Rent-a-Vet: Luis Castillo

We are in the second half and things start to get serious in fantasy leagues. People start to pay more attention as we get closer to the wire. Every point or stat you can get (depending on type of league you are in) is crucial. 2nd base has not been a deep position for a couple of years, so likely you need help. Well, here it is, Luis Castillo. He's older, he plays for a bad team, but he is putting up great numbers. In the last 2 weeks he has been hitting .459 with 12 runs, 6 RBIs, 5 walks, 1 SB, and only 1 strikeout. You want that line on your team. For the year he has been a great surprise, batting near .300. If the Mets weren't on the DL, they would have been a great opponent for the Phillies. So unless you have Pedroia, Utley, or a choice few others, seriously consider Castillo in all formats. -Scout Monkey

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Rent-a-Vet: Luis Castillo

Luis Castillo is one of the hottest hitting 2B in baseball right now. After losing more then 10 pounds over the off season, Luis has come to camp ready to play some serious ball. He is hitting .389 with 4 RBIs, 2 Doubles, and 5 runs scored. Often the angst of Mets' fans, he needed to do something to get them and the Mets back behind him. So far, mission accomplished. Give him a good long look if you have a need at 2B (which many of you do). He is owned in about 5% of fantasy leagues. - Scout Monkey (scout_monkey@gmx.com)