Outlook Jake McCarthy
Jake McCarthy's recent power surge and everyday role make him an explosive fantasy option.
McCarthy has been on fire for the fifth-place Rockies, slashing .360/.429/.720 with two homers and seven RBIs over his last six games. With Brenton Doyle and Mickey Moniak both residing on the injured list, he has comfortably assumed the everyday starting role in center field. This increased opportunity and sudden power surge make him a highly coveted waiver wire add.
While McCarthy's recent 1.149 OPS is an obvious spike, his overall .277 average this season is supported by a strong .285 mark from his 2024 campaign. Our projections expect some regression toward a .252 average and a modest six home runs, but his blazing speed remains a legitimate category-winning asset. He should continue to run frequently while maintaining his regular lineup spot.
Colorado finishes the week with a three-game home series at Coors Field against Milwaukee. McCarthy faces a great matchup on Friday against Brandon Sproat and his 6.56 ERA, before a much tougher test Saturday against ace-level Jacob Misiorowski (1.65 ERA). Given his red-hot current form and the favorable park environment, he is a premier lineup option.
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Outlook Curtis Mead
Curtis Mead's Power Surge Earns Everyday Role and Fantasy Viability
Curtis Mead has unlocked everyday playing time for the third-place Nationals (31-32), who are looking to snap a three-game losing streak. Over the last 14 days, Mead has been a force, batting .261 with four home runs and 10 RBIs. He has secured a regular role as a key corner-infield piece, driven by elite production against right-handed pitching.
While his career stats showed modest power in previous seasons, Mead’s sudden surge—boasting eight homers already this year—is backed by excellent quality of contact. Our models project him to sustain this progress with 10 home runs over his next 80 at-bats, indicating this breakout is a genuine step forward rather than a fluke.
The Nationals head to Arizona for a three-game weekend series starting June 5th. Mead faces a mixed bag of matchups, starting against a vulnerable Merrill Kelly (5.06 ERA) before facing tougher assignments in Eduardo Rodriguez (2.24 ERA) and Michael Soroka (3.49 ERA). Given his everyday volume and strong form, he should remain active in all lineups. Verdict: Start.
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