Corey Patterson

C. Patterson of the Reds is finding a nice comfy place on the bench because of his poor performance on the field. Even with an early jump on his power, 4HR's, his other stats are killing him, especially since he's a lead-off guy. With a .255AVG and .244OBP, the Reds and coach Dusty Baker need to consider bringing up their highly touted prospect Jay Bruce. Currently, Bruce is starting AAA with a sweet stroke (.333AVG, .345OBP, 3HR, 9RBI, and 3SB all in 54 AB's). If you have a chance to pick him up in your league please go right ahead.

Yes, Dusty Baker is in love with veterans but with Patterson hitting like this and Bruce showing AAA is not a challenge for him the club might decide to bring Bruce up. If you have a bench spot please go right ahead and put him there, if he comes up he will give you power and speed.