Outlook Tyler Soderstrom
Tyler Soderstrom's Scorching Hot Streak Makes Him a Must-Start
Tyler Soderstrom is locked in at the plate, posting a blistering .500 batting average with two home runs over his last seven days, raising his 14-day mark to .341. His offensive surge boosts the third-place Athletics, who currently sit at 28-31 in the division standings. Firmly entrenched as the everyday starting left fielder, Soderstrom's lineup security remains high while the team navigates key injuries to players like Jacob Wilson.
While Soderstrom's recent stretch is elite, his season-long .226 average and our projected .256 baseline suggest eventual regression. However, the power is real, following last year's 25-homer breakout. Even if his average cools off, his improved plate discipline—highlighted by five walks to just one strikeout over the last week—indicates these positive adjustments are more than just a passing fluke.
The Athletics embark on a six-game road trip this week, facing vulnerable pitching staffs in Chicago and Houston. Soderstrom matches up against several high-ERA starters, including Jameson Taillon (5.37 ERA) and Tatsuya Imai (6.17 ERA). With a projected six games of heavy volume against beatable opponents, he is poised for another highly productive week. Verdict: Start.
Updated 3 days ago
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Outlook Jorge Mateo
Jorge Mateo's Red-Hot Surge Demands Fantasy Attention in Atlanta's Elite Lineup
Jorge Mateo has been tearing the cover off the ball, hitting .370 with three home runs and five steals over his last 30 days. He provides a massive spark for the first-place Braves, who lead the NL East with a stellar 40-20 record. Though currently serving as a utility backup in the middle infield, his hot bat is earning him regular playing time.
While Mateo's .316 average is highly encouraging, regression is likely on the horizon. Our models project him to hit .221 rest-of-season, which aligns with his career .221 and .229 marks. While his elite speed remains a constant threat, fantasy managers should treat this high-average stretch as a temporary hot streak rather than a permanent skill growth.
The Braves have six home games this week against Toronto and Pittsburgh. Mateo will face tough matchups in Kevin Gausman (3.26 ERA) and Braxton Ashcraft (2.77 ERA), but he gets excellent opportunities against Patrick Corbin (3.65 ERA) and Bubba Chandler (5.02 ERA). Given his blistering form, he is a strong play this week. Verdict: Start.
Updated 3 days ago
