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Eric Hinske

Outfielder
Position
RF
Bats
L
Throws
R

Contract: Signed through 2008

  • Height: 6-2
  • Weight: 235 lbs
  • Born: Aug 5, 1977

  • Debut: April 1, 2002

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Newsbreakers

July 20, 2009

Eric Hinske hit a solo home run, his fifth jack of the season and fourth with the Yankees, on Monday.

Our View:

Hinske's four home runs in pinstripes have come in just 15 at-bats. Meanwhile, his competition in right field, Nick Swisher, has hit just .206 with seven home runs in 204 at-bats since the start of May. This is definitely a situation to monitor, as Hinske could gain real fantasy relevance if he starts to play everyday in right field.

July 11, 2009

Eric Hinske is in the Yankees lineup and batting eighth against the Angels on Saturday, according to Newsday.

Our View:

This is only Hinske's third start since coming to the Yankees. He should see an increase in power playing in Yankee Stadium, but won't play nearly enough to warrant any fantasy consideration.

July 6, 2009

Eric Hinske made a splash in his Yankees' debut on Monday, as he managed to go 2-for-4 with a solo home run. New York lost the game to the Blue Jays by a score of 7-6.

Our View:

Welcome to the Bronx, Mr. Hinske. He powered a ball into deep right field in the bottom of the fifth off starter Ricky Romero, ending the rookies' scoreless innings streak at 24. The Yanks brought Hinske in to hit, and that's exactly what he did today. You still shouldn't expect much in the way of fantasy value, however.

July 6, 2009

Eric Hinske is set to make his debut in the Yankees' starting lineup on Monday. Hinske is penciled into the eighth spot in the order, and he will play right field.

Our View:

Hinske hasn't done much at the plate so far this season, so it will be interesting to see if a new team and a better lineup will improve his numbers. He is not a fantasy option at this point, and unless he really starts tearing the cover off of the ball he doesn't figure to be a regular in the Yankees' lineup.

June 30, 2009

ESPN's Amy K. Nelson is reporting on her Twitter page that the Pirates have dealt Eric Hinske and cash to the Yankees in exchange for minor league right-hander Casey Erikson and outfielder Eric Fryer.

Our View:

Hinske was having trouble finding innings while playing for the Pirates, so it seems doubtful he will make a huge impact with the Yankees. Hinske will probably be used as a situational pinch hitter, and he should still have no fantasy value.

May 30, 2009

Eric Hinske went 3-for-3 with a run scored in Saturday's 7-4 win over the Astros at PNC Park. All three of his hits were singles.

Our View:

Hinske registered multiple hits for the fourth time this season, and is hitting .303 in May, but his fantasy value is limited while fighting for playing time as a reserve.

May 24, 2009

Eric Hinske had a big day at the play on Sunday to help the Pirates to a 4-3 win over the White Sox. Hinske went 2-for-4 with a home run, a double, a run scored, and two RBI.

Our View:

Hinske is only playing part time this season, so he has no fantasy value. He may see more playing time with a few more days like this, but right now he should not be owned.

April 9, 2009

Eric Hinske will replace Adam LaRoche at first base today against the Cardinals, according to the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. LaRoche has a stomach virus.

Our View:

Hinske holds a .143 average over 21 career at-bats against St. Louis, and is not worth fantasy consideration for today, especially with Chris Carpenter on the hill.

March 23, 2009

Eric Hinske was 2-for-3 with a run scored Monday against the Rays.

Our View:

Despite his low average, Hinske was an invaluable piece of Tampa Bay's success a season ago, hitting 20 homers and driving in 60 RBI. His role will likely be reduced a bit in Pittsburgh, where a reserve role is calling. He could be a commodity in NL-only leagues, especially when he utilizes his power with that short right field porch at PNC Park.

March 17, 2009

Eric Hinske is slated for another day in minor league camp, and then serve as a DH Wednesday against the Twins, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. He is recovering from a rib injury.

Our View:

Hinske will hold a reserve role with the Pirates this season, so his fantasy value will be limited, barring injuries.

March 12, 2009

Eric Hinske, who is recovering from a rib injury, started taking dry swings, but there remains no timetable for his return to action, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.

Our View:

Hinske is missing time, but is still expected to make the Pirates' opening day roster as a reserve. He possesses solid power and decent speed, but his fantasy value looks to be limited.

March 4, 2009

Eric Hinske is a lock to make the Pirates as a reserve, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.

Our View:

Craig Monroe and Jeff Salazar are the top candidates for the final reserve spot for the outfield. Hinske has solid power and decent speed, but his fantasy value looks to be limited, barring injuries.

February 27, 2009

Eric Hinske will miss up to one week due to a bruised rib, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. He hurt his ribs while crashing into the outfield wall on Thursday.

Our View:

The injury does not figure to be anything serious. Hinske does not figure to be an everyday starter, but he will fill in for injured players as needed, and could even find himself in a platoon. As it standes, he holds little fantasy value.

February 19, 2009

Manager John Russell is pleased with the recent acquisition of Eric Hinske, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Russell said, "He is going to help. He has been around. He was with obviously a very good team (Rays) last year. That presence of knowing how to do things right ... our younger players can see how vets work, see how they prepare daily. But it is like I told the players, they cannot rely just solely on the veteran presence, they have to step up and do things on their own, too."

Our View:

Hinske's fantasy value will be limited, but he will provide a solid bench off the bat, and his leadership and experience should benefit the Pirates' young outfielders, such as Nate McLouth.

January 30, 2009

Eric Hinske has finalized his one-year deal with the Pirates worth $1.5 million, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. He can pocket an additional $1.5 million in performance-based incentives.

Our View:

Hinske will provide a solid bat off the bench for the Pirates, as he hit 20 homers with 60 RBI over 133 games with the Rays in 2008.

January 29, 2009

Eric Hinske has agreed to terms with the Pirates, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. It is believed to be a one-year deal with a base salary of approximately $1.5 million.

Our View:

Hinske was a part of a worst-to-first story with the Rays last year, making it all the way to the World Series. Could there be a similar story with the Pirates this year? Not unless the Hinskse move precedes the signing of Manny Ramirez, Adam Dunn, and other big names as this team is not close to competing in the status quo.

January 27, 2009

MLB.com reports that the Pirates are targeting free agent Eric Hinske for their fourth outfielder position and a deal may be done by the end of this week.

Our View:

The Pirates have also expressed interest in Luis Gonzalez, though it is believed Pittsburgh would only pursue the veteran outfielder if the deal with Hinske falls through.

January 9, 2009

There is reportedly an undisclosed Japanese team interested in Eric Hinske, according to Jon Heyman of Sports Illustrated.

Our View:

The Red Sox liked Hinske as well, but it is unlikely they will still pursue him after adding Rocco Baldelli and re-signing Mark Kotsay.

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