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Ian Desmond Starts Swinging Bat
4/20:Rockies first baseman Ian Desmond (wrist) has yet to step on the field and deliver on his big offseason payday, but the versatile slugger has taken a sizable step in getting to that mark. Desmond has reportedly started taking swings on top of doing full field work and is expected to progress to hitting off of a tee soon, according to manager Bud Black. The biggest question might be where he ends up playing if Mark Reynolds continues to swing a hot bat, but Black also said, "He's going to play a lot of first base" but also noted his versatility. Fantasy owners should monitor Desmond's progress closely, but the payoff of stashing him is approaching.
Source: Steve Dilbeck
Source: Steve Dilbeck
