Otto Lopez has surged to a .340 over his last 14 games, giving the Marlins another versatile, multi-category contributor as they head toward the fantasy playoffs, especially with a Coors Field trip on tap. Harrison Bader has heated up since joining the Phillies, batting .352/.410/.544 with expanding power at the top of the order. Verlander continues a late-season bump for the Giants, while Tanner Bibee delivered back-to-back quality starts, including a complete game, boosting late-season trust.

Ketel Marte and Eugenio Suárez have cooled in September, threatening middle-infield and corner-depth depth, while Aaron Nola and George Kirby battle inconsistency and tougher matchups. Managers must weigh rest-of-season risk against upside in a tight fantasy race, with several hot names and a few uncertain arms shaping last-week decisions.

Late-season FAAB targets span fresh rotation depth, hot hitters and saves chances. Connelly Early’s Boston debut hints at a longer stay, two-start week upside and high strikeout potential. Tyler Wells has returned strong, while Eduardo Rodríguez has stabilized in the second half, offering a controllable ratio floor. Jake Burger and Josh Bell provide power pops for the stretch, Kyle Teel has emerged at catcher, and Daylen Lile plus Harrison Bader boost multi‑category output. Prices range mainly from $1 to $10, with a few upside plays edging higher.

Wheeler’s season-ending surgery forces the Phillies to lean on Aaron Nola as the true ace-two punch, and Nola answered with a quality start after Wheeler’s diagnosis, flashing 94.1 mph on the fastball and six strikeouts over six innings. Philadelphia’s lineup fed off Harper, Realmuto and Bohm as Sosa’s stance adjustment sparked a big early outburst, including a three-run homer from Sosa and Trea Turner’s solo shot later. The bullpen locked it down with Robertson, Strahm, Kerkering and Duran closing the door in a tighter finish.