Nelson Velazquez

Nelson Velazquez went 1-for-4 with a home run and two RBI in the Royals' 11-8 loss to the Padres.

Fantasy Impact

His solo shot contributed to his season tally, bringing his home run count to eight and RBI to 21. Despite the power display, Velazquez's season batting average remains a concern at .220, reflecting ongoing struggles at the plate. His high strikeout rate of .289 and low walk rate of .072 suggest difficulties in plate discipline, which could limit his fantasy upside. However, his ability to contribute home runs might keep him relevant in deeper fantasy leagues where power is at a premium.

Nelson Velazquez went 2-for-4 with two home runs and three RBI in the Royals' 6-1 victory over the Twins.

Fantasy Impact

Velazquez's performance showcased his power potential, as he drove in half of Kansas City's runs with his pair of long balls. Despite a modest .224 batting average for the season, his slugging display could hint at a turning point for the outfielder, who has now tallied seven homers. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on Velazquez for potential power contributions, although his high strikeout rate and low walk rate suggest a cautious approach might be wise. His ability to impact games with his power, however, cannot be ignored in formats that value home runs and RBI.

Nelson Velazquez went 2-for-5 with a home run, a double, two runs scored, and two RBI in the Royals' 7-4 victory over the Rays.

Fantasy Impact

This performance could be a sign of Velazquez turning a corner after a sluggish start to the season, raising his average slightly to .232. His power has been evident with five homers and eight doubles over 43 games, but his high strikeout rate (.295) and low walk rate (.077) continue to limit his on-base potential. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on Velazquez for potential streaky production, especially in formats that reward extra-base hits and RBI.

Nelson Velazquez went 1-for-2 with a home run, two runs scored, and an RBI in the Royals' 8-3 victory over the Tigers.

Fantasy Impact

Velazquez also drew two walks and struck out once, contributing significantly to the team's offensive output. Despite a rather modest .226 batting average over 41 games this season, his performance in this game could hint at an uptick in productivity. Fantasy managers should note his power potential, evidenced by his four home runs and decent BABIP.

Nelson Velazquez is in the Royals lineup on Wednesday against the Tigers.

Fantasy Impact

Velazquez draws the start in left field for Kansas City. He is hitting .221 with 12 RBI on the season.