What The Heck Is Wrong With Palmeiro?
Two weeks ago, I claimed that RAFAEL PALMEIRO “[was] in decline but should provide ample production this year.” Palmeiro is making my position increasingly tenuous by declining further from his already weaker performance. On May 27, Palmeiro had a .970 OPS. Since then, it’s .692, about what you’d expect from Deivi Cruz. In his last 17 games, it’s .436. Palmeiro turns 39 in two months. While it’s hard to believe that he’s lost his ability to hit so suddenly, it’s not impossible. His owners shouldn’t panic, but they should keep a close eye on him. If his deterioration persists, owners in smaller mixed leagues could find a better 1B in their free agent pools. By mid-August or so, any Palmeiro owner with a shot at winning might have to make a drastic move. For now, hold and hope. Beyond Saving No, really, FRANCISCO CORDERO is the team’s closer. He just hasn’t had anything to close. The Rangers are 3-7 since Urbina’s departure, and the margin in every win has exceeded three runs. Yes, the R
