TIGERS LAND CENTER-FIELDER MAYBIN
The Detroit Tigers acquired outfielder Cameron Maybin from the Atlanta Braves for pitchers Ian Krol and Gabe Speier.
What does it give the Detroit Tigers
In Maybin, the Tigers have added a legitimate defensive stud in center field who can also chip in with decent offense. They also forced Atlanta to pay for some of his remaining contract, which makes this deal a win-win scenario for Detroit.
What does it give the Atlanta Braves
The Braves decided not to keep their center-fielder (Maybin) around beyond one season, so he is on the move yet again. Krol is a decent young reliever with some upside, while Speier is an even younger left-handed reliever with more upside.
Fantasy impact
Maybin's fantasy value should continue to rise following a solid season in Atlanta. He may flourish in the American League with a powerful lineup around him in Detroit. Krol is a decent reliever who might be a strong source for holds in 2016, while Speier has long-range upside as a potential closer.
