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Jonathan Aranda is a fantasy baseball 2B/3B prospect sleeper and minor leaguer to know. Read our MLB prospects outlooks for fantasy baseball rookies and call-ups.
PROSPECT: Jonathan Aranda, 2B/3B, Tampa Bay Rays
ANALYSIS: Originally signed by the Rays in 2015 out of Mexico, Aranda made his major league debut last season and many expected him to compete for a roster spot out of spring training, but impressive performances and surprising health from competitors for the infield positions that Aranda plays best led to him heading back down to Triple-A.
Long known as an impressive contact hitter, Aranda has a career minor league batting average over .300 in nearly 1,700 at bats. That didn't show up well to open the season, as Aranda was slashing .266/.405/.455 through the end of May. He's gone on an absolute tear in June, however, slashing .517/.800/1.386 with eight doubles and three home runs over 15 games.
Aranda is in the frequently-seen Rays mode of a player that can handle multiple positions but is not exactly exceptional at any of them. Through his strong run in June, however, he's been primarily playing second base.
VERDICT: Aranda is on the doorstep of the majors right now, really simply waiting for an opportunity. He's not likely going to provide a lot of power stats, but he could be a safe average bet once he's called up. He should be rostered in all dynasties as the call-up is pending.
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