Outlook Casey Schmitt
Casey Schmitt's Versatility and Red-Hot Bat Make Him a Must-Start
Casey Schmitt is scorching hot, batting .588 with a home run over his last seven days for the fourth-place Giants, who are looking to snap a three-game skid. With Heliot Ramos sidelined, Schmitt has taken over as the primary everyday left fielder while maintaining utility eligibility across the infield. His secure playing time and positional flexibility make him a highly valuable asset right now.
Schmitt is having a career year, batting .296 with 16 home runs, easily surpassing his previous career highs. While our models expect some regression—projecting a .239 average and eight home runs over his remaining 213 at-bats—his improved plate approach suggests he will remain a viable mixed-league contributor rather than a total fluke.
The Giants play six home games this week, starting with a three-game set against Oakland followed by three against Atlanta. Schmitt faces several vulnerable starters, including Aaron Civale and Jeffrey Springs, though he must navigate tough matchups against Gage Jump and ace Chris Sale. Our weekly projection expects a strong .321 average with another home run, making him a locked-in fantasy option.
Updated 1 day ago
Latest News Casey Schmitt
Outlook Justin Crawford
Crawford Sizzles at the Plate as Phillies Head Out for Busy Seven-Game Week
Justin Crawford is on fire, batting .389 over his last seven days and providing a spark at the bottom of the lineup. He has locked down the everyday center field job for the second-place Phillies, who enter the week riding a two-game winning streak. With outfield injuries mounting in Philadelphia, Crawford's path to everyday playing time is entirely secure.
While his recent surge is encouraging, his .232 average over the last 30 days aligns closer to his .244 career mark, indicating some plate discipline regression is inevitable. Still, our models project him to settle in around a solid .268 batting average rest of season. His elite speed remains his calling card, giving him a safe floor for stolen bases and runs.
The Phillies play seven road games this week, beginning with four in Washington before heading to New York. Crawford will face several struggling pitchers, including Zack Littell and his 5.45 ERA, alongside Kodai Senga, who carries a 9.00 ERA. Given the high volume and favorable matchups, he is a premium option in all formats. Verdict: Start.
Updated 1 day ago
