Jay

Jay Bruce of the Reds is working down in the minors right now and might never see the majors this year because of Corey Patterson. Patterson has provided some pop with 3HR's and has produced 1 SB so far this season. Patterson has always been touted as a player who can have a 25HR 35+SB's in a season but has never put everything together, except for 2004.

If Patterson stays healthy, owners who drafted him or picked him off the wire should expect him to swipe 30+ bags this year. Unless Bruce is absolutely tearing up the minors he won't be seeing major league pitching anytime soon. Owners of Bruce should keep him ONLY if you have room on your bench. Bench spots aren't just for sitting players, you need to make sure to use this spot wisely.