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May 17, 2025
Outfield Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups: Week 8 (2025) | Fantasy News
Frank Ammirante
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Outfield Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire Pickups: Week 8 (2025) | Fantasy News

The Week 8 outfield waiver wire pickups spotlight emerging talents with favorable matchups. Ceddanne Rafaela, of the Boston Red Sox, is highlighted for his impressive .311 batting average in May and a substantial 15 HR/25 SB potential, benefiting from seven games this week, including matchups against the Mets and Orioles. Jorge Soler of the Los Angeles Angels, while currently struggling with a .221 average, has a history of power, with seven games on the horizon, which could provide an opportunity for a hitting spree against weaker pitching. JJ Bleday of the Athletics is also mentioned as a potential streamer given his recent power surge, while Ryan O'Hearn and Jordan Beck are players to consider for their favorable hitting environments in the upcoming week. Daulton Varsho is a sleeper pick for deeper leagues due to his return from injury.

What factors should be considered when making waiver wire pickups?How should I evaluate player performance in a limited sample size?What are the risks of relying on waiver wire additions?How do I determine if a player is worth stashing on my bench?
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@Ceddanne Rafaela | Boston Red Sox | MLB
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@Daulton Varsho | Toronto Blue Jays | MLB
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@Jordan Beck | Colorado Rockies | MLB
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@Jorge Soler | Los Angeles Angels | MLB
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@Ryan O'Hearn | Baltimore Orioles | MLB
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