Week 24 Preview
Scott White, the veteran fantasy baseball analyst at CBS Sports, has released his Week 24 preview, covering the critical stretch from August 31 through September 6.
The guide zeroes in on ten under‑the‑radar hitters who are owned in fewer than 80 percent of CBS Sports leagues, offering a strategic edge for managers hunting waiver‑wire upgrades.
Among the names that stand out are Tristan Peters and Christian Encarnación‑Strand, both of whom have been positioned as injury replacements and hot‑hand candidates.
Veteran infielders Willi Castro and Walker Jenkins also earn a spotlight, as their upcoming schedules present favorable matchups that could translate into surge weeks.
Key Matchups to Watch
White also breaks down the best and worst hitter matchups for the period, highlighting series such as the Rockies versus the Orioles and the Dodgers against the Astros, which could heavily influence fantasy point totals.
He advises managers to treat these sleepers as injury fill‑ins or short‑term plugs, emphasizing the importance of monitoring roster moves and recent performance trends.
Strategic Takeaways
White’s central message is clear: identify the players who sit just outside the mainstream radar, verify their roster status, and move quickly before the league catches on. By doing so, fantasy managers can convert modest roster spots into outsized scoring contributions during the crucial final weeks of the season.