Outlook Jordan Lawlar
Jordan Lawlar Nears Return as Rehab Shifts to Triple-A
Sidelined since early April with a broken right wrist, Jordan Lawlar has no recent major league games played. However, the elite shortstop prospect is making rapid progress, shifting his rehab assignment to Triple-A Reno as he targets a mid-June return. In his absence, the third-place Diamondbacks (34-33) have leaned on Geraldo Perdomo as their everyday shortstop.
Before the injury, Lawlar flashed his dynamic potential in six games, batting .333 with a home run and a steal. Our projections expect a rest-of-season line of eight home runs, seven stolen bases, and a .232 average over 151 at-bats. While the power-speed pedigree is elite, fantasy managers should anticipate some initial contact struggles upon his return.
Arizona wraps up a series in Miami before visiting Cincinnati this weekend to face Nick Lodolo and Rhett Lowder. Lawlar remains out of the major league lineup this week as he finishes his minor league ramp-up. Keep him stashed on your injured list for his high second-half upside. Verdict: Hold.
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Outlook Zack Gelof
Zack Gelof's sizzling bat and premium weekend matchups make him a must-start.
Gelof has been on a tear, batting .319 with two home runs over his last 14 days. He remains the everyday third baseman for the third-place Athletics, who are currently riding a two-game winning streak. With teammate Brent Rooker nursing a sore knee, Gelof's hot bat is vital to this lineup.
While his recent surge is excellent, our projections expect regression toward a .222 rest-of-season average. However, after struggling with a .174 average last year, his current form aligns closer to his high-upside rookie campaign. His blend of power and speed makes him a hold even during cold spells.
The Athletics' remaining schedule features a highly favorable three-game weekend series against Colorado. Gelof will face struggling Rockies starters, including Kyle Freeland and his 7.81 ERA, making this a prime opportunity to pile up runs and RBIs. Keep him locked in lineups. Verdict: Start.
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