The latest waiver wire roundup focuses on a handful of players who have slipped through the cracks of standard fantasy leagues yet are delivering production that could shift the balance of many rosters.
Rising Talent to Watch
TJ Rumfield has been a surprise, batting .286 with a .356 on‑base mark and a .584 slugging percentage over his last 21 games, already clubbing five homers while driving in 15 runs.
Similarly, Troy Johnston is posting a .328 average with a .406 OBP and a .500 slugging rate, having walked more times than he has struck out in 18 games, indicating a disciplined approach at the plate.
Other contributors include Daulton Varsho, who is hitting .320 with two homers and three steals in just 11 games, and Nasim Nunez, who boasts a .379 average and has already tallied 10 RBI and nine steals.
Meanwhile, Dylan Crews, despite a .208 average, shows a 12% barrel rate and a 46% hard‑hit rate, suggesting that his underlying metrics could translate into a breakout soon.
The guide also notes the emergence of players like Kody Clemens, who is up to five homers and 12 RBI in 20 games, and Blaze Alexander, who is slashing .388/.436/.633 with two homers and nine RBI in the same span.
Even pitchers such as Victor Caratini are delivering .377/.450/.679 lines with four homers and 11 RBI, underscoring the depth of talent across the roster.
Broadcast Deal Update
NBC Sports and its streaming platform Peacock will resume Major League Baseball coverage in 2026, bringing Sunday Night Baseball, the Wild Card round and other marquee events back to network television.
Fans can expect a broader slate of games on Peacock, while NBC will again carry Opening Day, Labor Day night games and the first round of the MLB Draft, providing more visibility for both established stars and rising prospects.
For fantasy owners, the takeaway is clear: monitoring these under‑the‑radar hitters can yield a competitive edge, especially as the season progresses and roster spots tighten.