Baldwin delivered the decisive eighth-inning go-ahead two-run single, capping Atlanta’s late surge after Chicago built a 10-4 lead. His timely hit crystallized Atlanta’s comeback and highlighted the Braves’ depth in late-game spots.

Drake Baldwin’s fictional Perry the Platypus bat spotlights the weekend’s whimsy. Baldwin’s inclusion underscores the breadth of fanfare Players' Weekend invites, signaling a market for creative gear that could influence league-wide attention and perhaps even small-sample fantasy chatter around his role and usage.

Drake Baldwin is not in the lineup tonight, opening the door for Ozuna at DH. Baldwin’s absence reduces speculative upside for a salary-based pivot and signals a deeper Braves depth chart that fantasy managers should track for future matchups.

Baldwin has emerged as a Rookie of the Year contention-type hitter in Atlanta, hitting .289 with 13 HR and 51 RBI. His pace and blood-red Statcast data signal strong production, making him a prime Week 20 RBI and AVG contributor with room to grow.

Drake Baldwin sparked Atlanta’s offense with a Thursday homer, added a game-tying and go-ahead hit in crucial moments, and closed the series with multi-hit nights. His breakout raises questions about playing time and lineup order, but the early power displays suggest a dynamic add in deeper fantasy formats and a potential weekly streamer in standard leagues when hot.