Week 16 Waiver Wire Spotlight
Fantasy baseball managers hunting for an edge in Week 16 are turning to the waiver wire for players who are delivering outsized production despite being owned in fewer than 25% of leagues. This week’s spotlight falls on a mix of everyday hitters, speed threats and under‑the‑radar arms who could reshape matchups.
Tommy Edman has reclaimed a starting role in the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup, rotating through the fifth, second and ninth spots. His consistent presence in the everyday roster makes him a reliable source of multi‑category production.
Jacob Gonzalez, the Pittsburgh Pirates’ starting shortstop against right‑handed pitchers, is proving the value of his minor‑league pedigree and prior White Sox experience. Early-season numbers suggest he can contribute both defensively and at the plate.
Jake Mangum is seeing everyday action for the Pirates and has already amassed 18 stolen bases while batting .311. His blend of speed and contact makes him a tempting add for teams needing a boost in the runs and steals categories.
Mickey Moniak is thriving against right‑handed pitchers in Colorado, posting a .327 average and a .755 slugging percentage. The Rockies’ environment appears to be unlocking his power potential.
Luis Lara, a 21‑year‑old Brewers prospect, walks more often than he strikes out and possesses a ‘big stick’ when he makes contact. His disciplined approach and raw power have turned heads in the Milwaukee system.
Pitching Depth Worth Watching
Jared Jones has posted a 0.69 WHIP over his last 17.2 innings, pairing a 4.34 ERA with a 1.14 WHIP that hints at tighter control than many of his peers.
Veteran Reynaldo Lopez has been stingy, allowing just one run or fewer in his past six outings and posting a 2.49 ERA since June 5th, making him a solid streaming option in deeper leagues.
Peter Lambert continues to miss bats at a near‑per‑inning rate, posting a 3.14 ERA and a 1.12 WHIP while striking out close to a batter per inning.
Kyle Leahy has been equally efficient, surrendering only one run across his last four starts and maintaining a 0.82 WHIP over that span.
Closer Yoendrys Gomez has secured four saves in the past two weeks and remains available in three‑quarters of leagues, offering a cheap source of saves for teams needing late‑game stability.
Streaming these under‑rostered contributors could provide the statistical lift needed to stay competitive as the season progresses, especially in categories like stolen bases, WHIP and saves.