Outlook Kody Clemens
Kody Clemens Sizzling at the Plate as He Solidifies Regular Role with Twins
Kody Clemens is on an absolute tear, boasting a blistering .409 batting average with three home runs and six runs scored over his last seven days. Operating as the primary everyday starter at first base for a third-place Minnesota Twins club currently sitting at 31-38, Clemens has injected much-needed power into the lineup. His recent power surge, which includes launching a home run off a 100.1 mph pitch, has cemented his everyday status.
While his .287 batting average over the last 30 days is a significant asset, fantasy managers should expect some regression toward his projected .230 season baseline and a career average that hovers closer to .210. However, his power output is legitimate; our models project him to reach eight home runs over a limited 230 at-bats, and he has already swiped five bases this year. Though the average will likely dip, his secured playing time makes him a viable corner infield option.
Looking at the remainder of the week, the Twins finish their series in Detroit before heading home to host St. Louis. Clemens faces highly favorable matchups against Detroit's Keider Montero and St. Louis's Kyle Leahy and Matthew Liberatore, all of whom carry ERA marks near or above 3.95 and high WHIP ratios. The only tough test comes on Sunday against Michael McGreevy, making this a great week to ride his hot hand. Verdict: Start.
Updated 14 hrs ago
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Outlook Chase DeLauter
Chase DeLauter Slumping Amid Guardians' Slide but Retains Everyday Role
Chase DeLauter has hit a rookie wall lately, batting just .227 over his last 14 days without a home run. However, he remains locked in as Cleveland's primary right fielder. The second-place Guardians are currently 37-33 and looking to snap a four-game losing streak.
This cold spell looks like a temporary speed bump when compared to his overall 2026 line of a .254 average and seven home runs. Our models project him to finish with a .245 average and 16 homers over 436 at-bats. Fantasy managers should preach patience, as his early-season power display was no fluke.
For the remainder of the week, Cleveland faces Detroit at home. DeLauter draws a highly favorable matchup on Friday against Jack Flaherty and his 5.52 ERA, though Sunday brings a tougher test in Troy Melton. He is a fine option to keep in your lineup as a weekly Start.
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