J.D. Drew
Contract: Signed through 2011
- Height: 6-1
- Weight: 200 lbs
- Born: Nov 20, 1975
- Debut: September 8, 1998
SEASON
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Newsbreakers
November 22, 2009
The Boston Herald is reporting that J.D. Drew's shoulder surgery will have no impact on his contract over the next two years. The Red Sox hold a clause in his contract that allows the team to opt out of his deal if he spends 35 days on the DL or if he ends the 2010 season on the DL and ca't play the outfield in 2011.
Our View:
The surgery was minor and on the other shoulder, so it will not impact the opt-out clause in the contract. Either way, Red Sox' GM Theo Epstein said that he had no plans to exercise the option anyway, as the team likes what Drew brings to the table.
November 22, 2009
The Boston Globe reports that Red Sox outfielder underwent successful surgery on his troublesome left shoulder that limited him after the All Star break last season.
Our View:
Drew dealt with constant inflammation in the shoulder last season, but should be 100 percent when spring training roles around. Last year represented his most potent season in the power department since 2004, so it will be interesting to see what he does when fully healthy. If J.D. Drew can ever be considered fully healthy.
October 2, 2009
It has been disclosed that J.D. Drew received a cortisone shot in his ailing left shoulder two days ago, according to Amy K. Nelson's (ESPN) twitter page.
Our View:
The oft-injured outfielder is resting, but expects to play in at least one game this weekend.
October 1, 2009
ESPN's Amy K. Nelson is reporting on Twitter that Red Sox's outfielder J.D. Drew is out of the lineup with a shoulder injury. Drew is expected to miss a couple of days with the injury.
Our View:
It looked like Drew might actually be completely healthy heading into the postseason, but that was too much to ask. This injury isn't serious, but he isn't likely to play until the weekend at the earliest.
September 29, 2009
J.D. Drew was productive in tonight's 8-7 loss to the Jays at Fenway Park, as he went 3-fo-4 with three RBI. He hit two singles and a three-run homer off Shawn Camp.
Our View:
Drew hit his 22nd homer, which is his highest total since 2004, when he launched a career-high 31 with Atlanta.
September 24, 2009
J.D. Drew was on the bench Thursday with a scheduled day off. Drew was replaced in the outfield by Josh Reddick.
Our View:
Any time Drew sits, you have to be worried about injury, but he is healthy and just getting the night off. Drew should be fine for the postseason, but he is always one move away from finding himself back on the trainer's table.
September 19, 2009
J.D. Drew remembered how to hit on Saturday. After plodding along in September he went 3-for-5 with a homer and four RBI in the Red Sox 11-5 win over the Orioles.
Our View:
Drew has 22 homers on the season to go along with 63 RBI and a .269 average. Just think what he could accomplish if he kept his head in the game and stayed healthy.
August 27, 2009
J.D. Drew went 2-for-3 with a pair of solo homers in tonight's 9-5 loss to Chicago at Fenway Park. His first home run came off starter John Danks, and the second came off closer Bobby Jenks.
Our View:
Drew is enjoying his best month in the power department, as he launched six homers in August. He swatted two homers in a game for the second time this month as well.
August 20, 2009
J.D. Drew enjoyed a strong outing in tonight's 8-1 win at Toronto, as he went 4-for-4 with three RBI. He hit two singles and two homers, both off Brett Cecil.
Our View:
Drew has three homers over his last four games, and 15 for 2009. He is apparently feeling better following his bout with a strained groin.
August 18, 2009
J.D. Drew is in tonight's lineup at Toronto, according to Amalie Benjamin's twitter page. He has been dealing with a strained groin.
Our View:
Drew is productive when healthy, and should be fine to employ into fantasy lineups. Hopefully he will remain intact down the stretch for fantasy owners.
August 15, 2009
J.D. Drew is expected to miss a few games while dealing with a strained groin, according to the Providence Journal.
Our View:
Drew will not return this weekend, and will likely miss three games. He is productive when healthy, but is a frustrating fantasy outfielder due to a poor track record with durability.
August 4, 2009
J.D. Drew is back in Boston's lineup for tonight's game at Tampa Bay, according to the Boston Globe. He has been nursing a strained right groin.
Our View:
Drew will roam right field and bat sixth in the order. He should be fine to consider for fantasy lineups.
August 2, 2009
J.D. Drew, who had missed Boston's previous two games with a strained groin, started against Baltimore on Sunday and hit a three-run double in the first inning before leaving the game due to groin tightness, according to the Boston Globe.
Our View:
The game pretty much defined Drew as well as any, as he was coming off an injury, flexed his fine hitting prowess in one at-bat, then re-injured himself and had to leave. Take it as a sign that he could be of use if healthy, though you just never know when that will be. Rocco Baldelli came in to replace him, and there's no word yet on when Drew will be back in Boston's lineup.
August 2, 2009
J.D. Drew will start in right field for Boston today after missing the past two games with a strained groin, according to the Providence Journal.
Our View:
You have to expect Drew will be better going forward that he has been so far in 2009, as he's simply too good of a hitter not to put up at least somewhat better numbers. Injuries will always be a concern, but he should still be owned in AL-only and deeper mixed leagues.
August 1, 2009
J.D. Drew is progressing in his recovery from a strained groin, and is hopeful of returning to the Sox on Sunday, according to the Providence Journal.
Our View:
This is encouraging, but the Sox may keep Drew out until Tuesday, to take advantage of being off on Monday. We will keep you posted on his status.
August 1, 2009
J.D. Drew is expected to miss a second straight game on Saturday due to a strained right groin, MLB.com reports.
Our View:
Rocco Baldelli will likely start in right field. As has been the case since 1999, Drew is day-to-day.
July 31, 2009
It has been determined that J.D. Drew is dealing with a strained groin, according to the Boston Globe.
Our View:
He is out of the lineup for tonight's game at Baltimore, but the ailment is said to be minor. Drew is only expected to miss two games after suffering the injury Thursday.
July 30, 2009
The Providence Journal is reporting that Red Sox' outfielder J.D. Drew will miss Friday's game after suffering an unspecified leg injury on Thursday. Drew was removed in the eighth inning of today's game after sustaining the injury.
Our View:
The injury doesn't seem to be too serious, but Drew will be unavailable for Friday's game. Check back on his status for the rest of the weekend, but he could return as early as Saturday.
July 20, 2009
Confirming previous suspicions, manager Terry Francona has stripped J.D. Drew of his leadoff role in Boston's lineup. Drew will hit sixth against Texas tonight, according to the Boston Globe.
Our View:
Jacoby Ellsbury will bat No. 1, and the move made sense given that Drew has hit just .190 with a .299 OBP in 14 games at the top spot, not to mention that he lacks typical leadoff speed.
July 20, 2009
According to MLB.com, Red Sox' manager Terry Francona is considering removing J.D. Drew as the team's lead-off hitter. Drew is hitting just .190 in 14 games since being moved to the top spot in the order.
Our View:
Drew isn't your prototypical lead-off guy, and he has not been good since being moved to the spot. His .299 OBP isn't nearly good enough, and the Sox seem to have much better options in their lineup. If he does get moved back in the order, fantasy owners should expect a slight increase in his numbers, specifically in the power categories.
July 3, 2009
J.D. Drew went 2-for-6 with a home run in the Red Sox 7-6 extra-inning loss to the Mariners on Friday.
Our View:
Drew homered just three times in June, so it's a good bet he'll pass that number this month. He also now has three consecutive multi-hit games.
June 30, 2009
The Boston Globe is reporting that Red Sox' outfielder J.D. Drew is not in the lineup for Tuesday night's game against the Orioles. He will be replaced by Rocco Baldelli in right field.
Our View:
Drew is just getting a night off with the lefty Rich Hill on the mound. He is hitting .262 on the year with 10 homers and 35 RBI, so he is serviceable in some mixed leagues and all AL-only leagues.
June 29, 2009
J.D. Drew led the Sox in tonight's 4-0 win at Baltimore, as he went 3-for-5 with two RBI and two runs scored. He hit a single, triple and a two-run homer off Jason Berken.
Our View:
Drew was in need of a solid outing as he was hitless over his previous two games (eight at-bats). He ended a 12-game drought without a homer as well.
June 25, 2009
J.D. Drew went 2-for-4 with a run scored in tonight's 11-3 loss at Washington. Both of his knocks were singles.
Our View:
Drew has a hit in four of his last five games, and scored three runs over the span. He should remain a productive fantasy outfielder as long as he can stay healthy.
June 17, 2009
J.D. Drew is not in the starting lineup on Wednesday against the Marlins left-handed starter, Andrew Miller, according to the Providence Journal. He will be available to pinch-hit.
Our View:
Despite just a .263 average, Drew carries an impressive .392 OBP. He was red hot around this point last season, and we like to think he has another hot streak in him this season. Boston will see four right-handers in their next four games, so expect Drew to get plenty of at bats the rest of this week.
June 9, 2009
J.D. Drew is back in the Red Sox lineup Tuesday after missing two games with a sore shoulder according to the Providence Journal.
Our View:
Drew is batting .261 with eight home runs and 27 RBIs in 2009. He is worth a look in deeper mixed leagues.
June 7, 2009
J.D. Drew missed Sunday's game while nursing his sore shoulder, but he expects to return to the diamond Tuesday, according to MLB.com.
Our View:
He received a cortisone shot after Friday's game, and skipper Terry Francona noted that Drew is doing OK. The Sox will battle the rival Yankees on Tuesday.
June 6, 2009
The Providence Journal is reporting that Red Sox' outfielder J.D. Drew is not in the team's lineup for their Saturday evening game against Texas due to a sore shoulder. Rocco Baldelli is playing right field in place of Drew tonight.
Our View:
This injury doesn't appear to be serious, but manager Terry Francona hinted that Drew may be out again tomorrow. Expect him to be fine early next week, but you may want to find another option for the rest of the weekend. We will keep you updated on his condition.
June 3, 2009
J.D. Drew was 1-for-3 with a home run, a walk, two RBI, and two runs scored as the Red Sox defeated the Tigers 10-5 on Wednesday.
Our View:
Drew has a solid .848 OPS despite a .255 batting average. He should continue to start every day as Rocco Baldelli deals with his most recent injury.
May 24, 2009
J.D. Drew was on his game Sunday. He banged out four hits in five at-bats, scored two runs and drove in one in Boston's 12-5 blowout win over the Mets.
Our View:
Drew is having a sub-par season, and once again is not playing to his full potential. He's been better in May, hitting .304, but nagging injuries and lack of intensity continue to hurt J.D.'s value.
May 17, 2009
J.D. Drew went 2-for-3 with a home run, a walk, two runs scored, and an RBI as the Red Sox fell to the Mariners 3-2 on Sunday.
Our View:
Drew has yet to get hot this season, but he has been relatively healthy. A red hot tear is expected at some point, and his production in the meantime should be enough to keep him in fantasy lineups.
May 13, 2009
J.D. Drew was 2-for-4 with a home run and two runs scored in Tuesday's 4-3 win over the Angels.
Our View:
Drew is hitting just .253 on the season and has just five homers. If there was a fantasy category for potential, Drew would be immensely valuable. Unfortunately there isn't and owners have to be tired of checking their team every 20 minutes to see why Drew isn't in the lineup. This year he doesn't even have the stats on the days he plays to make him a tough choice.
May 9, 2009
According to MLB.com, J.D. Drew will play in Sunday's game against the Rays after sitting out Saturday's contest with tightness in quad.
Our View:
Minor aches and pains and sitting out games are nothing new for J.D. Drew. It's good that he's returning to the lineup Sunday, but he'll be going up against Matt Garza, who has been filthy lately. Drew may be better served on your bench tomorrow. It's where he feels most at home anyway.
May 9, 2009
J.D. Drew is out of today's lineup against the Rays, according to the Boston Globe.
Our View:
Drew has sore legs and his quadriceps ailment has been bothering him as well. Rocco Baldelli will replace him in right field.
May 6, 2009
With Jacoby Ellsbury out of the lineup on Wednesday because of a tight hamstring (he is day-to-day), J.D. Drew will serve as the Red Sox leadoff hitter, according to the Red Sox Official Website.
Our View:
Drew has hit .243 with a .350 OBP in 230 at-bats from the leadoff spot in his career, though his time in that role could be limited to just tonight as the team expects Ellsbury to return to the lineup on Thursday.
April 30, 2009
The Boston Globe reports that J.D. Drew is back in the lineup on Thursday after missing two of the last three games with a sore quad. He sprinted today and reported feeling better than expected.
Our View:
Looks like John Van Every won't get the start after hitting the game-winner last night. Drew is a strong play when he is healthy, but as we know, that is rarely the case.
April 29, 2009
Outfielder J.D. Drew (quad) is out of the lineup on Wednesday, the Boston Globe reports. Jonathan Van Every will start in his place.
Our View:
Drew has been dealing with left quad tightness, and we know that everyone was shocked to hear that he tweaked the quad a bit on Tuesday. He remains day-to-day.
April 29, 2009
Outfielder J.D. Drew is questionable for Wednesday night due to more tightness in his left quad, the Boston Globe reports.
Our View:
When isn't Drew questionable? Jonathan Van Every or Jeff Bailey would start in right field if Drew sits tonight. We should know the lineup sometime in the early evening.
April 28, 2009
J.D. Drew is penciled into tonight's lineup at Cleveland, according to the Boston Globe. He was out of Monday's lineup due to tightness in his left quad.
Our View:
Drew should be fine to consider for fantasy lineups, but he is a .133 hitter over 45 career at-bats against the Indians.
April 27, 2009
Updating an earlier report, J.D. Drew is not in Monday's lineup at Cleveland after leaving Sunday's game with tightness in his left quad, according to the Boston Globe.
Our View:
Jeff Bailey will replace him in right field, as was expected. It is uncertain when Drew will return to the lineup.
April 27, 2009
J.D. Drew exited Sunday's game against the Yankees in the eighth inning due to tightness in his left quad, according to the Boston Globe.
Our View:
Skipper Terry Francona noted that Drew will likely sit out tonight's game at Cleveland as a precaution. Jeff Bailey is expected to replace Drew in right field.
April 20, 2009
The Boston Herald is reporting that J.D. Drew is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Orioles. He is being replaced by Rocco Baldelli.
Our View:
Drew gets a day off with a lefty on the hill, but he has had a nice start to the season and is a good fantasy option in the outfield. He has three home runs and seven RBI in his ten games played so far in 2009.
April 17, 2009
Outfielder J.D. Drew went 2-for-2 with a homer, triple, two walks, three runs, and one RBI in Friday's win over the Orioles. He was also caught stealing.
Our View:
Start him while he's hot and healthy, folks. You know it isn't going to last forever.
April 15, 2009
J.D. Drew hit his second home run of the year on Wednesday in Boston's 8-2 win over the A's. His homer was a three-run job off of Jerry Blevins in the eighth inning.
Our View:
Drew is only hitting .233 to start the year, but he has already belted two home runs and has six RBI. The power and RBI capabilities are still there, and they make Drew a decent outfield option in mixed leagues.
March 25, 2009
As expected, J.D. Drew is set to return to the lineup today against the Reds, according to the Boston Globe. He is recovering from a bruised right hand and said, "It is all headed in the right direction. I am just trying to get out there and get at-bats. It should not be a problem. I think now, more than anything, you are just trying to get your legs underneath you, get your body ready to go. It is a long year. You get more at-bats the first week of the season than you get all spring training."
Our View:
Drew has missed some time, but feels he will get enough work to be ready for opening day. Drew is a solid hitter, but remains a risky fantasy option due to his poor track record with durability.
March 24, 2009
The Providence Journal indicates that J.D. Drew should be able to play against the Reds on Wednesday. He is recovering from a bruised right hand. He said, "It is sore, and that is to be expected. I think now, it is just trying to get your legs under you."
Our View:
His hand shouldn't be an issue, but there remains concern that his back ailment could return at some point during the season, making him a risky fantasy prospect.
March 23, 2009
J.D. Drew received treatment on his left hand contusion, which caused the swelling to go down, according to the Boston Globe.
Our View:
The club is optimistic that he will be ready to return to the lineup Wednesday.
March 21, 2009
J.D. Drew's X-ray on his right hand came back negative and he only sustained a contusion when struck by a pitch Friday, according to the Boston Globe.
Our View:
With no bones broken, Drew is not expected to miss significant time. He is listed as day-to-day.
March 20, 2009
J.D. Drew has been taken for X-rays after being struck by a pitch on his hand, according to the Boston Globe. It was not disclosed which hand was injured.
Our View:
Drew has already been hindered by his back ailment. We will keep you posted on his latest injury.
March 15, 2009
J.D. Drew was 0-for-3 with two strikeouts in Boston's 6-2 loss to Baltimore on Sunday.
Our View:
Drew is 4-for-17 (.235) this spring, and he has been day-to-day due to a sore back. He will likely find himself, as usual, sitting out a good chunk of games this season as the Red Sox try to find playing time for Rocco Baldelli. Drew usually provides good production when in the lineup, but you should be happy with 400 at-bats from the lefty.
March 8, 2009
J.D. Drew is set to return to the outfield today against the Rays, according to the Boston Globe. He has been nursing a back ailment.
Our View:
Drew is a strong hitter, but remains a risky fantasy prospect due to his track record with durability.
March 6, 2009
J.D. Drew, who is recovering from a back ailment, is expected to see around three at-bats in today's game with Florida, according to the Boston Globe.
Our View:
Drew is a strong hitter, but remains a risky fantasy prospect due to his track record with durability.
March 3, 2009
J.D. Drew received an injection for his ailing back, according to the Providence Journal. A herniated disk is still bothering him.
Our View:
He is expected to take batting practice Thursday and play on Friday, barring a setback. Drew is a strong hitter, but remains a risky fantasy prospect due to his track record with durability.
February 24, 2009
Rob Bradford, of WEEI Radio in Boston, reports that Red Sox outfielder J.D. Drew has a stipulation in his contract that would allow the team to void the final two years of the five-year deal should Drew either 1) spend 35 days on the DL during this season or 2010 due to an injury related to his shoulder condition he developed while with the Dodgers, or 2) he finishes this season or 2010 on the DL and can't play the outfield the following season.
Our View:
Though he has experienced his share of injuries while in Boston, not one has had to do with his shoulder. It does appear, however, that Drew has arrived at spring training reporting pain still resides in his back.
February 22, 2009
J.D. Drew was back taking batting practice on Sunday after not participating in drills on Saturday due to an injury to his glove hand, according to the Providence Journal.
Our View:
The injury was not specified. It's obviously not a surprise Drew was hurt in the initial days of spring training. It's not possible for him to make it through a full season without an injury.
February 15, 2009
The Providence Journal reports that J.D. Drew is already dealing with back issues. "It's not bad," he said. "It's still pretty stiff. I've fought it all offseason. It's been one of them injuries that has kind of lingered. I've been able to hit, run and all that stuff, but some days I wake up stiff and some days it doesn't seem to be too bad. I'm in the maintenance stages and worked during the offseason to keep it strong. Everything is well enough to play. I just need to isolate it and try to keep it from flaring up too bad." He also pointed out that it's a herniated disk that is causing the discomfort.
Our View:
Drew will be the highest paid member of the Red Sox this season, but there are probably a dozen or so more players on their roster that are more valuable than he is. He has dealt with injury issues throughout his career and has a reputation for being soft. He can certainly produce when healthy, but given his injury issues, he's probably no better than a fourth outfielder. It's unlikely he will drop that far. Let him be another owner's headache.
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