Week one of fantasy baseball playoffs hinges on hot hands and smart streaming. Parker Messick leads Cleveland’s plan with two favorable starts, opening the door for a quick-season boost. Luis Morales of Oakland boosts the streamer pool with a high-velocity heater and improving control, while Emmet Shehan in Los Angeles brings a strong pedigree and a high strikeout ceiling. Noelvi Marte anchors Cincinnati’s lineup with home-friendly upside, and Josh Young heats up for Texas alongside Josh Young’s run of quality pumps.

Jorge Palanco stabilizes middle-infield depth, and Jeremiah Jackson provides a dart-throw hot streak for Baltimore. Abner Uribe and Shawn Armstrong shape saves in a week where every bullpen move matters. The approach centers on chasing hot starts and pairing matchups to maximize weekly scoring.

Kodai Senga's slide sparks a wary yet patient stance: hold through the rough patch, lean into his upside, and optimize matchups as Mets pursue a playoff run. Tanner Bibee and Bryce Miller are on watch lists for potential value dips, while Addison BargER and Anthony Volpe carry big-play ceilings with risk. Noah Cameron and Nathan Eovaldi factor into playoff planning, offering upside in what could be a shuffle-filled late season.