The Sports Xchange notes that Austin Kearns, who is batting .192, got Friday night off to work on mechanical changes in his swing. Manager Manny Acta said Kearns, who went 1-for-16 in a four-game series with the Mets, is "getting his hands back a little bit too late," costing him time to react to pitches. (Updated 05/17/2008).
Injury Report
No information available at this time (Updated 5/18/08).
Fantasy Analysis
Kearns, a huge prospect in the Reds organization once upon a time, had a great second half last year, batting .285 with 11 home runs. So far, that success hasn't carried over into this season. He's hitting only .192 with 16 RBI. He still has some upside, but his window for a breakout is shrinking. Consider him nothing more than a bench option in mixed leagues. (Updated 05/17/2008).
No information available at this time.
The Sports Xchange notes that Austin Kearns, who is batting .192, got Friday night off to work on mechanical changes in his swing. Manager Manny Acta said Kearns, who went 1-for-16 in a four-game series with the Mets, is "getting his hands back a little bit too late," costing him time to react to pitches. (Updated 05/17/2008).
Injury Report
No information available at this time (Updated 5/18/08).
Fantasy Analysis
Kearns, a huge prospect in the Reds organization once upon a time, had a great second half last year, batting .285 with 11 home runs. So far, that success hasn't carried over into this season. He's hitting only .192 with 16 RBI. He still has some upside, but his window for a breakout is shrinking. Consider him nothing more than a bench option in mixed leagues. (Updated 05/17/2008).
