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Randy Arozarena • LF • Mariners

Randy Arozarena Could Rejoin the Mariners This Week

Seattle Mariners outfielder Randy Arozarena (hamstring) did some baserunning on Sunday and could come off the 10-day injured list before the team's series opener on Tuesday on the road against the Pittsburgh Pirates, according to Adam Jude of The Seattle Times. Seattle has a scheduled day off on Monday. The 31-year-old has been cleared to travel with the M's during their road trip this week, so if he doesn't come back on Tuesday, he could return at any point this week. When Arozarena returns to Seattle's starting lineup, he should be considered a must-start in all fantasy formats. The Cuban slugger has been money at the plate so far in 2026 in his second full season with the Mariners, slashing .291/.377/.448 with an .826 OPS, seven home runs, 33 RBI, 19 stolen bases, and 47 runs scored across 71 games and 302 plate appearances. With the two-time All-Star out recently with a minor hamstring pull, Victor Robles has received extra run in Seattle's outfield.

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Braden Montgomery • RF • White Sox

Braden Montgomery Still a Top Waiver Wire Target Amid Slow Start to MLB Career?

Chicago White Sox outfield prospect Braden Montgomery has produced modest results since reaching the majors, but his prospect pedigree and everyday role make him an appealing proactive waiver-wire target. The 23-year-old is batting .231/.268/.385 with one home run, four RBI, five runs, and a .653 OPS over his first 39 MLB at-bats. Chicago promoted Montgomery after he batted .314/.422/.548 across 56 games between Double-A Birmingham and Triple-A Charlotte, including a 15-for-34 run during a nine-game hitting streak immediately before his call-up. The White Sox have committed to playing their No. 2 prospect regularly, primarily in right field, giving him a secure opportunity to work through his early adjustment. Montgomery's swing-and-miss tendencies create some batting-average risk, but his raw power and strong minor-league production give him considerable breakout potential. Montgomery is rostered in just 20% of Yahoo leagues, making him a worthwhile proactive pickup in 12-team formats or deeper.

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Blake Snell • SP • Dodgers

Blake Snell Throws Off of a Mound

Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Blake Snell (elbow) threw off a bullpen mound on Saturday to a standing catcher, according to Sonja Chen of MLB.com. Snell is slowly making progress after having a scope on May 19 to remove loose bodies from his left elbow. The 33-year-old won't be ready to rejoin the Dodgers' starting rotation until the second half of the season, and it's unclear exactly when that might be. But based on the quick return of Detroit Tigers lefty Tarik Skubal after a similar procedure on his elbow, Snell could return in late July or early August. The two-time Cy Young winner has only made 12 starts for the Blue since joining the team before the start of the 2025 campaign, and in his lone start this year, he allowed five runs (four earned) on six hits while walking two and striking out five in only three innings pitched. Snell has been extremely volatile for fantasy managers because of injuries the last two years, but he had a 2.35 ERA in his 11 starts last year and has a 30% career strikeout rate, making him stash-worthy almost everywhere for a second-half return. He's rostered in 75% of Yahoo leagues.

4 hours ago

Luis Lara • CF • Brewers

Luis Lara Offers Well-Rounded Fantasy Profile, Remains Top Stash Candidate?

Milwaukee Brewers outfield prospect Luis Lara is doing everything he can at Triple-A Nashville to encourage a promotion to the major leagues. The outfielder is hitting .313 with 56 runs, seven homers, 30 RBI, and 20 stolen bases across 67 games of action. That power-speed combination should play at the big league level (.873 OPS in 246 at-bats). The Brewers have shown an ability to get the most out of all types of players in Milwaukee, and Lara profiles as another player who could thrive at American Family Field. With the Brewers beckoning, Lara is a name to target in the waiver-wire process, and he could provide immediate dividends for fantasy managers. Additionally, earlier in June, the Brewers inked the top-100 prospect ot a seven-year contract extension, signaling his long-term role on this roster. Entering Week 13, Lara profiles as a top outfield prospect to stash as he is on the trajectory to compete for an MLB debut in the coming weeks.

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Will Smith • C • Dodgers

Will Smith Won't Return on Current Road Trip

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said on Sunday that catcher Will Smith (neck) will not travel on the team's current road trip, which starts on Monday, June 22, in Minnesota and ends on Wednesday, July 1, in Sacramento against the A's, per MLB.com's Sonja Chen. Smith could return early next homestand, though, which starts on Thursday, July 2, against the division-rival San Diego Padres, and he might need a short minor-league rehab assignment. The 31-year-old veteran recently received a cortisone injection in his neck to help him deal with inflammation that has kept him sidelined for the last two weeks. The three-time All-Star should be stashed in most fantasy baseball formats despite his injury and the fact that he has disappointed with a .249 average (43-for-173), six home runs, 23 RBI, and 23 runs scored in 2026 before landing on the 10-day injured list. His replacement, Dalton Rushing, has hit .254 (34-for-134) with eight long balls, 22 RBI, and 21 runs scored in 45 games in his first full year in the majors.

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Teoscar Hernández • LF • Dodgers

Teoscar Hernandez Hoping to Return to Dodgers on June 29

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said on Sunday that outfielder Teoscar Hernandez's (hamstring) minor-league rehab assignment will be with Triple-A Oklahoma City and that the hope is he will return for a series in Sacramento against the Athletics, starting on Monday, June 29, according to Sonja Chen of MLB.com. Hernandez should be cleared to begin a rehab assignment this week at OKC after taking live batting practice the last few days. The 33-year-old veteran right-handed slugger has been sidelined with a Grade 1 hamstring strain since late, May, but barring a setback on his rehab assignment this week and weekend, he could be ready to go to begin next week. The Dominican outfielder could be eased back into the Dodgers' starting lineup next week, but he's an everyday player for the team when he's fully healthy. Hernandez was hitting a strong .276/.348/.436 with a .785 OPS, seven home runs, 31 RBI, 30 runs, and two steals in 181 at-bats before tweaking his hamstring. The two-time All-Star has at least 25 home runs in each of his last five seasons, dating back to 2021 with the Toronto Blue Jays.

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Jackson Holliday • 2B • Orioles

Is Jackson Holliday Still a Worthy Waiver-Wire Option Despite Cold Start?

Baltimore Orioles infielder Jackson Holliday (groin) remains an intriguing waiver-wire option despite a slow start and some short-term uncertainty. The 22-year-old is batting .200/.286/.388 with four home runs, 12 RBI, 14 runs, and three stolen bases over 85 at-bats since returning from right hamate surgery. His production has dipped further over his last 15 games (.174 AVG), but his combination of power, speed, and regular playing time when healthy preserves his fantasy upside. Last summer, the former top-ranked prospect produced 17 home runs and 17 stolen bases across 149 games, demonstrating the multi-category ceiling that remains. Holliday was removed after experiencing groin tightness on Saturday and sat out the following game, but the Orioles consider him day-to-day, and he does not expect the issue to require an injured-list stint. Managers should continue to monitor his status, but he should not be in danger of missing much time this coming week. Holliday's Yahoo rostership rate sits at 32%, leaving him available in roughly two-thirds of leagues as an upside pickup for managers who can tolerate some immediate uncertainty.

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Karson Milbrandt • SP • Marlins

Is Karson Milbrandt a Must-Stash as he Climbs Minor-League Ladder?

Miami Marlins pitching prospect Karson Milbrandt has impressed at every level and challenge placed before him this season. The 6-foot-2 right-hander continues to progress in the Marlins' minor league system and is seeing his fantasy value soar. At his latest stop at Triple-A Jacksonville, he has yet to record a decision in three starts but has dazzled with a 1.20 ERA and 15 punchouts (over 15 innings). Before that, at Double-A Pensacola, Milbrandt was dominant, posting a 4-1 record and a 1.34 ERA with 70 strikeouts over 47 innings of work. With the Marlins needing depth at the major-league level in their starting rotation with Eury Perez and Janson Junk both on the 15-day injured list, Milbrandt could find his way to Miami shortly. His high upside and prolific strikeout rate make him an appealing stash option for fantasy managers in deeper leagues.

5 hours ago

Matt McLain • 2B • Reds

Is Matt McLain Re-Emerging as a High-Upside Waiver Target?

Cincinnati Reds infielder Matt McLain is rebuilding his fantasy value after a difficult start to the season. Over 245 at-bats, the 26-year-old is batting .204/.309/.355 with eight home runs, 25 RBI, 11 stolen bases, and a .664 OPS. He has looked more productive across his last 15 games, hitting .239/.364/.500 with three homers, nine runs, four RBI, and four steals. The batting average and strikeout rate still carry risk, but McLain has already demonstrated a much higher ceiling. He hit .290 with 16 home runs and 14 stolen bases over 89 games as a rookie in 2023. Under the hood, his current 9.9% barrel rate suggests there could be more room for untapped power upside. McLain's 43% Yahoo roster rate leaves him available in a majority of leagues, making him a strong pickup for managers seeking middle-infield power and speed as he begins to find his footing at the plate.

5 hours ago

Josh Jung • 3B • Rangers

Josh Jung Entering Must-Add Territory Amid Breakout Season?

Texas Rangers third baseman Josh Jung is making a strong case to be rostered in more fantasy leagues during the best sustained stretch of his major-league career. Across 72 games, the 28-year-old is batting .309/.368/.457 with eight home runs, 31 RBI, 36 runs, one stolen base, and an .825 OPS. More importantly, Jung has cut his strikeout rate to a career-best 16.0%, giving his batting-average production a more stable foundation. Jung has stayed hot by collecting eight hits and scoring four runs over his last four games. His modest 5.6% barrel rate suggests fantasy managers should not expect an immediate home-run explosion, but his hard contact, everyday role, and improved approach should continue to produce a useful average, runs, and RBI. Jung is already up to 53% rostered on Yahoo, yet he's still available in nearly half of leagues as a priority pickup for managers needing help at third base.

5 hours ago

Christian Scott • SP • Mets

Christian Scott to Throw Sim Game, Could be Back Next Week

New York Mets right-hander Christian Scott (hip) will throw a simulated game on Monday at Citi Field, according to The Athletic's Tim Britton. Scott, who went on the 15-day injured list early last week due to a right-hip impingement, feels much better after receiving an injection in his hip last week. Britton says that Scott could be ready to rejoin the Mets' starting rotation by next week. The 27-year-old will have a spot in New York's rotation waiting for him after looking good in his return from Tommy John surgery so far in 2026. The former fifth-round selection in 2021 out of the University of Florida went 2-0 with a 3.10 ERA (3.84 FIP) and 1.35 WHIP with 47 strikeouts and 19 walks in 40 2/3 innings pitched in his nine starts before going on the IL with his hip injury. Scott is only rostered in 13% of Yahoo leagues right now, but if he continues to pitch well upon his return, that number will be going up as we head into the All-Star break next month.

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Francisco Lindor • SS • Mets

Francisco Lindor Could be Back This Week

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor (calf) played all nine innings of his minor-league rehab game with Triple-A Syracuse on Sunday, and he could come off the 10-day injured list this week, according to Tim Britton of The Athletic. The plan right now is for Lindor to play in a simulated game at Citi Field on Monday to give him a feel of back-to-back games. The Mets will likely want him to rest on Tuesday before considering whether to activate him to the major-league roster on Wednesday. The 32-year-old is recovering from a strained left calf, but fantasy managers should get him back later this week, barring a setback in the next couple of days. Lindor, a five-time All-Star and four-time Silver Slugger, will give the struggling Mets a big boost offensively, although he was hitting just .226 (21-for-93) with two homers, five RBI, 14 runs, and two steals in 24 games at the time of his injury earlier this year. When healthy, Lindor is a must-start in all fantasy formats for his high-end power/speed upside. Bo Bichette will move from shortstop back to third base in Queens when Lindor is ready to return.

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Mike Burrows • SP • Astros

Mike Burrows To Start Against Blue Jays on Wednesday

Houston Astros right-hander Mike Burrows is scheduled to make the start in Wednesday's series finale against the Toronto Blue Jays, according to Chandler Rome of The Athletic. Burrows was moved to a relief role over the weekend and threw a scoreless inning out of the bullpen on Friday against the Cleveland Guardians. The 26-year-old will return to start this week against Toronto, but he might be heading right back to the bullpen after that, so fantasy managers in deeper leagues won't necessarily want to jump on board. In his 15 appearances (14 starts) for the Astros in 2026 in his first year with the team, Burrows has struggled to the tune of a 3-8 record, 5.79 ERA (5.64 FIP), and 1.58 WHIP with 66 strikeouts and 30 walks in 79 1/3 innings pitched. He has allowed a league-high 51 earned runs and will be a volatile streaming option for fantasy managers on Wednesday, even in a good matchup against the Blue Jays. Toronto ranks just 23rd in the league in OPS (.703), but they also have the second-fewest strikeouts in the league (562).

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Matthew Boyd • SP • Cubs

Matthew Boyd Looks Great in Rehab Start on Saturday

Chicago Cubs left-hander Matthew Boyd (knee, shoulder) looked strong in his minor-league rehab start on Saturday with High-A South Bend, throwing four shutout innings with only two hits allowed, no walks, and seven strikeouts. Boyd threw 40 of his 59 pitches for strikes as he returned to game action following soreness in his left shoulder. The 35-year-old veteran southpaw initially landed on the 15-day injured list on May 6 after having a meniscectomy on his left knee. If Boyd's bullpen session scheduled for Monday goes off without a hitch, he's expected to be reinstated from the IL to make his next start with Chicago, either later this week against the New York Mets or this weekend against the division-rival Milwaukee Brewers. A matchup against the Mets would be much more enticing for fantasy managers looking for a streamer. Boyd was a first-time All-Star in 2025 with the Cubs, going 14-8 with a 3.21 ERA, 1.09 WHIP, and 154:42 K:BB in 31 regular-season starts. However, he had a 6.00 ERA, 1.29 WHIP, and 31:6 K:BB in five starts this year before injuring his knee. Boyd can be a useful fantasy streamer once he's back, but fantasy managers shouldn't expect a rebound to last year's heights. He's currently rostered in 55% of Yahoo leagues.

7 hours ago

Edward Cabrera • SP • Cubs

Edward Cabrera Scheduled to Start on Tuesday Against Mets

Chicago Cubs right-hander Edward Cabrera (hand) is listed as the team's starter for Tuesday's game at Citi Field against the New York Mets, according to MLB.com. Cabrera was pulled from his last start early on Tuesday against the Colorado Rockies at Wrigley Field with cramping in his right hand, but he evidently had a successful bullpen session over the weekend and was cleared to make his next start in Queens on Tuesday in Game 2 of the series against the Mets. The 28-year-old Dominican hurler has been hard to trust in fantasy in his first year in Chicago, as he's gone 4-4 with a 5.21 ERA (5.15 FIP) and 1.39 WHIP with 61 strikeouts and 25 walks in 67 1/3 innings across his 13 starts. In his three starts in June, Cabrera has unraveled, allowing 15 earned runs on 16 hits (six homers) while walking five and striking out 14 in 13 1/3 innings pitched. The good news is that he's facing the Mets, a team that ranks 29th in baseball in OPS (.669). In his first outing against New York in 2026 on April 17 at Wrigley Field, Cabrera picked up his second win of the year by giving up three earned runs on eight hits while walking two and striking out four in six innings.

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Shane Bieber • SP • Blue Jays

Shane Bieber's Season Debut Pushed Back to Tuesday

The Toronto Blue Jays' series finale against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field was rained out on Sunday, which will push right-hander Shane Bieber's (elbow) 2026 season debut back from Monday to Tuesday against the Houston Astros, according to Chandler Rome of The Athletic. Bieber will be in line for a two-start week in his first week back on the big-league roster, with his second start this week scheduled against the Texas Rangers. Even though the 31-year-old veteran hasn't pitched at all in the big leagues yet this year, he'll be a tempting two-start pitcher right away with two good matchups against Houston and Texas. Bieber went five innings in each of his final two minor-league rehab starts, but he also had a 6.88 ERA and 1.88 WHIP with 14 strikeouts and five walks in 17 innings over his five rehab starts as he worked his way back from right-elbow inflammation. There's will still be plenty of risk for fantasy managers considering starting Bieber this week, despite his strong matchups. The former American League Cy Young winner is currently rostered in 58% of Yahoo leagues, and although he shouldn't be considered a fantasy ace anymore, he should have plenty of value the rest of the way in the right matchups if he can stay healthy.

7 hours ago

Rico Garcia • RP • Orioles

Rico Garcia Emerging as Priority Closer Handcuff to Stash?

Baltimore Orioles right-hander Rico Garcia has been one of the better relievers in baseball so far this season, recording a 1.72 ERA and 0.73 WHIP with 35 strikeouts and four saves across 31 1/3 innings (34 games). With Orioles closer Ryan Helsley on the injured list for the better part of two months due to elbow inflammation, Garcia emerged as one of Baltimore's preferred ninth-inning options. Helsley returned from the IL on Wednesday, which could eliminate Garcia's save opportunities. However, Helsley has struggled mightily in his first two outings since his return, allowing five runs (four earned) and three home runs across 1 2/3 innings. If Helsley continues to falter, Garcia could re-emerge as part of the ninth-inning mix in Baltimore. Particularly in deeper leagues, Garcia profiles as a worthy closer stash candidate on the waiver wire.

7 hours ago

Ezequiel Tovar • SS • Rockies

Does Ezequiel Tovar Still Have Deep-League Waiver Wire Appeal?

Colorado Rockies shortstop Ezequiel Tovar has mostly struggled at the plate in 2026, hitting .213/.259/.327 with five home runs, 24 RBI, 23 runs scored, and four stolen bases across 274 plate appearances. The 24-year-old has struck out in 28.5% of his triple to the plate and has also seen his barrel rate drop to a career-worst 7.8%. However, Tovar is an elite defender at shortstop who signed a seven-year contract extension with the Rockies in March 2024, both of which help keep him in the Colorado lineup on an everyday basis. While Tovar has struggled in recent seasons, he's just a couple of years removed from hitting .269 with 26 home runs across 695 plate appearances in 2024. There's also reason to believe he's been a bit unlucky at the plate this season, as his .282 BABIP is significantly below his career mark of .325. In deeper formats, Tovar could be worth targeting on the waiver wire in hopes of a second-half turnaround.

7 hours ago

Kyle Teel • C • White Sox

Kyle Teel Activated on Monday, Priority Pick-Up Ahead of Season Debut?

The Chicago White Sox have activated catcher Kyle Teel (knee, hamstring) from the 60-day injured list ahead of their three-game set against the Cleveland Guardians. Catcher Edgar Quero was optioned to Triple-A Charlotte to make room for Teel on the active roster. Teel has yet to make his 2026 season debut. The 24-year-old suffered a hamstring strain in the World Baseball Classic in March and then sprained the LCL in his right knee in late May while on a rehab assignment. Teel flashed high upside across 297 plate appearances after making his MLB debut in 2025, hitting .273/.375/.411 with eight home runs, 35 RBI, 38 runs scored, and three stolen bases. He's dominated Triple-A pitching while rehabbing from his injuries in 2026, slashing .387/.441/.613 with two home runs across 34 trips to the plate. Now that he's active, Teel is a must-add catcher in any fantasy league where he remains available on the waiver wire.

7 hours ago

Jasson Domínguez • DH • Yankees

Is Jasson Dominguez a Must-Add Outfielder with Everyday Playing Time in New York?

After spending the first month of the 2026 season at Triple-A, New York Yankees outfielder Jasson Dominguez suffered a shoulder injury in early May that caused him to miss another month. However, the 23-year-old is back to full health, and injuries to Yankees outfielders Aaron Judge (ribs), Trent Grisham (hamstring), and Giancarlo Stanton (calf) have opened the door for Dominguez to see everyday playing time. Across a small sample size of 62 MLB plate appearances this year, Dominguez is hitting .241/.279/.431 with two home runs, five RBI, six runs scored, and three stolen bases. The former top prospect flashed upside across 429 plate appearances with the Yankees in 2025, hitting .256 with 10 home runs and 23 stolen bases. Defense and the crowded outfield picture in New York have always been the limiting factors for Dominguez's playing time, but he should have an extended runway to prove himself this time around. With consistent at-bats, Dominguez offers the potential for five-category production and is worth a look on the waiver wire for fantasy managers.

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