Outlook Max Clark
Tigers top prospect Max Clark destroys Triple-A pitching as major league promotion rumors swirl
Max Clark is absolutely tearing up Triple-A Toledo, most recently launching back-to-back homers and flashing elite sprint speed. While he has not yet made his major league debut and is not currently on the active roster for the fourth-place Tigers (25-38), a promotion feels imminent. Detroit's primary center fielder, Parker Meadows, remains sidelined on the 60-day injured list with an arm fracture, leaving a massive opening for the young star.
Our data shows no major league stats for the 21-year-old rookie, but his underlying minor league performance is spectacular. He is regularly flashing exit velocities over 108 mph alongside game-changing speed, suggesting his dynamic power-speed profile is entirely real. While there will be a natural adjustment period once he faces big-league pitching, his elite ceiling makes him one of the premier stash candidates in all of fantasy baseball.
Looking ahead, Detroit has three home games remaining this week against a tough Seattle starting rotation. Because Clark is still awaiting his official promotion, he cannot be used in active weekly lineups for these upcoming games. However, fantasy managers in standard and keeper formats should proactively add him now before the call-up is official. Verdict: Hold.
Updated 3 days ago
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Outlook A.J. Ewing
A.J. Ewing's game-changing speed and regular role in the outfield make him an intriguing fantasy asset.
The 21-year-old rookie has settled in as the everyday center fielder for the fifth-place Mets, especially with Luis Robert Jr. sidelined on the injured list. Over his last seven days, Ewing is batting .261 with four runs and two stolen bases, showcasing his game-changing speed. However, plate discipline remains a hurdle, as he has struck out 19 times over his last 13 games.
Though Ewing has only hit one home run in his first 22 major league games, his raw power is notable. Our models project him to chip in seven home runs and 10 steals with a solid .265 batting average over the remainder of the season. While his high strikeout rate suggests some batting average risk, his elite speed is entirely legitimate and will keep him fantasy-relevant.
Looking at the remaining schedule, the Mets travel to San Diego for a three-game weekend set. Ewing faces a tough matchup Friday against Michael King (3.04 ERA) but should feast on Saturday against Griffin Canning, who carries a weak 7.16 ERA. Given his locked-in volume and elite speed, he is worth deploying in deeper leagues. Verdict: Start.
Updated 3 days ago
