"Right now, most sports fans are devoting the majority of their attention to the NFL, NBA and NHL, where the games (both real and fantasy) take center stage -- and understandably so. Perhaps you're hearing about the latest baseball buzz only in passing, if at all. That's perfectly fine. We're paying attention to what's going on and are here to let you know about the top stories that might have gone under your radar."
"Arizona's acquisition of future Hall of Fame 3B Nolan Arenado might seem to bury longtime infield prospect Lawlar, but fantasy managers should not run away. It might feel like a year ago, when the Diamondbacks signed SS Geraldo Perdomo to a long-term contract, despite Perdomo's middling production, pushing Lawlar off shortstop. Then Perdomo delivered a monster season, and he was arguably a fantasy MVP, considering draft-day investment. Perhaps Arenado bounces back, too."
"The Diamondbacks intend to use Lawlar, 23, in the outfield, where there is opportunity alongside star Corbin Carroll. Lourdes Gurriel Jr. underachieved in his 546 plate appearances as the regular left fielder. He might miss at least the first half of the season recovering from an ACL tear in his knee. Jake McCarthy was traded to the Colorado Rockies. Alek Thomas produced a .659 OPS. Lawlar hit .313/.403/.564 at Triple-A Reno. Ignore his big-league numbers in brief playing tim"
It's January and fantasy baseball offseason activity is ongoing while most fans focus on other sports. The Diamondbacks acquired Nolan Arenado but still plan to move 23-year-old Jordan Lawlar to the outfield, keeping him in a significant role next to Corbin Carroll. Opportunity increases because Lourdes Gurriel Jr. underperformed and faces an ACL recovery that could sideline him for at least half the season; Jake McCarthy was traded and Alek Thomas struggled with a .659 OPS. Lawlar posted .313/.403/.564 at Triple-A Reno, and brief big-league samples should be ignored. Historical precedent shows roster moves can produce unexpected fantasy breakouts.
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