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David Sabino
March 27, 2006
YOU CAN'T teach speed, and in fantasy leagues you can't easily acquire it either. Here are a few stolen base threats who might be available at your draft.
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March 27, 2006

Fantasy Watch

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YOU CAN'T teach speed, and in fantasy leagues you can't easily acquire it either. Here are a few stolen base threats who might be available at your draft.

Curtis Granderson

CF, Tigers
After notching 23 home runs and 23 stolen bases between the Tigers and Triple A Toledo in 2005, Granderson entered spring training deadlocked with the incumbent Nook Logan for Detroit's starting centerfield and leadoff jobs. With his power, speed and defense during the spring, the 25-year-old Granderson (above) won out. He is a 20-homer, 20-steal threat.

Tony Womack

2B, Reds
Despite playing a limited role for the Yankees, Womack (right) tied for seventh in the AL in steals last season, with 27. He'll play every day in Cincinnati, giving him a great chance to resurrect his career--and fantasy value. Look for at least 30 more swipes.

Others to Watch

It looks as if Tampa Bay will move Aubrey Huff back to third base, which will open up an outfield spot for speedster Joey Gathright, who has 26 steals in 95 major league games.... Although outfielder Chris Duffy stole just two bases in his 39-game stint with the Pirates in '05, he swiped 30 or more in three of his four full minor league seasons--and should see more at bats in the bigs this year.

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