Outlook Cooper Pratt
Rookie Infielder Ignites Brewers' Offense with Elite Speed
State of the Union: Since his mid-June call-up, Cooper Pratt has established himself as a spark plug for the first-place Brewers, who currently lead the NL Central with a 49-29 record. While the official roster data lists him among a crowded group of middle infielders, recent activity confirms he has taken over as the primary shortstop. Over his first nine games, Pratt has hitting at a .259 clip and showcased league-winning wheels by swiping four bases, helping Milwaukee maintain a four-game winning streak.
Under the Hood (ROS): Our projection expected a .250 average with modest power, and Pratt has largely played to that script, though his speed has been far more aggressive than anticipated. He has yet to record an extra-base hit in the majors, which aligns with his career baseline as a contact-first hitter who relies on BABIP and his legs. While the lack of slugging limits his ceiling in points leagues, his elite sprint speed and 33.3% on-base percentage make him a legitimate 25-plus stolen base threat if he maintains this volume of playing time.
The Week Ahead & Verdict: The Brewers finish the week at home with a three-game set against the Cubs. The first-place Crew will face Colin Rea on Friday, a favorable matchup considering Rea’s 5.14 ERA and 1.44 WHIP. Given that the remaining starters for Chicago have struggled with base-runner prevention, Pratt is in a prime position to pad his stolen base totals through the weekend. He is an immediate target for managers needing categorical help in speed. Verdict: Start.
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Outlook Noelvi Marte
Noelvi Marte provides sporadic power for the struggling Reds as he seeks to stabilize his batting average.
Marte has cooled off over the last week, hitting just .176, though he flashed significant power with three home runs over the last 14 days. The fifth-place Reds currently hold a 37-42 record and are looking to snap a three-game losing streak. Since his June recall, our data confirms he has settled in as the everyday starter in right field, a role that remains secure despite various team injuries.
While the recent power surge is encouraging, Marte’s current .200 batting average is a far cry from the .249 our models project for him the rest of the way. His career history, including a .260 mark in 2025, suggests he is a more disciplined hitter than he has shown recently. Fantasy managers should expect his contact rates to improve and his average to trend toward our projection as he adjusts back to major-league pitching.
The Reds finish their week with a three-game set in Pittsburgh, starting today. While the matchup against Paul Skenes and his elite 2.86 ERA is daunting, the weekend looks much brighter against Jared Jones (5.75 ERA) and Mitch Keller (5.20 ERA). With two favorable matchups on deck for the remainder of the scoring period, he remains a high-upside play for those needing outfield power. Start.
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