Detroit surged to a 10-0 rout of Houston in Comerica Park, turning the series opener into a showcase for Tigers offense and bullpen efficiency. Colt Keith anchored the barrage with multi-hit production while Gleyber Torres and Spencer Torkelson joined the power parade, and Riley Greene added run-scoring menace. Detroit’s barrage came early and often, blowing open a lopsided contest that put the Astros on the back foot from the first inning and kept them quiet at the plate most of the night.

Houston’s misfiring offense struggled to solve Detroit starter Jack Flaherty, who worked seven innings on 90 pitches and limited the Astros to three hits with minimal traffic in scoring position. Jeremy Peña, Jose Altuve, and Chas McCormick provided moments but could not sustain momentum. Chas McCormick even logged an inning on the mound, a telling sign of Houston’s bullpen workload. Fantasy managers watching these clubs should note Detroit’s up-and-coming talent and Houston’s ongoing offensive drought, especially when the Tigers face volatile Houston relievers in upcoming outings.

For fantasy bets, Detroit’s depth and early production from Keith, Torres, Torkelson, and Greene offer upside in favorable matchups. Houston remains a thorny hold with lineup inconsistency but has stars who can heat up quickly; keep Peña and Altuve on the radar for bounce-back purchases, particularly in daily formats that reward pace and lineup flexibility. This game underscored Detroit’s offensive upside and Houston’s red-flag risk in slumping spells.

Twins squander a late lead as Detroit walks off in 11 innings at Target Field. Tarik Skubal delivers a sturdy start, but Minnesota strings together a three-run third inning behind a multi-hit barrage from Edouard Julien, Austin Martin, and Byron Buxton. The Twins’ bullpen holds Detroit to a late single and a sac fly until the 11th, when Colt Keith scores the automatic runner on a Gleyber Torres fly ball for the winner. Minnesota’s offensive pulse fades after the third, failing to plate the winning run in the 10th despite Roden advancing via a successful sac bunt and a pair of squeeze attempts by Martin. The Tigers rally on Riley Greene’s two-run homer and a later RBI from Keith, then cap it with a 11th-inning win behind a precise approach and opportunistic baserunning. For fantasy managers, Julien’s lefty success against Skubal stands out, while Detroit’s middle of the order provides a spike scenario in upcoming matchups against right-handed starters.

As the fantasy season tightens, streaming becomes the angle that separates winners from waiver-watchers. The two-start week is the sweet spot, with Horton and Warren leading a short list of high-upside starters who can sap innings and rack up wins late in the year. Paddack, Cavalli, and Darvish offer similarly intriguing upside or steady floor in favorable matchups, while Mikolas and Kremer provide deeper-league paths to wins in two-start weeks.

Hitters get a lift from scheduling too. Lourdes Gurriel Jr. headlines the favorable seven-game slate for Arizona, with four in Colorado and a pathway to run production as cleanup, while Mickey Moniak helps Rockies lineups at home. Colt Keith projects as a lefty-swinging pivot who could carry multiple categories by lining up at leadoff all week. For one-start glimmers, Emmet Sheehan and a handful of other streamers offer a path to cheap wins, while deep-league options like Tyler Locklear and Alek Thomas can trap targets in deeper formats.

Bottom line: deploy a two-start plan with Horton, Warren, Paddack, Cavalli, or Darvish when matchups align, then mix in one-start streamers and power-hitting adds like Gurriel Jr., Moniak, and Keith to maximize week-long production. The rosters are thin, but the right mix can deliver a season-saving surge in fantasy value.

Second base has seen a decline in fantasy value this season, with some veterans and young talents failing to meet expectations. However, several players have emerged as potential targets in dynasty leagues. Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Ketel Marte lead the current dynasty rankings, showcasing their standout abilities. Prospects such as Michael Arroyo also highlight the future of the position, providing excitement for fantasy owners. Players like Colt Keith have made notable comebacks, while others like Ozzie Albies remain in a holding pattern after disappointing seasons. Understanding these dynamics can help fantasy managers navigate trades and roster decisions.

Week 16 of fantasy baseball presents an opportunity to bolster your lineup with low-rostered hitters who are showing promising production. Kyle Stowers, outfielder for the Miami Marlins, is turning heads with 19 home runs and a .911 OPS. After recovering from a mid-season slump, his exit velocity and hard-hit rates suggest a sustainable power surge.

Jurickson Profar of the Atlanta Braves is also worth a look, currently hitting .270 since returning from an 80-game suspension. With the Braves struggling, Profar's ability to replicate his previous All-Star success could be crucial for their playoff hopes.

Otto Lopez, a versatile infielder for the Marlins, is gaining traction with strong performance metrics, while Chandler Simpson has impressed as a rookie for the Tampa Bay Rays, contributing with elite speed on the bases. Finally, Colt Keith of the Detroit Tigers is emerging after a solid first half, showcasing an improved batting average and increased power potential. These players could provide valuable contributions for your fantasy roster.