Outlook Nasim Nunez
Nasim Nunez's red-hot bat and elite speed make him an immediate fantasy priority
Nunez has been on an absolute tear for the fourth-place Nationals, batting an incredible .647 (11-for-17) with three stolen bases over his last six games. The 25-year-old has fully seized the everyday second baseman role in Washington, bringing high-energy defense and game-changing speed to the lineup. With teammate Jacob Young currently questionable with an upper-body injury, Nunez's stability and run-scoring potential at the top of the order are more secure than ever.
While his recent 14-day surge of .429 is a clear outlier compared to his career .234 batting average, his speed is entirely legitimate. Our models project Nunez to restabilize around a .227 average rest-of-season, but his 28 stolen bases on the year highlight his elite, category-winning upside. Because he offers virtually no home run power, fantasy managers must treat him as a specialized speed and runs asset whose hot streak demands attention.
This week, Nunez faces a seven-game slate, beginning with a homestand against the Phillies before heading on the road to battle the Orioles. He matches up against several vulnerable arms, including Aaron Nola (5.89 ERA) and Trevor Rogers (5.48 ERA), though a tough matchup with Cristopher Sanchez (1.80 ERA) will test his plate discipline. With our models projecting nearly three stolen bases over the upcoming week, he is an easy starting option for managers hunting speed.
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Outlook Corey Seager
Seager Heating Up as Rangers Push in the AL West
Corey Seager has been locked in at the plate over the past two weeks, raising his average and reinforcing his spot as the premium anchor in the Rangers' lineup. The Rangers are battling for position in the competitive AL West standings, making Seager's elite everyday presence at shortstop absolutely critical. With no major health concerns reported, he remains a locked-in option in the heart of Texas' batting order.
While his early-season power numbers had a slow start, our models show that his underlying metrics—specifically his hard-hit rate and expected slugging percentage—align perfectly with his elite career norms. This recent surge is a natural correction to his true baseline rather than a temporary hot streak, making him a safe bet to return to his projected pace of nearly 30 home runs and a .285 average by season's end.
The Rangers have a full six-game slate this week, including favorable matchups against pitching staffs that struggle with control. Texas avoids any dominant aces, giving Seager ample opportunity to rack up multiple-hit games and counting stats. Fantasy managers should comfortably lock him into active lineups across all formats as a premier middle-infield option. Start.
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