Outlook Kody Clemens
Kody Clemens remains a viable power option as the Twins prepare for a crucial homestand.
Clemens has cooled down over the last seven days, batting just .179, but he has been a major source of run production for the third-place Twins (38-41) with three homers and nine RBIs over his last 14 days. Currently slotted as the team's everyday starter at first base, his path to consistent playing time is secure, especially with catcher Ryan Jeffers sidelined on the injured list.
While our season models projected just eight homers, Clemens has already blown past that mark with 11 home runs and a solid .243 average across 66 games this year. His .464 slugging percentage proves his power spike is legitimate, though his 55 strikeouts in 235 at-bats suggest his batting average will likely regress closer to his career baselines.
The Twins host six games this week, facing a tough Dodgers pitching staff before welcoming the Rockies. Clemens draws highly favorable matchups against high-ERA starters like Eric Lauer (5.37 ERA) and Michael Lorenzen (7.38 ERA), making him an excellent option to insert into lineups. Verdict: Start.
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Outlook Eugenio Suarez
Suarez's power surge makes him a viable corner-infield option despite batting average risk.
Eugenio Suarez has shown flashes of his signature power recently, highlighted by a two-homer, six-RBI outburst, though he continues to struggle with contact, batting just .184 over his last 30 days. The fifth-place Reds (37-39) are currently on a two-game winning streak and will continue to lean on Suarez as their everyday third baseman with teammate Ke'Bryan Hayes sidelined on the injured list with a back issue.
While Suarez's current .208 average and high strikeout rate this season are major liabilities, his historical profile suggests the power is legitimate, coming off a career-high 52-home-run campaign in 2025. Our projections expect him to finish with 22 home runs and 69 RBIs, meaning a power bounce-back is highly likely even if his batting average remains a drag on your roster.
The Reds have a six-game slate this week, featuring three home games against Milwaukee followed by three on the road against Pittsburgh. Fantasy managers will face tough matchups against Brandon Woodruff and Paul Skenes, but Suarez gets highly favorable draws against Brandon Sproat, Jared Jones, and Mitch Keller. Because of the high volume and home run potential, he is a recommended Start.
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