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Ryan Sweeney

Outfielder
Position
CF
Bats
L
Throws
L
 
  • Height: 6-4
  • Weight: 200 lbs
  • Born: Feb 20, 1985

  • Debut: September 1, 2006

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September 26, 2009

Ryan Sweeney went 3-for-5 with a run scored in Friday's 3-0 win at the Angels. He hit a double and two singles.

Our View:

Sweeney continues to swing a hot stick, as he extended his hitting streak to six games, with 11 total hits over the span. He is also batting .372 in September.

September 19, 2009

A's outfielder Ryan Sweeney did not play Friday and is unlikely to play Saturday due to sore knees, according to MLB.com. Sweeney is hitting .287 this season.

Our View:

This injury isn't serious, but it is the result of a body wearing down at the end of a long season. Sweeney has been excellent this month, hitting .346 with 12 RBI. He should be back in a few days.

September 14, 2009

Ryan Sweeney went 3-for-5 with four RBI and a run scored in tonight's 9-0 win at Texas. He hit three doubles and a single.

Our View:

Sweeney remains hot in September, as he is hitting .364 over 44 at-bats, with seven doubles and nine RBI.

August 28, 2009

Ryan Sweeney led the A's offensively in Thursday's 2-0 win at the Angels, as he went 3-for-4 with an RBI and two runs scored. He hit a single, triple, and a solo homer off Ervin Santana.

Our View:

Sweeney hit his second triple of 2009, with the first coming back on June 30 against Detroit. He also snapped a 14-game skid without a homer, and is batting .295 this month.

June 21, 2009

Ryan Sweeney went 1-for-3 with a double and recorded the A's only RBI in Sunday's 4-1 loss at San Diego.

Our View:

Oakland only had two hits in the game. Sweeney has an RBI in two straight games, but is not consistent enough to consider outside of deeper AL-only leagues.

June 18, 2009

Ryan Sweeney has been activated from the DL following his recovery from a sprained left knee, according to the Contra Costa Times. Chris Denorfia was optioned to Triple-A Sacramento as the adjoining move.

Our View:

Sweeney sees regular playing time, but his fantasy stock is currently low as he is only hitting .246 with two homers over 49 games.

June 17, 2009

Ryan Sweeney hopes to rejoin the A's on Thursday, according to the San Francisco Chronicle. He has not played since June 3 due to a sprained knee.

Our View:

Sweeney plays every day, but he's just not a productive hitter. In 191 at bats, he has only 15 runs scored, 20 RBI, two home runs, and is hitting .246.

June 13, 2009

Ryan Sweeney said he is feeling better in his recovery from a sprained left knee, according to the San Francisco Chronicle.

Our View:

He did some running today, and believes he could come off the DL when first eligible on Thursday. Sweeney does not offer much to fantasy owners though.

June 8, 2009

Ryan Sweeney has been placed on the 15-day DL with a sprained left knee, according to the San Francisco Chronicle. Daric Barton was recalled from Triple-A Sacramento to take his spot on the roster.

Our View:

Sweeney's ailment has not been improving, and the DL move is retroactive to June 3. Sweeney does not offer much power and was only hitting .246 prior to going down.

June 5, 2009

Updating an earlier report, Ryan Sweeney's MRI revealed that he has a sprained MCL in his left knee, according to the San Francisco Chronicle.

Our View:

Sweeney is not expected to land on the DL with the injury. He had trouble staying healthy last season as well, and he shouldn't be missed in fantasy leagues as he is only hitting .246 with two homers over 49 games.

June 5, 2009

Athletics.com is reporting that Ryan Sweeney is scheduled to have an MRI Friday morning after slamming his left knee into the wall on Tuesday. He has been held out of the lineup the past two games.

Our View:

The 24-year-old Sweeney is not an impact fantasy player yet, so regardless of what his MRI turns up, this news should not affect your league or team in any way.

May 9, 2009

Ryan Sweeney hit a two-run homer in the second inning of the A's 5-3 win over the Blue Jays on Friday. It was his only hit in three trips.

Our View:

Sweeney did well on Friday, but he's not a strong enough fantasy performer to be considered for a starting gig in most formats.

April 18, 2009

Ryan Sweeney was Oakland's best hitter on Saturday, but didn't do enough as they lost 4-2 in 12 innings to Toronto. Sweeney was 2-for-4 on the day.

Our View:

Sweeney is off to a rough start, hitting just .250 on the season. He has only one extra-base hit in 48 at-bats so far.

April 9, 2009

Ryan Sweeney went 3-for-5 with two RBI and a stolen base in Wednesday's 6-4 win over the Angels.

Our View:

Sweeney should fare well as Oakland's leadoff hitter this season. He possesses all the tools to indicate a successful career but he has not been able to put it all together yet. Through three games this season, he is 6-for-14 (.429).

April 3, 2009

The A's plan to open the season with outfielder Ryan Sweeney as their leadoff hitter, MLB.com reports. He hit .286 with a .350 OBP last year and batted .333 this spring. Orlando Cabrera, Jason Giambi, Matt Holliday, Eric Chavez, Jack Cust, Kurt Suzuki, Travis Buck, and Mark Ellis will follow in the lineup.

Our View:

We knew this was a possibility, but we figured Cabrera would hit leadoff and the No. 2 spot would be a battle between Sweeney, Ellis, and Suzuki. Sweeney isn't a lock to keep that No. 1 slot, but this adds a little more zip to his potential. We expect him to hit for a good average, and he could be a good source for runs.

March 31, 2009

Ryan Sweeney has been cleared for activity following his bout with leg tightness, according to the San Francisco Chronicle.

Our View:

Sweeney should be set to roam center field for opening day. He won't be a viable source for power, but could hit for a solid average and is worth a look for AL-only leagues.

March 29, 2009

Ryan Sweeney is dealing with leg tightness, according to the SF Chronicle.

Our View:

Sweeney will be re-evaluated today, and may miss a few games as a precaution. If healthy, Sweeney should be the A's starting center fielder for opening day. He won't offer much power, but could hit for a solid average, making him worth consideration for AL-only leagues.

March 9, 2009

Ryan Sweeney had two more hits Sunday to extend his spring training hitting streak to eight games.

Our View:

The 24-year-old Sweeney is an interesting player to keep an eye one. Heading into his second full season, he could possibly find a starting role in the Oakland outfield and turn into a fine everyday player. Sweeney would be a nice middle-round pick in AL-only leagues.

March 7, 2009

Ryan Sweeney extended his hit streak to seven games with a solo shot in the second inning against San Diego on Saturday.

Our View:

He's collected a hit in all seven of Oakland's spring training games thus far, going 10-for-19 with two home runs. He should play nearly every day in Oakland's outfield as is a guy to keep an eye on as a possible sleeper if he can continue to excel in spring training.

March 4, 2009

Ryan Sweeney extended his hitting streak to five games with a two-run single in the first inning of Oakland's 7-2 win over the White Sox on Wednesday. He finished the day 1-for-3.

Our View:

Sweeney is hitting .538 in the early going. The 24-year-old should challenge .300 this season, but his lack of power is frustrating.

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