Need a Utility Man for my Franchise...

[stlcards234]

Was looking for a good utility man to pick up for my franchise but not sure who to look into. Looking for a spot starter but would primarily come in as defensive relief in the later innings.

Any suggestions?

[IK720]

You may want to post in the trade discussion thread as people in there are usually pretty helpful.. A little hard without knowing what team you are, what you have to give up, and if you want a fair trade.

I know that I picked up Ramiro Pena in the rule 5 draft of my chise and he is useful off the bench as he can play 3 infield position.. However he is a pretty low level guy. Not sure exactly what you are looking for.

[msuboy11]

Pick up Mike Aviles, Blake Dewitt, or Brandon Inge! All cheap, and can give you starts if needed. Love having them on my bench in my franchise!

[derelictojama]

The ratings are not that high, but in many different franchises I have found Maicer Izturis to be very effective; some contact, some speed, some glove, and I've found him to be very clutch.

Also, if you hadn't mentioned defense specifically, I'd point you to Martin Prado. I know he's a starter now, and may make the all-star team and probably take over for Chipper, but I've always thought his best use might be a super utility role, but he'd be most useful as a guy you rotate through 4 or 5 positions a week, rather than as a defensive replacement.

You could also look at older guys who you could plausibly put in that role, depending on your budget; I'd go for a guy with speed who can play a few positions, like Chone Figgins.

[HechticSooner]

I don't know what roster you are using but if you're using the OSFM'S or v.4 at least Mark DeRosa is the bomb as he literally plays every position except C or pitching. I don't know what he looks like in any other roster though so YMMV.

[Richard.Chaffin]

Emilio Bonafacio. Great speed, decent defense, decent bat. Breat late inning fill in or platoon guy

[xboxxerx]

Michael Young of the Rangers. He can play all 4 infield positions. Also Chone Figgins of the Mariners. He can play everything but catcher.

[slugga77]

Josh Harrison, middle infield and outfield, good hitter.