As the 2025 MLB season progresses into Week 5, savvy fantasy baseball players need to scour the waiver wire for potential category boosters. Gavin Lux of the Cincinnati Reds is a standout option for scoring runs, boasting a .341 average and 12 runs this month, yet only 33% rostered. Trevor Larnach from the Minnesota Twins, at just 7% rostered, has shown promise with four home runs and 15 runs scored in April. Connor Norby, a versatile 2B/3B for the Miami Marlins, is also making a case with 10 runs in two weeks.

Power hitters are also emerging, with Agustin Ramirez of the Marlins hitting three home runs in 33 plate appearances since his recall. Hunter Goodman (Rockies) and Jordan Beck (also Rockies) are also key names to watch for home run potential. Additionally, the catching position looks promising with Sean Murphy of the Braves, who is back from injury and already has seven home runs in just 70 plate appearances this season. On the base paths, TJ Friedl of the Reds is swiping bags, while Chandler Simpson from the Tampa Bay Rays brings elite sprint speed that could translate to steals. Finally, Austin Hays of the Reds is a solid batting average candidate, hitting .365 in April.