Ryan Pepio’s recent runs point to a fastball-changeup bias that’s kept hits scarce and whiffs up, pushing him into fantasy relevance even if fly-ball risk remains a factor. The Tropicana Field angle adds a subtle tilt for Rays hitters, while the Mets’ Brandon Sprro earns a late-season debut spotlight as a groundball-oriented rookie with a six-pitch mix that could surface as a back-end streamer in shallow leagues. Pablo López’s return is greeted with cautious optimism, as his rehab progress and velocity signal a safe floor. Jazz Chisholm Jr.’s knee contusion and O’Neal Cruz’s platoon role underscore the week’s uncertainty at key positions, while the week 25 schedule sharpens decision trees for two-star streaming and deeper pickups. This episode blends prospect risk with proven floor, giving fantasy managers a tight read on who to chase or pivot for Week 25 and beyond.

Yankees dropped three of four to Boston, offense showing power but defense and depth failing when needed. Judge's injury timeline looms large while Volpe shows a spark, hinting at fantasy upside if surrounding pieces stabilize.

Boston leaned on Trevor Story's weekend surge and Connor Wong's RBI double, while Garrett Crochet piled up 11 strikeouts in relief. The weekend underscored Boston’s bullpen strength and left New York facing a tough rest-of-season path.

Jazz Chisholm Jr. returned to the field with a simple, clear plan, spraying balls to all fields and driving in runs in crucial spots. His approach reinforces a durable, multi-category fantasy profile: high-contact, speed, and run-scoring opportunities that play up when he’s at the plate in a lineup that’s looking for consistency. Miami’s offense fed off his energy, with the veteran leadership subtly lifting the group as they chase wins and position in the standings.

The conversation highlighted Chisholm’s impact beyond his bat, underscoring his readiness to adapt to what the game asks and his willingness to lead from the outfield. On the mound, a veteran starter bounced back after a shaky first inning, pushing deep into the game to hand the bullpen a margin. The Marlins remain focused on winning today and building momentum toward the postseason, with Chisholm central to that plan and fantasy managers eyeing continued production as he stays in the middle of the order.

For fantasy, the narrative suggests a ceiling that includes stolen-base upside paired with steady RBI and run potential, provided health holds. If Chisholm continues to avoid big swing-for-the-fences stretches and keeps a simple, compact approach, his value could climb as the Marlins’ offense stabilizes around him. Monitor health updates and the lineup’s construction, but the current trend points to a player who can buoy fantasy rosters during a critical stretch of the season.

With the All-Star break as a pivotal moment in the season, trading strategies take center stage in fantasy baseball. The podcast highlights key players to trade for and trade away, starting with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. His recent performance dip presents a unique opportunity for savvy owners to acquire a potential game-changer at a lower cost than early-season values. Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s dynamic play and positional flexibility are also emphasized, though his injury history makes him a risky trade target.

On the pitching side, Hunter Brown’s inconsistent recent outings could lead desperate teams to part with him, making it a good time to pursue him. Jacob Misarowski, a first-time All-Star, is seen as a high-value asset to either trade for or leverage for substantial returns, especially for teams looking to bolster their pitching staff. The podcast cautions that while the All-Star game can elevate a player’s trade value, the underlying stats should guide decisions.