Julio Lugo
Contract: Signed through 2010
- Height: 6-1
- Weight: 170 lbs
- Born: Nov 16, 1975
- Debut: April 15, 2000
SEASON
| AVG | HR | RBI | Runs | SB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| .280 | 3 | 21 | 40 | 9 |
Newsbreakers
October 8, 2009
Julio Lugo will play second base and hit leadoff for the Cardinals in their Game 2 match-up against Clayton Kershaw and the Dodgers in LA.
Our View:
Lugo will play in place of Skip Schumaker, who normally sits against lefties. Lugo isn't the prototypical leadoff hitter, so it will be interesting to see how he handles the duty today.
October 8, 2009
The St. Louis Post-Dispatch is reporting that Julio Lugo will likely get the start for the Cardinals in Thursday's Game 2 against the Dodgers. Lugo will likely play second base if he is in the lineup.
Our View:
Tony La Russa decided to go with Skip Schumaker last night against the lefty Randy Wolf, but Lugo has been playing in most games in which the Birds are facing a southpaw. If Lugo is in the lineup tonight, don't be shocked to see Schumaker return to center field, taking the place of rookie Colby Rasmus.
September 3, 2009
Julio Lugo went 3-for-4 with a home run, a double, a run scored, and an RBI in the Cardinals' 4-3 loss to the Brewers on Thursday.
Our View:
Lugo has been reborn in St. Louis this summer, and after being cast aside by the Red Sox, Lugo looks like he will contribute for the rest of the season in the Cards' lineup. If you are in desperate need of a middle infielder, it might be worth it to give Lugo a look, but be aware that he does split time with Brendan Ryan and Skip Schumaker.
July 25, 2009
Julio Lugo had a big day at the plate on Saturday. The new Cardinal shortstop went 4-for-5 with an RBI and was a homer short of the cycle in the Cardinals' embarrassing 14-6 loss to the Phillies.
Our View:
Lugo is now 6-for-10 in his brief two-game Cardinal career and the Redbirds appeared to have caught lightning in a bottle with the former Red Sock. If he continues to hit like this count on Tony LaRussa finding a way to keep his bat in the lineup.
July 23, 2009
Julio Lugo has been activated by the Cardinals after being acquired via trade from Boston, according to the Associated Press.
Our View:
Lugo is worth a look as a flier for NL-only leagues, namely if he sees regular action at shortstop. The 33-year-old vet is a career .271 hitter.
July 22, 2009
Less than a week after designating him for assignment, Boston has traded shortstop Julio Lugo to the St. Louis Cardinals for outfielder Chris Duncan, according to Bernie Miklasz of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
Our View:
Duncan is mired in an epic slump, going just just 1-for-31 this month, but was a classic candidate to benefit from a change of scenery. A highly defensively challenged player, he profiles much better as an American Leaguer. Though with Big Papi entrenched as the Sox DH, he should struggle for at-bats. Lugo meanwhile, also benefits greatly from the deal, as the Cardinals badly needed a major league ready infielder. He figures to see lots of playing time, and at many different positions, under Tony La Russa.
July 21, 2009
Alex Speier is reporting on WEEI.com that Julio Lugo is not necessarily going to be signed by the Mets when he is released. The Mets had several opportunities to land Lugo in a trade for next to nothing, but they passed. Now, they have Jose Reyes coming back soon to play shortstop.
Our View:
The Mets may still sign Lugo, but Speier believes it is not a foregone conclusion like many think. Lugo could provide depth in case Reyes gets delayed in his return again, but he doesn't figure to make a big impact anywhere this season.
July 18, 2009
Julio Lugo is reportedly already working out at the Mets' training complex in the Dominican Republic, according to the New York Daily News.
Our View:
This a is a little bit puzzling, considering Jose Reyes is due back relatively soon and Alex Cora has performed well in his absence. But Lugo certainly couldn't hurt a team short on major league talent right now. Stay tuned.
July 17, 2009
According to WEEI.com, the Red Sox have designated shortstop Julio Lugo for assignment.
Our View:
This move shouldn't surprise anyone. Lugo was a financial drain, failed to stay healthy and couldn't get anything significant going at the plate this season. He's currently in the third year of a four-year deal that pays him $10 million per season. The Sox will have ten days to assign him to another club (major or minor league) and can go the trade route or put him through waivers.
July 16, 2009
Julio Lugo did not travel with the Red Sox to Toronto, according to MLB.com.
Our View:
This is further evidence that his time with the Sox could be coming to an end soon. Jed Lowrie is expected to be activated this weekend, and Lugo looks to be the odd-man-out on the roster. Mike Lowell could return Friday as well. Leg ailments have compromised his range defensively.
July 16, 2009
FoxSports.com is reporting that the Red Sox are "desperately" trying to trade infielder Julio Lugo. With Jed Lowrie set to return over the weekend, the Sox have no place for Lugo on their roster.
Our View:
The Sox would move him for a bag of balls and a few bats if they could, but it seems unlikely anyone will be willing to take on his contract for this season and next. The Sox are going to have to make a decision soon, so we will keep you updated on Lugo's status.
July 1, 2009
The beleaguered Julio Lugo drove in the game winning run in the 11th inning on Wednesday, as the Red Sox beat the Orioles 6-5 in Baltimore.
Our View:
Rumors have abounded that Lugo will be released once Jed Lowrie returns, but the veteran shortstop is still having a decent '09 campaign, batting .301 in 103 at-bats. He is still not a viable fantasy option, though.
June 29, 2009
The Boston Globe is reporting that the Red Sox may release infielder Julio Lugo when the injured Jed Lowrie returns from the DL. Lugo has played only sparingly in the last two weeks, as Nick Green has been seeing a bulk of the time at shortstop.
Our View:
Lugo isn't happy sitting the bench, and the Sox will have plenty of other options in Green and Lowrie after the All-Star break. Expect Lugo to be released, but he should manage to catch on somewhere else.
June 2, 2009
Julio Lugo is out of the lineup for the third straight game Tuesday, according to the Boston Globe.
Our View:
Nick Green is starting at shortstop in his place. Julio Lugo has not been performing well defensively, and skipper Terry Francona likes Green's range. Francona added that Lugo will play, and needs to be patient.
May 23, 2009
Julio Lugo is out of Saturday's lineup against the Mets, according to the Boston Globe.
Our View:
Lugo has been nursing a sore groin, but may be riding the pine as he failed to turn a key double-play in Friday's loss 5-3 loss to the Mets. Nick Green will cover shortstop in his place tonight.
May 17, 2009
Julio Lugo missed Sunday's loss to Seattle due to a sore groin, but the infielder said that he does not consider the injury serious, according to the Providence Journal.
Our View:
Lugo needs periodic rest anyways, as he is still recovering from spring knee surgery. With Nick Green's defense deteriorating, Lugo may find even more regular starts coming his way. If he does, he could be a serviceable shortstop in AL-only formats as he hits in a devastating lineup and currently carries a .333 average.
May 17, 2009
Julio Lugo exited Saturday's game in the seventh inning with a hip flexor/groin ailment, according to the Boston Globe.
Our View:
Lugo will be re-evaluated this morning. He said the pain is a six on a scale of 10, and may be held out Sunday with an off-day Monday.
May 7, 2009
Julio Lugo filled in at DH and hit leadoff for the Red Sox in their 13-3 win over Cleveland. He went 3-for-5 with a triple and three runs scored.
Our View:
Lugo is anything but an everyday player at this point, but manager Terry Francona may elect to keep his bat in the lineup as he has hits in his last two games. If he was an everyday player, he would be a fine AL-only option.
May 7, 2009
Julio Lugo will start at shortstop tonight against the Indians at Fenway Park, according to the Boston Globe.
Our View:
He will bat leadoff with Jacoby Ellsbury out with a tight hamstring. Lugo is a career .278 hitter against Cleveland with six homers over 151 at-bats. He is worth employing in AL-only leagues.
May 2, 2009
Julio Lugo is not in tonight's lineup at Tampa Bay, according to the St. Petersburg Times.
Our View:
Lugo recently returned from the DL following knee surgery, and manager Terry Francona is giving him a rest tonight. Nick Green will cover shortstop in his place.
May 1, 2009
Julio Lugo was back in the lineup Thursday after not starting Wednesday's game, according to the Boston Globe.
Our View:
Lugo is yet to attempt to steal a base, but has two hits over six at-bats so far. He also drew two walks. He is worth consideration in AL-only leagues.
April 29, 2009
Shortstop Julio Lugo (knee) is out of the lineup again on Wednesday. His right knee tightened up in the cool weather on Tuesday night. Nick Green will start in his place, the Boston Globe confirms.
Our View:
With Jed Lowrie out, Lugo pushed quickly to return from surgery, and it's not surprising to find that he is less than 100 percent. Fantasy owners should expect Lugo and Green to share time until Julio gets in a few more games.
April 28, 2009
Manager Terry Francona commented on Julio Lugo after activating the shortstop from the DL following his recovery from knee surgery, according to the Boston Globe. Nick Green started at shortstop Monday and Francona said, "I think Lugo feels pretty good about himself. I think he is still kind of working on strength, even though it is doing good. A lot of it is going to have to be on how he feels."
Our View:
Lugo is a career .271 hitter and could be a decent source for speed and power in AL-only leagues. He should get the bulk of the starts at shortstop until Jed Lowrie returns following his recovery from wrist surgery.
April 27, 2009
As expected, Julio Lugo has been activated from the 15-day DL following his recovery from knee surgery, according to the Providence Journal. Michael Bowden will be sent back down to Pawtucket as the adjoining move.
Our View:
Lugo is expected to be active for tonight's game at Cleveland. He will be the starting shortstop with Jed Lowrie on the shelf following wrist surgery, but Nick Green will start at shortstop tonight. Lugo is worth a look for AL-only leagues. He hit .268 with one homer and 12 stolen bases over 261 at-bats with Boston in 2008.
April 27, 2009
Julio Lugo (knee surgery) went 2-for-5 with a double and a run scored with Triple-A Pawtucket in Sunday's 7-4 win against Lehigh Valley, according to the Boston Globe.
Our View:
That was the last outing of his rehab stint, and he is expected to be activated from the DL today. He should be in the starting lineup at shortstop for tonight's game at Cleveland, and is worth consideration for AL-only leagues.
April 24, 2009
The Boston Globe is reporting that Julio Lugo will return to the team Monday after he finishes his rehab stint in Triple-A Pawtucket this weekend.
Our View:
Lugo should assume the starting shortstop job fairly quickly after he returns, but coach Terry Francona said they would not activate him if he struggles this weekend. Watch to make sure he doesn't have any setbacks, but the likely bet is that he will be back Monday.
April 23, 2009
Julio Lugo (knee surgery) fared fine in his first rehab game with Triple-A Pawtucket, according to the Boston Globe. He struck out in his first three at-bats, but fielded all four chances at shortstops cleanly.
Our View:
Skipper Terry Francona feels that Lugo may be ready to return to Boston next week when the club plays Cleveland. Lugo should start at shortstop with Jed Lowrie out of action while recovering from wrist surgery.
April 22, 2009
Julio Lugo is set to start his rehab assignment today with Triple-A Pawtucket, according to the Boston Herald. He is recovering from knee surgery.
Our View:
Lugo is nearing his return to Boston, and manager Terry Francona thinks there is a chance he could rejoin the club next week when the Sox battle the Indians. Lugo should start at shortstop with Jed Lowrie on the shelf following wrist surgery.
April 20, 2009
The Boston Globe is reporting that Julio Lugo will be joining the Pawtucket Red Sox on Tuesday to begin his rehab assignment. Manager Terry Francona said it is still unclear when Lugo will make his season debut in Boston.
Our View:
Francona wants Lugo to go through a normal progression of building up innings in the field before he joins the Sox. With Jed Lowrie's wrist injury, Lugo should supplant current starter Nick Green at the shortstop position when he returns.
April 18, 2009
Julio Lugo played three innings in an extended spring training game Friday, according to the Boston Globe. He is recovering from a knee injury.
Our View:
Lugo could begin a rehab assignment soon, and may be ready to return to Boston by the end of next week. He will start at shortstop with Jed Lowrie potentially done for the season with his wrist injury, making him worth acquiring in any league.
April 14, 2009
According to the Providence Journal, Julio Lugo will resume baseball activities on Wednesday in extended spring training. He is recovering from a quad injury.
Our View:
He is scheduled to head to Triple-A for a rehab stint next Tuesday barring any setbacks and would join the Red Sox shortly after where his starting job will be waiting for him.
April 7, 2009
Julio Lugo will head to Fort Myers, Florida, Thursday to participate in around one week of extended spring training, according to the Boston Globe. He is rehabbing from March arthroscopic knee surgery.
Our View:
He will be evaluated after a week, and he needs to regain the strength in his quad before he starts trying to play in games. He could be back with the Sox before the end of April.
April 4, 2009
Julio Lugo has been placed on the 15-day DL by the Red Sox, according to SLAM Sports. He is recovering from March arthroscopic knee surgery.
Our View:
Lugo is aiming to be back in mid-April, and will push Jed Lowrie for starts at shortstop if healthy.
April 4, 2009
Julio Lugo will probably be close to ready for a rehab assignment after the first week of the regular season, according to the Boston Globe. He underwent arthroscopic knee surgery in March.
Our View:
Lugo has been targeting a return to the diamond in mid-April. Jed Lowrie will be the starting shortstop for opening day.
March 17, 2009
Julio Lugo's arthroscopic surgery on his injured right knee was deemed successful by Dr. Thomas Gill, according to the Providence Journal.
Our View:
He is expected to be on the shelf for a month while recovering. Jed Lowrie will be the starting shortstop for opening day, but Lugo could still push him for playing time if he can bounce back healthy.
March 15, 2009
The Providence Journal has confirmed that shortstop Julio Lugo will undergo arthroscopic knee surgery on Tuesday to determine the extent of the damage caused by a torn meniscus.
Our View:
The team does not yet have a timetable for his return, but recovery from such an injury, depending on its severity, can take anywhere from a few weeks to a matter of months. Seeing this, it appears now that Jed Lowrie is the man for the Sox at shortstop.
March 14, 2009
The Boston Globe reports that Julio Lugo will return to Boston on Tuesday and may undergo arthroscopic knee surgery for a torn meniscus. The procedure would sideline him for at least a month.
Our View:
Lugo had been hitting .450 this spring in his attempt to win the opening day shortstop job. However, it appears likely that he will be out until mid-April to May if he has the surgery.
March 14, 2009
Updating an earlier report, Julio Lugo may have a meniscus tear in his right knee, according to the Boston Globe.
Our View:
His MRI results are still being examined, and the club should have a better idea regarding his injury later today.
March 14, 2009
Julio Lugo underwent an MRI on his right knee due to soreness, according to the Boston Globe. Skipper Terry Francona said, "What happened, he was complaining of right knee soreness when he went out in the first inning (of Friday's game). So when we got him, we took him out for precautionary measures."
Our View:
Lugo was dealing with slight pain for a few days, but did not become serious until Friday. The results of the MRI are yet to be revealed. Lugo cannot afford a setback while in a tight race with Jed Lowrie for the starting gig at shortstop.
March 8, 2009
Julio Lugo was a perfect 3-for-3 at the plate Sunday and drove in two runs in Boston's 8-2 win over Tampa Bay.
Our View:
Lugo would appear to be in line to start ahead of Jed Lowrie at shortstop, though it remains to be seen exactly how the playing time situation will break down with the duo rendering both as less than ideal selections in mixed leagues at this point.
March 3, 2009
Julio Lugo is dealing with a stomach virus and will sit out today's game, according to the Providence Journal. Skipper Terry Francona is hoping he has food poisoning and not the flu.
Our View:
Lugo cannot afford to miss much time with Jed Lowrie pushing him for the starting gig at shortstop.
February 28, 2009
Julio Lugo said that he feels 100 percent and he looked it on Saturday, going 2-for-3 with two runs and one RBI.
Our View:
Lugo could win Boston's starting shortstop job if he continues to play like this. We'll keep you posted.
February 28, 2009
Julio Lugo, who battled a quad ailment last season, stated that he feels 100 percent again, according to the Boston Globe. He said, "I am a little sore right now. But I am fine. It is just because I have not played baseball, that is all."
Our View:
Lugo is competing with Jed Lowrie for the starting gig at shortstop. Lugo has little power, but could be a decent source for stolen bases if he wins the job.
February 22, 2009
Should Julio Lugo lose out to Jed Lowrie in the battle to be the starting shortstop for the Red Sox, he may ask for a trade, according to the AP. "This is a business," said Lugo. "You want to be where people want you. That's it. If I don't get traded it's because (the Red Sox) want me."
Our View:
Lugo hit just .268 in only half a season in 2008. A spot in the outfield has also been ruled out for Lugo should he not win the starting shortstop job, so.
February 17, 2009
Manager Terry Francona noted that Julio Lugo will not be considered for a role in the outfield is he loses to Jed Lowrie for the starting job at shortstop, according to the Boston Globe.
Our View:
Lugo has not displayed much power in Boston, but could be a decent source for stolen bases if he wins the starting gig at shortstop.
February 16, 2009
Julio Lugo, who battled a strained quad last season, believes he is 100 percent healthy, according to the Boston Globe.
Our View:
This is good news for Lugo as he gears up to compete with Jed Lowrie for Boston's starting gig at shortstop. He has good speed but needs to perform better defensively and be more selective at the plate.
January 18, 2009
The Boston Globe reports that Julio Lugo opted out of Winter Ball to work on his conditioning, and he has reportedly put on 20 pounds of muscle. He appears to be serious about competing with Jed Lowrie for the starting shortstop position in Boston.
Our View:
Lugo will be given a shot to win this job, but he will have to show better defense and plate discipline this spring if he wants to beat out Lowrie. He is a career .271 hitter with plus speed.
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