Outlook JJ Wetherholt
JJ Wetherholt looks like a legitimate All-Star candidate while fueling the Cardinals' postseason push
The 23-year-old rookie has been scorching lately, slashing .333 over his last 12 games with three home runs. Currently serving as the everyday second baseman, he has helped the 42-36 Cardinals stay in the thick of the National League Central race despite their current two-game skid.
While our season projection expected a .275 batting average, his .326 mark over the last 30 days indicates he has found a higher gear as he matures at the plate. His power is also developing faster than anticipated, as he has already reached 12 home runs in 74 games while maintaining an elite .363 on-base percentage.
St. Louis finishes the week at home against Miami, featuring a difficult matchup tonight against the undefeated Max Meyer (2.80 ERA) before a slightly more favorable draw against Tyler Phillips on Sunday. Given his locked-in leadoff role and recent multi-homer upside, he remains a high-floor fantasy option across all formats. Verdict: Start.
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Outlook Kyle Teel
Kyle Teel returns to the heart of the White Sox lineup after long injury layoff
Teel was finally activated on June 22 following a lengthy recovery from hamstring and knee injuries. Though he has just one hit in his first seven at-bats, it is important to acknowledge the small sample size as he shakes off months of competitive rust. The second-place White Sox immediately returned him to his role as the primary everyday catcher, even slotting him into the fourth spot in the batting order.
While early results show three strikeouts in his first two games, our models remain bullish on his season-long outlook. His 2025 campaign featured a strong .273 average, and our data projects he will finish the year hitting near .250 with double-digit home run power. His ability to draw walks and maintain a projected .356 on-base percentage makes him a high-floor asset compared to most options at the position.
The White Sox close out the week with a home series against the division-rival Royals. Teel is slated to face Michael Wacha, a veteran with a solid 3.48 ERA, followed by a much more favorable matchup on Sunday against Luinder Avila and his 5.06 ERA. Given his cleanup role and the scarcity of catching talent in most leagues, he should be in your lineup immediately. Start.
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