Since coming over from Minnesota, Delmon Young is hitting .308 with three runs, two home runs and six RBI in 26 at bats.

After hitting just four home runs through mid-August for the Twins, the power surge is refreshing for fantasy owners. Will he continue to deliver in his new home?

For whatever reason, Young's time in Minnesota did not go as well as it could have or should have.  It was anticipated that Young would bring power to the Twins' lineup when they traded Matt Garza for him.

Unfortunately, that's not his game. Young can hit the occasional home run, but going yard just isn't his style.

He has shown the ability to drive the ball though, and more importantly to knock runners in. He had 93 RBI in 2007 and 112 last year for the Twins.

He put the team Twins on his back from May through July last year knocking in 72 runs during that torrid stretch. Yet, he never fully endeared himself to Twins fans.

Perhaps it was because he appeared lazy at times. Perhaps it was his erratic defensive play. Whatever the reason it seemed that slumps were magnified for Young.

Which is exactly what happened his year for Young as he started off slow hitting .211 in April and May.

He rebounded to hit .321 in June, .290 in July and .291 in August to date, but that success got lost in the Twins' poor team play.

One thing for sure is Young's confidence appears to be restored since the move to Motor City. In a game that is as much mental as it is physical, that goes a long way.

Do I expect Young to start slugging home runs like the reincarnation of Hank Greenberg?

Hardly. I do, however, think Young proves to be a solid fantasy option going forward though. What's your take?

 

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