Craig Counsell
Contract: Signed through 2009
- Height: 6-0
- Weight: 184 lbs
- Born: Aug 21, 1970
- Debut: September 17, 1995
SEASON
| AVG | HR | RBI | Runs | SB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| .285 | 4 | 39 | 61 | 3 |
Newsbreakers
November 16, 2009
ESPN's Buster Olney reports that the Yankees and Red Sox are among the 12 teams that have shown interest in Brewers utilityman Craig Counsell.
Our View:
That's a heavy amount of interest in one very light bat. The 39-year-old Counsell did manage to get on base at a clip of .357 in 130 games in 2009, but it's hard to see him repeating that feat in 2010.
October 13, 2009
Craig Counsell underwent surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his right knee Tuesday, according to beat writer Adam McCalvy's twitter page.
Our View:
The club considered the procedure routine. The 39-year-old vet performed well with Milwaukee in 2009, as he held a .285 average over 404 at-bats. He will become a free agent in the offseason.
October 5, 2009
Craig Counsell will undergo a minor arthroscopic operation to clean out torn meniscus in his right knee, according to the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel.
Our View:
Counsell experienced a problem with his knee in spring training, but decided to play through it. He is slated to become a free agent after the season.
July 30, 2009
Craig Counsell's fourth home run of the season helped the Brewers beat the Nationals 7-3 on Thursday, and win back-to-back games for the first time since June 29-30.
Our View:
Counsell obviously lacks power, but his .299 average makes him an acceptable option in NL-only leagues.
July 27, 2009
Craig Counsell is slated to start at third base for tonight's home game against Washington, according to the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel.
Our View:
Casey McGehee will ride the pine against opposing hurler Craig Stammen. Adjust your lineups accordingly.
July 25, 2009
Craig Counsell went 2-for-4 with an RBI in the Brewers' 4-0 win over the Braves on Saturday.
Our View:
Counsell won't wow anyone with his fantasy contributions, but he's been a solid role player for the Brewers. After Saturday's performance he has his average up to .299 this season.
June 28, 2009
According to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Craig Counsell is not in the starting lineup on Sunday.
Our View:
Counsell usually leads off against righties, so it is a legitimate concern that his troublesome knee is acting up. He was removed for a pinch runner in the ninth inning of Saturday's game. Mat Gamel will replace him in the lineup.
May 23, 2009
Craig Counsell will start tonight's game against Minnesota at shortstop in place of the ailing J.J. Hardy (back spasms), according to the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel.
Our View:
Counsell will bat leadoff as well. He is hot as he is batting 7-for-18 (.388) over his last four games. Opposing pitcher Anthony Swarzak will be making his first career start, and Counsell is worth employing in fantasy lineups if you have him on your roster.
May 17, 2009
Craig Counsell went 2-for-3 with two walks, a double, two runs scored, and an RBI as the Brewers defeated the Cardinals 8-2 on Sunday.
Our View:
Rickie Weeks could be headed to the DL and if he does, Counsell figures to see a lot more time at second base. He has simplified his swing this season, and could be a decent option with multi-position eligibility in deeper leagues.
April 1, 2009
According to MLB.com, Craig Counsell will not have surgery on his ailing knee. He has a tear in the cartilage, but has opted to play through the pain.
Our View:
Apparently the injury hasn't limited Counsell's ability in the field. That's good because no one is worried about his ability at the plate. The man with the stupidest batting stance in history only hit .226 last year.
March 31, 2009
Craig Counsell is dealing with a knee injury that may require surgery and force him to start the season on the DL, according to the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel.
Our View:
Counsell has a cartilage tear, but can play through the pain. He would miss 2-3 weeks if he opts for arthroscopic surgery.
February 25, 2009
Craig Counsell came off the bench to spell Rickie Weeks in Milwaukee's 3-3 tie with Oakland on Wednesday. He ended going 3-for-3 with a run scored.
Our View:
Weeks was 0-for-2 in the game. Barring injury, Counsell will struggle to get 300 at-bats this season. While a fine clubhouse guy, he holds no fantasy value.
January 26, 2009
Craig Counsell's one-year, $1 million deal with the Brewers is official after he passed his physical exam, according to the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel.
Our View:
Counsell wasn't real productive with Milwaukee last season, only batting .226 with one home run and 14 RBI. The Brewers brought him back as a bench player when they learned that the Cardinals might be interested in his services as a short-term replacement for Troy Glaus, who recently had shoulder surgery.
January 23, 2009
Craig Counsell has agreed to a one-year deal worth $1 million to remain with the Brewers, according to Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports.
Our View:
The Brewers locked him up before the Cardinals or Mariners could make him an offer. The Cardinals became interested after Troy Glaus underwent arthroscopic shoulder surgery.
January 23, 2009
The Mariners are among three MLB clubs interested in Craig Counsell, according to Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports.
Our View:
The Brewers would like to retain him, and the Cardinals were added to the list after Troy Glaus underwent arthroscopic shoulder surgery. Counsell does not look to hold much fantasy value with any of the three clubs though, as he only hit one homer over 248 at-bats last season, with a poor .226 batting average.
January 22, 2009
The Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel reports that talks are progressing between the Brewers and infielder Craig Counsell.
Our View:
Counsell does not figure to have any fantasy value, although he is a stand-up presence in the clubhouse. He hit just .226 in 248 at-bats last season.
January 7, 2009
The Mets covet a capable backup infielder, according to Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports.
Our View:
Rosenthal mentioned Craig Counsell, David Eckstein and Alex Cora as options. The Mets still want to unload Luis Castillo, but it is not an easy task.
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