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The kids are here. OK, more kids are here.It has been a summer of fairly consistent debuts among prospects, and the past week added three more names to the fantasy-relevant pile: New York Yankees sluggers Aaron Judge and Tyler Austin, and Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson.Though the Yankees will certainly grant healthy amounts of playing time to both -- as well as soon-to-qualify-at-catcher catcher Gary Sanchez -- Judge is the guy to get, if only because of his massive power potential and the ballpark in which to exploit it. He hit home runs in each of his first two big-league games, becoming the first player to do that since Colorado Rockies shortstop Trevor Story did it to begin this season, and during that time generated a healthy .214 well-hit average (the leagues average for non-pitchers is .155), an average exit velocity only slightly behind that of the leagues leaders and an average fly-ball distance of 306.2 feet (more than 25 feet greater than the leagues average of 288).Still, for all of Judges big power, he should also have a big strikeout rate, after posting a 23.9 percent number in Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre this season and 24.7 percent during his minor league career. Chances are, he might be a somewhat streaky performer initially, as pitchers adapt to him and vice versa, but its not unreasonable to project another six to eight home runs from him this season.Judge debuts 173rd in my going-forward rankings this week, and 52nd among outfielders, but in a best-case scenario he might post numbers like those of Oakland Athletics outfielder Khris Davis, a similar three-true-outcomes type (historically speaking, as this season he has rarely walked) ranked 99th overall and 27th among outfielders. In Rotisserie leagues, categories are all that matter at this stage, so owners fortunate enough to have landed Judge via FAAB/free agency can feel free to aim for Davis more optimistic valuation.Austin, meanwhile, fell short of a top-250 overall ranking and is 71st among outfielders, with a primary obstacle to his success the presence of Mark Teixeira on the Yankees roster. Austin has earned three of five starts at first base ahead of Teixeira, and his skill set might make him a safer bet for numbers like a .260 average and five home runs the rest of the year, but unless he can somehow sneak his way into a clear majority of the Yankees final 42 games, its going to be difficult for him to contribute to mixed-league teams.The Braves decision to promote Swanson mightve taken some owners by surprise, but I think its nothing more than the team finally trading Erick Aybar to pave the way for everyday at-bats for the 2015 No. 1 overall pick and primary return from the Shelby Miller trade. Swansons professional stat sample is extremely limited -- .277/.367/.435 with 10 home runs and 13 stolen bases in 127 games, only 84 of those in Double-A ball -- and its possible hell face a lengthier adjustment than a typical prospect. Still, hes capable enough in terms of power and speed to be an upgrade from Aybar for both the Braves and fantasy owners in a below-average scenario, and the best case could have him performing like a top-15 fantasy shortstop.Swanson enters the rankings as my No. 26 shortstop.Here are some quick thoughts about the weeks big movers in the ranks:Judging by his first 13 games numbers since his return from a fractured bone in his elbow -- and bear in mind that he played every inning of the most recent 12 -- Detroit Tigers outfielder J.D. Martinez isnt showing any signs of being limited as he recovers from injury. Hes batting .400 with four home runs during that time, but a better indicator is a comparison of his pre- and post-DL performance:Pre-DL (65 G): .234 ISO, .196 WHAV, 34.4 FB%, 24.2 LD%, 323.2 average FB Post-DL (13 G): .340 ISO, .260 WHAV, 38.5 FB%, 23.1 LD%, 318.2 average FBBilly Hamilton continues to soar up the rankings thanks to his torrid stolen-base pace, now 29 in 28 games (to go along with a .321 batting average) since the All-Star break. Hes the impossible name to rank -- and thatll only continue as the season winds down and the level of trade demand for him rises as teams seek to address categorical needs -- but the case can be made that hes got top-25-overall value going forward. Be extremely careful about pricing him on the trade market as his owner; he can have a substantial impact in a Rotisserie race with the way he has been performing.Anyone else happen to notice that the Boston Red Soxs remaining schedule -- especially after this coming weekend -- is somewhat light as far as their pitching potential is concerned? This is part of the reason for Rick Porcellos jump in the rankings, as heres what he and his team has left: @BAL-1, @DET-4, @TB-4, KC-3, TB-3, @OAK-3, @SD-3, @TOR-3, BAL-3, NYY-4, @BAL-4, @TB-3, @NYY-3, TOR-3. There are a few doozies in there, but its still quite a bit softer than what weve come to expect from an American League East teams late-season schedule in recent years.Jose Ramirez has always been a cheap source of stolen bases, something AL-only owners have been more apt to exploit, but during the past two months he has established himself as a bona fide fantasy star. Since June 15, the last time he sat even one inning (he sat out that days game), Ramirez is a .329/.372/.483 hitter with five home runs, 29 RBIs and 13 stolen bases in 52 games, which projects to 16, 90 and 41 in those counting-number categories in a 162-game schedule. Whats more, hes now the Cleveland Indians everyday third baseman, so even with some regression to his .354 BABIP, hell have little trouble contending for -- even if falling slightly short of -- a top-10 finish at all three of his eligible infield positions (second, third and shortstop).Brandon Moss has started each of the St. Louis Cardinals past six games against a left-handed pitcher, an indication of how locked-in he is to an everyday role, especially with Matt Holliday injured. Moss sizable jump in the rankings isnt merely his return to full health; its the teams prioritizing him as a regular part of their lineup.New ESPN position eligibilityThe following players added new position eligibility within the past two weeks. As a reminder, position players need to appear 10 times at a new position to gain in-season eligibility, while pitchers need to make three starts to earn starting-pitching eligibility or five relief appearances to earn relief-pitching eligibility.Derek Dietrich (1B), Marwin Gonzalez (2B), Michael Martinez (2B), Max Muncy (2B), Jake Peavy (RP), Jurickson Profar (OF), Andrew Triggs (SP), Jacob Turner (RP), Danny Valencia (1B), Jonathan Villar (3B), Tyler Wilson (RP).The following players are within two games of earning new eligibility, with their total games played noted at the listed position.Cristhian Adames (2B, 9 games), Christian Bethancourt (OF, 8 games), Emilio Bonifacio (OF, 8 games), Daniel Castro (3B, 9 games), Christian Colon (3B, 8 games), Chase dArnaud (2B, 9 games), Ivan De Jesus (3B, 8 games), Stephen Drew (3B, 9 games; SS, 9 games), Marwin Gonzalez (OF, 8 games), Marco Hernandez (3B, 9 games; 2B, 8 games), Paul Janish (3B, 9 games), Howie Kendrick (1B, 8 games), Michael Martinez (2B, 8 games), Shawn OMalley (2B, 8 games), Gregorio Petit (3B, 9 games), Jorge Polanco (3B, 9 games), Jurickson Profar (SS, 8 games), Jarrod Saltalamacchia (1B, 8 games), Ronald Torreyes (SS, 9 games).Going-forward rankings: Week 19Listed below are my updated, going-forward rankings. 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Marc-Andre Fleury Golden Knights Jersey . PAUL, Minn. EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. -- Adrian Peterson will have surgery on his right knee to repair a torn meniscus, putting his season and perhaps his 10-year run with Minnesota in question.The Vikings have held off for now on placing the franchises all-time leading rusher on injured reserve, though, waiting for the medical report that will influence that decision. Peterson was hurt on Sunday night during the victory over Green Bay, needing assistance off the field after his knee was slightly twisted while being tackled at the end of a 5-yard run.Peterson, 16th on the NFLs all-time rushing list, has only 50 yards on 31 attempts this season. He told ESPN on Wednesday morning that the type of tear he was diagnosed with typically requires a minimum recovery time of three to four months. But Vikings coach Mike Zimmer said the timetable for Petersons return wont be clear until after the procedure.Everything is possible, Zimmer said. It could be season ending. It could be three weeks, four weeks. I dont know.Peterson made a swift recovery from a torn ACL in his left knee suffered in the second-to-last game of the 2011 season. He came back with a flourish, in time for the 2012 opener, and won the league MVP award with 2,097 yards rushing while leading the Vikings to the playoffs.Peterson won another NFL rushing title last year, but hes 31 now with a contract that might not make financial sense in its current state for the Vikings to carry next year. The scheduled salary cap hit for 2017 is $18 million, so even if he were fully healthy this season his status was bound to reach a crossroad. The Vikings could try to bring him back at a reduced rate with a restructuring, but he might prefer to be released and test the market for the first time in his career.Thats a matter for another day, though. The Vikings (2-0) have a visit to defending NFC champion Carolina on Sunday, with Jerick McKinnon set to take Petersons place as the featured running back. Matt Asiata has proven to be a capable backup,I have a lot of confidence in those two guys. I think theyre both different types of runners, but I think the combination of the two can help us, Zimmer said.The Vikings also signed Ronnie Hillman, who had a career-high 863 yards and seven touchdowns rushing last season for Denvers Super Bowl-winning team.ddddddddddddI havent been here long, but I think weve got a great group of running backs, quarterback Sam Bradford said. I think the guys behind him are eager for the opportunity.Already without quarterback Teddy Bridgewater, who went down with a massive knee injury on Aug. 30 during a routine practice drill, the Vikings must also move on without their starting left tackle Matt Kalil.Kalil was placed on injured reserve Wednesday with a lingering hip problem that he played through in the first two games. He will require surgery that Zimmer said the team believes will be season ending. T.J. Clemmings, the starter at right tackle last year, will take over for Kalil.At this point and time I think its hard to find left tackles that are on the street, Zimmer said. Were planning on going with what weve got.The Vikings havent given up on their chase for a championship, though. Bradford had a brilliant debut against the Packers in Bridgewaters place, and McKinnon and Asiata were a relatively productive tandem in 2014 when Peterson was sidelined during the fallout from a child abuse case.Theyre resilient. Theyre tough. Theyre competitive, Zimmer said. Obviously weve had a few setbacks, but I think we can go back to last year and think about some of the things that happened. Were not the type of team thats going to sit back and cry about whats happened. Were going to go forward. Try, like Ive said before, to find a way.The Vikings are 10-14 without Peterson, over the 24 games hes missed over the past nine seasons.Thats our identity and thats how were built. Were going to continue to stay that way, Zimmer said. Hopefully we can play good defense and hopefully we can run the ball. Take our shots when we get a chance. Were not going to change and go to like five wides every play.---Online:AP NFL website: http://www.pro32.ap.org and AP NFL coverage on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/AP-NFL---Follow Dave Campbell on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/DaveCampbellAP ' ' '