Outlook Kyle Stowers
Stowers finding his power stroke as Marlins battle for Wild Card positioning
Stowers has found his rhythm in June, slashing .268 with three home runs and nine RBI over his last 14 days. He has solidified his role as the primary first baseman for the third-place Marlins, who currently sit at 42-39 and remain just 1.5 games out of a Wild Card spot. While the strikeouts remain a concern, his middle-of-the-order presence has been a catalyst for Miami’s recent offensive success.
His recent slugging surge suggests a return to the form that saw him blast 25 homers last season. While his .224 season average is a step back from his 2025 breakout, our models project a rebound toward the .242 range as his batted ball luck stabilizes. He remains on pace to match our projection of 21 home runs, making him a reliable source of power if the average holds.
The Marlins finish the week with a three-game series against the Cardinals, facing Michael McGreevy, Dustin May, and Andre Pallante. While these aren't the easiest matchups—specifically McGreevy and his 3.35 ERA—Stowers' high-upside power profile makes him a viable option in most standard formats. Given his everyday role and RBI opportunities, he is a clear fantasy asset for the weekend. Start.
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Outlook Jake Bauers
Jake Bauers continues mid-career renaissance with All-Star buzz and elite power metrics
Jake Bauers has maintained his torrid pace over the last week, batting .294 with a massive 1.017 OPS and his team-leading 14th home run. He is a primary contributor for a first-place Milwaukee squad that sits at 49-29 and is currently riding a four-game winning streak. While technically a versatile rotation option at first base and across the outfield, his heavy usage and career-best production have made him an indispensable part of the lineup.
Our data highlights a significant renaissance for Bauers, whose current .271 average and .508 slugging percentage far outpace his career norms of roughly .200. While his high strikeout rate remains a concern, his elite .377 on-base percentage and 14 homers in 69 games suggest this transformation is legitimate. However, our models expect a dip toward a .213 average for the rest of the season, suggesting some regression from this peak is likely.
The Brewers finish the week hosting a divisional series against the Cubs at home. Bauers faces a favorable matchup tonight against Colin Rea, who enters the contest with a 5.14 ERA and a 1.44 WHIP. With the Brewers' offense firing on all cylinders and Bauers homering in his most recent game, he remains a high-upside play for managers needing power and runs. Verdict: Start.
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