News: The Blue Jays assigned David Cooper, Yan Gomes, Jon Diaz and Chris Woodward to minor-league camp on Sunday.
Analysis: The only name worth mentioning here is Cooper, who is a 2008 first-round pick. He has decent offensive potential, but right now his path is blocked to the majors by Adam Lind. Cooper is a low-end, long-term Fantasy keeper. The rest of the players are just organizational depth and can be ignored in Fantasy.
News: The Blue Jays called up veteran Chris Woodward before Sunday's game at the Yankees. Woodward hit .296 with 13 homers at Triple-A Las Vegas.
Analysis: Woodward has shown pop from time to time in the majors, but at age 35, his career is about over. He'll likely be one of the last players off the bench and has no Fantasy value.
News: The Blue Jays announced that SS Chris Woodward, who was called up last Thursday, has been outrighted to Triple-A Las Vegas following Thursday's game against the Rangers. Woodward was 0 for 4 in his time with the Jays, with a pair of strikeouts and one run scored.
Analysis: Woodward never really got the opportunity to get consistent at bats in the bigs, so the move doesn't come as too big of a surprise. He is 34-years-old and has been with several teams, though he hasn't played much in the majors. Fantasy owners shouldn't consider him in any format even if he remained on the active roster.
News: The Blue Jays have called up SS Chris Woodward from the minors.
Analysis: Woodward, a 34-year-old journeyman, started his career with the Blue Jays before heading to the Mets in 2004. He hasn't played much in the majors over the last couple of seasons and is really only up to provide some backup infield help. For now, continue to ignore him in Fantasy play.
News: The Blue Jays signed SS Chris Woodward to a minor-league deal on Monday.
Analysis: Woodward spent last season in the Mariners organization, getting only 19 at-bats at the major-league level. The journeyman will likely have the same role in the Blue Jays organization and doesn't deserve any attention in Fantasy.
News: Mariners INF Chris Woodward got his first start for Seattle on Sunday against Cleveland. Woodward went 0 for 2 with a walk and a strikeout.
Analysis: Woodward doesn't figure to play a whole lot for Seattle going forward. He is just bench fodder and doesn't need to be on any Fantasy rosters.
News: The Mariners recalled infielder Chris Woodward from Triple-A Tacoma on Monday. He takes the roster spot of SS Jack Wilson, who was placed on the disabled list with a hand injury. Woodward hit .232 with six home runs and 35 RBI in 401 at-bats at Tacoma this season.
Analysis: Woodward will fill a utility role for Seattle and isn't likely to produce much when he does play. He should only be considered in the deepest of AL-only leagues as a stopgap option.
News: Seattle C Josh Bard, C Eliezer Alfonso, C Guillermo Quiroz, INF Chris Woodward, INF Josh Wilson, RP Jesus Colome and RP David Pauley all failed to make the 25-man roster and will head to the minor leagues as reported on Sunday.
Analysis: The players listed above were never going to make the opening day roster and provide organizational depth in the minors for the Mariners. They have no Fantasy value and can be ignored at this time.
News: Reserve infielder Chris Woodward and the Mariners agreed Wednesday to a minor-league contract with an invitation to spring training. Woodward hit .239 for the Mariners last year and started games at shortstop, second base and third base before Boston claimed him off waivers in August.
Analysis: Woodward is just a light-hitting utility infielder. He won't get enough at-bats to make a significant impact in Fantasy.
News: Red Sox infielder Chris Woodward and starting pitcher Paul Byrd are among the free agents to file.
Analysis: Byrd might head into retirement, while Woodward is nothing more than organizational depth at this point in his career. Ignore them in all Fantasy leagues at this point.
News: The Boston Red Sox put SP Junichi Tazawa on the 60-day disabled list Monday and selected infielder Chris Woodward to the active roster from Triple-A Pawtuckett. Tazawa has a mild left groin strain.
Analysis: Woodward arrived in time for the Red Sox game on Monday night against Kansas City. He had been sent down to make roster room for Daisuke Matsuzka. Woodward is just another reserve bat off the bench for Boston and has little Fantasy appeal.
News: To make room on their roster for SP Daisuke Matsuzaka, who returned from the DL on Tuesday, the Red Sox sent 3B Chris Woodward outright to Triple-A Pawtucket.
Analysis: Woodward was a little-used reserve who didn't hit well enough to matter in Fantasy. Continue to ignore him in all leagues.
News: The Red Sox called up 3B Chris Woodward on Tuesday and designated 1B Jeff Bailey for assignment.
Analysis: Woodward will just come off the bench occasionally for the Red Sox and can be ignored in all Fantasy leagues. Same for Bailey while he's in the minors.
News: The Boston Red Sox sent infielder Chris Woodward outright to the minor leagues Wednesday. He had been designated for assignment.
Analysis: Woodward is nothing more than organizational depth at this point in his career. Ignore him in all Fantasy leagues right now.
News: The Red Sox designated INF Chris Woodward for assignment Friday, clearing the way for SS Alex Gonzalez to join them after Friday's trade with Cincinnati.
Analysis: Woodward spent some time with the Mariners earlier this season, but he's a light hitter and doesn't matter in Fantasy.
News: The Red Sox have designated veteran SP John Smoltz for assignment and have picked up SS Chris Woodward off waivers from Seattle.
Analysis: Smoltz just couldn't find his old magic with Boston and this could be the end of a storied career, unless someone else feels like he can still make an impact either as a starter or out of the bullpen. Feel free to hold on to him for now, but be prepared to dump him if he announces his retirement. Woodward will just be a backup infielder for Boston and has very minimal Fantasy value at this time.
News: Mariners 3B Adrian Beltre was activated from the 15-day DL on Tuesday, just over a month after he underwent shoulder surgery. To make room, SS Chris Woodward was designated for assignment.
Analysis: Beltre has made a super-quick recovery from his surgery, as he was expected to miss 6-8 weeks. Feel free to activate him in deeper mixed leagues as a corner infielder as he has some pop in his bat when healthy. Woodward can be ignored while he's in the minors.
News: From The Sports Xchange: GM Jack Zduriencik has gotten a jump on the trade deadline, pulling off a pair of deals over the weekend, divesting themselves of shortstop Yuniesky Betancourt, sent to Kansas City, and adding third baseman Jack Hannahan from Oakland. Betancourt made himself expendable by declining to put in as much extra work as the brass, and to be fair, his teammates, thought he should, so much so that his game, particularly his defense, was in decline. Hannahan gives the Mariners a strong defensive option at third base with third baseman Adrian Beltre on the DL and likely to be out until late August.
Analysis: Hannahan be platooning at third with Chris Woodward for the moment and should get more at-bats as the left-handed portion of a true platoon. Hannahan is nothing more than a reserve for the deepest of AL-only leagues because of his weak bat, though. Woodward has more pop, but he will get less at-bats and therefore be equally valuable -- as in not very.
News: From The Sports Xchange: It didn't take long for the Mariners to miss Adrian Beltre. With him back in Los Angeles undergoing surgery, third base was turned over to veteran infielder Chris Woodward. And Tuesday was a tough debut for Woodward, who made two errors on a grounder hit by the Yankees' Hideki Matsui that led to two unearned runs in the second inning. But Woodward came back and had two hits and scored the tying run in the eighth inning, although the Mariners would lose 8-5 when New York came up with three runs in the bottom of the eighth. Manager Don Wakamatsu said he would go with Woodward for the time being, the skipper being unwilling for the moment to move first baseman Russell Branyan or second baseman Jose Lopez from the right side of the infield to third base.
Analysis: Woodward is a veteran, but he is nothing more than a deeper AL-only option at this point. The at-bats are intriguing if you need someone who might get some in the week-plus before the break.
News: Mariners INF Chris Woodward returned to the lineup Tuesday against the Yankees after not starting since June 21 because of a groin injury. He had a pair of singles in four at-bats and scored once.
Analysis: Woodward should see a few extra at-bats in the coming weeks with Yuniesky Betancourt sidelined, but unless he really wows at the plate and in the field, this new assignment should be just temporary. Woodward is merely a stopgap Fantasy option.
News: Mariners INF Chris Woodward missed Sunday's game against the Dodgers because of a groin injury. He is day to day and considered questionable for the team's upcoming three-game series at the Yankees beginning on Tuesday.
Analysis: Woodward will get a shot at replacing injured SS Yuniesky Betancourt when he's able to return to game form. He is a journeyman reserve infielder and only worth picking up as a stopgap option in AL-only formats. He is an injury risk for Fantasy Week 13 (June 29-July 5).
News: Mariners INF Chris Woodward missed Saturday's game against the Dodgers because of a groin injury. He is day to day.
Analysis: Woodward will get a shot at replacing injured SS Yuniesky Betancourt when he's able to return to game form. He is a journeyman reserve infielder and only worth picking up as a stopgap option in AL-only formats.
News: Mariners INF Chris Woodward missed Friday's game against the Dodgers because of a groin injury. He is day to day.
Analysis: Woodward is expected to get a shot at replacing the injured Yuniesky Betancourt at shortstop, but he first has to get healthy. Woodward has been a major league journeyman as a reserve infielder. He is nothing more than a potential stopgap Fantasy option.
News:The Sports Xchange reports that Mariners INF Chris Woodward could eventually get a shot at replacing injured SS Yuniesky Betancourt. But Woodward is battling groin pain and the club would like to give him another day or two off to get over it.
Analysis: Woodward spent all of 2008 in the minors, and hit just .199 with the Braves in 2007. In the minors this year, Woodward is hitting .299, but with a lot of strikeouts, one homer and 15 RBI. He could have some value in deeper AL-only leagues if he gets some at-bats, but will have to compete with Ronny Cedeno.
News: The Mariners have recalled 3B Chris Woodward from the minors. He takes the roster spot of 2B Jose Lopez (bereavement).
Analysis: Woodward spent all of 2008 in the minors, and hit just .199 with the Braves in 2007. In the minors this year, Woodward is hitting .299, but with a lot of strikeouts, one homer and 15 RBI. Continue to ignore him in all Fantasy formats, as he's unlikely to get many at-bats.
News: Seattle outrighted pitcher Jesus Delgado to Triple-A Tacoma and reassigned pitchers Tyler Johnson and Chad Cordero, infielders Chris Burke and Chris Woodward, catcher Jamie Burke and outfielder Mile Wilson to minor league camp. Recalled from Tacoma was Tuiasosopo and selected from Tacoma were pitchers Chris Jakubauskas and Shawn Kelley and infielder Mike Sweeney.
Analysis: Most of these players have little to no value on Fantasy rosters. The exceptions include Chad Cordero who could get some save opportunities eventually with the team and Mike Wilson who was showing a mean power stroke in the spring. However, none of these players will win a Fantasy title for you.
News: Seattle 3B Chris Woodward went 3-for-4 from the plate in an exhibition game against the Cubs on Sunday, hitting a solo home run off of Carlos Marmol in the process. Woodward boosted his batting average on the spring season to .222.
Analysis: Woodward isn't likely going to make the roster and will not be an advised option if he does. Ignore him on Draft Day.
News: Mariners 3B Chris Woodward hit his second home run of the spring Sunday against the Rangers, finishing 2-for-3 with two RBI and two runs scored.
Analysis: Woodward is nothing more than a utility infielder even if he makes the roster. Don't pay any attention to this power surge and ignore him on Draft Day.
News: Reliever Denny Stark is among the 17 non-roster players who received invitations to spring training, the Mariners announced Wednesday. The list of invitee includes eight pitchers, three catchers, four infielders and two outfielders. Besides Stark, right-handed pitchers Eric Hull, Chris Jakubauskas, Shawn Kelley, Luis Munoz, Tracy Thorpe and Sean White, along with left-hander Chris Seddon, will report to camp in Peoria, Ariz., Feb. 13. Veteran Jamie Burke heads the list of catchers, which also includes Adam Moore and Luis Oliveros. Infielders Chris Woodward, Callis Crabbe, Oswaldo Navarro and Chris Shelton, and outfielders Freddy Guzman and Prentice Redman also have been invited to camp.
Analysis: These players are nothing more than organizational depth at this point in their careers. Ignore them in all Fantasy leagues right now, because they figure to serve reserve roles at best if they get time on the roster this season.
News: The Brewers signed utility man Chris Woodward to a minor league contract Saturday.
Analysis: Woodward is nothing more than organizational depth at this point in his career. Ignore him in all Fantasy leagues right now.
News: The Phillies released minor league veterans Chris Woodward and Vic Darensbourg.
Analysis: Woodward is nothing more than a utility man and Darensbourg nothing more than a situational lefty if either one returns to the big leagues ever again. Ignore them in all Fantasy formats at this point.
News: The Phillies claimed RHP Tim Lahey off waivers from the Cubs, outrighted RHP J.D. Durbin, SS Ray Olmedo and OF Chris Snelling to Triple-A Lehigh Valley, signed UTL Chris Woodward to a minor league contract and reassigned RHP Kris Benson to minor league camp Friday.
Analysis: Benson cannot be stashed on DL spots but he and Durbin could factor into the Phils rotation before the end of the year. Benson is coming off major shoulder surgery. Lahey figures to make the bullpen, while the other players are nothing more than organizational depth at this point in their careers. All of these names can be ignored in most Fantasy formats at this point.
News: The Yankees released non-roster invitee UTL Chris Woodward on Thursday.
Analysis: Woodward has been nothing more than a utility man since losing his starting shortstop job in Toronto years ago. His limited offensive potential makes him someone to ignore in all Fantasy leagues at this point.
News: Yankees 3B Chris Woodward, who missed some time with a tight hamstring, returned to the lineup Sunday at the Pirates. He went 1-for-3.
Analysis: Woodward has been nothing more than a utility man since losing his starting shortstop job in Toronto years ago. His limited offensive potential makes him someone to ignore in all Fantasy leagues on Draft Day.
News: New York UTL Chris Woodward (right hamstring) could play in a minor league game Friday.
Analysis: Woodward has been nothing more than a utility man since losing his starting shortstop job in Toronto years ago. His limited offensive potential makes him someone to ignore in all Fantasy leagues on Draft Day.
News: Yankees INF Chris Woodward is out with right hamstring tightness, the team announced Monday.
Analysis: Woodward has been nothing more than a utility man since losing his starting shortstop job in Toronto years ago. His limited offensive potential makes him someone to ignore in all Fantasy leagues on Draft Day.
News: The Yankees finalized a minor-league contract with infielder Chris Woodward. He will battle fellow spring-training invitees Nick Green and Cody Ransom for what likely will be the 25th spot on the roster.
Analysis: Woodward has been nothing more than a utility man since losing his starting shortstop job in Toronto years ago. His limited offensive potential makes him someone to ignore in all Fantasy leagues on Draft Day.
News: The Yankees are nearing completion of a minor league contract with backup infielder Chris Woodward, the team reported Thursday. If added to the major league roster, he would get a one-year deal for $700,000 while in the majors and $120,000 while in the minors.
Analysis: Woodward hit .199 in 136 at-bats for the Atlanta Braves last year. The nine-year big league veteran could earn an additional $200,000 in performance bonuses, getting the full amount for 325 plate appearances. Woodward has been nothing more than a utility man since losing his starting shortstop job in Toronto years ago. His limited offensive potential makes him someone to ignore in all Fantasy leagues on Draft Day.
News: Braves utility man Chris Woodward filed for free agency.
Analysis: Woodward has been nothing more than a utility man since losing his starting shortstop job in Toronto years ago. His limited offensive potential makes him someone to ignore in all Fantasy leagues on Draft Day.
News: SS Yunel Escobar was scratched from the starting lineup Saturday. He was hit by a pitch in the left elbow on Friday night and it was swollen and sore on Saturday. He was hitting .331 with 3 home runs and 24 RBI. He was replaced by Chris Woodward.
Analysis: Even if Escobar needs to miss some time, Woodward is nothing more than a low-end reserve for the deepest of NL-only leagues at this point in his career.
News: 3B Chipper Jones (groin) and CF Andruw Jones (knee, elbow, shoulder) were both out of the lineup Sunday with nagging injuries. Matt Diaz started in place of Andruw in the outfield, and Chris Woodward started at third. "Those are the guys you count on day in and day out to step up, and when they need a day off like today, it's an opportunity for someone else to step up," said Diaz, who had two hits. "We didn't do that."
Analysis: Woodward is the lone backup at third, shortstop and second, which might mean a start or two a week against left-handed pitching. Consider him nothing more than a low-end reserve for the deepest of NL-only leagues.
News: The Braves hit back-to-back homers for the second time this season on Monday against the Marlins, as Jarrod Saltalamacchia and pinch-hitter Chris Woodward accomplished the feat.
Analysis: Woodward's pinch-hit homer was the second of his career. His first came in 2005. He is only worth a look in the deepest of NL-only Fantasy leagues at this point.
News: Manager Bobby Cox gave starts to several right-handed hitters against Oliver Perez on Wednesday night: 2B Martin Prado, LF Matt Diaz, C Jarrod Saltalamacchia and Chris Woodward, who started at first base for the first time this season. Woodward made only one appearance at first base with the Mets last season but played in 34 games at first for the Mets in 2006.
Analysis: Saltalamacchia will get enough at-bats to be useful in deeper NL-only leagues, especially as a No. 2 catcher. Diaz is a starter for the most part and viable in deeper leagues when he's going well. Prado and Woodward are nothing more than reserves for the Braves and the deepest of NL-only Rotisserie leagues.
News: SS Edgar Renteria was scratched from the lineup just before the game because of flu-like symptoms. He sat out Monday's series opener for the same reason, but returned to play in Tuesday's game. Chris Woodward took over at shortstop and made an error on the very first hitter, though John Smoltz pitched around the mistake.
Analysis: Woodward is nothing more than a reserve for the deepest of NL-only leagues, because he lacks pop or playing time.
News: Chris Woodward got a start at shortstop in Monday's game against the Padres in place of Edgar Renteria (flu-like symptoms). He was 2-for-3 with a triple (1), RBI (4) and stolen base (1).
Analysis: Woodward also committed an error. Despite the decent performance, he is playing time is too sporadic to consider in anything but the deepest of NL-only Fantasy leagues at this point.
News: 3B Chipper Jones was used only as a pinch hitter after starting 29 consecutive games. Chris Woodward was the fill-in starter.
Analysis: Jones is a must-start Fantasy 3B when healthy, which he has been. Woodward is nothing more than a low-end reserve for the Braves and the deepest of NL-only Fantasy leagues.
News: Chris Woodward made a pinch-hitting appearance in the fourth inning for Oscar Villarreal and he struck out in his only at-bat. He is now batting just .231 on the season.
Analysis: The little-used middle infielder is only worth a look in the deepest of NL-only Fantasy leagues as a reserve unless injuries open up some regular playing time.
News: 2B Chris Woodward, who played for the Mets last season, started and hit leadoff for the Braves Friday.
Analysis: Kelly Johnson started the season off slowly before hitting a homer on Thursday. Woodward still isn't expected to get a large amount of at-bats, but NL-only owners should still consider him in case Johnson doesn't work out.
News: 2B Chris Woodward was 1-for-3 while hitting leadoff for Atlanta in his return from a calf injury.
Analysis: Woodward was signed by the Braves during the offseason and hopes to make the team as a backup, but he's been plagued by misfortune this spring. He missed the first full-squad workout because of a sinus infection, then hurt his calf while running before in the team's spring opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers. As a low-end utility man, Woodward is only worth a look in the deepest of NL-only leagues as a potential reserve.
News: Braves INF Chris Woodward continues to be hampered by a strained right calf. He has yet to play a game this spring through March 16.
Analysis: Woodward was signed by the Braves during the offseason and hopes to make the team as a backup, but he's been plagued by misfortune this spring. He missed the first full-squad workout because of a sinus infection, then hurt his calf while running before in the team's spring opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers. As a low-end utility man, Woodward is only worth a look in the deepest of NL-only leagues as a potential reserve.
News: According to the team's official Web site, Braves UTL Chris Woodward, who has been nursing a strained right calf, was cleared to take batting practice Wednesday. He could begin playing games early next week.
Analysis: Woodward was signed by the Braves during the offseason and hopes to make the team as a backup, but he's been plagued by misfortune in the early days of camp. He missed the first full-squad workout because of a sinus infection, then hurt his calf while running before in the team's spring opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers. As a low-end utility man, Woodward is only worth a look in the deepest of NL-only leagues as a potential reserve.
News: MLB.com reports that the Braves do not have a time table for Chris Woodward's return from a right calf strain. It could be anywhere from a week to eight weeks, according to the Braves' medical staff. If he can't make it to Opening Day, Pete Orr and Willy Aybar would start the season as the Braves' utility infielders. Woodward was cleared to hit off a tee on Monday.
Analysis: Woodward was signed by the Braves during the offseason and hopes to make the team as a backup, but he's been plagued by misfortune in the early days of camp. He missed the first full-squad workout because of a sinus infection, then hurt his calf while running before Thursday's spring opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers. As a low-end utility man, Woodward is only worth a look in the deepest of NL-only leagues as a potential reserve.
News: Infielder Chris Woodward is expected to miss up to a week after injuring his right calf while running sprints Thursday. "It's frustrating," Woodward said after getting treatment Friday morning. "I just hope I'm getting it all out of the way at the beginning."
Analysis: Woodward was signed by the Braves during the offseason and hopes to make the team as a backup, but he's been plagued by misfortune in the early days of camp. He missed the first full-squad workout because of a sinus infection, then hurt his calf while running before Thursday's spring opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers. As a low-end utility man, Woodward is only worth a look in the deepest of NL-only leagues as a potential reserve.
News: According to the team's official site, after battling a bad sinus infection earlier in the week, Braves UTL Chris Woodward was able to make his first appearance in camp on Thursday. He fielded some grounders, took some batting practice and then was sent home to get some further rest.
Analysis: It doesn't look as though Woodward's sinus infection is anything serious. Woodward hit just .216 in 22 at-bats with the Mets in 2006. His struggles were the product of an aching right shoulder that was surgically repaired during the offseason. The Braves are hopeful he'll serve as a valuable backup option for shortstop Edgar Renteria, who fatigued during the final two months in 2006. As a low-end utility man, Woodward is only worth a look in the deepest of NL-only leagues as a potential reserve.
News: According to the team's official site, despite their being an open competition for the job at second base, the Braves intend to use offseason acquistion Chris Woodward as a backup at both middle-infield positions."He's an outstanding, multifaceted utility infielder," GM John Schuerholz said. "We think he's going to be a real asset."
Analysis: Woodward hit just .216 in 22 at-bats with the Mets in 2006. His struggles were the product of an aching right shoulder that was surgically repaired during the offseason. The Braves are hopeful he'll serve as a valuable backup option for shortstop Edgar Renteria, who fatigued during the final two months in 2006. As a low-end utility man, Woodward is only worth a look in the deepest of NL-only leagues as a potential reserve.
News: The Braves agreed Wednesday to an $850,000, one-year contract with free-agent infielder-outfielder Chris Woodward. Woodward has a .247 career batting average in eight seasons and has played all four infield positions and the outfield. He appeared in 351 games for the Toronto Blue Jays from 1999 to 2004. He can earn an additional $525,000 in performance bonuses and would get the full amount with 500 plate appearances.
Analysis: The 30-year-old Woodward played the past two seasons with the New York Mets. He batted .283 in 2005, but a left shoulder injury limited him to 83 games and a .216 average last season. As a low-end utility man, Woodward is only worth a look in the deepest of NL-only leagues as a potential reserve.
News: Oakland's Frank Thomas and the Dodgers' Nomar Garciaparra headed 59 players who filed for free agency Saturday on the first possible day. Among the others: Cliff Floyd, Ricky Ledee, Orlando Hernandez, Steve Trachsel, Chris Woodward, Mike Lieberthal, Arthur Rhodes, Rick White, Randy Wolf, Aaron Fultz, Miguel Cairo, Octavio Dotel and Craig Wilson. Approximately 200 players are eligible to file for free agency by the Nov. 11 deadline. Under new rules this offseason, free agents do not face any deadlines to re-sign with their former teams. Thomas and the Athletics have made progress on a deal that would keep the Big Hurt in Oakland for two more years.
Analysis: Track their offseason destinations before making a judgment on their Fantasy value for 2007.
News: Mets first baseman Carlos Delgado, catcher Paul Lo Duca, right-hander Aaron Heilman and infielder Chris Woodward all had successful surgery Monday. The right-handed Woodward had a torn labrum in his left shoulder operated on.
Analysis: Woodward is expected to be ready for spring training, but labrum injuries are necessarily that easily to come back from quickly. It helps that it's not his throwing shoulder, but it doesn't help that Woodward's utility spot is all but certain for 2007. Ignore the veteran reserve in all leagues until he proves healthy. He might not make the team out of spring training.
News: Chris Woodward, who has had only 11 at-bats since July 24, is expected to start Monday at Philadelphia.
Analysis: Woodward is nothing more than a low-end reserve for his versatility in the deepest of NL-only leagues at this point in his career. His playing time and production figure to be too limited.
News: According to the New York Daily News, Jose Reyes pledged to return to the lineup Tuesday. The shortstop has been sidelined since taking seven stitches to his left pinkie July 7. "I'll be ready by (Tuesday) in Cincinnati," he told the New York Post on Sunday. Chris Woodward's six-game run as the shortstop should be over.
Analysis: Woodward is nothing more than a low-end reserve for his versatility in the deepest of NL-only leagues at this point in his career. His playing time (perhaps starting at 2B vs. tough LHP) and production (little pop) figure to be too limited.
News: Chris Woodward went 0-for-3 with a run on Saturday at Yankee Stadium.
Analysis: He’s a very mediocre NL-only option because he doesn’t play regularly.
News: INF Chris Woodward started at second base Sunday in place of Jose Valentin and delivered two hits against Arizona.
Analysis: Woodward has started three games during the Mets' current trip and has six hits. He is a decent addition in NL-only leagues if you need help at middle infielder, but avoid him in mixed formats unless Valentin stumbles.
News: The team's official website reports Chris Woodward will see time at second base following the trade of Kaz Matsui to Colorado, although manager Willie Randolph said it will not be as much time as Jose Valentin.
Analysis: Woodward got the start on Sunday at Arizona. He was 2-for-5 with a double, walk and two RBI against the D'Backs. He is a decent addition in NL-only leagues if you need help at middle infielder, but avoid him in mixed formats unless Valentin stumbles.
News: SS Jose Reyes was a last-minute scratch from the lineup for Tuesday night's game because of a sore right wrist and was replaced by Chris Woodward. It was Woodward's second start at SS this season and first in the leadoff spot.
Analysis: Reyes should be fine for Wednesday, so leave Woodward for being a versatile reserve in the deepest of NL-only leagues.
News: Red-hot Jose Valentin and Chris Woodward will likely split time at second until Kaz Matsui rights himself (.213). "It's just the way I feel at the time of the day," manager Willie Randolph told the New York Post. "We're going to try to get Kaz going again. It's not like he's lost his job. That's not the case. We want to get him going and he's struggled a little bit. ... Kaz is still going to play for me."
Analysis: Woodward is nothing more than a utility infielder for the deepest of NL-only Rotisserie leagues. Consider him more viable now than before because of his potential to start at second vs. left-handed pitchers.
News: The New York Post reports that Woodward drove in three RBI Thursday against Washington, which is more than anyone on the Mets. It was his first start in the field this season (at second base) and he contributed two hits in the win.
Analysis: Woodward moved to first base in the eighth inning to replace Carlos Delgado. Woodward will work all over the infield this season, making him useful in larger NL-only leagues.
News: Chris Woodward (hip) was able to come into the game to play shortstop Sunday.
Analysis: Woodward is nothing more than a utility man for the Mets, which limits his value to that role in the deepest of NL-only leagues. He is not being considered a candidate for the open second base spot because of his role as the utility man.
News: INF Chris Woodward missed Wednesday's game with a sore right hip, and it's not the first time this spring it's happened. No timetable has been given, if any, for his return.
Analysis: Woodward will serve as the Mets' primary utility man once again in 2006 and be a backup to Jose Reyes at shortstop. Reyes seems to have put leg problems behind him, but Woodward is insurance there. Consider Woodward only in the deepest of NL leagues on Draft Day. He won't be mixed-league worthy even with everyday at-bats.
News: Chris Woodward (sore right hip) missed his second consecutive game but said he may be back Tuesday.
Analysis: Woodward will serve as the Mets' primary utility man once again in 2006 and be a backup to Jose Reyes at shortstop. Reyes seems to have put leg problems behind him, but Woodward is insurance there. Consider Woodward only in the deepest of NL leagues on Draft Day. He won't be mixed-league worthy even with everyday at-bats.
News: New York's Chris Woodward (sore right hip) was a late scratch from the lineup Saturday. He is considered day to day.
Analysis: Woodward will serve as the Mets' primary utility man once again in 2006 and be a backup to Jose Reyes at shortstop. Reyes seems to have put leg problems behind him, but Woodward is insurance there. Consider Woodward only in the deepest of NL leagues on Draft Day. He won't be mixed-league worthy even with everyday at-bats.
News: 1B Chris Woodward, who missed two games with the flu, returned to the lineup Tuesday.
Analysis: Woodward will serve as the Mets' primary utility man once again in 2006 and be a backup to Jose Reyes at shortstop. Reyes seems to have put leg problems behind him, but Woodward is insurance there. Consider Woodward only in the deepest of NL leagues on Draft Day. He won't be mixed-league worthy even with everyday at-bats.
News: 1B Chris Woodward, who left Sunday's game at Fort Lauderdale, Fla., with flu-like symptoms, wasn't feeling better Monday and was sent home. "It is best to get a guy out of camp so he doesn't spread it around," manager Willie Randolph said.
Analysis: Woodward will serve as the Mets' primary utility man once again in 2006 and be a backup to Jose Reyes at shortstop. Reyes seems to have put leg problems behind him, but Woodward is insurance there. Consider Woodward only in the deepest of NL leagues on Draft Day. He won't be mixed-league worthy even with everyday at-bats.
News: Reserve infielder Chris Woodward agreed to an $825,000, one-year contract with the New York Mets on Tuesday. He batted .283 with three homers and 18 RBI in 173 at-bats last season, when he earned $775,000.
Analysis: Woodward will serve as the Mets' primary utility man once again in 2006 and be a backup to Jose Reyes at shortstop. Reyes seems to have put leg problems behind him, but Woodward is insurance there. Consider Woodward only in the deepest of NL leagues on Draft Day. He won't be mixed-league worthy even with everyday at-bats.
News: Chris Woodward has at least one hit in 18 of his past 22 starts and is batting .329 over that span.
Analysis: Woodward has value as a reserve in deeper NL-only leagues because of his versatility. He has been getting starts at first base vs. left-handed pitchers, but that figures to end if the Mets make a trade for a slugger before the trade deadline.
News: Chris Woodward (knee) is back in the starting lineup for Tuesday's game at Washington.
Analysis: Woodward is playing first base and batting eighth in manager Willie Randolph's starting lineup.
News: Chris Woodward left Monday's game against the Nationals in the seventh inning due to a bruised right knee.
Analysis: Woodward started at first base. He is considered day to day. Brian Daubach might get a start on Tuesday if he cannot go.
News: Chris Woodward gave 1B Doug Mientkiewicz the night off but used Mientkiewicz's glove. "It's a chance to work my guys in, make sure everybody is fresh and everybody is involved," manager Willie Randolph said. Mientkiewicz is batting .192 on the homestand going 2-for-11.
Analysis: Woodward is adding first base to his versatility. He is a decent low-level utility reserve in deep NL-only leagues at this point. He stands to start if anything happens to Jose Reyes, David Wright or Mientkiewicz. Miguel Cairo is the primary backup for second baseman Kaz Matsui.
News: The Mets purchased Chris Woodward's contract from Triple-A Norfolk on Thursday.
Analysis: The utility infielder is not worth adding to a Fantasy roster.
News: Chris Woodward continued to impress Mets manager Willie Randolph in his bid for a utility infield spot, going 3-for-3 with a pair of triples. He also made two strong defensive plays. Randolph stopped short of saying Woodward had secured a roster spot, but did say he was close. "He's having a nice spring. I'm not going to say he's there yet," Randolph said. "He can play everywhere. He might play some first base, too. He's a good athlete."
Analysis: Woodward, a starter at shortstop last season in Toronto, will become a top-notch reserve infielder if he makes the club. The Mets also have Miguel Cairo and Joe McEwing, so Woodward could be competing against aging Andres Galarraga as a reserve first baseman, perhaps.
News: Chris Woodward went 2-for-4 with his first home run of the season, a grand slam, at Baltimore Friday.
Analysis: Woodward has done little this season in part-time play and this effort doesn't change the fact that he has little Fantasy value right now. If he can string together good efforts over a week, consider picking him up. He has only three multi-hit games over the past two months.
News: The Toronto Star reports that Woodward (ulcerative colitis) has asked to be traded by the Blue Jays.
Analysis: Woodward was replaced by Chris Gomez this season, one year after losing his job in spring training to Mike Bordick. He has little Fantasy value.
News: Chris Woodward (stomach) came on as a pinch runner in Tuesday's game against Cleveland and he finished as the designated hitter.
Analysis: Woodward is not worth activating in any Fantasy format.
News: Manager Carlos Tosca said Chris Woodward is being evaluated after experiencing stomach problems over the past few days.
Analysis: Woodward's status is uncertain. When healthy, he is not worth using in most Fantasy formats.
News: Chris Woodward is in a 2-for-28 slump going into the All-Star break. He has yet to connect for a home run this year and is batting just .161 (9-for-56) at home.
Analysis: Woodward is not worth starting in any Fantasy format at this time. He has value in AL-only leagues, but wait until he puts together a stretch of decent games before considering him.
News: Chris Woodward is batting a mere .214 (9-for-42) since returning from a hamstring injury on June 9. He was 17-for-36 (.472) in his nine games prior to going on the disabled list.
Analysis: Woodward is a risky pick at shortstop in Fantasy, but he has some value in AL-only formats.
News: Chris Woodward (hamstring) was activated from the 15-day disabled list on Tuesday.
Analysis: Woodward is starting at shortstop and batting seventh against Los Angeles on Tuesday. It appears safe to get him back into the active lineup in larger AL-only leagues.
News: The Toronto Star reports Chris Woodward (hamstring) is expected to return from the 15-day disabled list on Tuesday.
Analysis: When healthy, Woodward has only minimal Fantasy appeal.
News: Chris Woodward (hamstring) is currently on a rehabilitation assignment with Class A Dunedin. He's batting .500 (2-for-4) in his first two games for Dunedin.
Analysis: There remains no specific projected return date for Woodward, although he could be back within the week. Expect him to reclaim the starting shortstop duties once healthy.
News: Blue Jays manager Carlos Tosca doesn't expect Chris Woodward (strained right hamstring) to return this week. Woodward will go on a rehabilitation assignment.
Analysis: Chris Gomez should remain the Blue Jays' starting shortstop for at least another week.
News: Chris Woodward was placed on the 15-day disabled list on Wednesday due to a strained left hamstring.
Analysis: Chris Gomez will continue to start at shortstop in his absence.
News: Chris Woodward (hamstring) started at shortstop on Tuesday, but he was forced to leave the game in the fifth inning due to tightness in the fifth inning.
Analysis: Woodward is likely headed to the 15-day disabled list. It was his first action since May 1.
News: Chris Woodward (hamstring) missed his eighth consecutive game on Sunday.
Analysis: Woodward was expected to be back over the weekend, but he is still unable to go. Chris Gomez continues to start in his absence.
News: Chris Woodward (hamstring) was unable to play against the White Sox Friday.
Analysis: Woodward is an excellent source for batting-average help in all leagues as a middle infielder.
News: Chris Woodward (hamstring) was unable to play on Monday night.
Analysis: Manager Carlos Tosca said Woodward would likely miss two more games. He might return Friday after the team's day off on Thursday.
News: Chris Woodward left the second game of Saturday's doubleheader at the Chicago White Sox in the fifth inning with a tight hamstring.
Analysis: Woodward was replaced by Chris Gomez, who should continue to handle the shortstop duties until Woodward is ready to return.
News: Chris Woodward (migraines) was in the lineup for the second straight day and remains red-hot. He was 4-for-5 with a pair of doubles, a triple and two RBI on Sunday at Baltimore. He also scored four runs.
Analysis: Woodward has gone 7-for-10 with five extra-base hits and three RBI over his past two games after collecting only three extra-base hits and two RBI in his first 12 games.
News: Chris Woodward has been sidelined for the past two games due to migraines.
Analysis: Woodward is considered day to day. He has gotten off to a poor start. Chris Gomez has played in his absence.
News: Chris Woodward is in an offensive funk to start the season, batting .167 (5-for-30) in his first 11 games.
Analysis: Woodward is considered an average hitting shortstop, and he's prone to extended streaks at times. He needs to pick up his performance soon, as he might begin to lose starts to Chris Gomez if he doesn't improve.
News: According to the Toronto Sun, the grand plan is for Woodward to return to shortstop on a regular basis, but Mike Bordick has tossed a in monkey wrench. Bordick has hit safely in his past 18 games.
Analysis: Woodward has no Fantasy value in any format. Keep him in AL-only leagues, as he will see increased at-bats once Bordick slows down.
News: The Toronto Star notes that Woodward has replaced Mike Bordick in Toronto's starting lineup on Tuesday.
Analysis: Consider dropping Woodward in all leagues if you haven’t already. Bordick is a decent option for a middle-infielder spot in AL-only leagues.
News: Chris Woodward (bruised left thumb) returned to the lineup on Monday. He was 0-for-3.
Analysis: Woodward had missed the past two games due to the injury. He has minimal Fantasy appeal.
News: Chris Woodward (bruised left thumb) missed his second consecutive game on Sunday.
Analysis: Woodward is considered day to day. Mike Bordick will continue to start at shortstop in his absence.
News: Chris Woodward (shoulder) was back in the starting lineup on Wednesday. He was 0-for-2 with two walks and a run scored.
Analysis: Woodward has minimal Fantasy appeal in AL-only leagues.
News: Chris Woodward (shoulder) was not in the lineup on Tuesday. He has missed the past two games.
Analysis: Mike Bordick started in his absence. Neither Woodward or Bordick warrant any Fantasy attention.
News: The Toronto Sun reports that Chris Woodward missed Monday's game in Chicago due to soreness in his left shoulder. His status is day to day.
Analysis: Mike Bordick got the start in Woodward's absence, and will play there in any games the latter can't play. Neither player is a top Fantasy starter.
News: Chris Woodward (shoulder) missed Thursday's loss to the N.Y. Yankees. Manager Carlos Tosca told the Toronto Sun he hopes to have Woodward swing a bat Friday. If all goes well, Woodward will get back in the lineup against Boston.
Analysis: Mike Bordick will continue to play shortstop if Woodward remains sidelined.
News: Chris Woodward suffered a strained left shoulder earlier in the week, according to the Toronto Sun. Veteran Mike Bordick has now replaced Woodward the past two games.
Analysis: Manager Carlos Tosca wants to see Woodward swing a bat before getting him back in the starting lineup.
News: Chris Woodward (hamstring) made his spring debut Saturday. He was 1-for-2. He is not expected to play Sunday, but will be back in the lineup on Monday.
Analysis: Woodward is the starting shortstop for Toronto and is worth a roster spot in AL-only leagues as a middle infielder.
News: Manager Carlos Tosca said Chris Woodward (hamstring) is still at least a day or two away from appearing in a spring game. He will most likely return Friday.
Analysis: Woodward is the starting shortstop for Toronto. He is a bit injury-prone and is best used as a second shortstop or middle infielder in AL-only leagues.
News: Chris Woodward missed both weekend games due to a slightly strained hamstring. He is considered day to day and might return Monday.
Analysis: Woodward is worth a roster spot in AL-only leagues as a low bid or late round selection on Draft Day.
News: Toronto general manager J.P. Ricciardi said Woodward will be the team's starting shortstop next year. "It's his job to lose," Ricciardi said. He replaced Felipe Lopez as the starter July 18, when Lopez was optioned to the minors.
Analysis:
News: Woodward returned to the lineup Friday in Texas after missing two games with a bone bruise on his left forearm. He went 2-for-3, and you can feel free to get him back in your lineup in daily leagues.
Analysis:
News: The Blue Jays learned Tuesday that Woodward has only a bone bruise on his left forearm after being hit by a pitch a day earlier, according to The Toronto Star. "He's a big part of our ball club and he's only going to be out a few days, so that's great news," said manager Carlos Tosca. Dave Berg will continue playing shortstop for now in place of Woodward, who is out until at least Friday.
Analysis:
News: Woodward left Monday's game in Oakland with a contusion on his left wrist, a result of being hit by a pitch in the seventh inning. He is day to day, and was replaced at shortstop by Dave Berg.
Analysis:
News: Felipe Lopez's recent demotion to the minor leagues means that Woodward is Toronto's new starting shortstop. Woodward won't be spectacular, but will be effective as a middle infielder or a shortstop.
Analysis:
News: Woodward started at first base on Tuesday night, spelling Carlos Delgado who was limited to the designated hitter role. Delgado is suffering from tendinitis and Woodward might see increased playing time at first.
Analysis:
News: Woodward was placed on the 15-day disabled list on Sunday with a strained right hamstring and sore left groin. Felipe Lopez has started at shortstop in Woodward's place, and Dave Berg is the backup. If you have Woodward, consider Lopez as an alternative. Outfielder Pedro Swann was recalled from Triple-A Syracuse to take Woodward's roster spot.
Analysis:
News: Woodward missed his sixth consecutive game on Tuesday night. His return date is unclear. Felipe Lopez started at shortstop on Tuesday and was 2-for-5 with a home run and two RBI. Consider Lopez as a replacement if you have Woodward in a daily league.
Analysis:
News: Woodward missed his fifth consecutive game due to a sore left groin. It is unclear when he will be able to return to the lineup. Felipe Lopez and Dave Berg will start at shortstop in his absence. Keep Woodward reserved for the upcoming week.
Analysis:
News: Woodward missed his third straight game Friday with a sore left groin. Felipe Lopez made the start at shortstop and continues to struggle offensively. Lopez and Dave Berg will continue to fill in until Woodward is able to return. It is unclear when Woodward will be able to return to the lineup, but he might be able to pinch-hit Saturday or Sunday.
Analysis:
News: Woodward missed his second consecutive game Thursday due to a sore left groin. Felipe Lopez made the start at shortstop in his absence. Woodward might be able to return this weekend. Lopez and Dave Berg will start if he is unable to play.
Analysis:
News: Woodward did not play on Wednesday due to tightness in his left groin. He was 9-for-18 during the last five games and is starting to take playing time away from regular starter Felipe Lopez. It appears that manager Carlos Tosca is not thrilled with the idea of having Lopez as his shorstop. Dave Berg started Wednesday, but Woodward might continue to play more when he recovers. He is considered day to day and will be re-evaluated Thursday.
Analysis:
News: Woodward started at shortstop in place of Felipe Lopez Tuesday, but came out of the game in the second inning with tightness in his left groin. He was listed as day to day. Lopez will continue to start at short while Woodward is inactive.
Analysis:
News: Woodward was taken off the disabled list Thursday after recovering from a strained right groin. He was then sent to Triple-A Syracuse of the International League.
Analysis:
News: Woodward was placed on the 15-day disabled list following Saturday night's game with a sore right groin. After the game, the Blue Jays recalled infielder Luis Lopez and righthander Roy Halladay from Class AAA Syracuse of the International League to fill out the major league roster. Woodward, who is batting just .200 with two homers and five RBI, suffered the injury in the top of the fourth inning.
Analysis:
News: Woodward was optioned to Triple-A Syracuse by the Toronto Blue Jays on Thursday. The reserve infielder held no real value as a Fantasy player.
Analysis:
News: Woodard will start Tuesday night at Florida, but beyond that is up in the air and is dependent upon Woodard's performance. Manager Davey Lopes is growing tired of Woodard's results and, apparently, his poor attitude. Woodard has reportedly been upset about a lack of progress in contract talks as well as his earlier demotion to the bullpen.
Analysis:
News: Woodward was sent down to AAA Syracuse to make room for Clayton Andrews. With Batista and Gonzalez looking healthy, Woodward hadn¹t gotten a chance to play yet anyway, and the Blue Jays need all the help they can get with their pitching.
Analysis:
News: The Blue Jays recalled infielder Chris Woodward from Triple-A Syracuse when Craig Grebek was placed on the DL. He will be used as a utility infielder.
Analysis:
News: Chris Woodward was recalled from Triple-A Syracuse and will get the bulk of playing time at shortstop for the Blue Jays until Alex Gonzalez returns from his injury. Woodward has good statistics in limited playing time. He was hitting .322 and had an on-base percentage of .443. Don't expect much power or speed though, he is yet to hit a home run with a total of only seven extra base hits and has stolen one base.
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