Wilyer Abreu Fantasy Stats

Boston Red Sox outfielder Wilyer Abreu is viewed as an "everyday" player in the Boston lineup, according to manager Alex Cora. Last summer, Abreu was typically held on the bench when facing southpaws, but he is now expected to earn the starting nod against both right-handed and left-handed pitching. Through 115 games last season, Abreu turned in a strong campaign, posting a .247/.317/.469 slash line with 22 long balls and six stolen bases. Under the hood, the 26-year-old generated an above-average .335 xwOBA with a 12.3% barrel rate, suggesting that his power production could significantly improve if given a full-time role. Additionally, Abreu is an elite defender who will likely provide him a longer leash against southpaws if he struggles. With Abreu projected to see a full-time role in right field, this could limit Kristian Campbell's opportunities in the outfield and will likely shift Roman Anthony to a primary DH role.

According to Chandler Rome of The Athletic, the Houston Astros could look to target Boston Red Sox outfielder Wilyer Abreu before spring training. The Astros have expressed interest in adding a left-handed bat and would have the assets to acquire Abreu from Boston. Their infield is currently quite crowded, and third baseman Isaac Paredes has also been linked to Boston throughout the winter, as they have a need at the hot corner. Abreu turned in a solid 2025 campaign, posting a .241/.317/.469 line with 22 home runs and six stolen bases. He generated an above-average .355 xwOBA with a strong .475 xSLG. He is also an elite defender, placing in the 94th percentile in range and 77th percentile in arm value. If Abreu were to join Houston, he would likely take on a full-time role in right field, which would limit the playing time of both Jesus Sanchez and Cam Smith.

Boston Red Sox outfielder Wilyer Abreu has been the subject of plenty of trade rumors this offseason, due to his team's apparently overcrowded outfield. However, Boston hasn't been willing to part with him at his current value on the open market, and Abreu has also drawn praise for his work this offseason. Both GM Craig Breslow and manager Alex Cora have talked about getting Abreu regular at-bats against lefties. The two-time Gold Glove winner slashed .247/.317/.469 last season and hit a career-high 22 home runs. He was very streaky throughout the season, but he showed lots of upside when he was locked in. His outlook for 2026 is extremely volatile since his role on the roster is uncertain, but if the Sox make a move to open space for him or if he's moved to a place where he plays every day, he could end up delivering very nice value if you can get him late in drafts.

Boston Red Sox outfielder Wilyer Abreu (calf) was activated from the 10-day injured list ahead of Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays. Abreu is back in the mix after missing around a month of action due to a calf issue. He figures to start in right field against a majority of right-handed starting pitching. That being said, Abreu will cover right field and bat eighth during Sunday's contest. Abreu has enough upside with the bat to warrant rostering in deep leagues at the minimum. In a corresponding move, catcher Ali Sanchez has been designated for assignment.

Boston Red Sox outfielder Wilyer Abreu (calf) is expected to return from the injured list on Sunday, according to manager Alex Cora. It appears Abreu is finally ready to return after missing nearly a month of action due to a calf injury. When healthy, Abreu has been a viable option in the Red Sox lineup. He figures to return as the primary right fielder once he's activated. There's some deep league value here for fantasy managers still in the playoffs.

Boston Red Sox outfielder Wilyer Abreu (calf) is finally nearing a return from the 10-day injured list. Abreu will work out in Boston on Friday, and if that goes well, he could join the team in Tampa Bay on Saturday or Sunday, manager Alex Cora told reporters. Abreu has been on the shelf since Aug. 18 with a strained right calf. The hope was that Abreu would miss a minimal amount of time, but his recovery hasn't gone as quickly as expected. He'll end up sitting out a little over a month if the Red Sox activate him this weekend. The 26-year-old has slashed a strong .253/.325/.486 with 22 homers, 69 RBI, 52 runs scored, and six stolen bases over 108 games and 395 plate appearances this season.

Boston Red Sox outfielder Wilyer Abreu (calf) reported some soreness in his right calf after a recent heavy workload, according to manager Alex Cora. Abreu was feeling better on Tuesday, though, and is day-to-day to be activated from the 10-day injured list at some point this week, according to Tim Healey of The Boston Globe. Although it's a bit of a setback for the 26-year-old, he's still expected to return during this week's series against the Athletics in Boston. Abreu has been out since mid-August with a right-calf strain, but he's nearing his return and should play regularly against right-handed pitching to close out the 2025 regular season in right field. The Venezuelan outfielder has already hit a career-high 22 home runs while driving in 69 and stealing six bases in 108 games in 2025 in his third MLB season. Nate Eaton has been getting most of the starts of late in right field in Beantown against right-handed pitchers.

Boston Red Sox outfielder Wilyer Abreu (calf) has a "good chance" to come off the 10-day injured list next week, manager Alex Cora told reporters. Abreu has taken longer than expected to recover from a right-calf injury that has shelved him since Aug. 18. He'll end up missing around a month if the Red Sox activate him when they begin a home series against the Athletics on Sept. 16. The 26-year-old has been one of playoff-contending Boston's most productive players this season, having slashed .253/.325/.486 with 22 homers, 69 RBI, 52 runs scored, and six stolen bases over 108 games and 395 plate appearances.

Boston Red Sox outfielder Wilyer Abreu (calf) ran for the first time in more than a week on Friday and did so again Saturday, manager Alex Cora told reporters. "He feels OK," Cora said. "It wasn't full speed, but better than last time he tried." Cora didn't indicate when Abreu could return from the 10-day injured list. The 26-year-old has been on the shelf with a right-calf injury since Aug. 18, and the hope then was that he would only require a minimum stay on the IL. Unfortunately for the Red Sox and fantasy managers, Abreu's absence is nearing the three-week mark with no clear end in sight. Abreu has set career highs in homers (22) and RBI (69) while slashing .253/.325/.486 with 52 runs scored and six stolen bases in 395 plate appearances.

Boston Red Sox outfielder Wilyer Abreu (calf) said on Tuesday that he has not yet started running, but that he is feeling better, per Elemergente.com's Marcos Grunfeld. The 26-year-old was placed on the 10-day injured list retroactive to August 18 with a right calf strain. He said he expects to begin running this week and is waiting for a progress update from his trainers. Abreu was continuing to provide the power he showed in 2024 this season, slashing .253/.325/.486 with 22 home runs, 69 RBI, and six stolen bases in 395 plate appearances. Fantasy managers should keep an eye out for more news, but Abreu is running out of time to provide any additional fantasy value.