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MJ Melendez
Melendez has been relegated to the outfield due to the Royals need for outfield bats as well as the presence of Salvador Perez on the roster.  Melendez provides a boost as he is a left handed bat for the lineup.  He has hit 5 home runs and driven in 22 this season with a slash line of .208/.296/.360 with an OPS at .656. Â
Even more impressive though is his .288 BAbip and 56% hard hit numbers, and last year he three out 28% of base runners which is a great improvement as compared to the current sub 10% for both Marlins catchers.  The Miami native could be a great homecoming story if the Marlins can snag him.
