Outlook Ryan Ward
Ryan Ward's Power Surge Offers High-Upside Stream Potential
The first-place Dodgers (43-25) have leaned on Ryan Ward since Teoscar Hernandez landed on the injured list. Ward has capitalized on the opportunity, hitting .250 with three home runs and 10 RBIs over the last 14 days, including his first career grand slam on June 10. He currently slots in as a primary depth option in the outfield and at first base while the lineup heals.
Ward's recent power surge, highlighted by a .708 slugging percentage, far exceeds our modest baseline projection of a .208 batting average. While his raw power is legitimate, his lack of an everyday starting role makes him a regression risk once the outfield gets healthy. Enjoy the current hot streak, but be prepared for playing time to dwindle in July.
For the rest of the week, the Dodgers face several high-ERA starters, including Pittsburgh's Mitch Keller (4.81 ERA) and Chicago's Erick Fedde (4.69 ERA). These favorable matchups give Ward a great chance to continue producing runs over the remaining four games. He is a highly intriguing plug-and-play option. Verdict: Stream.
Updated 11 hrs ago
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Outlook Cole Carrigg
Speedy Prospect Cole Carrigg Promoted; Outfield Injuries Open Up Everyday Role
The fifth-place Rockies (26-42) recently promoted Cole Carrigg, who immediately flashed his elite 29 ft/sec sprint speed with a triple in his June 9 debut. With outfielders Brenton Doyle and Tyler Freeman sidelined on the injured list, plus Jake McCarthy battling an illness, Carrigg has quickly slotted into a starting outfield role. Though he is just 1-for-7 to begin his big league career, his immediate opportunities in the lineup are secure.
Do not be discouraged by Carrigg's early .143 batting average, as the tiny two-game sample is entirely negligible. Before his promotion, he dominated Triple-A with a stellar .338/.414/.529 slash line and a whopping 30 stolen bases. While our models project a modest baseline of seven homers and seven steals rest-of-season, his minor league track record suggests a far more explosive speed ceiling if his contact skills translate.
Looking at the remaining four games this week, Colorado finishes a home series against the Cubs' Edward Cabrera (4.99 ERA) before traveling to Oakland. There, Carrigg will face a mix of tough arms like Gage Jump (2.45 ERA) and vulnerable pitchers like Jeffrey Springs (4.68 ERA). His elite wheels make him a priority add in all deeper formats, cementing his status as a weekly Hold.
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