Weekly Waiver Wire Update
Every Sunday, fantasy baseball enthusiasts turn to the latest waiver wire guide to uncover hidden talent that can shift the balance of their leagues.
The guide, originally penned by Eric Samulski on Friday, is now refined and expanded by James Schiano, who adds fresh insights after the initial analysis.
This week’s edition zeroes in on players rostered in fewer than 40 % of Yahoo! leagues, a threshold that often separates a benchwarmer from a breakout star.
Caleb Durbin, a middle‑infielder who has been on a tear since June 1, boasts a .300/.365/.506 line with nine homers, 32 runs, 22 RBI and eight steals across 49 games, making him a prime add for any roster.
Outfielder Dylan Crews has surged since the All‑Star break, posting a .282/.440/.590 slash with three homers, nine scored runs and six RBI, a combination of on‑base skill and power that catches the eye.
Perhaps the most anticipated call‑up is Max Clark, the 13th‑ranked prospect in baseball, who is set to join the Tigers; his 37.7 % hard‑hit rate and 88 mph average exit velocity signal a high ceiling for immediate impact.
Veteran Tommy Edman continues to appear on the list for the fourth straight week, hitting .300/.378/.450 over his last 25 games while contributing 18 runs and 14 RBI.
Ty France has been a steady source of power, delivering a .275/.341/.650 line in 17 May games that includes four homers and nine RBI.
A.J. Ewing, another name on the radar, is batting .286/.333/.452 in his past 20 outings, adding three homers, 13 runs, eight RBI and six stolen bases.
Nasim Nunez draws attention for his stolen‑base upside, having gone .275/.346/.319 with 13 runs and seven thefts in 21 July games.
Finally, Luis Rengifo has been crushing the ball in 12 games with the Padres, posting a .385/.455/.590 line with two homers, seven runs and eight RBI.
Why These Moves Matter
The common thread among these players is a blend of recent production and a still‑low roster percentage, meaning they are often available when your league mates are still clinging to stale options.
Adding any of them could provide the spark needed to push a team from mediocrity into playoff contention, especially as the season heads into its critical stretch.
Keep an eye on the waiver wire each week, and consider the broader context of matchups, injury news and lineup changes before making a final decision.