BATTERS: Week one observations 2016

As we did in this week's Starting Pitchers Buyers Guide, let's take a very early look at some notable performances in week one among batters by putting them into a bigger context. The goal here will be to help you identify which extreme performances are worth buying into, as well as which you should view with a skeptical eye.

Keep in mind that one-week data samples are tiny, so our focus very early in the season will be to discuss only extreme performances in this space, with a focus on guys whose stocks are legitimately on the rise.

AMERICAN LEAGUE

Starlin Castro (2B/SS, NYY) carries dual 2B/SS eligibility in most leagues, is in his age-26 season, was a former top prospect, and will get to hit in HR-friendly Yankee Stadium this year....

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