Outlook Brayan Rocchio
Brayan Rocchio's breakout speed and improved contact make him a strong middle-infield option.
Rocchio is locked in as the everyday starting shortstop for the first-place Guardians, who currently hold a 36-27 record. Over the last 30 days, he has been on fire, batting .329 with eight stolen bases and 13 runs scored. With shortstop Gabriel Arias sidelined on the 60-day injured list, Rocchio's everyday playing time is incredibly secure.
This recent surge is a massive step forward compared to his career .216 and .232 batting averages in 2024 and 2025. While our season projection expected a modest .236 average and 12 stolen bases, Rocchio is already batting .289 with 11 steals through 60 games. Some regression is likely, but his improved plate discipline suggests his breakout is genuine.
The Guardians finish out the week with four remaining road matchups, starting tonight against Carlos Rodon and the Yankees before a three-game series in Texas. He will face some challenging arms, including Jacob deGrom, but gets a highly favorable matchup on Saturday against Jack Leiter and his 4.50 ERA. Given his base-stealing prowess, he remains a solid play. Verdict: Start.
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Outlook Spencer Steer
Spencer Steer stays red-hot as the primary engine of the Reds' offense
Steer has been on a tear, batting .303 with four home runs and 24 runs scored over his last 30 days, highlighted by a multi-homer game on June 2. Despite the 31-30 Reds sitting fifth in a competitive NL Central, Steer remains locked in as the everyday starter at first base. His elite production is especially crucial now with star teammate Elly De La Cruz sidelined on the injured list with a hamstring strain.
This hot stretch, including a .950 OPS over the last fortnight, easily outpaces our projection of a .240 average and 12 home runs. While some regression toward his career .247 mark is expected, Steer's improved walk rate and reduced strikeouts over the last 14 days suggest his current form is a sustainable step forward rather than a fluke.
Cincinnati travels to St. Louis for three weekend games. Steer draws highly favorable matchups against Kyle Leahy (4.25 ERA) and Matthew Liberatore (4.35 ERA) before facing the tougher Michael McGreevy (2.98 ERA) on Sunday. With high-end counting stats and elite current form, he must be locked in. Verdict: Start.
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