As the MLB season approaches its second month, recent performances have sparked debate among fantasy baseball enthusiasts. Sandy Alcantara, once a beacon of reliability, is struggling with an 8.31 ERA, raising concerns about his command, as he averages nearly six walks per nine innings. Despite his talent, many analysts suggest benching him for his next start against the White Sox, citing his recent inconsistency. Meanwhile, the Yankees and Red Sox are making headlines with explosive offensive displays, each scoring over 15 runs in their recent games. Ben Rice of the Yankees remains a key player despite concerns about his playing time, while the Red Sox's Willie Abreu is starting to garner significant attention for his impressive stats and consistent performance. In pitching news, the promotion of Noah Cameron and Chase Petty has intrigued fantasy players, but they are not must-adds yet. Other players like Jacob deGrom and Carlos Rodón are regaining their form, showcasing potential for a strong season ahead.

Major League Baseball's landscape is constantly evolving, and understanding the latest prospects and injured players is crucial for fantasy league success. Yuri Pérez of the Miami Marlins is generating buzz among fantasy enthusiasts. With only 26% ownership, his imminent return from Tommy John surgery makes him a prime target. In his brief stint, he showcased impressive strikeout potential with a 3.15 ERA and 108 strikeouts over 91 innings. Meanwhile, Cincinnati Reds' Christian Encarnacion-Strand, currently 17% owned, is recovering from a back issue that has limited his play but could provide significant power and RBI potential upon his return.

Tyler O’Neill of the Baltimore Orioles offers another compelling case; with a power-hitting upside, his current neck injury has sidelined him, but he’s projected to return soon. Lucas Giolito’s rehabilitation presents a risk-reward scenario for deeper leagues, while Zack Gelof of the Oakland Athletics, although struggling, has potential upside worth monitoring. New prospects like Kobe Mayo from the Orioles and Andrew Painter from the Phillies are also on the radar, with Mayo needing to prove himself in Triple-A before a likely call-up, and Painter being a potential difference-maker once he returns.

The latest episode of Locked On Fantasy Baseball presents a list of ten must-add players as the season progresses into week three. Highlighted prospects include Nick Curts from the Oakland Athletics, who has made an impressive start with a .412 batting average and four homers in the minors, now transitioning to the majors. Also mentioned is Augustine Ramirez of the Miami Marlins, showcasing strong early performance with two games, five hits, and a potential for speed and power. Other notable players include Noelvi Marte of the Cincinnati Reds, who might be on the verge of a breakout, and Gavin Lux, who has shown resilience after joining the Reds from the Dodgers.

The analysis delves into their stats and potential contributions, highlighting the importance of roster space and patience, especially with new prospects. The discussion also touches on starting pitchers like Mitchell Parker and Reese Olson, who have both shown promise early in the season. The episode emphasizes strategic roster moves based on player performance trends to optimize fantasy baseball success.