#11 Mike Moustakas: Fantasy Predictions for 2016
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Looking at Mike Moustakas’ stats over the past 2 years is a direct reflection of the Royals’ success: they just put the ball in play. But each of the last 4 seasons is quite telling as the data is a clear indication that Mike Moustakas has matured tremendously at the plate and it’s finally starting to pay off.
In 2012, his first, full season, he hit .242 with 20 HR with 73 RBI, but he struck out 124 times with only 39 walks… In 2013, he regressed significantly in power with just 12 HR, but he also struck out less (83 times). He still hit .233, though, which seems like an anomaly, but what it really is is a guy looking to make contact for the sake of making contact. He consciously worked harder to not strike out, but that’s not the same as working to get hits. 2014 was a pretty confusing year for Moustakas as his power went up a bit (15 HR, 54 RBI), but his average hit a career-low at .212. This appears to be a sign that he was sick of just putting the ball in play, so he would occasionally swing for the fences. With flashes of brilliance, it worked once in a while, but not enough, especially considering he struck out even fewer times (74). |
Mike Moustakas Fantasy Stats and Indicators
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