Bernie On The Scene: Grading the Outfielders

Last week I began a series that looks at the power shortage in baseball.

I began with the corner-infield positions. I am concentrating on the most common starting lineup for each club and then looking at the top prospects for the position.

In some cases, the teams are employing a platoon. In that case, I will list all the viable players.

This week I look at the outfielders with special concentration on power.

All grades are for the current situation (the guy that will start the second half) and the future does not take into account any trade or player movement. Grades are weighted towards power contribution but are not based solely on that tool.

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