Alex Gordon
- Height: 6-1
- Weight: 205 lbs
- Born: Feb 10, 1984
- Debut: April 2, 2007
SEASON
| AVG | HR | RBI | Runs | SB |
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Newsbreakers
October 3, 2009
Alex Gordon hit a two-run homer in the Royals 5-4 loss to the Twins on Saturday. It was his only hit in three trips.
Our View:
Gordon has just five homers this season after an injury and a demotion to the minors marred his season. In 48 games he's hitting just .231.
September 10, 2009
Alex Gordon connected for his fourth homer of the season in the Royals 7-4 win over the Tigers on Thursday. He finished the game 1-for-3 with a walk and two runs scored.
Our View:
Gordon has now played two games with the Royals since being recalled from Triple-A and is 2-for-6 with a double, a homer and two walks. Perhaps he's finding his power stroke. Too little too late though.
September 8, 2009
Alex Gordon has been recalled by the Royals from Triple-A Omaha, according to the Associated Press.
Our View:
Gordon missed three months following April hip surgery, and he hit .227 over 22 games before the Royals sent him down to Omaha in mid-August. He will be trying to finish the season on a high note.
August 31, 2009
The Kansas City Star is reporting that Alex Gordon missed the last two games with the Royals' Triple-A club in Omaha with a sore right shoulder. Gordon isn't expected to play on Monday, and the timetable for his return is unknown at this time.
Our View:
This has been a season to forget for Gordon, who entered the year with high expectations but who may finish the year on the bench in Triple-A. He has battled injury and struggles, but if he can get back to 100 percent he will remain a candidate to have a comeback season next year.
August 18, 2009
According to the Kansas City Star, the Royals have optioned third baseman Alex Gordon to Triple-A Omaha. In a corresponding move, the team activated reliever Kyle Farnsworth off the DL.
Our View:
This is a very strange move by the Royals, but can anything they do really be considered a surprise anymore? Gordon missed a majority of the season after surgery on his hip, and instead of giving their prized third baseman more at-bats at the major league level during a season that is already lost, they decided to send him to the minors. It's a head scratcher, but that's the Royals for you.
August 13, 2009
Alex Gordon belted his third homer of the year on Thursday in the Royals' 5-4 win over the Twins. Gordon went 1-for-3 in the game with two runs scored and one RBI.
Our View:
Gordon has been swinging a decent bat since coming off the DL, and he might be a nice addition at third base in AL-only leagues. His average is still low at .224, but look for that number to increase over the next month and a half.
July 26, 2009
Alex Gordon drove in his second run since coming off the disabled list, but it came in another pathetic Royals offensive effort, as Kansas City squandered a rare good Sidney Ponson start and lost to Texas 7-2 at home.
Our View:
Gordon has collected a hit in five of six games since coming off the disabled list, and is worth a look in most formats if you're struggling for offense.
July 16, 2009
Alex Gordon has been activated from the disabled list.
Our View:
Gordon has been out since late April with a right hip injury. He was hitting an unseemly .095 at the time, but could be worth an add if you are in need of new blood at third base. He might not be a good candidate to buy low, however, as there is a very good chance he will struggle for the rest of the season.
July 13, 2009
According to the Kansas City Star, Royals third baseman Alex Gordon is scheduled to return from the disabled list on Friday when the team returns to action. Gordon has been out since early in the season with a hip injury.
Our View:
Gordon has been rehabbing for awhile now and it looks like he will be ready to go at the end of this week. It remains to be seen how well he will be able to perform, so fantasy owners may want to watch him before making a decision if you have another option. Gordon is a very good player, so he will be worth a look in all leagues.
July 8, 2009
MLB.com is reporting that injured Royals' third baseman went 0-for-2 with three walks in his latest rehab start for Double-A Northwest Arkansas. Gordon is still rehabbing from hip surgery.
Our View:
Gordon is playing quite a bit in the minors, and he is eying a return to the team sometime in the second half of the season. When he does come back, he could be worth a look in AL-only leagues for sure, and a few good starts could make him a mixed league option as well.
July 1, 2009
According to the Kansas City Star, Alex Gordon is headed to Triple-A to continue his rehab assignment. He is recovering from hip surgery that he underwent in April.
Our View:
This is good news as he appears to be getting better. He'll also be playing in front of his home town fans in Omaha, Nebraska. He also finally played defense on Monday, after spending most of his rehab as a DH, and could return to the Royals as early as next week.
June 23, 2009
Alex Gordon is expected to start a minor league rehab assignment next week, according to the Kansas City Star. He is recovering from April hip surgery.
Our View:
He will work as a DH during his rehab stint. There is no timetable for his return to Kansas City, but it should be at some point in July, barring a setback.
June 12, 2009
Alex Gordon is progressing in his recovery from April hip surgery, according to the Associated Press. Gordon has increased his workouts and added light jogging to his rehab routine. He also took around 60 grounders and more than 30 swings at the Royals' spring training complex in Arizona today.
Our View:
This is encouraging news, but there remains no timetable for his return to Kansas City. Gordon shall remain patiently stashed on fantasy rosters.
June 11, 2009
The Kansas City Star reports that Alex Gordon took his first batting practice on Wednesday since undergoing hip surgery in April.
Our View:
Gordon originally hoped to be back before the end of June, but he's still got a ways to go. He took just 15 swings on Wednesday and has not begun to take infield. He has done some light jogging, though. At the latest, it sounds like he should be back after the all-star break.
June 5, 2009
According to the Kansas City Star, Royals' third baseman Alex Gordon is scheduled to jog for the first time since his April 17 surgery. Gordon is scheduled to depart this weekend for Surprise, Arizona to resume his rehab activities.
Our View:
Gordon seems to be recovering well, and he is said to be well ahead of schedule. Early July seems to be a realistic timetable for his return, so fantasy owners should be prepared. Gordon can still contribute in AL-only leagues, and he could be a nice late-season replacement in mixed leagues if he returns to close to full strength.
May 30, 2009
Alex Gordon is a week ahead of schedule, according to the Kansas City Star. He hopes to be playing games in a couple weeks.
Our View:
It looks like late June is when Gordon will be able to start his rehab assignment, meaning he could rejoin the Royals in early July. Once back, he is certainly a viable option in AL-only leagues and could be a factor in mixed leagues.
May 28, 2009
Alex Gordon had a followup exam Wednesday on his surgically-repaired hip, according to the Kansas City Star. He was examined by Dr. Marc Philippon (who performed his surgery in mid-April) at the Steadman-Hawkins Clinic in Colorado.
Our View:
Gordon is expected to return to Kansas City with a clearer idea of when he can return to the diamond. The Royals do not expect him to return before early-July though.
May 23, 2009
Alex Gordon is progressing in his recovery from hip surgery, according to the Kansas City Star. He took light "air" swings during the week, and indicated that he felt good.
Our View:
His strength is coming back and is slated for a follow-up exam next week in Vail, Colorado, which will determine a timetable for his return to the diamond.
May 5, 2009
Alex Gordon, who is recovering from hip surgery, expects to begin throwing by the end of next week and can tentatively begin taking light swings a week later, according to the Kansas City Star. In late May Gordon is scheduled for a follow-up exam. "After that," he said, "it's just how I respond to the tests and we go from there."
Our View:
So far, so good with Gordon's rehab. We'll continually update his progress.
April 23, 2009
Alex Gordon is progressing well from hip surgery, according to MLB.com.
Our View:
Gordon is on pace to return to the Royals in late-June or early-July. Gordon only registered two hits over his first 21 at-bats prior to going down, but he is still worth stashing in fantasy leagues based on his upside.
April 17, 2009
MLB.com is reporting that Alex Gordon's right hip surgery was a success and the team expects him to be out until at least late June, possibly into July.
Our View:
The good news is that the surgery was a success. The bad news is that Gordon is going to miss a good chunk of the season, which is pretty damaging to the many people who thought he could have a breakout year this year. Unless you can stash him on your DL, he should probably be dropped in most mixed leagues.
April 16, 2009
Alex Gordon was placed on the 15-day DL Thursday with a tear in his right hip labral cartilage and is scheduled to undergo surgery on Friday, according to the Kansas City Star. While a timetable for recovery has yet to be set, you can expect him to be out for roughly two months.
Our View:
Gordon, who suffered the injury on Saturday while sliding into second base and aggravated it later in the game, will have the surgery performed in Vail, Colo., by Marc Philippon, the same doctor who performed surgery on Alex Rodriguez's hip last month. Given that he should be out for at least a month and a half, unless you can stash him on the DL and wait for his return, it'd probably be advisable to drop Gordon in all but the deepest of leagues; he's done literally nothing since homering in his first at-bat this season, going 1-for-20 with just one run, one RBI and eight strikeouts since.
April 13, 2009
The Kansas City Star reports that Alex Gordon is likely to return to the lineup on Tuesday. Gordon left Saturday's game with a sore right hip and the wet conditions on Monday was cause for manager Trey Hillman to keep him out of the lineup an extra day.
Our View:
Gordon has had a slow start to the season and it may be related to the health of his hip. He finished last season strong, but the third-year pro has yet to have a good season start to finish.
April 13, 2009
Alex Gordon is considered day-to-day while dealing with a stiff right hip, according to the Kansas City Star.
Our View:
He missed Sunday's game, and his status for tonight's home game against the Indians is yet to be determined. Mark Teahen could start at third base if Gordon is unable to go.
April 12, 2009
Alex Gordon was not in today's lineup against the Yankees while nursing a stiff right hip, according to MLB.com.
Our View:
The ailment is minor and Gordon is expected to return to the diamond Monday night against the Indians. Mark Teahen started at third base in his place.
April 7, 2009
Alex Gordon went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Tuesday's 4-2 loss to the White Sox.
Our View:
U.S. Cellular Field is one of the best ballparks for home runs, and the Royals' rising star took advantage today in the season opener.
April 1, 2009
Alex Gordon was 2-for-4 Wednesday and hit his sixth home run of the spring. He's now hitting .338 in Cactus league play.
Our View:
If this spring is any kind of indicator, Gordon could be poised for the breakout season fantasy owners have been waiting for. You can probably get him in the middle rounds, and he has sleeper written all over him.
March 31, 2009
Alex Gordon hit two home runs on a 2-for-5 day in the Royals 8-8 tie with the Cubs on Monday. He had three RBI, two runs, and a strikeout in the game.
Our View:
Both of Gordon's home runs came off of Rich Harden and he now has five round-trippers this spring. He is hitting .323 in 62 games this season. For the past couple of seasons Gordon has been a fantasy let down. You don't want to over-reach for him, but he could be ready to bust out in 2009.
March 28, 2009
The Royals fell to Texas, 8-5, but Alex Gordon went 1-for-1 with two walks and scored two runs.
Our View:
Gordon is now hitting .296 for the spring. Is this the year he breaks out? More has been expected out of the talented third baseman than he's delivered so far in his young career. One year he'll put it all together, rewarding fantasy owners who exercised patience.
March 23, 2009
Alex Gordon is likely to miss at least one more game while nursing a pulled hamstring, according to the Kansas City Star.
Our View:
The Royals are not too concerned with the ailment, and Gordon should not be downgraded on fantasy draft boards.
March 21, 2009
According to MLB.com, Alex Gordon was scratched from the lineup on Saturday due to tightness in his right knee. He is considered day-to-day.
Our View:
This injury doesn't seem serious, but it can't hurt to keep an eye on him. Widely regarded as being the next George Brett, Gordon has yet to put up anything close to a comparable season. He is still young though and has gained valuable major league experience. A brakout season could be on the horizon.
March 21, 2009
Alex Gordon was 1-for-2 with a two-run double in Kansas City's 9-4 win over the Dodgers Friday night.
Our View:
In each of his first two full seasons, Gordon has shown the ability to hit for power, hitting 15 homers in '07 and then 16 last year, but he needs to cut down on the strikeouts (257 in two seasons) to be an effective hitter that's truly feared in the Royals lineup.
March 3, 2009
Alex Gordon had a big day on Tuesday, going 2-for-3 with a grand slam.
Our View:
Fantasy owners have been disappointed by the once uber-prospect each of the past two seasons, but keep in mind that he's still just coming off his 25-year-old birthday in February. While he's certainly not a sure thing, he does still have a whole ton of potential.
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