Utley v. Cuddyer

[HollywoodHershiserz]

I think both of these guys will be solid this year, just not sure who will put up better numbers...both are similarly projected;

.270-BA/70-R/25-HR/80-RBI/10-SB
Both are projected to bat 6th or 7th in their respective lineups.

If I had to go with one of these guys, who would it be?

[HollywoodHershiserz]

any thoughts on who you'd rather have?

thanks in advance.

[nola]

Cuddyer. Less chance of losing playing time (Polanco), plus, at leastin yahoo, he can play 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or OF.

Utley will be a good player too, but Polanco and eligibility give Cuddyer a slight edge.

[stumpak]

Agree with that assessment, Utley is at greater risk of getting an early hook if he is not performing up to snuff. And remember that he is a defensive liability, so it may not even take problems at the plate.