Santana's Power Surge
Carlos Santana continues to display impressive power at the plate, hitting three home runs last week. As a result, his season total has climbed to 18 home runs after Sunday's game. This level of consistent power is nothing new for Santana, who has hit at least 19 home runs in 10 straight seasons, with the exception of the pandemic-shortened 2020 season.
Meanwhile, Michael Taylor has shown proficiency against the Rangers' probable starter, Jose Urena. Taylor has notched two home runs in just 14 career at-bats against Urena, suggesting a favorable matchup the next time these two face off.
Altuve's Strong Performance
Jose Altuve was a top MLB DFS pick on August 9, and he certainly delivered, going 1-for-4 on the day, highlighted by a two-home run performance. He also earned a walk and scored two runs, translating into 28.4 points on FanDuel and 20 points on DraftKings for his efforts.
Witt Jr.'s Consistency
Bobby Witt Jr. continues to impress with his consistent hitting. Witt extended his hitting streak to seven games as of Sunday. In the DFS world, Witt commands top dollar, priced at $6,600 on DraftKings and $4,700 on FanDuel, and it's easy to see why. Witt leads baseball in multiple categories, sporting a .350 batting average and ranking third in OPS at 1.018. Over the last 39 games since June 30, Witt leads in batting average (.445), slugging percentage (.819), and OPS (1.308).
Furthermore, Witt has shown a blend of power and speed with at least 25 home runs and 25 stolen bases this season. His consistency is also reflected in his run production, leading in runs scored with 107 and ranking fifth in RBI with 91. Witt has had at least one hit in 11 of his last 12 games, exemplifying his reliability at the plate.
Massey's Resurgence
Michael Massey has similarly demonstrated his hitting ability, managing multiple hits in three of his last five games. As of Sunday, Massey went 3-for-4, bringing his price to $3,900 on DraftKings and $2,800 on FanDuel. Since August 3, Massey boasts the 16th-best batting average in baseball, hitting a solid .343 over eight games.
Advanced Metrics and Projections
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Fulmer's Struggles
Carson Fulmer is slated to start for the Angels on Monday, but he faces a tough challenge. In his last outing against the Blue Jays, he allowed five runs over three innings. This season, left-handed hitters have found success against Fulmer, posting a .759 OPS. With this in mind, look for teams to potentially exploit his weaknesses moving forward.
Royals on a Roll
The Kansas City Royals are riding high on a four-game winning streak, showing resilience and an offensive spark by averaging eight runs per game during this stretch. This surge in performance could spell trouble for their upcoming opponents and be a sign of a turning tide for the team’s season.
As the season progresses, these storylines offer plenty of intrigue for baseball fans and analysts alike. With standout performances, emerging talents, and strategic matchups, the excitement of the game continues to capture our attention day in and day out.