As for Alexei, the worst scenario is you have to keep him. Wait until his production goes up though, people will probably want him in less than a month.

As far as Alexei goes….I’ve been trying to move him for just about anything…no takers so far. I tried that sub .200 April average argument but still no takers.

However, I don’t like Hamels this year. I think the increased workload from last year (you have to account for playoffs) is catching up to him, as it caught up to White Sox pitchers after 2005. Plus, he plays in Philly, which has one of the most hitter-friendly parks in baseball. I’d still like him in a keeper league, but I’d consider seeing what I could get for him this year. I think he struggles all year, in comparison to what people were expecting that drafted him.

As for Zack Greinke, I don’t think anyone expects him to continue shutting teams out every time he pitches, but this guy is a legit #1 starter. He was a highly regarded prospect because of his stuff and approach at the plate, and now that he has his mental issues managed, he is fulfilling his potential. I would actually target him as a trade prospect, hoping his owner is looking to “sell high”. If I had Greinke, I’d consider him pretty untouchable.