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Shane Bieber's Season Debut Pushed Back to Tuesday
The Toronto Blue Jays' series finale against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field was rained out on Sunday, which will push right-hander Shane Bieber's (elbow) 2026 season debut back from Monday to Tuesday against the Houston Astros, according to Chandler Rome of The Athletic. Bieber will be in line for a two-start week in his first week back on the big-league roster, with his second start this week scheduled against the Texas Rangers. Even though the 31-year-old veteran hasn't pitched at all in the big leagues yet this year, he'll be a tempting two-start pitcher right away with two good matchups against Houston and Texas. Bieber went five innings in each of his final two minor-league rehab starts, but he also had a 6.88 ERA and 1.88 WHIP with 14 strikeouts and five walks in 17 innings over his five rehab starts as he worked his way back from right-elbow inflammation. There's will still be plenty of risk for fantasy managers considering starting Bieber this week, despite his strong matchups. The former American League Cy Young winner is currently rostered in 58% of Yahoo leagues, and although he shouldn't be considered a fantasy ace anymore, he should have plenty of value the rest of the way in the right matchups if he can stay healthy.
Source: The Athletic - Chandler Rome
Source: The Athletic - Chandler Rome
Rico Garcia Emerging as Priority Closer Handcuff to Stash?
Baltimore Orioles right-hander Rico Garcia has been one of the better relievers in baseball so far this season, recording a 1.72 ERA and 0.73 WHIP with 35 strikeouts and four saves across 31 1/3 innings (34 games). With Orioles closer Ryan Helsley on the injured list for the better part of two months due to elbow inflammation, Garcia emerged as one of Baltimore's preferred ninth-inning options. Helsley returned from the IL on Wednesday, which could eliminate Garcia's save opportunities. However, Helsley has struggled mightily in his first two outings since his return, allowing five runs (four earned) and three home runs across 1 2/3 innings. If Helsley continues to falter, Garcia could re-emerge as part of the ninth-inning mix in Baltimore. Particularly in deeper leagues, Garcia profiles as a worthy closer stash candidate on the waiver wire.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Does Ezequiel Tovar Still Have Deep-League Waiver Wire Appeal?
Colorado Rockies shortstop Ezequiel Tovar has mostly struggled at the plate in 2026, hitting .213/.259/.327 with five home runs, 24 RBI, 23 runs scored, and four stolen bases across 274 plate appearances. The 24-year-old has struck out in 28.5% of his triple to the plate and has also seen his barrel rate drop to a career-worst 7.8%. However, Tovar is an elite defender at shortstop who signed a seven-year contract extension with the Rockies in March 2024, both of which help keep him in the Colorado lineup on an everyday basis. While Tovar has struggled in recent seasons, he's just a couple of years removed from hitting .269 with 26 home runs across 695 plate appearances in 2024. There's also reason to believe he's been a bit unlucky at the plate this season, as his .282 BABIP is significantly below his career mark of .325. In deeper formats, Tovar could be worth targeting on the waiver wire in hopes of a second-half turnaround.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Kyle Teel Activated on Monday, Priority Pick-Up Ahead of Season Debut?
The Chicago White Sox have activated catcher Kyle Teel (knee, hamstring) from the 60-day injured list ahead of their three-game set against the Cleveland Guardians. Catcher Edgar Quero was optioned to Triple-A Charlotte to make room for Teel on the active roster. Teel has yet to make his 2026 season debut. The 24-year-old suffered a hamstring strain in the World Baseball Classic in March and then sprained the LCL in his right knee in late May while on a rehab assignment. Teel flashed high upside across 297 plate appearances after making his MLB debut in 2025, hitting .273/.375/.411 with eight home runs, 35 RBI, 38 runs scored, and three stolen bases. He's dominated Triple-A pitching while rehabbing from his injuries in 2026, slashing .387/.441/.613 with two home runs across 34 trips to the plate. Now that he's active, Teel is a must-add catcher in any fantasy league where he remains available on the waiver wire.
Source: Chicago White Sox
Source: Chicago White Sox
Is Jasson Dominguez a Must-Add Outfielder with Everyday Playing Time in New York?
After spending the first month of the 2026 season at Triple-A, New York Yankees outfielder Jasson Dominguez suffered a shoulder injury in early May that caused him to miss another month. However, the 23-year-old is back to full health, and injuries to Yankees outfielders Aaron Judge (ribs), Trent Grisham (hamstring), and Giancarlo Stanton (calf) have opened the door for Dominguez to see everyday playing time. Across a small sample size of 62 MLB plate appearances this year, Dominguez is hitting .241/.279/.431 with two home runs, five RBI, six runs scored, and three stolen bases. The former top prospect flashed upside across 429 plate appearances with the Yankees in 2025, hitting .256 with 10 home runs and 23 stolen bases. Defense and the crowded outfield picture in New York have always been the limiting factors for Dominguez's playing time, but he should have an extended runway to prove himself this time around. With consistent at-bats, Dominguez offers the potential for five-category production and is worth a look on the waiver wire for fantasy managers.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Kyle Stowers Re-Emerging as a Priority Power Target on the Waiver Wire
After a breakout 2025 season in which he hit .288 with 25 home runs across 457 plate appearances, Miami Marlins outfielder Kyle Stowers has largely struggled to repeat his performance in 2026. Across 227 plate appearances this year, the 28-year-old is hitting .223/.319/.418 with eight home runs, 28 RBI, 25 runs scored, and one stolen base. Stowers missed the first few weeks of the season after suffering a hamstring injury in Spring Training and then got off to a brutal start, hitting .221 with three home runs across 152 plate appearances through the end of May. However, the lefty slugger has begun to heat up in June. Across 75 plate appearances this Month, Stowers has slugged .541 and has already clubbed five home runs. While his 30% strikeout rate limits his batting average upside, Stowers owns a 14.3% barrel rate and 50.6% hard-hit rate for his career. With the injury now in his rearview mirror, Stowers is re-emerging as a high-end power asset on the waiver wire.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Lake Bachar Earns Save for Marlins on Sunday, Worth Adding in Deeper Leagues?
Miami Marlins right-hander Lake Bachar picked up his first save of 2026 on Sunday, working a scoreless ninth inning in his team's 2-1 win over the San Francisco Giants. The 31-year-old has largely worked as an opener and bulk reliever so far this season. However, he's been a highly effective arm, recording a 3.02 ERA and 0.98 WHIP with 46 strikeouts across 41 2/3 innings (25 games). Bachar owns a 27.4% strikeout rate and has held opponents to a 6.8% barrel rate and 38.8% hard-hit rate. Marlins veteran Pete Fairbanks has been the team's preferred option in the ninth inning this year with 11 saves, five of which have come in June. Still, Fairbanks has pitched to a 6.14 ERA this season and has an extensive track record of injury issues. In deeper leagues, Bachar could be an undervalued potential saves source to target on the waiver wire.
Source: MLB.com
Source: MLB.com
Ryan Waldschmidt Sharp in Return to Triple-A, Is he Back on the Stash Radar?
Arizona Diamondbacks outfield prospect Ryan Waldschmidt was recently demoted to Triple-A Reno after his first look at the major leagues. Even though his redraft value took a major hit, Waldschmidt has looked quite comfortable in his return to Triple-A and could push for an early call-up back to Arizona. Since returning to Reno, Waldschmidt has appeared in five games and gone deep twice while going 6-for-20. Over his first 33 games at the MLB level, the former top-ranked prospect carried a modest .229/.314/.357 line with nine doubles, one triple, and no home runs. Following this demotion, a report by Alex Weiner of AZ Sports suggested that the team wants their young outfielder to work on his production against breaking balls at Triple-A. If Waldschmidt can maintain this pace and show steady progression, he should return to the Diamondbacks in the near future, making him a viable stash target in all 12-team leagues with N/A spots, given his five-category skill set.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Max Clark Continuing to Tap into Power at Triple-A, Will he Debut In the First Half?
Detroit Tigers outfield prospect Max Clark has continued to tap into his raw power in June at Triple-A and is seeing his stash value climb. Since June 1, Clark has carried a strong .270/.370/.476 slash line with one double, four home runs, two stolen bases, and a strong 11:10 K:BB. Prior to this recent surge at the dish, Clark held a lower .262 AVG with just two total round-trippers over his first 50 games of the regular season. Last summer, Clark, the team's top-ranked prospect, split his time at High-A and Double-A, with most of his bats coming at High-A West Michigan. Through 111 games, he went deep 14 times and swiped 10 bags while holding a .271 AVG. Even though the Detroit outfield does not have a clear opening, his five-category skill set and rising power make him a top stash target in five-outfielder leagues. If he maintains this pace, he should contend for a July debut.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Walker Jenkins Swinging a Hot Bat, Re-Emerging as Top Stash Candidate?
Minnesota Twins outfield prospect Walker Jenkins (shoulder) recently began his rehab assignment with the lower levels of the Minnesota pipeline after being cleared following his shoulder injury. During this rehab assignment (four games), Jenkins has spent time with Low-A and High-A and has swung a scorching bat, posting a .563/.588/1.000 line with two long balls, a double, and a 2:1 K:BB. Jenkins opened the regular season with Triple-A St. Paul, just one stop away from the major leagues. However, the team's top-ranked prospect got off to a sluggish start to the season, carrying a .256/.396/.389 line with only six doubles and two home runs over 25 games. Despite his lack of power, Jenkins posted an 18:19 K:BB, which was very promising. If Jenkins can carry this momentum from his rehab assignment back into Triple-A, the budding star should contend for a debut shortly after the All-Star break.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
River Ryan No Longer the Top Pitching Prospect to Stash After Disastrous Outing?
Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed pitching prospect River Ryan is coming off the worst outing of the campaign at Triple-A and is seeing his stash upside drop significantly. On June 17, Ryan faced Sacramento and stumbled, allowing a season-high 10 hits and eight runs (all earned) over just 4 1/3 innings. However, prior to this showing, the right-hander was looking quite comfortable following his return from a brief stint on the injured list. From May 15 through June 10, Ryan carried a dominant 2.16 ERA, 1.00 WHIP, with a 30:5 K:BB (over 25 frames), which suggested he was nearing an MLB promotion. However, this setback may keep him at Triple-A for the time being. Even with several Dodgers starters on the shelf, such as Blake Snell and Tyler Glasnow, Ryan appears to need further development at Oklahoma City, which makes him a worthy stash candidate in deeper 12+ team leagues.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Does Kaelen Culpepper Still Maintain Elite Stash Value While on Injured List?
Minnesota Twins infield prospect Kaelen Culpepper has seen his fantasy stock take a short-term dip due to his current hip injury. Last week, the Twins placed their top infield prospect on the 7-day injured list with a hip strain. While this does not appear to be a long-term concern, managers in shallower leagues may need to cut ties with the budding star. Before the injury, the former 21st overall pick from the 2024 MLB Draft was flashing high-end upside with the Triple-A club, posting a .273/.377/.498 slash line with 11 doubles, 14 home runs, and 15 stolen bases. While his MLB debut was delayed by this injury, he should have a clear path to the Twins once he returns to the Triple-A diamond. While those in shallower leagues should monitor him from the waiver wire, those in deeper leagues with several NA spots should still view him as a top stash target in Week 13.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Charlie Condon Entering Must-Stash Territory Amid Power Binge
Colorado Rockies outfield prospect Charlie Condon has enjoyed a power surge in the month of June and is on the verge of earning a call to the big leagues. Over the last 12 contests, the former Georgia standout has posted a dominant .318/.444/.818 line with an eye-catching six round-trippers, two doubles, and a solid 10:7 K:BB. Overall, Condon has done more than hold his own during his first taste of Triple-A action, carrying a .262/.397/.512 line with a .909 OPS across 64 games. During this stretch, Condon has launched 14 total home runs while holding a 70:46 K:BB. Last summer, the former third overall pick split his time between High-A and Double-A. With Colorado dealing with many injuries in their outfield, Condon has a clear path to at-bats, and his current power surge is only bolstering his fantasy stock. Those needing power should view him as a priority stash.
Source: MiLB.com
Source: MiLB.com
Angels Turn to Sam Bachman for First Save, a Name to Monitor in Open Committee?
The Los Angeles Angels' closing situation has been a revolving door in 2026, but Sam Bachman received his opportunity on Sunday and delivered. He tossed a clean inning, needing only 11 pitches and tossing nine of them for strikes. Although this was Bachman's first save of the season, he has had three opportunities, and now the Angels have nine pitchers who have recorded a save opportunity. This season, Bachman has been sharp, with a 3.63 ERA (3.30 xERA), 1.21 WHIP, and elite fastball velocity (97th percentile). His stuff remains high-end, as evidenced by his whiff rate (33.6 percent) and strikeout rate (24.3 percent), but his control is at times inconsistent (11.8 percent). At this point, Bachman should be considered nothing more than a speculation add for fantasy managers, as we don't have much of a track record to suggest Bachman will take over, as this was his second career save and the Angels have not been consistent whatsoever with their bullpen, but Bachman is one to keep an eye on in deeper leagues where saves are scarece, especially if we start to notice a trend of him getting more opportunities.
Source: Baseball Savant
Source: Baseball Savant
Tony Santillan Emerging as High-End Short-Term Source for Saves
Cincinnati Reds right-handed reliever Tony Santillan tossed two shutout innings on Sunday against the Yankees to earn his sixth save of the season in nine opportunities. It was a crisp two innings for Santillan, as he did not allow a base runner and needed only 16 pitches to record six outs, and 11 of those were strikes. Santillan has had opportunities of late to close out games due to Emilio Pagan (hamstring) landing on the 15-day injured list. Pagan is throwing right now, as he completed live batting practice in a simulated game on Friday, but is likely still going to do a few rehab assignments, meaning Santillan has the opportunity to close out games for another few weeks, so long as he continues to produce. Santillan, on the season, has not been sharp; he owns a 5.10 ERA and 1.40 WHIP, but has clearly become the preferred arm to close games, as the next closest arm for save opportunities is Sam Moll with four chances. Although it may not be pretty, in leagues where saves are scarce, Santillan is worth a look in the short term simply based on opportunity.
Source: Baseball Savant
Source: Baseball Savant
