Casey Kotchman
Contract: Signed through 2008
- Height: 6-3
- Weight: 215 lbs
- Born: Feb 22, 1983
- Debut: May 9, 2004
SEASON
| AVG | HR | RBI | Runs | SB |
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Newsbreakers
July 31, 2009
Danny Knobler of CBS Sports reports that the Braves have sent Casey Kotchman to the Red Sox for Adam LaRoche.
Our View:
Why the Red Sox need another first baseman is the question of the hour. LaRoche became expendable when they acquired Victor Martinez from the Indians, so why Kotchman isn't considered expendable by the same right makes no sense. Regardless, if he stays in Boston locked up behind Victor Martinez and Kevin Youkilis, his fantasy value will take a huge hit.
July 26, 2009
Casey Kotchman had a huge day on Sunday, going 2-for-4 with three runs scored and three RBI, as the Braves pummeled the Brewers 10-2 in Milwaukee.
Our View:
He also hit his fifth home run of the season. Kotchman hasn't been great in Atlanta, but is a solid option in NL-only leagues at first base or utility.
July 8, 2009
Casey Kotchman homered for the second time this month on Wednesday, after hitting none in June, as the Braves beat the Cubs 4-1 to take two out of three at Wrigley.
Our View:
Kotchman has only five home runs in 114 games for the Braves since coming to Atlanta in the Mark Teixeira trade. He currently shouldn't be owned in any format except for very deep NL-only or mixed leagues.
June 16, 2009
The Miami Herald is reporting that the Braves have activated first baseman Casey Kotchman from the 15-day DL. In a corresponding move, the team optioned infielder Barbaro Canizares to Triple-A Gwinnett.
Our View:
Kotchman had been impressive before his injury, and fantasy owners need to hope he remains so upon his return to the Braves' lineup. Fantasy owners should feel free to activate Kotchman, as he is expected to return to the lineup as soon as tonight.
June 13, 2009
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution is reporting that Braves' first baseman Casey Kotchman is set to begin his rehab assignment this weekend. Kotchman will play Saturday and Sunday for Triple-A Gwinnett, and if all goes well he is expected to be activated in time for Tuesday's game.
Our View:
Kotchman sounds like he is pretty close to being ready, and assuming he makes it through the weekend without reinjuring himself he should return Tuesday. Fantasy owners should be ready to activate him, and check back to make sure he will be ready to go.
June 7, 2009
Casey Kotchman has been placed on the 15-day DL due to a strained calf and bruised shin, according to the Associated Press. The Braves recalled top pitching prospect Tommy Hanson from Triple-A as the adjoining move.
Our View:
Kotchman is eligible to come off the DL June 16.Martin Prado has been covering first base in his absence.
June 1, 2009
The X-rays on Casey Kotchman's right shin were negative, and he has been diagnosed with a shin contusion, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. He is expected to miss three or four days with the injury. Kotchman was helped from the field during Sunday's game in the fourth inning after being hit by a pitch in the leg.
Our View:
Great news for Kotchman and the Braves. It looked bad, but luckily for him nothing in the leg is broken. The injury is minor, so if you have Kotchman you can expect him to be back this weekend.
May 19, 2009
Casey Kotchman was 3-for-5 with three RBI in the Braves 8-1 win over the Rockies on Tuesday.
Our View:
Kotchman was the Braves' biggest bat on Tuesday while hitting second in the order. He likely saw some nice pitches hitting in front of Chipper Jones and took full advantage. Kotchman has been good this season, but doesn't have enough power to warrant mixed league consideration at first base.
May 10, 2009
Casey Kotchman had a big day at the plate on Sunday, going 3-for-5 with two doubles and three RBI. Kotchman has been swinging a hot bat as of late and his average is up to .312 on the year.
Our View:
Kotchman victimized Brad Lidge for the second time in this series as he knocked an RBI double into center. He isn't hitting for much power, but he is getting on base. Kotchman doesn't hold much value in mixed leagues, be he can be a good source of average in NL-only leagues.
May 8, 2009
Casey Kotchman hit a three-run homer off Brad Lidge in the ninth inning of the Braves' 10-6 loss to the Phillies on Friday. It was his only hit in four trips to the plate.
Our View:
Kotchman hasn't shown much power this season (the homer was just his second), but he's hitting for average. He's currently at .310 on the season and also has 11 doubles to compliment those two home runs. He's not a great mixed league first baseman, but has value in NL-only leagues.
May 7, 2009
Casey Kotchman went 3-for-4 with two RBI in Thursday's 4-2 win at Florida. He had a single, double, and solo home run.
Our View:
Kotchman raised his season average to .313, and collected his first homer of the year.
March 27, 2009
Casey Kotchman has missed the past week while suffering from flu-like symptoms and has decided to go to the hospital to get checked out, according to the Atlanta Journal Constitution.
Our View:
While he may be a bit rusty upon his return after missing over a week's action, it's still highly unlikely that Kotchman's condition will cause him to miss any time once the season starts in a week and a half. He remains a safe pick at first base in NL-only leagues as well as deeper mixed formats.
March 7, 2009
Casey Kotchman improved his spring batting average to .357 with a 1-for-2 day against the Yankees that featured a solo home run.
Our View:
Kotchman is a fine hitter, but he lacks the power that is so common at the position. You could do worse than Kotchman at first, but you will have to make of for his weakness.
March 4, 2009
Casey Kotchman doubled and drove in his first two runs of the spring against the Yankees on Wednesday. He's currently hitting .333.
Our View:
Kotchman should benefit from a full season with the Braves, but his lack of power still makes him a risky pick at first base, which is loaded with mashers.
January 31, 2009
The Braves and first baseman Casey Kotchman agreed to a one-year $2.885 million dollar deal that will keep them from going to arbitration, according to the New York Post.
Our View:
Kotchman struggled some after arriving in Atlanta last season. He remains a solid contact hitter who should post a higher average in 2009 than he did in '08 (.272). However, he provides little power relative to his position.
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