Optimistic fantasy baseball pickups emerge as young talents Jackson Holliday and Kyle Stowers excel, showcasing their potential. Holliday, a 2B for the Baltimore Orioles, recently hit his first multi-homer game and boasts impressive stats: .341 average, .449 OBP, and .561 SLG over his last 15 games. His improved plate discipline and power could make him a hot add in leagues. Meanwhile, Stowers, an OF for the Miami Marlins, has also impressed with two multi-HR games in four days, including a dramatic walk-off slam. His barrel rate and hard-hit percentage suggest he could soon rise in the Marlins' lineup.

Other notable pickups include Javier Baez of the Tigers, who, despite inconsistency, has shown flashes of his potential. Shane Smith of the White Sox presents two-start value, leveraging strong pitching against the Royals and Marlins. Meanwhile, the Dodgers' Ben Casparius and Athletics' Gunnar Hoglund are intriguing for deeper leagues. Collectively, these players could provide significant boosts for fantasy managers looking for an edge.