Tony Kemp Stats

Oakland Athletics second baseman Tony Kemp went 0-for-4 on Wednesday against the Astros as he continues to struggle batting atop the batting order. Kemp has just two hits in his last 25 plate appearances and could drop in the batting order as a result of this cold streak. Kemp's time batting leadoff was likely coming to an end anyway as Mark Canha (hip) is expected to return after the All-Star break. Kemp boasts an elite walk rate, but does little else for fantasy purposes as he's got just four homers, four steals, and is batting a pedestrian .251. Kemp has one more game in Houston before some good matchups against the Rangers to wrap up the first half.

16 days ago

Oakland Athletics second baseman Tony Kemp went 2-for-4 with a walk and a run scored in a loss to the Rangers on Monday. Kemp has now reached base safely in 11 straight games. He was rewarded for his efforts by batting leadoff in this game which would be a big boost for his fantasy value if he keeps hitting near the top of a good A's lineup. Kemp has more walks than strikeouts this season and his .433 OBP in the month of June ranks 13th in baseball. Kemp is a strong addition for fantasy managers looking for batting average or OBP help. He's got two more good matchups in Texas before a Bay Area battle versus the Giants.

over 1 month ago

Oakland Athletics second baseman Tony Kemp went 1-for-4 with a three-run homer that turned out to be the difference in the game Friday at the Yankees. Kemp is now slashing .274/.388/.435 on the season, all career-highs. He's been phenomenal at the bottom of the order for Oakland as he's got 24 walks to just 25 strikeouts to help set up the A's strong hitters at the top of the batting order. He won't produce a ton of power so his fantasy appeal is limited to deeper leagues. However, those in OBP leagues can take a look at Kemp as he should continue getting on base at a high rate.

over 1 month ago