Outlook Jose Ramirez
Jose Ramirez Slumps in Power Categories But Remains a Must-Start Option Amid Cleveland's Division Lead
Over the last 14 days, Ramirez has hit just .224 with one home run and no steals, though he has logged 17 RBIs and eight steals over the last 30 days. He remains the locked-in everyday starting third baseman for the first-place Guardians, who lead the AL Central division with a 34-27 record. With Steven Kwan currently sidelined on the bereavement list, Ramirez remains the absolute focal point of the lineup.
While his recent .240 average is below his 2025 mark of .280, his underlying metrics remain excellent, highlighted by a minuscule 16 strikeouts in his last 104 at-bats. Our season projection expects him to bounce back to a .279 batting average with 28 home runs and 34 stolen bases. Do not panic over this power outage; his historic track record and elite plate discipline ensure a quick return to form.
The road ahead features six games, including tough matchups against Gerrit Cole and Jacob deGrom, though facing Jack Leiter and his 4.50 ERA offers a friendlier spot. Our weekly models project him to log several runs and RBIs alongside strong on-base numbers during this stretch. He remains an elite, must-play option, so keep him active as a weekly Start.
Updated 3 days ago
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Outlook JJ Wetherholt
JJ Wetherholt's elite contact and speed make him a must-start option for the Cardinals
The Cardinals' rookie is swinging a blistering bat, hitting .364 with an outstanding .417 on-base percentage over his last six games to spark the second-place St. Louis offense. Securely locked in as the everyday second baseman, his secure playing time is highly valuable as St. Louis navigates multiple injuries in the lineup.
While his overall rookie average sits at .250, Wetherholt's surging .318 mark over the past fortnight aligns much closer with our rest-of-season projection of a .275 average. His blend of advanced contact skills and double-digit power-speed potential suggests this hot streak is sustainable rather than a temporary flash.
St. Louis plays six home games this week, beginning with a tough series against Texas aces before shifting to highly favorable matchups against a vulnerable Cincinnati staff featuring Nick Lodolo and Brady Singer. Our projection highlights strong multi-category potential and speed upside, making him a mandatory lineup option. Verdict: Start.
Updated 3 days ago
