Outlook Griffin Conine
Griffin Conine stays hot with clutch power surge for the Marlins
Conine has been swinging a potent bat over the last 14 days, slashing .303/.361/.697 with four home runs and eight RBI. The Marlins currently sit third in the National League East with a 55-54 record and are riding a three-game win streak. Conine continues to carve out consistent playing time in the outfield and designated hitter roles, stepping up while the team manages multiple injuries on the active roster.
His current hot streak aligns well with the encouraging power indicators in his career stats and season projection, though his recent .309 average over the last 30 days sits well above his baseline expectations and points to some upcoming batting average regression. However, his strong slugging percentage and ability to leave the yard make him a legitimate power asset rather than a total fluke.
The Marlins face a seven-game slate this week, featuring an away series against the Mets where Conine will square off against starters like Nolan McLean and his 3.32 ERA, along with Freddy Peralta and his 4.93 ERA and 1.50 WHIP. With a full week of games ahead and favorable matchups against higher-ERA pitchers, Conine deserves to be active in fantasy lineups. Start.
Updated 3 days ago
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Outlook Taylor Ward
Taylor Ward facing tough matchups during a six-game slate
Taylor Ward has experienced a quiet stretch at the plate over the last 14 days, slashing .196 with a .283 slugging percentage and a lone home run while striking out 10 times. The Orioles currently sit in fourth place in the AL East with a 53-56 record. Ward continues to hold down the everyday left field role and shares designated hitter duties for Baltimore, though the team is managing multiple injuries across the roster including recent IL stints for Adley Rutschman and Samuel Basallo.
His recent output represents a notable dip compared to his career baseline and overall season projections, which call for a .240 batting average and a .768 OPS. While his batting average has hovered lower lately, his underlying plate discipline remains intact with a strong walk rate over the last month. Our models suggest this cold spell is more of a temporary valley than a permanent regression, and he should find his footing as he settles into the middle of the order.
Baltimore faces a challenging six-game week ahead, opening with a road set against the Tigers before returning home to host the Phillies. The weekend portion features daunting matchups against high-end arms like Cristopher Sanchez, who sports a 2.79 ERA and a 1.20 WHIP, and Zack Wheeler, who enters with a stingy 2.53 ERA and a 0.92 WHIP. Given the tough pitching slate and his recent quiet bat, managers should consider cautious deployment. Sit.
Updated 3 days ago
