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Evan Longoria

Third Baseman
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  • Height: 6-2
  • Weight: 210 lbs
  • Born: Oct 7, 1985

  • Debut: April 12, 2008

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November 12, 2009

Major League Baseball announced the AL Silver Slugger award winners at MLB.com on Thursday. Rays' third baseman Evan Longoria, Yankees' shortstop Derek Jeter, Blue Jays' second baseman Aaron Hill, Yankees' first baseman Mark Teixeira, Red Sox outfielder Jason Bay, Angels' outfielder Torii Hunter, Mariners' outfielder Ichiro Suzuki, Twins' catcher Joe Mauer, and Blue Jays' DH Adam Lind were the winners.

Our View:

This was a nice mix of veterans and young players, and all had very nice seasons. Longoria is going to win plenty of these awards, and Hill and Lind were both rewarded for their breakout years.

October 4, 2009

Evan Longoria went 3-for-3 and popped his 33rd homer of the season in a 10-2 loss to the Yankees on Sunday.

Our View:

Longoria lived up to the hype in his first full season and ended the year with a .281 average, 33 homers and 113 RBI. He stumbled in June and July, but finished strong to become one of the most productive third basemen in the game.

September 28, 2009

Evan Longoria went 1-for-4 with a solo homer off Mark Hendrickson in tonight's 7-6 win over Baltimore at Tropicana Field.

Our View:

Longoria has a hit in six straight games, and launched his 32nd homer of the season. He continues to lead the Rays with 110 RBI as well.

September 25, 2009

Evan Longoria went 1-for-4 with a single and an RBI in tonight's 8-3 loss at Texas.

Our View:

Longoria remains hot, as he is batting .353 with 18 RBI over 23 games in September. He continues to rank among the AL leaders with 109 RBI.

September 19, 2009

Evan Longoria went 2-for-3 with an RBI, a steal and a run scored in the Rays 4-0 win over the Blue Jays on Saturday.

Our View:

Longoria now has 108 RBI on the season, good for second in the AL and just six behind Mark Teixeira. He's driven in five in his last three games and 17 overall this month.

September 18, 2009

Evan Longoria went 2-for-4 with three RBI and three runs scored in Friday's 11-4 win over Toronto at Tropicana Field. He hit two singles and a two-run homer off Josh Roenicke.

Our View:

Longoria ended an eight-game skid without a homer, and has 31 for 2009. He also continues to rank among the MLB leaders with 107 RBI.

September 17, 2009

Evan Longoria's three hits and one RBI would be more than enough for rookie pitcher Wade Davis on Thursday, as he hurled a four-hit shutout in the Rays' 3-0 win over Baltimore.

Our View:

Longoria smacked his 44th double in the contest, while the RBI was his 104th. He is a potential top ten draft pick in next year's drafts.

September 13, 2009

Evan Longoria was 1-for-3 with a double and a stolen base in the Rays 4-0 loss to the Red Sox on Sunday.

Our View:

Longoria now has 43 doubles on the season and has a realistic shot of getting to 50. He's been hot this month with 12 of his 17 hits going for extra bases.

September 8, 2009

Evan Longoria went 1-for-4 with a solo homer off Chad Gaudin in Tuesday's 3-2 loss at New York.

Our View:

Longoria extended his hitting streak to 12 games, with six homers over the span. The rising star reached 30 homers for the first time in his career.

September 7, 2009

Evan Longoria went 2-for-3 with an RBI in Monday's 11-1 loss at New York in the second game of their doubleheader. He hit a single and a double.

Our View:

The Rays only mustered six hits in the game, and Longoria was their lone source of scoring. He had a good day, as he hit a solo homer off CC Sabathia in the first game. He is riding an 11-game hitting streak.

September 7, 2009

Evan Longoria went 1-for-3 with a solo homer off ace CC Sabathia in Monday's 4-1 loss at New York.

Our View:

Longoria extended his hitting streak to 10 games, with five homers over the span. He has 29 homers for the season, and is now the Rays' top source for power with Carlos Pena done for 2009.

September 5, 2009

Evan Longoria went 2-for-4 with three RBI and a run scored in Saturday's 8-6 loss to Detroit at Tropicana Field. He hit a single and a three-run homer off Armando Galarraga.

Our View:

Longoria collected his 27th homer, tying his season output as a rookie in 2008. He also recorded multiple hits in six straight games, and is one RBI away from 100.

September 4, 2009

Evan Longoria was productive in tonight's 4-3 loss to the Tigers at Tropicana Field, as he went 2-for-4 with two doubles and two RBI.

Our View:

The Rays only had six hits in the game. Longoria is swinging a hot stick, as he notched multiple hits in each of his last five games, with six RBI over the span.

September 3, 2009

Evan Longoria went 2-for-4 with two doubles, a run scored, and an RBI in the Rays' 6-3 loss to the Red Sox on Thursday. Longoria has now hit in six straight games and has driven in six in that time.

Our View:

Longo is heating up at the right time for the Rays, as they are still in the playoff hunt. The will need to win some games against good competition down the stretch, but a hot Longoria should help out.

September 2, 2009

Evan Longoria went 2-for-4 with two RBI and three runs scored in Wednesday's 8-5 win over the Red Sox at Tropicana Field. He hit a single and a two-run homer off Manny Delcarmen.

Our View:

Longoria has a five-game hitting streak, with two homers and five RBI over the span. He has 26 homers for the season, and needs one more to tie his season-high of 27, collected as a rookie in 2008.

August 30, 2009

Evan Longoria went 1-for-4 with a home run, a run scored, and two RBI in the Rays' 4-3 loss to the Tigers on Sunday. Longoria now has 90 RBI this season.

Our View:

Longo had been on a bit of a homer slump, but he has still been driving in runs in bunches. His 90 RBI are impressive, and if the power starts coming back he will be an elite fantasy option down the stretch.

August 15, 2009

Evan Longoria helped lead the Rays in tonight's 8-3 win over Toronto at Tropicana Field, as he went 2-for-4 with two RBI and a run scored. He hit a single and a double.

Our View:

Longoria extended his hitting streak to eight games, and is batting .320 in August. The rising star currently ranks second in the AL with 88 RBI.

August 14, 2009

Evan Longoria went 1-for-3 with a single and an RBI in tonight's 5-2 loss to Toronto at Tropicana Field.

Our View:

Longoria is riding a seven-game hitting streak, and is batting .304 this month. He continues to lead the Rays with 86 RBI as well.

August 12, 2009

Evan Longoria went 2-for-4 with a walk, a run scored, an RBI and a stolen base in Wednesday's 10-5 loss to the Angels.

Our View:

Longoria hit just .189 in July, but seems to have rebounded in August, hitting a shade under .300. He's also hit three homers and driven in seven this month.

August 11, 2009

Evan Longoria went 1-for-3 with a single in tonight's 6-0 loss at the Angels.

Our View:

The Rays only mustered three hits in the game. Longoria is riding a five-game hitting streak, and has three homers over 10 games this month.

August 9, 2009

Evan Longoria ripped his 24th home run of the season in Saturday's 10-4 blowout of the Mariners. He finished the day 1-for-4 with two RBI and a pair of runs scored.

Our View:

Longo now has 83 RBI on the season and he now has three homers in his last four games. He remains one of the game's best at the hot corner.

August 4, 2009

Evan Longoria went 2-for-6 with two homers and three RBI in tonight's 4-2 win over the Red Sox at Tropicana Field.

Our View:

Longoria has four homers over his last seven games, and has 23 home runs for the season. The rising star now also ranks second in the AL with 81 RBI.

July 29, 2009

Evan Longoria went 1-for-4 with a two-run homer off Brian Bruney in tonight's 6-2 loss to the Yankees at Tropicana Field.

Our View:

Longoria has homered in back-to-back games, and has 21 for the season. He also has 15 RBI this month, and ranks second in the AL with 78.

July 24, 2009

Evan Longoria led the Rays offensively in tonight's 4-2 win at Toronto, as he went 1-for-2 with a double and three RBI.

Our View:

Longoria is only hitting .275, but paces the Rays with 75 RBI. He snapped a three-game slump without a hit.

July 17, 2009

Evan Longoria returned to the Rays' lineup with a bang on Friday as Tampa Bay defeated the Royals 8-7. Longoria went 2-for-5 with a home run, a run scored, and three RBI in the win.

Our View:

Longo's finger looked fine tonight, as he hammered a two-run homer in the eighth inning. He should be fine going forward, so keep him in the lineup every day. He now has 18 homers on the season.

July 17, 2009

Evan Longoria is in the Rays' lineup for their Friday night game against the Royals. Longoria has been dealing with a finger infection that kept him out of the All-Star game.

Our View:

Manager Joe Maddon told the media that Longo is good to go tonight, so fantasy owners should feel free to keep him in the lineup. He should not be greatly affected by the finger, so he is still a strong play in all leagues.

July 16, 2009

Skipper Joe Maddon is uncertain if Evan Longoria will be able to return to the diamond Friday against Kansas City while nursing a finger infection, according to the St. Petersburg Times.

Our View:

Maddon said there is a 50-50 or 60-40 chance Longoria will be ready to go Friday. The rising star has been taking antibiotics to fight the infection. We will keep you posted on his status.

July 14, 2009

Evan Longoria commented that he is disappointed that he won't be representing the American League in tonight's All-Star Game at Busch Stadium due to a finger infection, according to the St. Petersburg Times. He said, "Obviously, me and Joe Maddon went back and forth on what to do. Being here and being with the American League club it would be a disservice to them to go out there and try to play and win a game when I am not up to full health. Me and Joe talked about it last night and ... I was okay with it."

Our View:

Longoria added that being healthy for the start of the second half Friday in Kansas City is the top priority for the Rays. The rising star is not expected to miss any more action, or undergo further tests with his finger ailment.

July 14, 2009

ESPN's Amy K. Nelson is reporting on her Twitter page that Rays' third baseman Evan Longoria is out for Tuesday's All-Star game due to a finger infection on his right hand. He will be replaced on the roster by the Angels' Chone Figgins.

Our View:

This injury isn't expected to be serious, but Longo doesn't want to take any chances with it. This move will disappoint many fans in St. Louis hoping to see the young slugger, but he should be fine when the Rays resume play.

July 13, 2009

According to the St. Petersburg Times, Rays' third baseman Evan Longoria has a finger infection on the ring finger of his right hand. He is expected to be fine for Tuesday's All-Star game.

Our View:

Longoria was examined by the team doctors this morning and they believe the infection is minor. He should be fine for the ASG, and it shouldn't affect him when the season starts back up. No worries at this point for Longo owners.

July 5, 2009

Evan Longoria went 0-for-3 with an RBI in tonight's 5-2 loss at Texas. The RBI came on a sacrifice fly.

Our View:

The defending AL champs only had three hits in the game, and stranded nine men on base. Longoria snapped a five-game slump without an RBI, but still leads the Rays with 64.

July 1, 2009

According to the St. Petersburg Times, Evan Longoria is back in the lineup and playing third base for Wednesday's series finale against the Blue Jays.

Our View:

Longoria sat out yesterday's game to rest his sore left hamstring that has bothered him off and on this season. He made a pinch hit appearance last night, but appears ready for full time work today as the Rays go for the sweep.

June 30, 2009

Rays' beat writer Marc Lancaster is reporting on his Twitter page that third baseman Evan Longoria in not in the lineup for Tuesday night's game against the Blue Jays in Toronto. He is being replaced by Willie Aybar at third.

Our View:

No word on the injury acting up, so this is most likely just to give him a rest. If anything different regarding his hamstring is released, we will let you know, but for right now assume this is just a routine night off.

June 26, 2009

As expected, Rays' third baseman Evan Longoria will return to the lineup Friday for the game against the Marlins, according to the Twitter page of the Tampa Tribune's Marc Lancaster.

Our View:

Longoria's injury was obviously as minor as we thought, so he should be fine for tonight's affair. Get him back in fantasy lineups, and be prepared to keep him in as this injury should not affect his play.

June 26, 2009

The St. Petersburg Times is reporting that Rays' manager Joe Maddon did not consult third baseman Evan Longoria before sitting him for Thursday's game with a sore hamstring. Longoria wanted to play, but the team decided to hold him out.

Our View:

If Maddon felt that he had to hide the fact that Longo wasn't going to play, the injury must not be serious. Expect the slugger to return to the lineup Friday, and make sure to get him back in fantasy lineups if anyone took him out yesterday. We will update you on his status when it is released.

June 25, 2009

Marc Lancaster of the Tampa Tribune is reporting on his Twitter page that the Rays will be without third baseman Evan Longoria for Thursday night's game. Longoria is nursing some hamstring soreness, and will be replaced by Willie Aybar at third.

Our View:

This is just precautionary, as manager Joe Maddon told reporters last night that this is not a serious injury. Expect Longoria to return to the lineup this weekend, possibly tomorrow. We will keep you posted on his status moving forward.

June 24, 2009

Evan Longoria was replaced by Willy Aybar at third base in the eighth inning of tonight's game against Philadelphia, according to the St. Petersburg Times.

Our View:

It was not disclosed if Longoria suffered an injury in the game. We will keep you posted on his status.

June 17, 2009

Evan Longoria was 2-for-4 with a solo home run as the Rays fell to the Rockies 5-3 on Wednesday. It was his second home run in as many nights.

Our View:

Longoria had an awful start to June with just one hit through June 12. However, he has gotten at least one hit in each of his last four games and appears to be shaking off the slump.

June 16, 2009

Evan Longoria went 1-for-4 with a solo homer off Jorge De La Rosa in Tuesday's 12-4 win at Colorado.

Our View:

Longoria has two homers over his last five games, and has 15 for the season. He has a hit in four of his last five games as well.

June 12, 2009

Evan Longoria went 0-for-3 with a walk and a strikeout in Friday's 4-3 win over the Nationals at Tropicana Field.

Our View:

Longoria is stuck in a slump as he only has one hit over his last 22 at-bats. He is much too talented to consider benching in fantasy leagues however.

June 12, 2009

Ken Rosenthal of FoxSports.com is reporting that if the Rays fail to put to together an "impressive" 10-15 game stretch of games before the All-Star break that they could become sellers at the trade deadline.

Our View:

It is unclear exactly who they might sell since most of the team is young and inexpensive but Rosenthal says it could be one of their back end of the rotation pitchers like Andy Sonnanstine OR Jeff Niemann.

June 8, 2009

The St. Petersburg Times is reporting that Rays' slugger Evan Longoria is back in the lineup for Monday night's game at New York. Longoria has been out with a sore left hamstring.

Our View:

Longoria said that he is at about 95 percent, which is good enough for him to play tonight. Fantasy owners should get him in, especially since they are playing in the New Yankee Stadium.

June 7, 2009

Evan Longoria is out Sunday's lineup at New York, according to the Tampa Tribune. Longoria is still nursing a hamstring ailment.

Our View:

Willy Aybar will cover third base in his absence. It is uncertain when Longoria will return to the diamond, and should be held out of fantasy lineups until further notice.

June 6, 2009

Evan Longoria pinch hit on Saturday in the Rays' 9-7 win over the Yankees. Longoria was intentionally walked in the top of the ninth and was lifted for a pinch runner.

Our View:

Longoria probably could have played today, but the team is going to be ultra-careful with their young star. Expect him back in the lineup tomorrow, and if not then he will be back early next week.

June 6, 2009

Updating a previous report, Evan Longoria will not play in Saturday's contest, according to the Tampa Tribune.

Our View:

Longoria feels he's good to go, but the Rays don't want to take any chances with their best player. He'll sit out Saturday, but will likely be available off the bench and return to full time action on Sunday.

June 6, 2009

According to the St. Petersburg Times, budding superstar Evan Longoria has pronounced himself ready to return to the lineup on Saturday.

Our View:

Longoria tested his hamstring with workout drills and it appears to be in game-shape. He feels he's ready to go, but manager Joe Maddon wants to be cautious and get guaranteed clearance from the medical staff first. He's a game-time decision for Saturday's contest.

June 4, 2009

Updating a previous report, Rays' third baseman Evan Longoria is not in the lineup for Thuesday's game against the Royals, according to the St. Petersburg Times. Longoria said he hopes to be back in the lineup Friday, and if not then for sure on Saturday.

Our View:

Longoria said he is still a day-or-two from being able to run full speed, but he felt fine in all other pregame warmups. He should be back this weekend, so check for updates tomorrow on his status.

June 4, 2009

Updating a previous report, the St. Petersburg Times is reporting that Evan Longoria hopes to return to the Rays' lineup on Thursday. Longoria is still listed as day-to-day with his hamstring injury, but he is said to be feeling much better.

Our View:

Fantasy owners can breathe a huge sigh of relief, as the injury appears to be minor. Longoria said that if he can't go Thursday, he should be ready to go this weekend. He is blaming the injury on changing his routine while DHing over the past few games, so expect him to play mostly at third upon his return. We will keep you updated on his status for tonight as soon as the word comes in.

June 3, 2009

Updating a previous report, the Rays believe slugging third baseman Evan Longoria and his injured left hamstring will likely be able to avoid the disabled list according to the St. Petersburg Times.

Our View:

Rays GM Andrew Friedman says the results of Longoria's Wednesday MRI were good and that he is considered day-to-day. This should come as a huge relief for the injury ravaged Rays and Longoria fantasy owners.

June 3, 2009

According to the Tampa Tribune, budding superstar Evan Longoria is slated to undergo an MRI on his injured hamstring Wednesday.

Our View:

Longoria feels confident that the injury isn't serious, but the Rays will play this very carefully and don't want to take any chances with their mashing third baseman. We should know more after the results are posted tomorrow.

June 2, 2009

Evan Longoria exited Tuesday's battle with Kansas City due to tightness in his left hamstring, according to the Associated Press.

Our View:

Longoria was working at DH while recovering from a sore throwing arm. The severity of his new ailment is yet to be determined.

June 2, 2009

Evan Longoria is serving as the Rays' DH for the second straight game Tuesday while recovering from soreness in his throwing arm, according to the St. Petersburg Times.

Our View:

The ailment is minor, and should not hinder Longoria at the plate. The rising star shall remain active in fantasy lineups.

May 29, 2009

Evan Longoria was 3-for-4 with a homer and three RBI in the Rays' 5-3 win over the Twins.

Our View:

Longoria now has 54 RBI this season. The kid is legit and looks to be a superstar for years and years to come. He's hitting .333 and has 13 homers on the season. If you managed to snag him on draft day, thank your lucky stars.

May 27, 2009

Evan Longoria had another huge night for the Rays on Wednesday in his team's 12-7 loss to the Indians. Longoria went 2-for-5 with a home run, two runs scored, and two RBI in the game.

Our View:

Longoria has established himself as a top fantasy player, and he hasn't given owners any reason to think he will slow down. His talent is unquestionable, and as long as he stays healthy he should continue to produce at this level of consistency.

May 24, 2009

Tampa Bay Online is reporting that Evan Longoria will play Sunday for the Rays. Longoria left Saturday's game after being hit by a pitch.

Our View:

It was thought that Longoria would be out at least today, but apparently he is feeling just fine. Keep him in all fantasy lineups for today, as it looks like he has no lingering affects.

May 17, 2009

The AP reports that the Rays lineup card featured two third basemen and no DH, an error that cost Evan Longoria a start on Sunday. He was supposed to hit DH in the game as Ben Zobrist started at third base. Zobrist remained at third, and pitcher Andy Sonnanstine served as the No. 3 hitter.

Our View:

It would seem that letting Sonnastine hit in Zobrist's spot and letting the best hitter going remain in the No. 3 hole would make more sense. Alas, the Rays still beat the lowly Indians 7-5. Hopefully Longoria's absence didn't cost any owners any points this week, but that seems unlikely.

May 17, 2009

Evan Longoria will serve in the DH role for Sunday's game against Cleveland, according to the Tampa Tribune.

Our View:

Ben Zobrist will roam third base in his place. The Rays want to give Longoria some rest, but do not want to pull his hot bat out of the lineup.

May 12, 2009

Evan Longoria just kept on rolling on Tuesday. He was 2-for-4 with a double and an RBI in the Rays' 7-5 loss to Baltimore.

Our View:

Arguably the best young player in the game, Longoria is leading the Majors with 45 RBI. And in case you hadn't noticed, it's only mid-May. The future looks very bright for this one.

May 9, 2009

Let the MVP talk begin. Evan Longoria is on some kind of a run and he stayed in character on Saturday. He was 2-for-4 with a homer, double, walk, three runs scored and five RBI in the Rays' 14-5 thrashing of the Red Sox.

Our View:

Logoria now has 11 home runs and a Major League leading 44 RBI to go along with his .367 average. You likely had to pay a lot for him in your draft, but he is worth every penny. Oh, and he's only 23.

May 7, 2009

Evan Longoria hit two home runs as the Rays won 8-6 in New York on Thursday. He finished 3-for-5 with three RBI, and three runs scored in the game.

Our View:

Longoria is destroying the competition to this point of the season. He is up to 10 home runs and 38 RBI on the season. From what we've seen to this point, the second year third baseman looks like he is poised to have himself the type of career that will break records.

May 5, 2009

Evan Longoria didn't hit a home run on Tuesday, but he did manage to go 2-for-4 with a double and three RBI. Longoria now has 34 RBI in 26 games.

Our View:

It seems almost hard to believe that Longoria didn't go deep today since it seems like he does everyday, but he still drove in three runs. He is hitting for power and driving in runs, not to mention his .365 average. Longoria should be viewed as a top five fantasy player at this point.

May 4, 2009

Evan Longoria only had one hit on Monday, but it was a long one. The Rays lost to the Orioles, but Longoria continued his blazing start.

Our View:

This guy is the real deal. He has eight homers and 31 RBI on the season, and he is on pace to be one of the top fantasy performers in the league. Expect him to continue to hit for power, but his average is unlikely to stay so high all season.

May 4, 2009

Evan Longoria has been named the AL Player of the Week, according to the Miami Herald. Longoria hit .379 (11-for-29) with 14 RBI, two home runs and nine runs scored last week.

Our View:

The rising star continues to play up to high expectations as a fantasy third baseman. He raised his season average to .365, to go along with seven homers and 30 RBI.

May 2, 2009

Evan Longoria pounded another home run, this one a grand slam, on Friday as the Rays beat the Red Sox 6-2. Longoria was 1-for-3 with four RBI and a run scored.

Our View:

Longoria has been as good as advertised this season, as he continues to hammer the baseball. He is quickly becoming one of the top fantasy players in baseball, and should continue to do so for a long time.

April 30, 2009

Evan Longoria went 3-for-4 with a home run, a double, four RBI, and three runs scored as the Rays smashed the Red Sox 13-0 on Thursday.

Our View:

Longoria had gone homer-less in 14 games after crushing five in his first six games. He never quit collecting RBI, though, and he has eight of those in his last four games.

April 23, 2009

Evan Longoria was big at the plate for the Rays on Wednesday, going 3-for-4 with a double, a run, and three RBI. He is now hitting .415 on the season.

Our View:

No sophomore slump for Longoria, as he has been raking since the season began. He is an elite fantasy player, and he will be all season.

April 17, 2009

The St. Petersburg Times is reporting that Evan Longoria is back in the Rays' lineup for Friday's game against the White Sox. Longoria had missed the last two games while dealing with a death in the family.

Our View:

Longoria owners are jumping for joy that the kid is back in the lineup. He is absolutely destroying the ball so far in 2009, tallying five homers and 12 RBI in just eight games. Get him back in the lineup asap.

April 15, 2009

Evan Longoria will miss the next two games while dealing with a personal matter, according to ESPN.

Our View:

The details of his personal matter were not disclosed. Hold him out of fantasy lineups until further notice.

April 13, 2009

TSN reports that Evan Longoria was named as the first AL Player of the Week for the 2009 season. The second-year player hit .481 last week on his way to five home runs, four doubles, and 10 RBI. Miguel Cabrera was the runner-up.

Our View:

As the award would indicate, Longoria is off to the best start of any AL player. He is in the heart of a dangerous Rays lineup that should only get more productive following B.J. Upton's return.

April 12, 2009

Evan Longoria hit his fifth home run of the season in the Rays 11-3 win over the Orioles on Sunday. He finished the game 3-for-5 with a double, two RBI, a stolen base and a run scored.

Our View:

Longoria is completely zoned in through the first week of the season. It was already pretty apparent that he was a special player, but it's starting to look like he could live up to the highest of expectations.

April 11, 2009

Even when the Rays lose, Evan Longoria is fun to watch. He managed a 2-for-4 day while the rest of his team only totaled six hits as the Rays fell to Baltimore 6-0.

Our View:

Longoria has four homers, eight RBI, two doubles and is hitting .455 so far this season. It's safe to say he has arrived in 2009.

April 10, 2009

Evan Longoria went deep twice, but it wasn't enough as the Rays fell to the upstart Orioles 5-4 on Friday. The home runs were his third and fourth and he drove in three on the night.

Our View:

Longoria's power stroke that he showcased in the playoffs last October hasn't dwindled. Four home runs in four games this season will attest to that, and we're certain there's more on the way.

April 9, 2009

Evan Longoria was 3-for-5 with two RBI and a run scored in Tampa Bay's 4-3 road victory at Boston on Thursday.

Our View:

Longoria led the way for the Tampa offense, hitting his second home run of the season in the third to extend the Rays' early lead to three.

April 8, 2009

Evan Longoria was 2-for-5 and hit his first home run of the season on Wednesday. His Rays topped the Red Sox 7-2.

Our View:

Well, fantasy owners didn't have to wait long for Longoria's first home run. It's going to be exciting to see how many he ends up with in his first full season. He smacked 27 in just 448 at-bats last year.

April 7, 2009

Evan Longoria was 1-for-4 with a pair of RBI Tuesday in Tampa Bay's 5-3 loss to Boston.

Our View:

Longoria hardly had a great day at the plate, but he did shoulder the offensive load on a day when the Rays produced only three hits.

March 19, 2009

MLB.com reports that Evan Longoria will replace Chipper Jones for Team USA's remaining WBC games.

Our View:

Longoria hit six home runs last postseason, following his unanimous selection for AL Rookie of the Year. He is hitting .348 this spring for the Rays.

March 18, 2009

Evan Longoria was scratched from Wednesday's lineup while dealing with flu-like symptoms, according to the Tampa Tribune.

Our View:

Longoria should be fine with just a little rest. He should be targeted as a top-3 third baseman in fantasy drafts.

March 2, 2009

Evan Longoria is cruising this spring, and he didn't show any signs of slowing Monday against Adam Wainwright and the Cardinals. Longoria went 2-for-2 with his third double and fourth RBI of the spring in the Rays 8-5 victory.

Our View:

The more he rakes in spring, the harder he'll be to get on draft day. Longoria is quickly becoming one of the most coveted third basemen in the game despite not playing a full season in the Majors.

February 27, 2009

Evan Longoria belted his first home run of spring training against Boston on Friday, a two-run shot off Enrique Gonzalez in the second inning.

Our View:

A top prospect heading into last year, Longoria's skills are no longer a secret, and he could easily be the first third baseman off the board after Alex Rodriguez and David Wright are grabbed in the first five or six picks.

February 25, 2009

Evan Longoria went 0-for-2 with a strikeout while leaving three men on base in Wednesday's 7-0 loss to the Reds.

Our View:

Longoria has been dealing with pain caused from having his wisdom teeth pulled, and it is pleasing to see him able to play today despite his poor performance.

February 19, 2009

Evan Longoria assumes he is out of the World Baseball Classic after leaving practice yesterday due to pain caused from having his wisdom teeth pulled, according to the Tampa Tribune. He said, "I am just going under my own assumption that I am not going to play and I am going to take the necessary time to get ready for the season."

Our View:

Longoria is expected to be fine for opening day, and remains safe to draft as a top-3 fantasy third baseman.

February 18, 2009

Evan Longoria exited the field today after feeling discomfort stemming from having his wisdom teeth pulled, according to the Tampa Tribune. The club is going to be cautious regarding a potential infection.

Our View:

Longoria should be fine, and remains a top-3 fantasy third baseman for 2009.

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