Outlook Shea Langeliers
Shea Langeliers remains an elite power source behind the plate with favorable weekend matchups on tap.
Shea Langeliers continues to flash elite power for the third-place Athletics (33-35). Over his last 14 days, the everyday starting catcher has launched four home runs, though his average dipped to .220. With teammate Brent Rooker currently questionable with knee soreness, Langeliers should continue to see maximum reps both behind the plate and as the designated hitter.
While his .211 average over the last 30 days hints at some batting average risk, his season-long .283 average is well ahead of our projected .247 mark. Given his track record of consecutive 29 and 31-homer seasons, his 17 home runs through 62 games are no fluke. Expect the power to remain elite even if his batting average regresses slightly toward our models' expectations.
Following Thursday's off-day, the Athletics host a three-game weekend set against Colorado. Langeliers draws highly favorable matchups against Colorado's starters, including Kyle Freeland and his 7.81 ERA. With such vulnerable pitching on tap, he is an absolute must-start behind the plate this week.
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Outlook Yordan Alvarez
Yordan Alvarez remains an elite, locked-in fantasy force amid a hot streak
Our data shows Yordan Alvarez remains an elite force, batting .318 with a stellar .464 on-base percentage over his last seven games. He serves as the primary designated hitter and backup left fielder for the fourth-place Astros, who are currently 31-39 and riding a two-game losing streak. Alvarez's presence in the heart of the order is more crucial than ever with shortstop Carlos Correa sidelined for the season.
Alvarez is having a monster 2026 campaign, hitting .316 with 22 home runs across 69 games, putting him well on track to smash our rest-of-season projection of 30 homers. Comparing this to his career .308 average in 2024 and his current 1.069 OPS, this elite production is no fluke and is fully supported by his outstanding plate discipline.
Looking at the remaining schedule for the week, the Astros travel to Kansas City for three games starting Friday. Alvarez will draw favorable matchups against Luinder Avila, who carries a high 1.60 WHIP, followed by Noah Cameron (3.84 ERA) and Stephen Kolek (3.14 ERA). Given his red-hot form and strong matchups, continue to run him out there with confidence. Verdict: Start.
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