgado on the roster. Outfielder Angel Pagan, who has been rehabbing from right elbow surgery, might be an option. More likely, an infielder such as Mike Lamb or Ramon Martinez would be promoted.
Analysis: Pagan, Lamb or Ramon Martinez would be added to provide depth on the bench and are not worth adding outside of the deepest of NL-only leagues. In the meantime at first, Jeremy Reed made his first professional start at first Friday night. Fernando Tatis has played there for the most part while Delgado has been out. Daniel Murphy, who has played 13 minor-league games at the position, worked out at first base with Reed Friday afternoon and Jerry Manuel pledged to start Murphy there during the 10-game trip. Expect the Mets to try various options until they figure out what works. The prospect Martinez has the potential to help the Mets later this season, but their current outfielders are doing just fine. Consider Martinez a sleeper stashee in deeper NL-only and long-term keeper leagues right now.
News: Veteran infielder Mike Lamb and the New York Mets agreed to a minor league contract Saturday. Lamb will report to extended spring training in Port St. Lucie, Fla., before he is assigned to Triple-A Buffalo.
Analysis: Lamb was released by Milwaukee on April 1 after hitting .250 with two homers and 12 RBI this spring. The 33-year-old Lamb spent last season with Minnesota and Milwaukee, batting .235 with one homer and 32 RBI. He played in 92 games, 81 with the Twins. There is no reason to add him in Fantasy.
News: Former Brewers 3B Mike Lamb has cleared release waivers. He is now free to sign with any team.
Analysis: Lamb was expected to back up Bill Hall at third base, but lost out on the final reserve infield spot to Casey McGehee. Continue to ignore Lamb in all formats.
News: Brewers 3B Mike Lamb has been granted his release by the team.
Analysis: Lamb was expected to back up Bill Hall at third base, but lost out on the final reserve infield spot to Casey McGehee. Continue to ignore Lamb in all formats.
News: The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reports that Brewers 3B Mike Lamb has been told he won't be on the opening day roster. He will be waived.
Analysis: Lamb was expected to back up Bill Hall at third base, but lost out on the final reserve infield spot to Casey McGehee. Continue to ignore Lamb in all formats.
News: Brewers 3B Mike Lamb hit his first home run of the spring Tuesday against the Giants, a two-run shot that gave Milwaukee a 5-2 lead in the seventh inning. Lamb went 1-for-1 in the game with a walk. He's batting .226 on the spring in 31 at bats.
Analysis: Lamb is likely to back up Bill Hall at third base and could play a utility role with the Brewers this season. He may have some value early in the season platooning at third base, but is not a player worth owning in most leagues. He likely won't be picked up on Draft Day.
News: Brewers third basemen Bill Hall is expected to be sidelined for four to six weeks because of a partial tear in his left calf, opening the door for Mike Lamb to potentially open the 2009 season as the starting third baseman after reaching a one-year deal with the squad in December.
Analysis: Lamb signed with Milwaukee on Sept. 5 after being waived by the Minnesota Twins and batted .273 in 11 games for the Brewers. He may have some value early in the season platooning at third base, but is not a player worth owning in most leagues. He likely won't be picked up on draft day.
News: Infielder Mike Lamb agreed to a one-year contract with the Brewers on Tuesday. Lamb began last season in Minnesota, but was waived by the Twins and signed with Milwaukee on Sept. 5. He hit .273 in 11 games for the Brewers.
Analysis: Lamb has pop in his bat and the versatility to play the corners on the infield. He was signed to be a potential platoon-mate with Bill Hall at third base for the Brewers, which gives him a chance to be a sleeper for NL-only leagues on Draft Day. As the left-handed portion of a true platoon, Lamb would figure to get more at-bats, but we just don't think he is worthy of that many at-bats at this point in his career.
News: Brewers infielder Mike Lamb made his first appearance since being signed Friday, flying out to center as a pinch-hitter in the sixth Sunday.
Analysis: Lamb is nothing more than a pinch hitter down the stretch for the Brewers. Ignore him in all Fantasy leagues.
News: The Brewers signed former Twins 3B Mike Lamb to a free agent contract Friday. To make room on the 40-man roster, they designated C Lou Palmisano for assignment.
Analysis: Lamb's time with Minnesota was a disaster, so you shouldn't have high hopes for him with his new team. He likely won't play that often anyway, so leave him for the deepest of NL-only leagues.
News: Third baseman Mike Lamb was signed Friday by the Milwaukee Brewers. A nine-year veteran who has played for Texas, Houston and Minnesota, Lamb hit .233 with one homer and 32 RBI in 81 games with the Twins this year. He was released Thursday after being designated for assignment, and will not be eligible for Milwaukee's postseason roster if the Brewers advance to the playoffs.
Analysis: The 33-year-old gives the slumping Brewers another option for third along with Bill Hall, Craig Counsell, Joe Dillon, Mat Gamel and Vinny Rottino. He has pop in his bat, but he will likely get very erratic playing time and is not worth owning outside of extremely deep NL-only leagues.
News: The Twins designated corner infielder Mike Lamb for assignment Monday to make room on the roster for Eddie Guardado. They have 10 days to trade, release or outright Lamb to the minor leagues.
Analysis: Lamb has pop in his bat, but he is nothing more than organizational depth at this point in his career. Ignore him in all Fantasy leagues right now.
News: Twins 3B Mike Lamb was hitless in four at-bats Sunday against the Tigers and saw his average drop to .220. Lamb is just 4-for-44 (.091) in his last 18 games dating back to June 1.
Analysis: Lamb opened the season as the Twins' everyday third baseman, but when he couldn't produce at the plate in that role, he became a bench player. Lamb has decent pop for a reserve infielder, but without everyday at-bats, he remains a poor Fantasy option.
News:Mike Lamb was the Twins' DH and in the starting lineup for the first time since June 13.
Analysis: Lamb is a streaky hitting with pop in his bat, but his slow start has made him nothing more than a reserve for the Twins and the deepest of AL-only leagues at this point. That could change in the second half if Lamb gets hot, though.
News:The Sports Xchange notes that Mike Lamb's first home run of the season Friday at Detroit struck a railing above the right-field wall at Comerica Park and ricocheted back on the field, and the Tigers played it as though the ball was live. But umpire Marvin Hudson signaled home run, nullifying the tag put on Lamb at second base by SS Edgar Renteria. "If I had been more quick-witted, I would have asked Renteria for the ball," Lamb said.
Analysis: Lamb has been a serious disappointment in Minnesota so far, but there is pop in his bat and he could get hot this summer sometime. Consider him nothing more than a deeper AL-only option at this point, but watch him if he gets on a nice roll.
News:Alexi Casilla, Mike Lamb and Delmon Young each had two RBI on Tuesday night for the Twins. Minnesota made it 11-3 in the seventh when Young's RBI triple scored Jason Kubel, and Lamb followed with a sacrifice fly.
Analysis: Lamb has been a serious disappointment in Minnesota so far, but there is pop in his bat and he could get hot this summer sometime. Consider him nothing more than a deeper AL-only option at this point, but watch him if he gets on a nice roll.
News: According to The Sports Xchange notes: 3B Mike Lamb finished off a great series against the Red Sox with five hits and four RBI in 12 at-bats. He is batting .316 with seven RBI in his past 12 games.
Analysis: Lamb has proven to be a streaky Fantasy performer in his career and is a sleeper for deeper leagues when he is going well this. Consider him a stopgap option if you have a need at third base, especially in AL-only formats.
News:Mike Lamb was looking for a hit like this. The struggling Lamb lifted the Minnesota Twins past the Boston Red Sox 7-6 on Friday night with a two-run single in the ninth inning against Jonathan Papelbon, who blew his second consecutive save opportunity.
Analysis: Signed as a free agent to enhance Minnesota's sparse left-side-of-the-infield offense, Lamb's batting only .213 with no homers and 13 RBI in 94 at-bats. Utility man Matt Tolbert has begun to take some of his playing time at third base. "He has to step up. We signed him to do some things offensively, and hopefully he'll get going," manager Ron Gardenhire said. "He's a veteran. He knows how to play. We know he can hit." Consider him a decent AL-only Fantasy option once he starts to bring things around, but he shouldn't be starting at the moment in any format.
News: Twins 3B Mike Lamb, who has spent almost the entire season so far under the Mendoza Line, had his second three-hit game in his last four Saturday in a win over the Rangers. He is now hitting .214.
Analysis: Lamb does has some pop in his bat, but his bat is cold as ice right now. Consider him a decent AL-only Fantasy option once he starts to bring things around, but he shouldn't be starting at the moment in any format.
News: Twins 3B Mike Lamb, who limped off the field with a bruised foot after fouling a pitch off his instep and toes Wednesday, returned to the lineup Friday at Kansas City. He went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts.
Analysis: Lamb had gone 4-for-8 before the injury, seemingly breaking out of an early-season slump, but he's still batting only .188. He is hitting in the bottom half of the Twins lineup, but does has pop in his bat. Consider him a decent AL-only Fantasy option when healthy.
News:Mike Lamb limped off the field with a bruised foot after fouling a pitch off his instep and toes in the ninth inning at the White Sox Wednesday.
Analysis: Lamb hasn't had a greatest start to his Twins career. He is hitting in the bottom half of the Twins lineup, but does has pop in his bat. Consider him a decent AL-only Fantasy option when healthy.
News: Twins 3B Mike Lamb had not one, but two run-scoring doubles during Monday's game against the White Sox. It was his first pair of RBI since driving in one run opening day against the Angels. It was also the first time this season he had more than one hit in a game.
Analysis: Lamb hasn't exactly had the greatest start to his Twins career -- hitting just .167 -- but perhaps Monday's game will get him on track. He is hitting in the bottom half of the Twins lineup, but does has pop in his bat. Consider him a nice AL-only Fantasy option.
News: 3B Mike Lamb made his Twins regular season debut Monday against the Angels. Lamb had a RBI single in three at-bats and also drew a walk.
Analysis: Lamb has never really had a starting job, so we get our first glimpse into his ability to handle the role this season. Consider him a sleeper in deeper leagues. He has shown great power in his bat with limited ABs in the past, so let's see how he can perform will an everyday job.
News: Twins 3B Mike Lamb returned Friday against the Pirates after missing a week with a sore left hip. He went 0-for-3 but reached base on Doug Mientkiewicz's error.
Analysis: Lamb has never really had a starting job, so we get our first glimpse into his ability to handle the role this season. Consider him a sleeper in deeper leagues on Draft Day. Dual eligibility at third and first will certainly help in those deep formats.
News: MLB.com reports Twins 3B Mike Lamb's sore left hip has improved dramatically and manager Ron Gardenhire expects his starting third baseman to play Friday against the Pirates.
Analysis: It doesn't appear as though Lamb's hip injury will bother him into the season and the Twins can rely on him being their everyday third baseman. Lamb has never really had a starting job, so we get our first glimpse into his ability to handle the role. Consider him a sleeper in deeper leagues on Draft Day, especially since it looks like he will get more chances to start with the Twins. Dual eligibility at third and first will certainly help in those deep formats.
News: MLB.com reports Twins 3B Mike Lamb continues to be sidelined with a sore left hip he injured Friday. Manager Ron Gardenhire said he didn't want Lamb making the trip to Jupiter, Fla., Monday because of the long bus ride, but added the third baseman should play in the coming days. "He was feeling a lot better (Sunday)," Gardenhire said. "(The trainers) told me it's a minor thing, so I'm just waiting for them to give me the go."
Analysis: The Twins will learn this year whether Lamb has been a victim of circumstance or just is an inconsistent hitter. Lamb hit an incredible .367 (17-for-47) against lefties in limited duty last season. There is pop in his bat and he draws a fair amount of walks, so consider him a sleeper in deeper leagues on Draft Day, especially since it looks like he will get more chances to start with the Twins. Dual eligibility at third and first will certainly help in those deep formats.
News: Twins 3B Mike Lamb doubled and finished with two hits in three at-bats during Thursday's spring game against the Orioles. He also drove in a run and scored once. Lamb is hitting .400 (4-for-10) with two double and one RBI in four spring games.
Analysis: The Twins will learn this year whether Lamb has been a victim of circumstance or just is an inconsistent hitter. Lamb hit an incredible .367 (17-for-47) against lefties in limited duty last season. There is pop in his bat and he draws a fair amount of walks, so consider him a sleeper in deeper leagues on Draft Day, especially since it looks like he will get more chances to start with the Twins. Dual eligibility at third and first will certainly help in those deep formats.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Twins 3B Mike Lamb has spent eight years in the major leagues, but except for his rookie season, he has never been his team's primary third baseman. The former Ranger and Astro is being handed the chance to keep the job in Minnesota, and after Nick Punto batted .210 at third base last season, he's almost certain to be an upgrade. Brian Buscher, the Twins' minor league player of the year in 2007, will be around to challenge him.
Analysis: The Twins will learn this year whether Lamb has been a victim of circumstance or just is an inconsistent hitter. Lamb hit an incredible .367 (17-for-47) against lefties in limited duty last season. There is pop in his bat and he draws a fair amount of walks, so consider him a sleeper in deeper leagues on Draft Day, especially since it looks like he will get more chances to start with the Twins. Dual eligibility at third and first will certainly help in those deep formats.
News: Third baseman Mike Lamb and the Twins agreed Friday to a $6.6 million, two-year contract with an option for 2010. Lamb is likely to get a chance to play regularly for the Twins, looking for more offense at third base. Nick Punto played 108 games at third this season and hit only .210 with one home run and 25 RBI in 472 at-bats. The 32-year-old Lamb hit .289 with 11 homers and 40 RBI in 124 games with the Astros last season. He has a career batting average of .281 with 68 homers and 313 RBI. Minnesota also signed slick-fielding shortstop Adam Everett on Thursday. He spent his first seven seasons with Houston. "We're a lot better off than we were a month ago," Twins GM Bill Smith said. "We're pleased with the guys that we've got."
Analysis: Lamb has never established himself as a full-time player, mostly because he has a suspect glove and doesn't hit left-handers very often. But Lamb hit an incredible .367 (17-for-47) against lefties in limited duty last season. There is pop in his bat and he draws a fair amount of walks, so consider him a sleeper in deeper leagues on Draft Day, especially since it looks like he will get more chances to start with the Twins. Dual eligibility at third and first will certainly help in those deep formats.
News: The Astros offered arbitration to free agents Trever Miller and Mark Loretta, but not to pitcher Jason Jennings and infielder Mike Lamb. The Astros also declined to offer arbitration to right-handed reliever Brian Moehler, pinch-hitter Orlando Palmeiro and Craig Biggio, who retired after 20 seasons.
Analysis: Lamb has never established himself as a full-time player, mostly because he has a suspect glove and doesn't hit left-handers very often. But Lamb hit an incredible .367 (17-for-47) against lefties in limited duty last season. There is pop in his bat and he draws a fair amount of walks, so consider him a sleeper in deeper leagues on Draft Day, especially if it looks like he will get more chances to swing the bat than he has in the past.
News: The Rangers are reportedly interested in free agent third baseman/first baseman Mike Lamb. The Rangers have contacted former Ranger Mike Lamb about a possible reunion. "To hit in that ballpark again and to work with Rudy Jaramillo again," Lamb told the Dallas Morning News, "who wouldn't like that?" Ben Broussard is another option for the Rangers, according to the paper.
Analysis: Lamb has never established himself as a full-time player, mostly because he has a suspect glove and doesn't hit left-handers very often. But Lamb hit an incredible .367 (17-for-47) against lefties in limited duty last season. There is pop in his bat and he draws a fair amount of walks, so consider him a sleeper in deeper leagues on Draft Day, especially if it looks like he will get more chances to swing the bat than he has in the past.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Astros INF Mike Lamb admitted Thursday he wasn't happy when informed Wednesday by interim manager Cecil Cooper that he would have few opportunities to start the remainder of the season. Cooper wants to keep Lance Berkman at first base and out of right field as much as possible, and Ty Wigginton is considered by the club's third baseman of the near future. "He basically told me I was going to be a bench player and I was going to pinch-hit and play against tough right-handed hitters, and I guess you could say I was less than enthused about it," Lamb said. "But it wasn't unexpected."
Analysis: Lamb, who is hitting .293 with 11 homers and 38 RBI and made a terrific defensive play Thursday, has had a hard time establishing himself as a regular despite putting up good offensive numbers since coming to the Astros in 2004. Lamb is a free agent at season's end and appears unlikely to re-sign with the Astros. He is nothing more than a NL-only Fantasy reserve at this time.
News: Pinch-hitter Mike Lamb hit a bases-loaded home run in the eighth at Atlanta Thursday.
Analysis: The grand slam by Lamb was the seventh this year by the Astros, tying the franchise record set in 2001. He still remains just a low-end Fantasy option at this time.
News: Astros INF Mike Lamb went 2-for-4 with two runs and a solo home run during Wednesday's game against the Nationals. He is 5-for-12 (.417) with two homers and two RBI in his last four appearances.
Analysis: The Astros are finding ways to keep Lamb's bat in the lineup since he has shown flashes of power this season. He still remains just a low-end Fantasy option at this time.
News: Astros INF Mike Lamb went 3-for-5 with two runs and a solo home run during Sunday's game against the Cubs. Lamb has crushed eight homers on the season and six since June 10.
Analysis: The Astros are finding ways to keep Lamb's bat in the lineup since he has shown flashes of power in the last month. He still remains just a low-end Fantasy option at this time.
News: Astros INF Mike Lamb went 3-for-4 with two runs, his first triple and two RBI during Sunday's game against the Rockies. Lamb has recorded at least one hit and one RBI in his last three games. He is 5-for-12 (.417) with one homer and five RBI in that span.
Analysis: Lamb has cooled off recently after a great run from June 14-24, but it looks as though he might be ready for hot streak. Lamb has pop in his bat and has taken over as a regular for the Astros, making him a solid start in all NL-only leagues. He's a sleeper for any deeper league when he's going well.
News: Astros INF Mike Lamb went 1-for-4 with one walk and a two-run homer during Thursday's game against the Rockies. He now has seven homers on the season and just one hit in his last 13 at-bats.
Analysis: Lamb has cooled off recently after a great run from June 14-24. Lamb has pop in his bat and has taken over as a regular for the Astros, making him a solid start in all NL-only leagues. He's a sleeper for any deeper league when he's going well.
News: 3B Mike Lamb's career-best, 10-game hitting streak ended Monday night. He hit .500 during that stretch (20-for-40) with three doubles, three home runs and 13 RBI. Lamb raised his average from .248 to .317 during the streak.
Analysis: Lamb has pop in his bat and has taken over as a regular for the Astros, making him a solid start in all NL-only leagues. He's a sleeper for any deeper league when he's going well.
News: Astros 3B Mike Lamb extended his hitting streak to 10 games with a single in the seventh at Texas Sunday.
Analysis: Lamb continues to show he has some pop in his bat, and the Astros are going to leave him in the lineup as long as he is hitting. Still, he remains just a NL-only option at this time.
News: Astros INF Mike Lamb extended his hitting streak to nine games with a single in the fourth inning during Saturday's game against the Rangers. He is 19-for-35 (.543) with three homers and 13 RBI in that span.
Analysis: Lamb continues to show he has some pop in his bat, and the Astros are going to leave him in the lineup as long as he is hitting. Still, he remains just a NL-only option at this time.
News: Lamb, who entered 15-for-24 during a six-game hitting streak, went 1-for-4 in Wednesday's game at L.A. Angels.
Analysis: Lamb extended his modest hit streak, but it was his least impressive game of the recent hot streak. He is still only worth a look in NL-only Fantasy leagues at this point. Once interleague play is over, he is likely back to being a reserve again.
News: Mike Lamb, making his second straight start at first base on Monday at L.A. Angels while Lance Berkman served as the designated hitter, is 13-for-20 over his past five games -- including a grand slam in Sunday's 10-3 win against Seattle. He was 2-for-5 with a home run, two runs scored and three RBI (20) on Monday.
Analysis: Lamb is blazing hot right now, but he is still only worth a look in NL-only Fantasy leagues at this point. Once interleague play is over, he is likely back to being a reserve again.
News: Mike Lamb hit a grand slam and drove in five runs and the Houston Astros beat the Seattle Mariners 10-3 on Sunday to complete a three-game sweep. Lamb was exceptional throughout the weekend series, going 8-for-10 with two homers, eight RBI and three doubles. On Sunday Lamb helped pick up the slack for Houston, which was playing without All-Star Lance Berkman, who was out with flulike symptoms. His grand slam into the bullpen came in the first inning and gave starter Roy Oswalt (7-4) some breathing room to pick up his first win since May 12.
Analysis: Lamb has now hit safely in his last four games and has multi-hit outings in each contest. He is 13-for-15 (.867) with 10 RBI during that stretch. Lamb has potential for all NL-only leagues. Heck, at this pace, he's going to get everyday at-bats and be a mixed-league option, too. He's not this good, but he does have pop in his bat, which tends to get hot from time to time.
News: Mike Lamb is 6-for-7 with an intentional walk in the two games against Seattle. The Mariners didn't get him out until the seventh inning Saturday on a fly ball to left.
Analysis: Lamb has potential for all NL-only leagues. Heck, at this pace, he's going to get everyday at-bats and be a mixed-league option, too. He's not this good, but he does have pop in his bat, which tends to get hot from time to time.
News: Astros INF Mike Lamb tied a career high with four hits Friday against the Mariners. He's 7-for-9 in his last two games with one homer and five RBI.
Analysis: Lamb is only worth a look in the deepest of NL-only Fantasy leagues at this point. He is not an everyday starter but he gets a decent amount of at-bats as a reserve.
News: Mike Lamb was 3-for-5 with two RBI Thursday against the Athletics for his sixth multi-hit game of the season.
Analysis: Despite the hot game, Lamb is only worth a look in the deepest of NL-only Fantasy leagues at this point.
News: 3B Mike Lamb homered Sunday vs. the Chicago White Sox for the first time since May 12.
Analysis: Lamb is clearly not a source for power numbers, as he has just three homers on the season. He also has just seven RBI. Consider him an NL-only reserve.
News: Astros INF Mike Lamb went 1-for-3 with one walk and a solo home run during Sunday's loss to the White Sox. It was his third homer of the season and first since May 12.
Analysis: Lamb has made just two starts in June and is no longer receiving regular at-bats. He is back to being a NL-only reserve.
News: 1B Mike Lamb went 0-for-5 on Sunday at Arizona after carrying a .471 (8-for-17) career average into the game against Arizona starter Livan Hernandez.
Analysis: Lamb's Fantasy appeal remains limited to the deepest of NL-only Fantasy formats, while splitting time with Morgan Ensberg.
News: Mike Lamb was in the lineup for Morgan Ensberg at third base again on Tuesday against the Giants. Astros manager Phil Garner has recently been starting Lamb more frequently as Ensberg struggles with his hitting. Lamb was hitting more than .400 entering Tuesday's game and Ensberg was at .217. However, Garner did not call Lamb his new starter and insists he'll make the decision about who'll play at third "one day at a time." "Morgan has been struggling a bit and we have other guys who are playing good," he said. "I'm trying to take advantage of what some guys are doing right now."
Analysis: Garner said having Lamb on the bench available to hit late in games was a "luxury" and that not having him there when he starts will "take some getting used to." Lamb finished 0-for-5 with two strikeouts in Tuesday's game, while Ensberg came on as a pinch-hitter and struck out in his only at-bat. Lamb's Fantasy appeal remains limited to the deepest of NL-only Fantasy formats, while Ensberg should only be used in NL leagues at this time.
News: A day after going 3-for-5, Mike Lamb was back on the bench. Morgan Ensberg, who has started the most games at third for the Astros, also was on the bench. Mark Loretta started at third base. Lamb was hitting .419 with two home runs and four RBI heading into Sunday. Ensberg was hitting .219 with two home runs and 11 RBI. Loretta entered the game with a .362 batting average and eight RBIs. Loretta, who is now hitting .355, was 1-for-4 with one RBI.
Analysis: Lamb needs more playing time to help your Fantasy team. He should be used as a reserve in NL-only leagues at this point.
News: Mike Lamb started at third base Tuesday as Garner mixed up the lineup in an effort to spark Houston's offense.
Analysis: Ensberg has been terrible lately, reason enough to reserve him or cut him in smaller mixed leagues. He might never be the player he should be -- although he could be useful in streaks. Lamb has pop, but he is nothing more than a reserve for deeper NL-only Fantasy leagues.
News: Astros 1B Mike Lamb entered Sunday's game against the Brewers as a pinch-hitter in the eighth inning and smacked a solo homer off of Carlos Villanueva. It was his first homer of the season and just his second RBI.
Analysis: Lamb has been a nice utility player for the Astros the last few seasons, but that is all he is at this time. Consider him a NL-only reserve.
News: 3B Mike Lamb replaced Morgan Ensberg in the starting lineup, but manager Phil Garner said there was nothing to read into the move. Garner said he wants to start reserve utilityman Mark Loretta by the end of the weekend. "Just trying to find a spot to get them all in, so they can get more than one at-bat," Garner said.
Analysis: Lamb is nothing more than a corner infielder for NL-only leagues.
News: INF Mike Lamb, who played in nearly every game during spring training, has yet to make a start in three games. Lamb has been limited to pinch-hitting duty and has one hit in two at-bats.
Analysis: Until he becomes a starter with the Astros or finds himself a starting gig somewhere else, Lamb is nothing more than a NL-only reserve -- even there, he's a reach.
News: According to MLB.com, Mike Lamb is no ordinary bench player. He doesn't start, but he plays to often to be considered as just a pinch-hitter. Lamb appeared in 126 games last year with 381 at-bats and hit .307 with 12 homers and 45 RBIs for the Astros. "Certainly I'd love the opportunity to play every day, but I also understand the situation I'm in," Lamb said. "It may never happen (where I become a full-time starter) with the Astros."
Analysis: Lamb will be a free agent at the end of the season, and he will have to decide whether he wants to stay with the Astros as a reserve player or find a home as a starter. "That's the dilemma I face," he said. "How much is it worth to me to be on a winning team? Regardless of the situation, you always want more, whether it's more playing time, more money." Until he becomes a starter with the Astros or finds himself a starting gig somewhere else, Lamb is nothing more than a NL-only reserve.
News: Mike Lamb is hitting .333 (17-for-51) in 23 games this spring. He also has no homers and 10 RBI.
Analysis: Lamb is a decent pickup as a late corner infielder in NL-only leagues. He'll once again back up Morgan Ensberg and Lance Berkman on the corners in Houston this season.
News: MLB.com reports that general manager Tim Purpura and manager Phil Garner are still hopeful that Morgan Ensberg will rebound from a horrible 2006 season. "Morgan comes in with a chance to be the everyday guy," Purpura said. "He went through a lot last year with injuries, with poor performance. From a projection point of view, as an everyday third baseman at the Major League level, he has the best resume for anyone on the club -- particularly when you look at third base as a power position, which we certainly do. He has a chance to win the spot and be the everyday third baseman, and I expect him to do that."
Analysis: Ensberg recorded full-season career lows in hits (91), RBI (59) and batting average (.235) last year. If Ensberg can't hold onto the job, Mike Lamb and Mark Loretta are waiting in the wings to capitalize on his failure. "That's what we ended up doing last year," Purpura said. "We used Lamb and [Aubrey] Huff. Fortunately we have the luxury of having Loretta on board, and he can certainly play over there. Lamb as well." You know Ensberg has the talent because we've seen it before, but he's also one of the streakiest players in the NL. Draft him as a corner man in mixed leagues for now, with Loretta going before Lamb in NL-only formats because of his versatility.
News: Infielder Mike Lamb and the Astros agreed Monday to a $2.7 million, one-year contract, a $1 million raise. The 31-year-old was acquired from the New York Yankees in March 2004, less than two months after the Yankees got him in a deal with Texas and planned to put him at third base. He became expendable when the Yankees traded for Alex Rodriguez, Lamb's teammate the previous three years with the Rangers. Lamb is a career .280 hitter with 57 homers and 273 RBI in seven seasons. He can earn $300,000 in performance bonuses: $100,000 each for 500, 550 and 600 plate appearances.
Analysis: Lamb hit .307 with 12 home runs and 45 RBI in 126 games last season, his third in Houston. He will get at-bats behind Morgan Ensberg at third and Lance Berkman at first, but he won't get enough at-bats to be anything more than an NL-only option on Draft Day. The Astros are still counting a bounce-back season from Ensberg.
News: The Astros' Morgan Ensberg (shoulder), coming off an injury-plagued season, enters spring as the clear third baseman, according to Astros manager Phil Gardner. Mike Lamb is merely a reserve.
Analysis: Ensberg is an injury-risk sleeper for any league on Draft Day, while Lamb is nothing more than a deeper NL-only reserve at this point in his career as a bench player.
News: After registering 175 at-bats between June and July, Mike Lamb has only 60 at-bats in the month of August. He hit .250 with two homers and only six RBI.
Analysis: Lamb continues to see starts at third base along with a struggling Morgan Ensberg. Consider him still in larger NL-only leagues.
News: With Lance Berkman's return, OF Mike Lamb was the odd man out and was forced to the bench. However, he contributed in Friday's victory over Arizona with a pinch hit home run that gave Houston the lead for good. "I played 30 seconds in a three-hour and 45-minute game," Lamb said. "I love this country."
Analysis: Lamb's Fantasy value is limited to deeper NL-only leagues at this point. He has pop in his bat, but Berkman and Aubrey Huff cut into his playing time.
News: The Astros have acquired outfielder Aubrey Huff and Ty Wigginton will likely take over full-time at third in Tampa Bay, barring another trade. Now, the other machinations of this trade on Houston's end are these: Lance Berkman and Huff will play every day in some fashion, first base or right field. Berkman could play some left field again, too, when recently hot Mike Lamb is at first. Also, Preston Wilson, Chris Burke and Willy Taveras will be fighting for what's at most two -- and sometimes one -- outfield spot.
Analysis: Lamb has been getting starts against right-handed pitching, which he is abusing this season. Consider him in NL-only leagues at this point as he has been counted on more of late. He will sit vs. all left-handers still, though, and it appears he will be competing for playing time with Burke, Taveras and Wilson. If two of those guys play the outfield it will force Berkman or Huff to first base and Lamb back to pinch-hitting.
News: Mike Lamb was 3-for-5 Saturday for his 20th multihit game of the season and his eighth since July 24.
Analysis: Lamb has been getting starts against right-handed pitching, which he is abusing this season. Consider him in NL-only leagues at this point as he has been counted on more of late. He will sit vs. all left-handers still, though.
News: Mike Lamb homered in the first inning and the Houston Astros went on to a 4-2 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday night, their fifth win in six games. He was 2-for-4 in the game.
Analysis: Consider him in NL-only leagues at this point as he has been counted on more of late. He will sit vs. all left-handers still, though.
News: Mike Lamb homered - and was robbed of another drive - in the Houston Astros' 7-0 victory Saturday that ended a four-game losing streak. Lamb appeared to have a three-run homer in the eighth, but center fielder Gary Matthews Jr. sprinted, leaped and stuck his glove over the eight-foot wall to make a tremendous inning-ending catch. Lamb applauded after standing in the infield and watching the replay on the scoreboard. Lamb still went 3-for-5, drove in three runs and scored three times.
Analysis: Consider him in NL-only leagues at this point as he has been counted on more of late. He will sit vs. all left-handers still, though.
News: Mike Lamb tied a career high with four hits Saturday.
Analysis: Lamb has been getting starts against right-handed pitching, which he is abusing at a .358 clip thus far this season. Consider him in NL-only leagues at this point as he has been counted on more of late. He will sit vs. all left-handers still, though.
News: Astros INF/OF Mike Lamb, who started at third base Wednesday vs. Minnesota, hit fourth in the Astros' lineup for the second consecutive game with regular starter Morgan Ensberg getting a day off. Lamb has hit mostly second and fifth in the order this year. "We're having a little trouble in that spot trying to back (Lance) Berkman up a little bit right now," manager Phil Garner said. "Morgan's been in a little bit of a slide, and Lamb's been swinging the bat real well, so I'm trying to back him with Lance." He went 1-for-3 on Wednesday.
Analysis: Lamb is hitting .326, but doesn't play enough to warrant starting in any Fantasy leagues. He is a nice option for owners who can replace Morgan Ensberg while he rests, though.
News: Mike Lamb's move to No. 2 in the batting order is paying off for manager Phil Garner. The lefty-batting backup first baseman is 10-for-33 with a homer and five RBI since Garner made the switch June 9. "We needed somebody to get on base at the top of the lineup, and he was swinging the bat well, too," Garner said. "And he has some power. He can do some damage."
Analysis: Lamb batted second for the sixth time Sunday, going 0-for-4 with an RBI groundout. He had hit safely in eight of his previous nine games. Consider him an option in NL-only leagues while getting regular at-bats, particularly if he stays in the two-hole.
News: Morgan Ensberg was available to pinch hit in the Astros' 3-2 win over the Cubs on Thursday, manager Phil Garner said, but he didn't play.
Analysis: Mike Lamb started at third. Ensberg, who has missed five straight games with a bruised right shoulder, could lift his arm above his head and said he felt better. Lamb, meanwhile, has been solid enough at the plate to use in NL-only play.
News: Mike Lamb, who homered in Houston's past two games going into Saturday, moved from 1B to 3B to start for Morgan Ensberg, who bruised his right shoulder diving for a foul ball Friday. Lamb went 1-for-4 with a single and an RBI groundout Saturday.
Analysis: Lamb has been red hot of late, but his Fantasy value is still limited to deeper leagues.
News: Manager Phil Garner said Morgan Ensberg is "day to day" after bruising his shoulder diving for a foul ball against Atlanta Friday.
Analysis: Mike Lamb could see starts at third base if Ensberg can't go. Lamb blasted his second homer in as many days Friday. He is worth using in NL-only leagues due to his .366 batting average.
News: Lamb has hit safely in five of his past six games and he's hitting .385 (10-for-26) in that same span.
Analysis: Lamb is a nice corner infielder to own in NL-only Rotisserie leagues because of his .341 batting average.
News: Despite Mike Lamb's good numbers over the last two games, he was not in the lineup against left-hander Jeff Francis on Sunday. Phil Garner stuck with his normal lineup, which includes No. 5 hitter Preston Wilson and No. 6 hitter Jason Lane. Lance Berkman, who missed Saturday's game with a strained left hamstring, was also in the lineup, hitting in his usual No. 3 spot. From the seventh inning Friday to the sixth inning Saturday, Lamb reached base in five consecutive plate appearances. Two of his three hits Saturday were doubles. When asked if it was tempting to start him Sunday, Garner told MLB.com that it was. "I don't mind him facing left-handers, but some of these other guys have to get going, too. And we've played pretty well at home with this lineup."
Analysis: Despite the solid play of late, Lamb doesn't play enough to warrant any Fantasy consideration other than being a bench player in the deepest of NL-only leagues.
News: Astros 1B Mike Lamb, who started at first base in place of the injured Lance Berkman Saturday vs. Colorado, reached base in five consecutive plate appearances from the seventh inning Friday night until the sixth inning Saturday.
Analysis: Lamb doesn't play enough to warrant any Fantasy consideration other than being a bench player in the deepest of NL-only leagues.
News: Mike Lamb had an RBI single for Houston at the Dodgers Thursday.
Analysis: Lamb has three RBI on the season, and he's really not worth owning in most formats.
News: INF Mike Lamb got his first home run of the season when he greeted Giants RHP Tim Worrell with a pinch two-run homer over the wall in center in the ninth inning on Monday.
Analysis: Lamb doesn't play enough to warrant any Fantasy consideration other than being a bench player in the deepest of NL-only leagues.
News: 3B Mike Lamb made his second start of the season and went 3-for-5 with three runs starting in place of Morgan Ensberg.
Analysis: Lamb doesn't play enough to warrant any Fantasy consideration other than being a bench player in the deepest of NL-only leagues.
News: Mike Lamb has received a mere 14 at-bats for Houston this season and is hitting .214 overall.
Analysis: Lamb's value is limited to deeper NL formats at this point in time.
News: The Astros have used Mike Lamb for only eight at-bats this season -- he has two hits.
Analysis: Lamb isn't worth holding onto unless Lance Berkman becomes injured. If that happens, Lamb's value climbs only up to NL-only status as a corner infielder.
News: INF Mike Lamb drove in Houston's first three runs Thursday against the Yankees at Legends Field. Lamb had a two-run single in the first inning and a home run in the sixth.
Analysis: In CBS SportsLine.com's NL-only experts 5x5 Rotisserie draft, Lamb was selected with the last pick in the 18th round (216th overall). The reserve has value in NL-only leagues because of his pop and good hitter's park to play half his games in. He won't see as many starts this season if 1B/LF Lance Berkman, 1B Jeff Bagwell and 3B Morgan Ensberg remain healthy.
News: MLB.com reports that Astros INF Mike Lamb won't play in the team's spring opener vs. Cleveland because of a sore Achilles tendon, but he's not concerned with the problem. "You can call it day-to-day," he said. "Better now than later."
Analysis: In CBS SportsLine.com's NL-only experts 5x5 Rotisserie draft, Lamb was selected with the last pick in the 18th round (216th overall). The reserve has value in NL-only leagues because of his pop and good hitter's park to play half his games in. He won't see as many starts this season if 1B/LF Lance Berkman, 1B Jeff Bagwell and 3B Morgan Ensberg remain healthy.
News: In CBS SportsLine.com's NL-only experts 5x5 Rotisserie draft, Astros 3B Mike Lamb was selected with the last pick in the 18th round (216th overall).
Analysis: Lamb batted .236 with 12 home runs and 53 RBI for the Astros last season, helping them reach the World Series for the first time. The reserve has value in NL-only leagues because of his pop and good hitter's park to play half his games in. He won't see as many starts this season if 1B/LF Lance Berkman, 1B Jeff Bagwell and 3B Morgan Ensberg remain healthy.
News: Astros first baseman Mike Lamb agreed Monday to a $1.7 million, one-year contract with the club. Lamb, who had been eligible for salary arbitration, could receive up to $100,000 in performance bonuses.
Analysis: Lamb batted .236 with 12 home runs and 53 RBI for the Astros last season, helping them reach the World Series for the first time. The reserve has value in NL-only leagues because of his pop and good hitter's park to play half his games in. He won't see as many starts this season if 1B/LF Lance Berkman, 1B Jeff Bagwell and 3B Morgan Ensberg remain healthy.
News: 3B Morgan Ensberg was held out for the seventh consecutive day Tuesday due to a contusion on his right wrist. Mike Lamb, who has started eight previous times at third, was in Ensberg's place Tuesday. Manager Phil Garner has been rotating the spot between Lamb and Jose Vizcaino.
Analysis: Neither of those fill-ins are worth much in anything outside of deeper NL-only leagues, while Ensberg will have to be reserved in mixed leagues until he can play back-to-back games without incident.
News: Mike Lamb went 3-for-4 with a double and two RBI Friday against the Braves. He started in left field, but was moved to first base later in the game.
Analysis: Lamb could be seeing less at-bats with the return of Lance Berkman. Lamb is batting .364 (12-for-33) in his past eight games.
News: Mike Lamb went 2-for-5 Sunday with five RBI, including a grand slam off of Mark Prior in a seven-run sixth inning.
Analysis: Lamb has nice value in NL-only leagues while he gets time in the outfield, but that likely won't last with Lance Berkman expected to return by the end of Fantasy Week 5.
News: The Houston Chronicle reports that Mike Lamb is day to day with an injured hamstring.
Analysis: Lamb will get limited at-bats this season as a reserve infielder.
News: The Houston Astros agreed to terms with 3B Mike Lamb on a one-year contract.
Analysis: Lamb is a platoon candidate with Morgan Ensberg on the hot corner this season again. He lacks Ensberg's defensive ability, though, so he could lose time. With Chris Burke and uncertainty at second base, Lamb will also see time there -- in addition to backing up aging Jeff Bagwell at first base.
News: Lamb was 3-for-4 with a double, home run and two RBI in Wednesday's game against Cincinnati, as he continues to fill in for Morgan Ensberg (back).
Analysis: Lamb is 16-for-34 (.471) with three home runs and 13 RBI during his eight-game hitting streak.
News: Lamb was 2-for-4 with another home run and three RBI in Tuesday's game against Cincinnati.
Analysis: Lamb is 13-for-30 (.433) with two home runs and 11 RBI during his current seven-game hitting streak.
News: Lamb went 4-for-5, including his career-high 10th homer, and drove in four runs to lead the Astros to their ninth straight win against Pittsburgh on Sunday.
Analysis: Lamb is batting .407 against left-handers this year and has quietly put together a decent season while platooning with Morgan Ensberg at third base. He is worth consideration in NL-only leagues.
News: Mike Lamb went 2-for-4 with a pair of doubles and three RBI Sunday against the Brewers. He has a modest four-game hitting streak now.
Analysis: Lamb has been used predominantly as Morgan Ensberg's backup and as a pinch hitter in late-game situations. He does not have much Fantasy value.
News: The Houston Chronicle reports Mike Lamb will leaves the team on Monday due to personal reasons.
Analysis: Lamb is not expected back until Thursday.
News: Mike Lamb went 2-for-3 with his fifth home run of the season on Friday.
Analysis: Lamb is hitting .480 (12-for-25) with three homers and eight RBI in his past 11 games. He is a very solid start in NL-only leagues.
News: Looking for extra help at third base, the New York Yankees have worked out a trade to get Mike Lamb from the Texas Rangers for minor-league pitcher Jose Garcia. Texas designated the lefty-hitting Lamb for assignment on Jan. 29, giving the Rangers 10 days to send him outright to the minors, trade him or ask waivers for the purpose of his unconditional release.
Analysis: Lamb is not a lock as a possible starter, and will have to battle for playing time. He should only be drafted with a low bid or late pick.
News: The Rangers designated Mike Lamb for assignment on Thursday, according to the Dallas Morning News.
Analysis: Lamb's role with the team has diminished in recent seasons, and he probably needs a fresh start elsewhere. He has a long way to go to recapture Fantasy owners' attention.
News: The Dallas Morning News reports the Rangers will option Mike Lamb to Triple-A Oklahoma during the All-Star break.
Analysis: It is unclear who the Rangers will recall to replace Lamb, but it is possible outfielder Ramon Nivar or an extra pitcher might be added.
News: Mike Lamb was recalled from Triple-A Oklahoma on Friday. He will replaced the injured Herbert Perry on the active roster.
Analysis: Lamb as minimal Fantasy value.
News: Lamb was optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma on Saturday.
Analysis: Lamb will likely be recalled at some point, but he does not warrant any Fantasy consideration.
News: Rangers manager Buck Showalter told the Fort Worth Star-Telegram he will go from an 11-man pitching staff to 12, so a position player will have to be sent to the minors. Mike Lamb or Gerald Laird are two possibilities for a demotion, although both won't be sent out since the team would be without a backup catcher.
Analysis: Lamb appears more likely to be demoted, as he doesn't have as much experience behind the plate. He has no Fantasy value.
News: The Rangers recalled Mike Lamb from Triple-A Oklahoma on Tuesday.
Analysis: Lamb will likely serve as a utilityman and pinch hitter, as well as the team's emergency catcher. He won't play enough to be worth adding to a Fantasy roster, however.
News: Lamb was optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma on Saturday.
Analysis: Lamb only had seven at-bats this season and will receive regular playing time in Oklahoma, something that was not possible with the Rangers.
News: Lamb signed a one-year deal with the Texas Rangers on Friday. He is expected to compete for a job at first base or in the outfield, according to the Dallas Morning News.
Analysis: Lamb is a good hitter and is very flexible defensively. He is worth a reserve roster spot.
News: Lamb will play third base while Herbert Perry is injured. Lamb started on Sunday and was 4-for-5 with two runs scored and two RBI. He is 9-for-21 over his last 5 games, raising his average to .311
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News: Lamb started his second consecutive game at third base, in place of the injured Herbert Perry. The versatile Lamb can play first base, third base, outfield and on occasion he can play catcher. He is batting .295 this season and is a nice player to have on a Fantasy roster. He does not put up tremendous offensive numbers, but hits for average and is useful if you need to replace injured players in various positions.
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News: Lamb will make his first start at catcher Wednesday night, according to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. Lamb will get some playing time behind the plate while Ivan Rodriguez is hurt, but will be useless once the All-Star catcher is activated from the disabled list.
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News: Lamb, who was demoted to the minor leagues, caught four innings for Triple-A Oklahoma in Sunday's 6-3 exhibition win against the Rangers. Lamb lost the starting job at third base to Hank Blalock, and the team now wants him to try his luck as a catcher. Lamb will have very little value to Fantasy owners this season.
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News: Lamb is expected to miss the next several days after an X-ray revealed he has a fracture on the tip of his right ring finger. Consider reserving him on your roster this week.
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News: Lamb, who was recalled from Class AAA Oklahoma on June 17, appears set to hold the third base job for the rest of the season. The Rangers cut former starter Ken Caminiti on Monday. Lamb is batting .209 with three RBI.
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News: Lamb was the Rangers' Rookie of the Year last year. But with the addition of 3B Ken Caminiti during the off-season, Lamb is likely to start the season in the minor leagues. Despite that, Lamb said he wants to remain a Ranger and isn't asking for a trade. Adding him to your reserves might not be a bad idea considering that Caminiti has suffered from a variety of injuries over the past few seasons.
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News: Will have a chance to win the full-time 3B job from injured Tom Evans (3B, TEX). Has been swinging a productive bat lately, with a .454 batting average over the past week. Last place Texas, is looking to fire up the offense and will ride his hot bat for as long as it stays hot.
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News: Sent to Triple-A Oklahoma City. All the signs pointed to him taking over the 3B job before spring training, but he had defensive problems and did not impress with his bat. A stint in Triple-A will help refine his swing and improve his glove work.
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News: Lamb was supposed to make the jump from Double-A to the majors for 2000. But look for Lamb to instead start the season at Triple-A while Tom Evans, a non-roster player, gets the first shot at third base. Evans' offense and defense both have opened eyes and Lamb has looked lost.
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News: Lamb has been cleared to play after he was struck in the right eye by a ground ball on the first day of spring training. "There really isn't any pain. There's no blurring," Lamb said Tuesday after X-rays and a CAT scan found no permanent damage. Lamb, one of the Ranger's top prospects, is expected to replace Todd Zeile at third base.
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