Outlook Maxwell Muncy
Maxwell Muncy remains sidelined with a hand fracture but approaches a mid-June return window
Maxwell Muncy has not played recently while recovering from a fractured fifth metacarpal in his left hand, an injury that has kept him out since late April. The third-place Athletics (31-34) have had to adapt, deploying Zack Gelof as the primary option at third base in Muncy's absence.
Prior to landing on the injured list, the 23-year-old infielder was batting .239 with two home runs over 26 games. Our models project a solid .250 average with eight home runs and five steals the rest of the way, which would represent a nice step forward from his .214 rookie campaign in 2025.
The Athletics are scheduled for six home games this week against the Brewers and Rockies. However, because Muncy is still completing his rehabilitation and targets a mid-June return, fantasy managers must leave him on the bench or in an IL slot for now. Verdict: Sit.
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Outlook Caleb Durbin
Caleb Durbin's hot streak and secure everyday role make him an appealing option as the Red Sox look to climb out of the division basement.
Caleb Durbin is finding his stride for the last-place Red Sox (27-36), batting .314 with seven RBI over his last nine games. He has locked down the everyday third base role in Boston, especially with Nick Sogard on the injured list with an oblique strain. This guaranteed volume secures his spot in the lineup.
Durbin's recent surge is a welcome sight after a sluggish .192 season average. While his hot streak will cool, our models slate him for a .251 average rest-of-season, much closer to the .257 mark he posted last year. Expect his performance to stabilize as a decent source of contact and speed.
Boston plays six games this week, starting with three in Tampa Bay before returning home to face Texas. Durbin draws excellent matchups against Ian Seymour (5.65 ERA) and Jack Leiter (4.85 ERA), though Jacob deGrom looms. Thanks to his locked-in playing time and hot bat, he is a solid weekly Start.
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