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Andy's FAAB fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups and bidding guide for Week 12 (June 16 - June 22). His recommended FAAB dollars to spend on waiver wire adds.
It is time to place our FAAB bids for Week 12 of the fantasy baseball season. This week, we take a look at several top prospects who recently got the call to the big leagues. In addition, the 2022 NL batting title champion is back and is hitting for power.
Our series about FAAB fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups continues as we head into Week 12 of the 2025 MLB season -- June 16 through June 22. This waiver wire article will recommend free agents to target and how much FAAB you should allocate for them.
Each week, I will break down at least one player from each position with ownership percentages under 40 percent in Yahoo! leagues who could improve your roster and provide you with an added boost in several categories. Let's get to it!
Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Hitters to Target
Alejandro Kirk, C, Toronto Blue Jays
30% rostered
FAAB Bid: <20% if needing a No. 2 catcher, <8% for others
Alejandro Kirk has been one of the best hitters in the sport over the past week. In his last 11 contests, the backstop has posted an eye-catching .467/.500/.689 slash line with four doubles, two home runs, 12 RBI, and a 4:4 K:BB.
Under the hood, he sits in the 83rd percentile in xwOBA, 97th percentile xBA, and 97th percentile hard-hit rate. If you are lacking production at catcher, grab Kirk now.
Kyle Teel, C, Chicago White Sox
10% rostered
FAAB Bid: <10% if needing a No. 2 catcher, <5% for others
If you need a No. 2 catcher, check your waiver wire for Kyle Teel. Teel made my column last week, but it is still available in nearly 90% of Yahoo! leagues. Through his first week in the bigs, the top prospect has continued to see table playing time, which is a very positive sign.
Through five games (all starts), Teel has seen time at DH and behind the plate and held a .250 AVG with a 5:5 K:BB. Playing time is hard to find for your No. 2 catcher, essentially in deeper leagues. If available, his prospect pedigree makes him a worthy target.
Other C to consider: Dillon Dingler DET
DJ LeMahieu, 1B/2B/3B, New York Yankees
5% rostered
FAAB Bid: <7% if needing batting average, <3% for others
Since returning to action in mid-May, DJ LeMahieu has seen close to an everyday role at the keystone. Through 22 games, the veteran infielder has been surprisingly productive, posting a .279/.372/.397 line with two doubles and two home runs.
While he lacks power upside, his .281 xBA should suggest he should ride a high batting average going forward. In addition, with an everyday spot in a potent lineup, LeMahieu should be in line to tally a solid amount of counting stats.
Abraham Toro, 1B, Boston Red Sox
20% rostered
FAAB Bid: <15%
With Triston Casas (knee) out for the year, and Rafael Devers refusing to move to first base, Abraham Toro has taken over the starting job, and frankly, run away with it. Since May 23, Toro has posted an impressive .382/.411/.662 slash line with seven doubles, four home runs, 11 RBI, and a 10:3 K:BB.
While the sample size is small, the 28-year-old has generated an elite .301 xBA with a .347 xwOBA. However, his power numbers are due for some regression as he sits near the middle of the pack with a 40.7% hard-hit rate. Similar to LeMahieu, Toro should provide a high batting average but will likely carry slightly higher power upside.
Other 1B to consider: Andrew Vaughn MIL, Josh Smith TEX
Jeff McNeil, 2B/OF, New York Mets
10% rostered
FAAB Bid: <15%
After a disappointing 2024 campaign, fantasy managers did not have high expectations for Jeff McNeil in 2025. However, the 33-year-old has bounced back in a big way, especially from a power perspective. Through his first 37 contests, McNeill has held a .265/.356/.522 line with five doubles, six home runs, and a stolen base.
Over his last nine games entering Thursday, McNeil has slashed a .314/.351/.629 line with three of his home runs. Then on Thursday, he continued this impressive stretch by launching a three-run shot, bumping his HR total to seven.
He has generated an elite 42.7% LA sweet-spot rate, which suggests he has made an emphasis on taking a step in the power department this season. In 2024, he held a 32.2% sweet-spot rate. Add him with confidence.
Happy Jeff might be permanently back.
Jeff McNeil just hit his fourth home run in his last five games. He has 10 RBI over that stretch. pic.twitter.com/3bRVfuhXFK
— Anthony DiComo (@AnthonyDiComo) June 12, 2025
Max Muncy, 2B/SS/3B, Athletics
10% rostered
FAAB Bid: <5%
Max Muncy made his MLB debut earlier this season but struggled during his first stint, holding a .176/.211/.279 line. However, the Athletics opted to promote their No. 6-ranked prospect in early June, and he has begun to turn the corner. Over his last seven games in the big leagues, Muncy has held a .276/.276/.586 line with three home runs and a stolen base.
Earlier this season at Triple-A, Muncy performed at a high level, holding a .325/.397/.504 line with 11 doubles and three home runs. While Gio Urshela (hamstring) is nearing a return to action, for the time being, Muncy should remain a staple in the starting nine.
Christian Moore, 2B, Los Angeles Angels
10% rostered
FAAB Bid: <15%
The Los Angeles Angels announced on Thursday evening that they were promoting their top prospect, Christian Moore. Moore is yet another top pick from the 2024 MLB Draft class who is set to make their MLB debut this season (alongside Nick Kurtz, Cam Smith, and Jac Caglianone).
At Triple-A, Moore has flashed elite power upside, hitting four home runs and four doubles across 20 games. While he has struck out 65 times in 54 games this season, his power upside should not be overlooked. He should have an everyday role in the starting nine going forward.
Other 2Bs to consider: Chase Meidroth CWS, Hyeseong Kim LAD, Brooks Lee MIN
Ronny Mauricio, 2B/3B, New York Mets
15% rostered
FAAB Bid: <7%
With both Mark Vientos (hamstring) and Jesse Winker (oblique) on the 10-day IL, the Mets opted to promote their top hitting prospects to the majors earlier this month. Mauricio initially made his big league debut in 2023 but missed the entire 2024 season recovering from a torn ACL.
Through seven games in the majors this season, Mauricio has made an impact, posting 208/.296/.375 line with a homerun run and two stolen bases. During his time at Triple-A this season, Mauricio hit three home runs and stole four bags.
While his batting average could be tough to trust, the 24-year-old possesses an elite power and speed combination that is worth rostering in all category leagues.
Marcelo Mayer, 3B/SS, Boston Red Sox
16% rostered
FAAB Bid: <23%
When Alex Bregman (quadriceps) hit the 10-day IL, the Red Sox promoted infield prospect Marcelo Mayer. However, Mayer struggled during his first eight games, posting a .200 AVG with a 10:2 K:BB. However, over his last seven games, Mayer has begun to turn the corner, posting a .357/.438/1.071 line with a double and three long balls.
At Triple-A, Mayer held his own, posting a .271/.347/.471 line. The budding star is putting the pieces together and is a must-add this weekend.
Marcelo Mayer has a 138 wRC+ and .874 OPS through his first 46 PA. pic.twitter.com/okT3OfJaOZ
— Tyler Milliken (@tylermilliken_) June 12, 2025
Other 3B to consider: Josh Smith TEX, Cam Smith HOU, Brooks Lee MIN
Otto Lopez, 2B/SS, Miami Marlins
10% rostered
FAAB Bid: <15% if needing a MI in category leagues, <6% for others
While the 26-year-old has posted an underwhelming .216/.293/.405 line over his last 10 games, there are very strong indicators under the hood that make Lopez worth adding this weekend. First, during this stretch, Lopez has been productive in category leagues, hitting two home runs and swiping two bags.
In addition, the infielder currently carries a strong .352 xwOBA, .275 xBA, and a .469 xSLG, all of which are well above the average marks. If you need an infielder in category leagues that will contribute to all five standard categories, target Lopez.
Trevor Story, SS, Boston Red Sox
30% rostered
FAAB Bid: <25%
Here comes Trevor Story. After a rough 54-game opening to his campaign, where he posted a .581 OPS with a 67:10 K:BB, the 32-year-old has begun to find his footing. Over his last 12 contests, Story has posted a .283/.327/.522 line with two doubles, three home runs, one stolen base, and a 15:1 K:BB.
Through June, he has generated an elite .342 xwOBA. While this is tough to trust given his low .256 xwOBA in May, Story is just one home run from already joining the 10/10 club this season. He has 20/20+ upside and needs to be rostered in all rotisserie leagues.
Other SS to consider: Ernie Clement TOR, Hyeseong Kim LAD, Brooks Lee MIN
Evan Carter, OF, Texas Rangers
15% rostered
FAAB Bid: <26%
The 22-year-old was promoted late in the 2023 campaign and played a critical role in Texas's World Series run. However, his 2024 season was spoiled by a lingering back injury. He opened the 2025 campaign with Triple-A but quickly got the call back to the majors.
After a brief stint on the 10-day IL with a right quadriceps strain, the former top prospect has returned to form. Over his last four games entering Friday, Carter has posted four-straight multi-hit games with three home runs and two doubles. His elite .368 xwOBA suggests he should have an everyday role in the starting nine going forward.
Giancarlo Stanton, OF, New York Yankees
15% rostered
FAAB Bid: <18%
Stanton has been sidelined since the spring due to tennis elbow in both arms. However, the 6-foot-6 slugger recently began a rehab assignment and is quickly approaching a return to the Bronx. Through his first three games with Double-A Somerset, Stanton has held a .273/.33/.364 line.
Despite holding a modest .233 AVG last season, Stanton launched 27 long balls and placed in the 99th percentile in hard-hit rate and barrel rate. Hitters with 25+ HR upside should not be on your waiver wire.
Jo Adell, OF, Los Angeles Angels
18% rostered
FAAB Bid: <27% in category leagues and <10% for others
Jo Adell was featured in my column last week, and I hope you were able to get him at a lower price, as his value is rising quickly. Over his last five games, Adell has continued to swing a hot bat, launching four home runs. While he still carries a modest .223/.296/.473 line, his .271 xBA and .550 xSLG suggest positive regression is on the way, and it's already kicking in.
Adell carries 20/20 upside if this production continues.
Jo Adell. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/5MNmKimnxc
— Angels Latam (@AngelsLatam_27) June 10, 2025
Roman Anthony, OF, Boston Red Sox
60% rostered
FAAB Bid: <35%
While we typically do not highlight players over the 40% roster-ship mark, I wanted to give a quick shoutout to Roman Anthony. If he is available in your league, be prepared to spend big.
At Triple-A this season, Anthony held a .288/.423/.491 line with 10 home runs, three stolen bases, and a 56:51 K:BB. Even though Wilyer Abreu's (oblique) eventual return from the IL could complete things, if he starts his MLB career on a high note, the Red Sox won't be able to send him back to Worcester.
Other OFs to consider: Gavin Sheets SD, Trevor Larnach MIN, Jesus Sanchez MIA
Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pitchers to Target
Adrian Houser, SP, Chicago White Sox
15% rostered
FAAB Bid: <7%
Through his first 24 1/3 innings on the South Side, Houser has continued to impress, but is still available in nearly 80% of leagues. During this stretch, the veteran right-hander has held a 1.48 ERA with a 1.03 WHIP. He has begun to mix in two fastballs, a four-seamer, and a sinker, which has done wonders for his production.
Both pitches boast a .271 and .269 xwOBA, respectively. If you need a high-floor SP4/SP5, add Houser with confidence.
Michael Soroka, SP, Washington Nationals
10% rostered
FAAB Bid: <6%
While Soroka does not possess the floor that Houser does, he will tally many more punchouts. Through 42 innings, Soroka has struck out 40 batters and has tallied at least seven punchouts in three different starts this season.
While his 5.14 ERA is not overly appealing, he holds a strong 3.22 xERA and has shown elite control (5.7% walk rate) and has limited hard contact (5.0% barrel rate). After a poor outing on Thursday in Queens, you can acquire Soroka on a much lower bid this weekend.
Colton Gordon, SP, Houston Astros
15% rostered
FAAB Bid: <8%
Colton Gordon made his MLB debut in early May but is coming off his best start. On June 6, Gordon was able to pick up his first win in the majors en route to tossing five innings of one-run ball against the White Sox.
Similar to Soroka, Gordon's pedestrian 5.11 ERA and 1.38 WHIP are likely the reason he is able in more than 80% of leagues. However, under the hood, the rookie southpaw has generated an impressive 3.17 xERA while showing elite command with a 2.8% walk rate. He has posted an above-average 23.6% K rate while allowing hard hits at a 37.7% rate.
If you are falling behind in pitching categories, Gordon is a worthy target. He should produce an elite WHIP given his command and solid mid-3.00s ERA.
Jacob Misiorowski, SP, Milwaukee Brewers
40% rostered
FAAB Bid: <30%
What a debut! Jacob Misiorowski made his MLB debut on Thursday against the Cardinals and looked the part. The hard-throwing right-hander tossed five no-hit innings with four walks and five punchouts. While he exited the game with a leg injury, the team noted their budding ace was fine.
Given his strong debut and stellar 2.13 ERA he held at Triple-A this season, Misiorowski should be locked into the rotation going forward. Add him with confidence.
Other SPs to consider: Sawyer Gipson-Long DET, Chad Patrick MIL
Dylan Lee, RP, Atlanta Braves
10% rostered
FAAB Bid: <7% if needing saves
With Raisel Iglesias falling out of the closer role, the ninth-inning job in Atlanta is wide open, and I'm placing my bets on Dylan Lee. While right-hander Pierce Johnson appeared to be the next in line, he blew a save in his last outing on June 7 and does not have the best track record this season (3.86 ERA, 1.20 WHIP).
Lee, on the other hand, has been one of the few bright spots in the Atlanta bullpen, tossing 29 innings to the tune of 2.17 ERA and a 0.90 WHIP. He has tallied eight holds and just one save. Get ahead of your league mates this weekend and pick up Lee before he's a "must-add" next weekend.
Shelby Miller, RP, Arizona Diamondbacks
31% rostered
FAAB Bid: <26% if needing saves
While Lee is the move to plan ahead, Miller is the player to add for "now". Justin Martinez (elbow) returned to the injured list, which sets up Miller to see the vast majority of save opportunities in the desert.
Miller has not allowed a run in his last seven innings of work. If you're falling behind in saves, be prepared to open your wallet for Miller.
Other RP to consider for saves: Robert Garcia TEX, Alex Vesia LAD
Fantasy Baseball Prospects to Monitor
Bubba Chandler, SP, Pittsburgh Pirates
30% rostered
FAAB Bid: <25%
With Anthony and Caglianone now in the majors, our must-stash list leaves just one name, Bubba Chandler. Chandler is coming off his worst outing, in which he served up four walks and allowed a run in just 2/3 of an inning.
While his recent slump is not overly promising, he still remains a must-stash. Through 51 1/3 frames. Chandler has struck out 70 batters and held a strong 2.63 ERA.
Other prospects to monitor: Brady House WSH, Chase Burns CIN
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