As the fantasy baseball season pushes deeper into June, the waiver wire becomes a critical battleground for managers seeking an edge before the next scoring period.
Standout Hitters Making Waves
Among the most talked‑about bats is Dylan Crews of the Washington Nationals, who has posted a .283 average over his last fifteen games while delivering three homers, four doubles, eleven RBI and two stolen bases. His surge coincides with a .350 on‑base percentage that signals a growing role in the middle of the order.
Toronto’s Daulton Varsho continues to blend power with speed, sitting at a .263 average with seven homers, seven steals and 31 runs scored this season. The Blue Jays’ lineup has leaned on his versatility, and his recent uptick in extra‑base hits makes him a tempting add for any roster needing a leadoff spark.
San Diego’s Samad Taylor has been a surprise, batting .361 with a home run, eleven RBI and six stolen bases in just seventeen appearances. His high contact rate and ability to drive in runs from the bottom of the order could provide a cheap source of production for deep league owners.
Boston’s Caleb Durbin has erupted with a .483 average over the past nine games, adding three homers, four doubles, six RBI and two steals. The Red Sox have inserted him into the everyday lineup, and his hot streak could translate into a reliable source of runs and extra bases.
Colorado’s Jake McCarthy rounds out the hitting conversation with a .340 average over his last twenty‑four games, featuring four homers, seven doubles, a triple, fifteen RBI and three steals. His recent surge has lifted his fantasy relevance and could continue to benefit from a favorable home‑park environment.
Pitching Options Worth Snagging
On the mound, Cleveland’s Cooper Ingle, a top‑100 prospect according to MLB Pipeline, has posted a 1.42 ERA over his last three starts, throwing six innings of one‑run ball with nine strikeouts in his most recent outing. His mix of a sharp fastball and a sharp breaking ball has made him a sleeper for owners looking for a high‑upside arm.
Joey Cantillo of the Guardians has also turned heads, posting a 1.42 ERA over three starts and delivering six innings of one‑run baseball with nine strikeouts. The young left‑hander’s recent command improvements suggest he could become a fixture in the rotation.
Chicago’s Sean Burke brings a 3.71 ERA and 87 strikeouts across 87 1/3 innings this season, while Baltimore’s Brandon Young boasts a 3.07 ERA, a 1.262 WHIP and 49 strikeouts overall, including a 2.15 ERA over his last six outings. Both arms present solid ratios and strikeout upside for mixed leagues.
Boston’s Jake Bennett rounds out the pitching discussion with a 2.50 ERA, a .210 expected batting average against and a 56.4% groundball rate, underscoring his ability to induce weak contact and limit damage.
With these options on the table, managers can shore up both hitting and pitching depth without sacrificing roster flexibility, making the next waiver wire move a potentially decisive one.