Luis Gonzalez

[Town Drunk]

This is more of a fantasy baseball based question, but I was wondering if some of you guys can give me the lowdown on him.

Is he healthy? Should I be worried about his past injuries? Where will he be batting in the lineup? And finally, what numbers do you project for him?

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks

 

[AZZenny]

Reading between the lines:

Apparently not quite yet; with position players once the arm strength is back, they don't typically reinjure the elbow - but it may be another few months before he's 100%; 3rd or 4th once he starts hitting decently; and - who knows? - but he should have a decent OBP.

 

[coyoteshockeyfan]

Melvin has said that for now the batting order will be:
Gonzo - 3rd
Glaus - 4th
Green - 5th

Gonzalez is supposed to get more time in the field sometime soon, and has said he should be fully ready by Opening Day. I dont know what kind of numbers to expect for him this year, but he should have a solid year at the plate considering the protection in the lineup behind him.

 

[az240zz]

If it was me I would be cautious about Gonzo. Since his carreeer year in 2001 his production has dwindled a little each year. My projection is that he will hit around .275 with 80 to 90 RBI's and 25 to 30 homers.

I think that his age and the injury will slow him down.

az240z

 

[BC867]

Melvin has said that for now the batting order will be:
Gonzo - 3rd
Glaus - 4th
Green - 5th

Ah, the "G" Force . . . surrounded by alot of C's -- Counsell and Clayton, then Cruz, Chad, and Chris (but it will probably be Koyie).