Outlook Jung Hoo Lee
Jung Hoo Lee's Historic Hit Streak Makes Him a Must-Start
Jung Hoo Lee is the hottest hitter in baseball, currently riding a historic 18-game hitting streak and slashing an unbelievable .516 over the last seven days. Operating as the everyday starting right fielder, his return from a brief IL stint has given a huge spark to the fourth-place Giants. Despite his efforts, San Francisco sits at 28-41 and is searching for stability with key bats like Heliot Ramos on the injured list.
While Lee's current .469 average over the last 30 days is a clear outlier, his elite contact skills make him a high-floor fantasy asset. He currently boasts a .338 average on the year, far ahead of our original .263 projection and his .266 mark from last season. Expect some natural regression in his batting average on balls in play, but his microscopic strikeout rate suggests he will remain a premium source of average and runs.
For the remainder of the week, the Giants host a three-game series against the Cubs. Lee faces a tough test Friday against Ben Brown and his stingy 1.74 ERA, but he gets a highly favorable matchup on Sunday against Colin Rea, who carries a 5.37 ERA. Given his current white-hot form and locked-in role at the top of the lineup, he is an easy fantasy call. Verdict: Start.
Updated 3 days ago
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Outlook Casey Schmitt
Casey Schmitt's power surge makes him a must-roster utility asset
Schmitt has been on a tear, swatting three home runs and driving in five runs over his last seven games for the fourth-place Giants. His elite defensive versatility has kept his bat in the lineup daily, especially with outfield injuries locking him in as an everyday starter.
While our models projected a modest eight home runs for the season, Schmitt has already blown past that with a career-high 15 longballs in 2026. His current .276 average is a substantial leap from his career mark of .237 in 2025, suggesting minor regression may lie ahead, but the breakout is largely legitimate.
The Giants finish their week at home against the Cubs, offering a mixed bag of matchups. Schmitt will face a tough test Friday against Ben Brown and his stingy 1.74 ERA, but Sunday brings an excellent opportunity against Colin Rea's 5.37 ERA. Weekly Verdict: Start.
Updated 3 days ago
