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Originally Posted by Dark Cloud
Neat dynasty idea.
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Thank you. I can't say it's very original, but I wanted to do my take on things.
2012 - OF Rich Templin (St. Louis)
The lefty was drafted out of college, where he showed good speed and an ability to hit 'em where they weren't. He impressed the Cardinals, who kept him around until he finally made the big club in 2016. He played 10 games and got a World Series ring for doing not very much. He stayed with the team the whole year in '17, but only played in 12 games. No injury; just a very limited role. He played more in '18, where his 37 games were over half his career total. He stole 11 bases without getting caught that year, but only hit .230 with few walks and no power. He only played in 2 games in 2019, then was traded to Milwaukee, who released him in midseason. Oakland then picked him up, but was dumped after spring training. He retired after the 2021 season.
Templin's fielding was always disappointing - his range was only so-so and his arm was not very good.
In 61 career games, Templin compiled a batting line of .225/.264/.249.
NEXT: Washington takes a third baseman. Is he the replacement for that Zimmerman guy?