Cristian Guzman
Contract: Signed through 2008.
- Height: 6-0
- Weight: 195 lbs
- Born: Mar 21, 1978
- Debut: April 6, 1999
SEASON
| AVG | HR | RBI | Runs | SB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| .284 | 6 | 52 | 74 | 4 |
Newsbreakers
October 7, 2009
Cristian Guzman is likely to play second base for the Nationals in 2010, according to MLBlogs.com.
Our View:
The team feels he no longer has enough range to be an everyday shortstop. In 135 games in 2009, he batted .284 with 54 RBI. He was unable to play the field at all for the last ten (or so) days of the season because of an injured shoulder, and will have it scoped on Thursday.
September 26, 2009
Cristian Guzman, who's logged just two at-bats Washington's past two days and was not in their lineup on Saturday, may be shut down for the season in order to rest a tender right shoulder that has affected his throwing in the field, according to the Washington Times.
Our View:
Owners that had been using the steady shortstop this season would be best off dropping him and adding someone else for the final week of the season.
September 24, 2009
Cristian Guzman will not be in the Nationals lineup on Thursday so he can rest a "tender" right shoulder, according to MLBlogs.com.
Our View:
Guzman is batting .285 with 50 RBI in 127 games this season. Ian Desmond will likely start in his place.
September 12, 2009
The Washington Times is reporting that the Nationals have approached shortstop Cristian Guzman about switching positions for next season. The team feels they will need to bring in another middle infielder, and it might make more sense to look for a shortstop and move Guzman to second base.
Our View:
Guzman hasn't responded to the Nats yet, so it would seem that he isn't very happy about the proposed switch. He won't have a choice if the team decides to make a move, and it could be better for the Nats if they go that route.
August 10, 2009
Contrary to a previous report, Nationals' blogger Bill Ladson is reporting at MLBlogs.com that shortstop Cristian Guzman has cleared waivers and will not be traded by the team. It was previous reported that Guzman had been claimed by the Boston Red Sox.
Our View:
Guzman doesn't want to be traded, and the Nats apparently have no desire to move him. It wouldn't surprise anyone if something did happen with him, but right now it looks like Guzman is staying in DC.
August 9, 2009
Cristian Guzman has been claimed off waivers by the Boston Red Sox, according to the Boston Globe.
Our View:
Guzman, hitting .315 while rapping 122 hits this season, would be a huge upgrade for the Sox at shortstop, where both Nick Green and Jed Lowrie have failed to be a factor. He is due $8 million next season, but with the Red Sox foundering mightily in the standings right now, they should do whatever they have to do to pry him from the Nats.
July 17, 2009
Cristian Guzman was a late scratch from the Nationals' lineup on Friday due to bunions on his feet, according to MLBlogs.com. Guzman is considered day-to-day for the rest of the weekend.
Our View:
Guzman said he was sore today, but he should be available at some point this weekend. Fantasy owners should check back tomorrow for an update on his status, but he should be back in the next few days for sure.
July 10, 2009
Cristian Guzman went 1-for-5 with a single and two RBI in tonight's 6-5 loss at Houston.
Our View:
Guzman was in need of a solid outing, as he was hitless over his previous three games (12 at-bats).
July 8, 2009
Cristian Guzman is not in the Nationals' lineup for their Wednesday afternoon game against the Rockies. Guzman has been 0-for-8 since being named to the final ballot for the All-Star game, and he will not get a chance to improve his stock today.
Our View:
It seems a little bit interesting that the Nats would sit Guzman on the last day of the voting, but Alberto Gonzalez is playing short and hitting second. Guzman should return for the next game, but don't expect him to win the spot on the All-Star team.
June 25, 2009
Cristian Guzman had only one hit on Thursday, but drove in two runs as the Nationals crushed the Red Sox 9-3.
Our View:
Guzman just keeps hitting, and is near the top of the National League in average at .336. He will likely be an All-Star next month, and is serviceable at shortstop despite his lack of power.
June 18, 2009
Cristian Guzman had his second straight three-hit game on Thursday as the Nationals beat the Yankees 3-0 to take two of three at Yankee Stadium.
Our View:
So much for that supposed Yankees massacre this week. Guzman paced a fighting Nats team while the Yanks looked punchless. Maybe Manny Acta will get to keep his job after all.
June 17, 2009
Cristian Guzman was 3-for-5 with a run scored as the Nationals defeated the Yankees 3-2 on Wednesday. All three hits were singles.
Our View:
Guzman continues to hit his way on base. He only saw nine pitches in five at bats tonight, but you can't argue with the production, or the .318 batting average.
June 16, 2009
Cristian Guzman went hitless Tuesday for only the second time this month in a game he started.
Our View:
Guzman is having another fantastic season and will likely be the Nats lone All-Star representative in St. Louis next month.
June 11, 2009
Cristian Guzman went 1-for-5 with an RBI single in Thursday's 3-2 win over the Reds at Nationals Park.
Our View:
Guzman has a four-game hitting streak, with two RBI over the span. He is hitting well so in June with a .314 batting average (11-for-35).
June 3, 2009
The Washington Post reports that Cristian Guzman is not in the lineup for Wednesday's contest.
Our View:
Guzman missed time with a sore thumb and that may be the reason he's out tonight. He started yesterday and could have aggravated the injury. Alberto Gonzalez will start in his place.
June 2, 2009
After missing the team's past two games with a sore thumb, Cristian Guzman will be back in the Nationals lineup tonight and leading off according to The Washington Post.
Our View:
Start him without hesitation.
May 23, 2009
Cristian Guzman belted his second home run of the year against Baltimore on Saturday.
Our View:
Guzman is a lock to bat well above .300, so any added power or speed comes as a bonus from this unspectacular yet reliable fantasy shortstop.
May 17, 2009
Cristian Guzman collected three more hits in Sunday's 8-6 loss to the Phillies. He is now hitting .381 on the season.
Our View:
Of Guzman's 27 hits, 24 of them have been singles. He has not drawn a walk and stolen only one bag. Yes, his batting average is incredible, but it gives the illusion that he is a much better fantasy player than he is. He is certainly serviceable, but he really only contributes in two categories.
May 5, 2009
Cristian Guzman was 3-for-6 with his first home run of the season on Tuesday. He also scored two runs and drove in two in a suspended 11-inning contest against the Astros.
Our View:
Guzman still hasn't drawn a walk this season, but fantasy owners aren't likely worried about it. He's now hitting .381 on the season. The average will most certainly drop, but owners should enjoy Guzman's hot start while it lasts.
May 5, 2009
Cristian Guzman has 57 at-bats this season without picking up a single walk, but that doesn't mean he is going to alter an approach at the dish that has led to a .368 batting average, according to MLB.com.
Our View:
While the average is great, sooner or later a lack of plate discipline will certainly drag his average down. There are very few hitters in the game who can eschew the walk entirely and still be successful, so monitor this situation closely.
April 29, 2009
The Nationals activated shortstop Cristian Guzman from the 15-day DL on Wednesday, MLB.com confirms. He was out due to a strained left hamstring.
Our View:
Guzman will hopefully help beef up the top spot in the Nationals order, which has been a weak area all season long. His glove should also be a welcome sight for the team's pitchers.
April 27, 2009
MLB.com reports Cristian Guzman will be activated from the DL when he is eligible to return on April 29. He has been out with a strained hamstring and will be slated into the leadoff role for the Nationals.
Our View:
Guzman was hitting .515 in his first 33 at bats. He is not much of a power threat but he should be a valuable source of runs and batting average.
April 21, 2009
Cristian Guzman will head to extended spring training on Wednesday to continue his rehab from a sore hamstring, according to MASN. He is eligible to return to the team on April 29 and is expected to join the Nationals next week in Philadelphia.
Our View:
Guzman is 17-for-33 to start the season and he appears to be in line for another season of hitting above .300. He hits second in the Nationals order, so he should also make a run at 100 runs scored assuming the hamstring injury is not a lingering one.
April 18, 2009
The Nationals placed shortstop Cristian Guzman (hamstring) on the 15-day DL following Friday's loss to the Marlins, the Washington Post confirms. They will add infielder Alex Cintron to their 40-man roster on Saturday. Guzman strained his left hamstring on Monday.
Our View:
We expect the Nationals to continue using Alberto Gonzalez at shortstop, and fantasy owners may only be without Guzman through next week.
April 17, 2009
Shortstop Cristian Guzman has suffered a setback in his return from a sore left hamstring, MLB.com reports. The Nationals will decide on Saturday if they plan to place him on the disabled list. Guzman suffered the injury on Monday.
Our View:
It sounds like we'll be seeing a lot more of Alberto Gonzalez in the near future. The Nationals will likely call up a shortstop (Alex Cintron) if Guzman does land on the disabled list.
April 17, 2009
The Washington Post is reporting that Cristian Guzman may return for Saturday's game against the Florida Marlins. He has been out of the lineup since he strained his hamstring on Monday.
Our View:
Manager Manny Acta said Guzman may be available to pinch-hit Friday in an emergency situation, but he will not likely see the field until Saturday or Sunday. Watch to see how his hamstring reacts when he does get the nod.
April 14, 2009
Cristian Guzman is dealing with a strained left hamstring, according to the Washington Post.
Our View:
He sustained the injury during Monday's game, and it is uncertain how much time he may need to miss. He was off to a hot start with 17 hits over his first 33 at-bats.
April 13, 2009
The AP reports that Cristian Guzman was removed from Monday's game after his fifth hit for a pinch-runner. He came out of the batter's box awkwardly and his status is not currently known.
Our View:
We'll certainly update you as more news is made available. Guzman is hitting .515 after a week of play.
April 13, 2009
Cristian Guzman had a huge day at the plate Monday, going 5-for-5 with two runs and two RBI in his team's loss to the Phillies.
Our View:
Guzman has been on fire to start the season, hitting .515 in the Nats' first seven games. He can hit for average and score some runs, but he doesn't offer much else to fantasy owners.
March 16, 2009
Cristian Guzman exited Monday's game after sustaining a cut on his left little toe, according to the Washington Post.
Our View:
Guzman is considered day-to-day. Guzman can hit for a solid average, but won't offer much in the speed or power categories among fantasy shortstops.
Quick Links
Tools
Draft Kit
NFL
Crushing hits. Explosive separation. Hail Mary bombs to streaking receivers. For that and fantasy analysis for all things football turn to Owners Edge NFL every week on your way to the championship.
NHL
Power-plays. Goals. Fights. Great glove saves. If you are looking to augment your NHL experience with some of the most innovative fantasy hockey analysis on the Internet, then turn to Owners Edge NHL.
NBA
Outlet passes. Jumpers from downtown. Alley-oops leading to thunderous jams that bring the crowd to their feet are all part of the NBA experience leading to our analysis of the hardwood at Owners Edge NBA.
PGA
The hush at the tee box is followed by the sweat sound of metal on ball as someone in the gallery yells out 'you da man!' At Owners Edge PGA we bring refinement, analysis and passion to the sport of golf.
NASCAR
The smell of burning rubber. The thrill of unmitigated speed coming out of the turn. The visceral exhilaration of a pile up. At Owners Edge NASCAR we make the pit stop so you don't have to on race day.
About Us | Advertise With Us | Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | Customer Service
FUN Sports Network Partners: CDMSports.com | Rototimes.com | TQStats.com | FantasyCup.com
© 2004 - 2009 CDM Fantasy Sports Corp. dba Fanball, A FUN Technologies Company. All Rights Reserved