Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Christian Moore is up, can you trust Samad Taylor?
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Key Points:
- Waiver Wire Watch offers weekly fantasy baseball player recommendations based on recent performance and role changes, focusing on players rostered under 40% in Yahoo! leagues to maximize availability.
- Notable hitter adds include Paul Goldschmidt (NYY) for playing time and hot streak, Kody Clemens (MIN) for batting average and starting role, and Dominic Canzone (SEA) for power upside during a hot stretch.
- Pitcher recommendations highlight Stephen Kolek (KCR) for consistent recent success, Gage Jump (ATH) for strong performance despite ballpark concerns, and Griffin Jax (TB) for versatility and favorable upcoming matchups.
- Several prospects and young players are suggested as stash or deep-league adds, such as Joshua Baez (STL) with power-speed potential, Christian Moore (LAA) with recent call-up and plate discipline, and Cooper Pratt (MIL) as a new shortstop option.
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