As Week 9 of the fantasy baseball season unfolds, many managers are scouring the waiver wire for hidden gems that can tip the scales in their favor.
Underrated Hitters to Watch
CBS Sports analyst Scott White has identified ten such sleepers, each owned by fewer than 80 percent of leagues on the platform, making them true bargain finds for the upcoming slate.
The standout matchups this week center on the Atlanta Braves, the Oakland Athletics and the Arizona Diamondbacks, all of which present prime opportunities for the hitters on White’s list to rack up production.
Among the names, several stand out for their recent surge in playing time and favorable ballpark factors, including a couple of power arms who have begun to see more at‑bats in the middle of the order.
Conversely, the worst hitter matchups feature teams like the Kansas City Royals, the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Miami Marlins, the Toronto Blue Jays and the Tampa Bay Rays, whose pitching staffs have been particularly stingy lately.
White cautions that while the upside is enticing, fantasy owners should weigh factors such as recent injury status, recent performance trends and the volatility of each player’s role before making a final decision.
With the trade deadline looming, these under‑the‑radar options could prove decisive for teams looking to bolster their rosters ahead of the playoff push.