Each week fantasy baseball enthusiasts scour the waiver wire for undervalued talent that can tip the scales in their leagues.
This edition spotlights a handful of players who have surged in key statistical buckets, from power to pitching dominance, offering a clear path to roster upgrades.
Power Surge: Hitters Making Noise
Joc Pederson has launched four home runs over his last five contests, slugging .614 and posting a .944 OPS since May 26th, making him a prime target for teams needing a late‑inning bat.
Caleb Durbin is riding a .381 average across his past 42 at‑bats and even cracked a go‑ahead homer against the league’s top pitcher, underscoring his clutch potential.
Luis Garcia Jr. has blasted 13 homers and driven in 28 runs during his last 24 starts, while Jake McCarthy is slated for seven home games this week and maintains a .344 on‑base percentage, adding depth to any lineup.
Speed and Steady Hands
Outfielder Henry Bolte has stolen 10 bases in 41 games and is batting .305 on the season, providing a rare blend of speed and contact that can shift momentum in tight matchups.
Pitching Poise in the Second Half
Left‑hander Kris Bubic, who posted sub‑2.68 ERAs in each of his first two seasons, is expected to shed his current 4.11 ERA as the rotation settles into the latter half of the campaign.
Trevor Rogers continues to impress with a 2.70 ERA and a 0.95 WHIP, while Ryan Weathers has fanned 95 batters in 86.2 innings and posted a 1.46 ERA and 0.97 WHIP over his last two starts.
Connelly Early has already secured seven wins and will meet the Nationals and White Sox in his next two outings, presenting a favorable window for fantasy starters.
Finally, reliever Clayton Beeter brings a 60% ground‑ball rate and a 25.7% strikeout rate, positioning him as a solid third‑closer option in many formats.