Waiver Wire Watchlist: Players on the Rise
The fantasy baseball community is buzzing as the mid‑season waiver wire reveals a handful of unexpected breakout candidates.
Caleb Durbin has surged to a 160 wRC+, a stat that places him among the most valuable hitters available, while Mickey Moniak’s 15 home runs and 141 wRC+ underscore a power surge that makes him a tempting add.
Jake McCarthy is also riding a career‑best 122 wRC+ and has already cracked nine homers, giving him a rare blend of on‑base skill and pop.
Streaming Pitchers: The Next Wave
On the mound, a cluster of arms is drawing attention for their recent efficiency. Brandon Young boasts a 3.11 ERA and the ability to log five or more innings, making him a reliable streamer, while Sean Burke’s 1.89 ERA and 1.05 WHIP over his last three starts signal a potential breakout.
Brandon Sproat’s 1.59 ERA paired with a 2.05 FIP in his last two outings, Griffin Jax’s 1.73 ERA and 1.00 WHIP across five starts, and Casey Mize’s 2.51 FIP and 0.97 WHIP through 65 innings all point to a deep pool of streaming options for fantasy managers.
With a mix of high‑impact hitters and underrated pitchers, the current waiver wire offers a strategic edge for those willing to act quickly, especially as teams continue to shuffle rosters in the coming weeks.