Injuries across the majors have reshaped rosters, creating a narrow window for fantasy managers to plug gaps before the next scoring period. With key players like Jose Ramirez out of action, the waiver wire becomes a marketplace for immediate impact.
Week 14 Waiver Wire Targets
A reliable closer, a power bat in the middle of the lineup, and a spark of speed are the three ingredients most teams need to stay afloat. Each of these roles is currently being filled by players who have risen beyond expectations.
One arm that has quietly turned into a save machine is Gregory Soto. He sits at 11 saves this season with a 3.16 ERA and a 0.96 WHIP, making him an attractive pickup for any team chasing wins in the late innings.
Another name generating buzz is Bryce Eldridge, the Giants’ rookie who is batting .319 with six home runs and a .963 OPS over 33 games, cementing his spot in the everyday lineup and providing a steady stream of run production.
Veteran Paul Goldschmidt, now with the Yankees, has gone 29‑for‑82 (.354) with six homers and 22 RBI over his last 19 games, re‑establishing himself as a core offensive piece and a safe source of run expectancy.
For those seeking a replacement for Ramirez’s all‑around production, Sam Antonacci offers nine stolen bases in 55 games and a .281 average with a .353 wOBA, positioning him as a potential catalyst for a team needing speed and on‑base stability.
Meanwhile, Jake McCarthy’s recent surge at Coors Field — a .375 wOBA and .224 ISO in a park that favors hitters — combined with 13 of the Rockies’ next 16 home games, makes him a deep‑league gem for those willing to look beyond the usual suspects.