Outlook Ryan Kreidler
Kreidler Surges with Elite Batting Average as Every-Day Starter
Kreidler has emerged as a massive bright spot for the third-place Twins, who are currently 38-44 and looking to snap a frustrating three-game losing streak. Over his last seven days, he has torched opposing pitching for a .421 average with six RBI and a .450 OBP, solidifying his role as the everyday shortstop and primary backup in center field. His ability to limit strikeouts recently has allowed his contact skills to finally translate into consistent run production.
This breakout 2026 campaign is a complete reversal of his previous career trajectory; he currently sports a .281 average and four home runs after years of struggling to hit above .150. While his recent .421 clip is an unsustainable peak, his significant improvement in plate discipline and power—highlighted by a 438-foot blast earlier this season—suggests he has finally evolved into a reliable fantasy contributor. We expect some regression, but his floor is much higher than in previous seasons.
The remainder of the week offers a goldmine of matchups against a Colorado rotation struggling with immense consistency issues. He faces Michael Lorenzen and his bloated 7.33 ERA on Saturday, sandwiched between matchups against Tomoyuki Sugano and Ryan Feltner, both of whom carry ERAs above 4.60. With three games at home against these vulnerable arms and a lack of high-velocity threats in the opposing bullpen, he is a primary fantasy target for the weekend. Start.
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Outlook A.J. Ewing
Dynamic rookie center fielder provides multi-category spark despite Mets' recent struggles
Ewing has been a bright spot for the last-place Mets, who are currently struggling with a 34-47 record and a six-game losing streak. Over the last 14 days, he has maintained a solid .256 average with two home runs and eight RBI, cementing his role as the primary everyday starter in center field. With veteran teammate Marcus Semien recently hitting the injured list with a hip strain, Ewing's status as an offensive catalyst is more vital than ever.
His recent production appears sustainable under the hood; elite bat tracking data from earlier this month showed exit velocities over 110 mph, supporting the modest power surge from a player known primarily for his speed. While his .256 average over the last 30 days is just below our projected .265 mark, his discipline is impressive for a 21-year-old, as evidenced by his 18 walks in 41 career games. Expect the stolen base volume to remain consistent, as he has already swiped eight bags since his debut.
The upcoming schedule features a challenging home stretch against the Phillies, beginning with a difficult matchup today against Zack Wheeler and his elite 2.11 ERA. The series continues with Alan Rangel (2.25 ERA) before ending with a much more favorable draw against Jesus Luzardo, who carries a 4.60 ERA and 1.34 WHIP. Despite the difficult matchups to start the weekend, Ewing's speed and locked-in role at the top of the lineup keep him in play for all formats. Verdict: Start.
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