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Fantasy owners weren’t supposed to have to look at [tag]Ryan Braun[/tag] on draft day as he wasn’t likely to be on the big club on opening day. With Corey Koskie’s return to baseball uncertain, the Brewers were going to send out a 3B platoon situation involving Craig Counsell and Tony Graffanino until Ryan Braun was seasoned enough in the minors to bring up to the big club. There’s not too much question that 2007 is the year Braun will be wearing a [tag]Brewers[/tag] uniform in Milwaukee, the question is when.

I realize that you can’t put too much weight on spring training numbers, especially only 3 games in. However, if Ryan Braun keeps hitting over the next month like he’s doing so far, the brew crew might have to clear a spot for him at 3B on opening day. So far this spring, in 2 games, Braun is 6-10 with a double and 3 home runs. We knew he had power with his 22 home runs in AA last year, but this is ridiculous.

Keep an eye on Braun over the next weeks. As of right now he’s still only worth a late round sleeper spot in most mixed leagues. But if he wins the starting job outright and Koskie is no closer to coming back, his draft status will climb considerably. Being #26 on Baseball America’s Top 100 Prospect List and knowing what Braun could be capable of down the road, he’s obviously more valuable in keeper leagues.

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