{"playerId":1294,"percentChange":-1.3,"averageDraftPosition":260,"percentOwned":1.4,"playerRaterSEASON":-1.4,"playerRater7DAY":-2.6,"mostRecentNews":{"news":"Marcum was battered for six runs on seven hits, walking one and striking out four over 5.2 innings of a 6-3 loss to the Cubs on Friday night.","spin":"Another crash on his roller coaster season that has seen more downs than ups. Even though he has pitched somewhat better of late, he is now 0-8 with a 5.43 ERA and with the anticipated pending arrival of Zack Wheeler, the Mets rotation is getting crowded. Marcum does make a lot of money with his guaranteed contract, and his ultimate value might lie in his trade value later this season, both of which may help shield him from a demotion to the bullpen, but he is clearly a risky play for fantasy owners right now.","date":"Fri Jun 14"},"fullName":"Shaun Marcum","seasonOutlook":{"outlook":"Prior to hitting the disabled list with an elbow strain, Marcum was having a fine campaign, sporting a 3.39 ERA, 1.17 WHIP, 8.4 K/9 and 2.8 BB/9. After returning from the disabled list, his ERA swelled to 4.31 with a 1.46 WHIP, 6.9 K/9 and 3.2 BB/9. The Mets signed Marcum and are hoping for the former and, if healthy, he is capable of delivering. While you can't count on a full season from Marcum, after an offseason to further strengthen his elbow, his peripherals should be back to normal. There is nothing wrong with acquiring Marcum at an injury-discounted price, because when he's healthy, he's a fantasy asset. Just be prepared to replace him if the injury bug strikes again.","seasonId":2013,"date":"Thu Feb 21"},"playerRater30DAY":1.5,"playerRater15DAY":0.3,"positionRank":160}