{"playerId":1578,"percentChange":0,"averageDraftPosition":85.1,"percentOwned":100,"playerRaterSEASON":6.1,"playerRater7DAY":6.2,"mostRecentNews":{"news":"Gordon went 2-for-4 with a run scored, a home run, two RBI and a walk during the first game and 0-for-4 during the second game of Sunday's doubleheader with Cleveland.","spin":"Despite putting up a doughnut during the second game, Gordon continues to thrive atop the Royals lineup. The only criticism that was coming his way this year was the lack of power, but with three home runs and eight RBI over his last six games, he seems to have quieted down his critics. You should continue to view him as a top-20 outfielder and he is a must-start in any format.","date":"Mon Apr 29"},"fullName":"Alex Gordon","seasonOutlook":{"outlook":"Much was expected from Gordon following a breakout 2011 campaign featuring career highs across the board. Unfortunately, those who believed were disappointed last season, as Gordon's power and speed fell back to previous levels, although he did maintain a high average. He's still only 28 years old and it's quite plausible he can return to 2011 levels, but it's no longer wise to chase the potential. The safe play is to split the difference and hope the upside returns, hanging your hat on the fact that Gordon's contact rate and plate patience both improved last season, suggesting he is still maturing.","seasonId":2013,"date":"Wed Feb 20"},"playerRater30DAY":6.5,"playerRater15DAY":5.2,"positionRank":17}