Outlook Jake Mangum
Everyday opportunity and elite speed make Jake Mangum a valuable target
Jake Mangum enters the season in a prime position to build on his solid track record. Following a productive stint in Tampa Bay, the 30-year-old outfielder slots in as a crucial piece for the Pirates, where he is poised to see consistent playing time in the outfield. Without a high-end draft pedigree holding him back, Mangum represents an excellent value play who can easily outproduce his acquisition cost by anchoring himself near the top of the Pittsburgh lineup.
Our models project Mangum to provide a highly valuable fantasy foundation, particularly in batting average and stolen bases. Across 338 projected at-bats, he is expected to hit a strong .272 with 12 stolen bases and 22 runs scored. This aligns closely with his career baseline, which includes a brilliant .296 average and 27 stolen bases over 118 games in 2025. While his power is minimal with only three projected home runs, his elite contact skills and speed make him a premium source of average and stolen bases without damaging your ratios.
Ultimately, Mangum is a high-floor asset for fantasy managers looking to solidify their speed and batting average categories. He is a relatively safe option who will provide steady, everyday production, making him an ideal target to round out your outfield depth with reliable active volume.
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Outlook Ryan O'Hearn
Sizzling Ryan O'Hearn is a premier starting option ahead of Coors Field trip
Ryan O'Hearn is absolutely tearing it up for Pittsburgh, highlighted by a career-high six-RBI performance. Over his last seven games, he has maintained a scorching .333 batting average with a home run and seven RBIs. Fully healthy after a mid-May quad issue, he is locked in as the primary starter in right field for a 38-37 Pirates squad currently riding a two-game winning streak.
O'Hearn's current hot streak is backed up by excellent season-long metrics that outpace our initial projections. While our models expected a .266 average and 13 home runs, O'Hearn is already sitting at 11 homers and a .290 average through 60 games. While his recent .333 clip will inevitably regress slightly, his improved plate discipline and middle-of-the-order role make him a highly sustainable asset.
The Pirates head to Coors Field for a three-game weekend set against the Rockies, putting O'Hearn in a prime position to produce. He draws highly favorable matchups against struggling Colorado starters, including Kyle Freeland and his 8.31 ERA, along with Michael Lorenzen and his 7.38 ERA. With elite current form and ideal hitting conditions on deck, he is an easy lineup decision. Verdict: Start.
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