Anthony Gose (OF, DET) - Waiver Wire Pickups

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ANALYSIS: The Detroit Tigers wanted to add a contact hitter with speed as a weapon of choice. They got it in the form of Anthony Gose from the Toronto Blue Jays and he has not disappointed thus far. Giving up highly touted prospect Devon Travis seemed to some as a steep cost for a player who had not accumulated more than 274 PA in one season. But Gose and the Tigers have made that transaction a beneficial one.

Gose has become the catalyst for the Tigers offense in the early going showing that he is more than just another wheel in the machine. His .450 BA along with his 5 RBI and 6 runs scored have had an immediate impact. This could translate towards a high-scoring season in the Motor City. Being placed in the leadoff spot often does not produce RBI opportunities. However in Gose's case, 12 of his 20 AB have come with RISP which is an astonishing percentage for the position that he hits from.

Hitting in front of the likes of Ian Kinsler, Miguel Cabrera, and Victor Martinez provide ample fantasy stats in several categories such as runs, steals and a high BA to boot. The 7:0 K/BB ratio is a little worrisome for Gose in the early going. But that seems to be the only flaw in his game so don't be too alarmed yet. He has only attempted 2 steals in the first few games but that pace should quicken should the occasion call for it. The Tigers have scored 39 runs in 5 games and although this pace seems unlikely to continue, Gose being atop the Detroit lineup on most days should provide ample appeal to those looking for that early edge.