Waiver Wire Watchlist: Players Making Noise
The latest waiver wire roundup is packed with storylines that could swing your fantasy baseball standings, as managers scramble to lock in the next breakout star or undervalued pitcher.
Noelvi Marte, the 24‑year‑old shortstop who returned from a demotion in Triple‑A Louisville, is flashing a .369 batting average and a 155 wRC+, signaling that he could provide a timely jolt to any lineup.
Veteran right‑hander Dustin May has posted a 4.59 ERA and a 1.29 WHIP, but his recent stretch of 25 strikeouts across three starts suggests he’s more than a stop‑gap option for streaming purposes.
Meanwhile, Paul Goldschmidt continues to deliver a .275/.360/.533 slash line with a 152 wRC+ for the Yankees, proving that his consistent hitting remains a reliable anchor in the middle of the order.
Prospects are also making noise; Carson Benge, the Mets’ top prospect, is batting .254 with a 104 wRC+ and nine steals in 225 plate appearances, while right‑hander Yoendrys Gómez posted a 0.71 ERA and 0.79 WHIP after being dealt from the Rays.
Streaming pitchers such as Brayan Bello, who carries a 5.63 ERA but has been effective when operating behind an opener, and Christian Scott, who impressed with a strong outing against the Marlins, offer high‑upside options for weekly lineups.
In deeper formats, Joc Pederson has been a steady leadoff presence for the Rangers, hitting .253 with eight homers and a 133 wRC+, while Ty France is slashing .291 with six home runs for the Padres and Troy Johnston is posting a .320/.377/.437 line for the Rockies.
The common thread among these additions is a blend of recent performance spikes and underlying skill sets that could translate into sustained value, making them worth the roster spot for anyone looking to stay ahead of the competition.