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          Will Michael Bourn return to previous form?

          Michael Bourn's fantasy value has dropped considerably the past two seasons, due to a decline in batting average and steals. AP Photo/Carlos Osorio
          • Eric Karabell, ESPN Senior WriterApr 17, 2014, 09:42 AM ET
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          It’s easy to forget now, but it wasn’t too long ago that speedy outfielder Michael Bourn was regarded as a really valuable fantasy option. In 2012, he was a fourth-round pick in ESPN average live drafts. Last season, he was a sixth-rounder. Today, after he and his now-healthy hamstring finally made their season debut Wednesday night, the 20th-rounder remains a free agent in a quarter of ESPN standard leagues. Talk about a fall from grace!