Outlook Maikel Garcia
Breakout infielder primed for multi-category impact in high-powered Orioles lineup
Westburg enters the season with a secure everyday role in the Baltimore infield, primarily slotting in as the regular starter at second and third base. His versatility and pedigree as a former high draft pick give him immense playing time security in one of the league's most potent young offenses. At age 27, he is entering his physical prime, and his ability to hit in the heart of a lineup that features young stars like Gunnar Henderson and Adley Rutschman will provide him with abundant counting stats.
Our models project a highly productive season for Westburg, highlighted by 21 home runs, 78 runs scored, and 78 RBIs over 544 at-bats. Coming off a year where he established himself as a reliable 5-category contributor, his underlying metrics support this step forward. He is expected to hit around .268 with a strong .338 on-base percentage, providing solid average and OBP support, while adding a speed chip-in of nearly 10 stolen bases. This power-speed blend makes him an excellent target for fantasy managers looking for reliable infield ratios and run production.
Drafting Westburg at his current ADP around the eighth or ninth round represents an outstanding value. He offers a very safe floor due to his multi-position eligibility and secure place in Baltimore's batting order, while his raw power and run-scoring environment give him top-50 overall upside if he takes another step forward. He is a priority target for managers seeking an elite, versatile glue-guy in the middle rounds of drafts.
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Colson Montgomery’s Power Surge Makes Him a Locked-In Play This Week
Colson Montgomery is swinging a red-hot bat, slugging .692 with a .346 batting average and two home runs over his last seven games. He continues to secure his role as Chicago's everyday starting shortstop, which is crucial now that star teammate Munetaka Murakami is sidelined on the injured list. His efforts have kept the second-place White Sox (32-27) rolling.
Montgomery's recent tear provides a welcome boost after a colder stretch that saw him hit just .224 over the last fortnight. This volatility is typical for a young shortstop, but his 15 home runs on the season showcase real, sustainable power. Our models project him to reach 19 home runs with a .226 rest-of-season average, meaning you should expect solid pop with a slightly draining batting average.
The White Sox embark on a six-game road trip, starting with three in Minnesota and three in Philadelphia. While the week kicks off tough against Joe Ryan (2.94 ERA), Montgomery gets highly favorable matchups later against Connor Prielipp (5.13 ERA), Andrew Painter (5.74 ERA), and Aaron Nola (5.72 ERA). With plenty of vulnerable pitching on deck, he is a must-play. Weekly Verdict: Start.
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