Outlook Tyler Tolbert
Tyler Tolbert stepping into an expanded role amid a wave of Royals injuries
Tolbert has shown flashes of his dynamic speed and contact ability over the last 30 days, collecting six stolen bases and a .417 batting average. The Royals are currently looking up at the rest of the division in fifth place with a 46-63 record, and mounting injuries to key infielders like Bobby Witt Jr. have opened the door for Tolbert to secure consistent playing time as the primary backup at shortstop.
While a .417 batting average over a 30-day sample is certainly elevated compared to his career norms, his ability to impact the basepaths makes him an intriguing weapon. Our models suggest his recent surge in average is due for some regression to the mean, but his baseline projection of double-digit steals provides a solid floor for fantasy managers hunting speed.
The Royals head out for a six-game road trip this week, kicking off a series against the Minnesota Twins before traveling to Colorado. Tolbert will face right-hander Bailey Ober and a vulnerable Rockies pitching staff featuring starters with ERAs over 5.00, presenting plenty of opportunities to rack up counting stats. With a full slate of games on the horizon, he makes for a strong streaming option. Start.
Updated 3 days ago
