Dynasty moves in fantasy baseball hinge on balancing aging stars against a bright crop of youth. The episode argues to treat Verlander, Scherzer, and Ozuna as trade or hold options based on contending status, not retirement inevitability. For rebuilds, target high-upside youngsters and buy low on veterans with upside, while contending rosters should leverage veterans for value but avoid overpaying once futures are on the table.

Key targets to build around: Yuri Pérez, Zack Neto, and Michael Harris II are highlighted for long-term upside, with Neto framed as a cheap dynasty pickup and Harris II as a tradable asset only if you’re in a true winner’s circle. The discussion stresses two paths—rebuild vs. win-now—and leans into the insiders track for instant alerts on callups and waiver moves, underscoring the value of timely information for dynasty success.

Spencer Strider’s August struggles loom large as his fastball shape lags behind the slider and curve. The Braves ace still misses bats, but three straight long outings with five-plus earned runs have fantasy managers pondering a bench or even a non-roster pause. There’s no rush to drop him, per cautionary notes; the upside can swing the balance with back-to-back good starts. Jurickson Profar has seized the moment for Atlanta, fueling a hot streak with multi-homer duels and elite plate discipline from the leadoff, fueling fantasy upside even as exit velocity fluctuates.

Michael Harris II followed with a four-for-four night and 15th homer, plus pace-setting runs and steals, riding a second-half sprint that’s reminded owners why he was a top prospect. Vlad Guerrero Jr. left with hamstring tightness, adding to the list of injuries in a crowded week, while Zack Wheeler’s blood-clot procedure looms as a major timeline question. The show also highlighted Trevor Rogers and Ranger Suarez turning in strong, deep outings, Yuri Perez’s control bumps and Gavin Williams’ rebound, with Bryce Miller slated for a return and Freddy Peralta continuing to pile up wins.

Two-start week conversations center on arms like Dustin May and others, while Freddy Freeman’s late-season resurgence continues to quiet the critics. JT Realmuto and Bryce Harper are among the seasoned bats delivering steady value, and the squad remains vigilant about hamstring and shoulder news that can tilt weekly lineups. The dynamic Braves offense, paired with a rotating cast of pitchers, keeps fantasy rosters nimble as the stretch drive unfolds.

Jacob Marcy’s breakout is the season’s newest wildfire. In 13 MLB games, he’s posted a 1414 OPS and an eye-popping blend of speed and contact discipline that makes him an immediate fantasy staple in steals-heavy formats. The sprint to 50+ steals at Triple-A before promotion is real, and his walk-to-strikeout balance translates to a plausible floor in OBP leagues. The ceiling hinges on continued contact quality and whether the Miami Marlins can sustain the early magic without sacrificing playing time for a fluky run.

Hunter Green’s return to form could reshape the rest of the season. Six shutout innings, six strikeouts, and 101.2 mph max velo offered a reminder of the ceiling that makes him a top-12 prospect-potential fantasy ace the rest of the year. The slider looked sharp, and the revived splitter may give him a late-season edge as teams chase velocity and whiffs. Look for him to stay in the mix as a must-start in many standard leagues and a potential league-winner in deeper formats if the strikeouts stay high and the walk rate remains controlled.

Two notable promotions added to the hype: Owen Casey lands with the Cubs, a power-first outfielder with a strong minors track record, while Nolan McLean earned a Mets start on Saturday. Casey brings a big-contact, big-power profile that could yield surges in counting stats if he finds consistent run in a limited, staggered role. McLean’s ground-ball heavy mix and strikeout trend raise interest for deeper leagues where a spot start could bloom into a longer look as his changeup and control mature.

In other news, Miguel Andújar has heated up with Cincinnati, while Colson Montgomery and a handful of deeper prospects continue to shape rosters with upside beyond the shallow pool. The waiver-wire chatter remains vivid, with Carter and a few other call-ups reminding managers that late-season surges can redefine value. The overarching theme: trust in disciplined hitters who can steal, pair Broadsides with high-leverage arms who miss bats, and don’t be afraid to chase a few bold bets late in the season.