Outlook Nasim Nunez
Elite Speed Tool Gives Nasim Nunez Intriguing Late-Round Fantasy Appeal
Nasim Nunez enters the season with a clear opportunity to establish himself in the majors, currently slated as Washington's everyday second baseman and the primary backup at shortstop. At just 25 years old, the dynamic infielder has earned rave reviews for his high-intensity play and spectacular defensive glove. He should secure plenty of playing time if his defense remains elite, though he will need to prove he can hit enough to maintain a hold on a regular spot in the lineup.
From a fantasy perspective, Nunez is a one-category specialist with game-changing upside on the basepaths. Our projections expect him to steal 24 bases in a limited 273 at-bats, showing just how active he is when he gets on base. However, the rest of his offensive profile carries significant risk; our models project a weak .227 batting average, a .291 on-base percentage, and minimal power with just four home runs. He will rely heavily on his walk rate and bunt hits to generate on-base opportunities.
Ultimately, Nunez is a target for fantasy managers who find themselves desperate for stolen bases late in drafts. He offers virtually no power or RBI support, making him a batting average liability, but his elite speed gives him a very high ceiling in the stolen base category. If you can buffer his average with high-contact hitters early in your draft, Nunez is a cheap source of speed worth taking a flyer on in deeper formats.
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Outlook Joshua Baez
Power Prospect Joshua Baez Demolishes Triple-A Ahead of Potential Promotion
St. Louis Cardinals outfield prospect Joshua Baez is generating massive fantasy buzz after a historic four-homer, seven-RBI game for Triple-A Memphis, pushing his minor-league-leading total to 23 home runs. He has no recent major league appearances and is not currently on the active roster for the second-place Cardinals, who hold a 40-32 record. He remains optioned in the minors, with Jordan Walker currently serving as the primary starter in right field.
Although Baez lacks major league career stats, his immense power surge is completely legitimate, backed by multiple exit velocities exceeding 110 mph. While his raw home run power is undeniable, fantasy managers should expect some initial contact and strikeout regression whenever he makes his big-league debut.
The Cardinals have three games remaining this week on the road against Kansas City, but Baez will not be active to face scheduled starters like Noah Cameron or Seth Lugo. While he is an elite stash candidate in dynasty and deep bench leagues, he remains a Sit in all active weekly lineups until the club officially calls him up.
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