Mitch Garver went 1-for-4 with a run scored in the Mariners' 5-4 victory over the Astros.
Fantasy Impact: Despite reaching base twice, thanks to a walk, Garver's struggles at the plate this season continued, as evidenced by his meager .156 batting average and high strikeout rate of .330. His performance this year has been underwhelming, with only three homers and eight RBI over 28 games. Fantasy managers should be cautious; Garver's current form doesn't inspire much confidence, and his low BABIP of .211 suggests he's not just unlucky but genuinely struggling to make effective contact.
Matt Chapman went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts in the Giants' 5-4 loss to the Phillies.
Fantasy Impact: This performance continues a troubling trend for Chapman, who has been struggling to find his rhythm at the plate this season. With a batting average now sitting at a meager .215 and a high strikeout rate of .264, his inability to contribute offensively is becoming a significant concern for fantasy managers. His power numbers are modest, and his on-base skills are not compensating for the lack of hits, which is reflected in his poor .267 wOBA. Unless Chapman can turn things around quickly, his fantasy relevance may continue to diminish, making him a risky play in all formats.
Maikel Garcia went 0-for-5 with three strikeouts in the Royals' 3-2 loss to the Rangers.
Fantasy Impact: This performance underscores a troubling trend for Garcia, who has been struggling to make impactful contact this season, evident from his .232 batting average and increasing strikeout rate. His inability to get on base this game, combined with a season-long low walk rate of .066 and a wOBA of .284, suggests that fantasy managers should temper their expectations. While his speed has translated into eight stolen bases, his lack of consistent hitting and on-base skills are limiting his scoring opportunities and overall fantasy value.
Jeremy Pena went 1-for-4 with a run scored in the Astros' 5-4 loss to the Mariners.
Fantasy Impact: Despite the underwhelming performance in this game, Pena's season has been quite impressive, maintaining a .323 batting average with a solid .355 wOBA. His ability to consistently get on base, evidenced by a .365 BABIP, suggests that he remains a valuable asset in fantasy lineups, especially given his combination of power and speed. While today's game might not highlight his potential, his overall season performance should keep fantasy managers confident in his contributions moving forward.
Ke'Bryan Hayes played a modest role in the Pittsburgh Pirates' 5-3 win against the Colorado Rockies, finishing the day 1-for-4 with an RBI and a run scored.
Fantasy Impact: This performance is a snapshot of Hayes's season, marked by a .254 batting average and modest power numbers. His ability to get on base and contribute RBI, albeit inconsistently, keeps him relevant in deeper fantasy leagues, particularly those that value defensive prowess at the hot corner. However, his lack of home runs and stolen bases limits his upside in standard formats. Owners should view Hayes as a situational play, depending on matchups and league depth.
Lars Nootbaar went 1-for-3 in the Cardinals' 5-1 loss to the White Sox.
Fantasy Impact: This performance is a continuation of what has been a challenging season for Nootbaar, who is now batting just .169 through 21 games. His lack of production across the board, with only one home run and a .240 wOBA, is concerning for fantasy managers. Given his current form, it might be wise to consider other outfield options, as Nootbaar's inability to contribute significantly in any statistical category diminishes his value in most fantasy formats. His low BABIP of .203 suggests some bad luck, but not enough to promise a significant turnaround soon.
Taylor Ward went 1-for-4 with a double in the Angels' 4-1 loss to the Guardians.
Fantasy Impact: This performance was a minor blip in what has been a fairly productive season for Ward, who maintains a .279 batting average with seven home runs and 24 RBI through 34 games. His ability to hit for both power and average is valuable, though his low walk rate (.048) and high strikeout rate (.221) continue to be areas of concern. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on his contact rates and plate discipline, as improvements in these areas could lead to more consistent production. For now, Ward remains a viable fantasy option, especially in formats that reward extra-base hits.
Jung Hoo Lee went 1-for-5 in the Giants' narrow loss to the Phillies.
Fantasy Impact: This performance is a snapshot of Lee's somewhat underwhelming season, marked by a .244 batting average and minimal power-hitting contributions. His lack of production in key categories like home runs and RBIs, coupled with a low walk rate, limits his appeal in most fantasy formats. Given his current stats, including a modest .273 wOBA and .252 BABIP, fantasy managers might consider Lee a bench option at best, unless he can find a way to significantly boost his on-base skills or slugging numbers.
Brandon Nimmo went 1-for-3 with an RBI in the Mets' 7-6 loss to the Rays.
Fantasy Impact: Despite the team's defeat, Nimmo's ability to draw walks stood out as he earned three free passes. His season-long performance, characterized by a modest .221 batting average and a high walk rate of .158, suggests a keen eye at the plate, though his power numbers remain limited with only three homers. Nimmo's high on-base skills, underscored by a .339 wOBA, continue to make him a valuable asset in formats that reward on-base percentage, but his lack of consistent hitting and power may limit his appeal in standard leagues.
Kenley Jansen allowed one hit in a clean inning during the Red Sox's 9-2 victory over the Twins.
Fantasy Impact: Despite not adding to his strikeout or save totals, Jansen maintained his strong season form, showcasing control by avoiding any walks. His ERA remains impressive at 1.69, and while his WHIP crept up slightly to 1.22, it's clear he continues to be a reliable option in high-leverage situations. Fantasy managers should keep faith in Jansen, especially in leagues that reward holds and low ERA, though his lack of strikeouts in this outing might raise some eyebrows given his high K/9 rate this season.
Ian Happ went 1-for-3 with a walk in the Cubs' 5-0 win over the Brewers.
Fantasy Impact: Despite the team's success, Happ's individual performance was subdued, contributing minimally to the scoring. His season batting average remains low at .227, and with only one home run and 11 RBI through 32 games, his power numbers are not where fantasy managers would hope. Happ's decent on-base skills, highlighted by a .149 walk rate and a .304 wOBA, offer some value in formats that reward these metrics. However, his limited impact in the power and speed categories makes him a fringe option in standard leagues. His performance today is a reflection of his season thus far—useful in specific contexts but generally underwhelming.
Rhys Hoskins went 0-for-3 with a walk in the Brewers' 5-0 loss to the Cubs.
Fantasy Impact: This performance is a continuation of what has been a challenging season for Hoskins, who is batting just .216 through 31 games. His on-base skills are still evident with a walk rate of .108, but the lack of hits and a low BABIP of .228 are concerning. Fantasy managers should be wary as his power numbers, though decent with six homers, aren't enough to offset his batting average liability. Moving forward, unless he can find a way to boost his average and maintain his power, Hoskins might be more of a drag on fantasy lineups than a boon.
Christian Encarnacion-Strand went 1-for-4 in the Reds' heavy 11-1 loss to the Orioles.
Fantasy Impact: His performance this season has been underwhelming, with a mere .195 batting average and only sporadic contributions in terms of RBIs and runs. His strikeout rate remains high at .286, and a walk rate of .025 suggests significant struggles in plate discipline. Given these numbers, fantasy managers might find little solace in his occasional hits and should consider other options if looking for consistent offensive production. His current form does not bode well for a turnaround, and patience may be wearing thin.
Spencer Torkelson went 2-for-3 with two doubles and an RBI in the Tigers' 5-2 loss to the Yankees.
Fantasy Impact: Despite the team's defeat, Torkelson's performance was a bright spot as he managed to notch a pair of doubles, contributing his only RBI of the game. This season, Torkelson has struggled to find his stride, maintaining a modest .216 batting average through 32 games. His power numbers are notably absent with zero home runs, and his on-base skills are underwhelming with a low walk rate of 0.079. However, his ability to hit doubles (11 so far) suggests there might still be potential for extra-base hits. Fantasy managers should keep expectations in check, but Torkelson's multi-hit game could be a sign of gradual improvement.
Alexis Diaz allowed two hits, two walks, and four earned runs in the Reds’ 11-1 loss to the Orioles.
Fantasy Impact: Diaz entered the game to get some work after last appearing on April 29. Unfortunately he had a very rough day on the mound and will look to bounce back in his next outing. With a 6.57 ERA and a 1.54 WHIP in 13 games, fantasy managers should avoid Diaz for now.
Andres Gimenez went 1-for-4 in the Guardians' 4-1 victory over the Angels.
Fantasy Impact: Despite the team's win, Gimenez's individual performance was underwhelming, contributing just a single and scoring one of the team's four runs. His season batting average now sits at .262, which is decent but not particularly eye-catching for fantasy managers. Gimenez's limited power numbers and moderate speed (only 4 stolen bases in 32 games) make him a fringe option in standard fantasy leagues. His low walk rate (.049) combined with a modest strikeout rate (.147) suggests a need for improvement in plate discipline to boost his fantasy relevance. Overall, unless he can find a way to consistently contribute across multiple categories, Gimenez remains a situational play based on matchups rather than a must-start.
Andres Munoz delivered a flawless performance, allowing no hits and striking out one in 1.1 innings as the Mariners edged out the Astros 5-4.
Fantasy Impact: His outing was efficient, utilizing just 11 pitches to navigate through the Astros' lineup. This appearance lowers his ERA to an impressive 2.03 and continues to solidify his role in high-leverage situations. Munoz's ability to maintain a high strikeout rate (11.5 K/9) while keeping his WHIP at a respectable 1.13 makes him a valuable asset in fantasy leagues, especially those that reward holds and saves. His consistent performance, marked by a strong strikeout-to-walk ratio and minimal blown saves, suggests he should remain a reliable option for fantasy managers looking for bullpen stability.
George Springer went 1-for-5 with a stolen base in the Blue Jays' 11-8 defeat to the Nationals.
Fantasy Impact: Despite managing to swipe a base, Springer's overall performance this season continues to be underwhelming, with a batting average lingering around the Mendoza line at .205. His strikeout rate remains a concern, as evidenced by his three strikeouts in this game, pushing his season total to 25. With only modest contributions in power and speed categories (3 HRs and 5 SBs), Springer's fantasy relevance is currently limited to deeper leagues or formats that heavily reward stolen bases. His low BABIP of .229 suggests some bad luck, but not enough to significantly alter his outlook unless he makes tangible adjustments at the plate.
Anthony Volpe struggled to make an impact in the Yankees' 5-2 victory over the Tigers, finishing the game with a 0-for-3 line but managing to score a run and draw a walk.
Fantasy Impact: Despite his lackluster performance today, Volpe's season has been reasonably productive for a middle infielder, especially considering his speed, which has translated into seven stolen bases. His .252 batting average and .319 wOBA suggest he's been somewhat effective, though his high strikeout rate continues to be a concern. Fantasy managers should view Volpe as a potential source of runs and stolen bases, but temper expectations due to his inconsistency at the plate.
J.T. Realmuto went 3-for-4 with a run scored in the Phillies' 5-4 win over the Giants.
Fantasy Impact: His performance today, marked by consistent contact but lacking in extra-base hits or RBIs, still contributes positively to his season stats, nudging his batting average upwards from .259. While Realmuto's power numbers haven't been staggering, his ability to get on base and score runs remains crucial for fantasy managers. His season-long metrics, including a .322 wOBA and a .321 BABIP, suggest a solid foundation, though the low walk rate (.071) and relatively high strikeout rate (.268) could be areas of concern. Moving forward, Realmuto should continue to be a reliable option at catcher in most fantasy formats, especially in leagues that value batting average and runs scored.
