Outlook Liam Hicks
Hicks remains a premier catching asset as breakout season continues
Hicks has been swinging a hot bat, slashing .328 over his last 17 games for a Marlins team that sits at 46-41 and remains firmly in the Wild Card hunt. While a scratch due to back tightness in late June raised red flags, he has returned to the field and currently serves as the primary designated hitter and secondary catcher. This dual-role utilization keeps his elite contact skills in the lineup daily, providing a rare high-floor option at a shallow position.
His 2026 campaign has been a revelation compared to his rookie year, where he managed just six home runs and a .247 average. He has already eclipsed our projection of 12 homers by mid-season and has maintained a .283 average that is nearly 40 points higher than his career baseline. With a significantly improved slugging percentage and a low strikeout rate, his current production looks less like a fluke and more like a permanent step forward in his development.
The Marlins finish their series in Colorado today, where Hicks gets a prime matchup against Michael Lorenzen and his 7.03 ERA in a hitter-friendly environment. The weekend outlook remains favorable with a trip to face the Athletics, where he will see Jack Perkins and Aaron Civale, both of whom carry ERAs above 5.00. Aside from a tough matchup against Gage Jump on Sunday, the path is clear for continued offensive output. Start.
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Outlook Brandon Marsh
Brandon Marsh is the hottest hitter in baseball and a fantasy must-start
Marsh is on an incredible tear, homering in three straight games and slashing .304 with six home runs over his last 14 days. The second-place Phillies (49-38) are leaning heavily on his everyday presence in left field, especially with the team missing Adolis Garcia for the season. His recent power surge has him leading National League outfielders in All-Star voting, cementing his transition from a platoon player to a core lineup fixture.
This production is no fluke; Marsh is currently batting .319 with 15 home runs through 82 games, already far exceeding our season projection of nine homers. While his 10 home runs over the last 30 days represent a peak he likely won't sustain all year, his high career BABIP supports a strong batting average asset. He has evolved into a legitimate five-category contributor who is finally thriving as an every-day starter.
The Phillies conclude their series with Pittsburgh today before traveling to Kansas City for the weekend. Marsh gets a favorable draw today against Jared Jones and his 5.76 ERA. While Michael Wacha (3.31 ERA) presents a challenge on Saturday, Sunday brings another prime opportunity against Luinder Avila and his 1.67 WHIP. With three home runs in his last three games and multiple matchups against struggling pitchers remaining, he is a must-play. Start.
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