
Fantasy Baseball Week 21: Undervalued Hitters to Target
CBS Sports highlights ten under-the-radar players who could provide a competitive edge in Week 21, with a focus on strategic matchups and high‑leverage opportunities.
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CBS Sports highlights ten under-the-radar players who could provide a competitive edge in Week 21, with a focus on strategic matchups and high‑leverage opportunities.

Injuries to third baseman Joey Ortiz and shortstop Cooper Pratt force the Milwaukee Brewers to adjust their infield, promoting Andrew Vaughn and David Hamilton while adding depth with Jihwan Bae.

Heriberto Hernández, Andrew Vaughn and Michael Petersen are emerging as top waiver wire targets, each bringing distinct statistical strengths and potential role changes that could reshape fantasy lineups.

The latest top 450 fantasy baseball rankings reveal the players poised to dominate the 2027 season, while MLB’s return to network television promises a new era of broadcast coverage.

A look at the most valuable players available on waivers, from relievers with elite ratios to hitters delivering power and speed
Despite ranking near the bottom in payroll, the Milwaukee Brewers are atop the National League Central and poised for a World Series run, thanks to scouting, analytics and a culture that maximizes talent.

A deep dive into per‑game‑started metrics shows that many fantasy baseball players deliver far more value when they actually start, reshaping roster decisions in daily‑lineup formats.

Evaluating hitters on a per-game-started basis reveals hidden value that overall statistics can mask, especially in points leagues where lineup frequency drives scoring.

The Boston Red Sox posted their 13th straight win, the longest streak since 1948, while the Diamondbacks surged past the Cardinals in the tenth inning. Hunter Goodman launched three homers for the Rockies, and Drake Baldwin went 5‑for‑5 with two blasts for the Braves.

A look at the most impactful players available on the waiver wire, from high‑on‑base leadoff hitters to emerging closers and streaming arms.

From Trea Turner’s dual heroics to Nolan Arenado’s 2,000‑hit milestone, the latest slate of games delivered drama at every turn.

Rookie left-hander Zac Thornton’s six shutout innings lead the Mets to a 4-0 win over the Brewers, highlighting a surge of young talent and key offensive contributions.

A quick look at the most impactful players available on the wire, from breakout bats to underrated arms, and how they can give you an edge in fantasy baseball.

Mets third‑baseman Brett Baty, shifted to right field for a rest day, misjudged a fly ball that allowed two runs to score, contributing to a 4‑3 loss that deepened the club’s Wild Card deficit.

From a rare Muncy‑vs‑Muncy matchup to Willson Contreras’s heartfelt tribute, yesterday’s games delivered drama at every turn.

The Pirates' relief corps has been a revolving door this year, with two closers already failing and a mix of promising and inconsistent performances shaping the outlook.

The Pirates' relief corps has struggled to lock down late‑game leads, prompting scrutiny of individual outings and a search for stability as the season progresses.

Junior catcher Daniel Jackson led the SEC in batting, homers and RBI, becoming the first catcher to reach 30 homers and 25 steals in NCAA history.

A comprehensive look at the National League’s Week 15 slate reveals a mix of activated stars, strategic rest days and favorable matchups that can guide fantasy managers toward peak performance.

The author revisits his 2021 prediction of Cedric Mullins' breakout and outlines ten daring forecasts that could reshape the current season.

A quick look at the hottest pickup options available this week, with stats and matchup insights for fantasy managers.

After a mid‑season debut following a hand injury, Jackson Chourio has hit .307/.360/.558 with 10 home runs, helping the Brewers open a 5½‑game division lead and showing marked improvements in exit velocity and barrel rate.

A look at under‑rostered hitters and pitchers delivering strong recent performances, plus news on MLB's return to NBC and Peacock in 2026.

A weekly look at under‑rostered players delivering strong recent performances, from power surges by Goldschmidt and Clemens to emerging arms like Gage Jump, alongside news of MLB’s broadcast partnership with NBC and Peacock beginning in 2026.