This week’s focus on American League free agents emphasizes the need for strategic FAAB budgeting as the season progresses. Each player has been graded based on talent rather than role. Notable mentions include Kyle Harrison of the Red Sox, who remains a stash for now as he transitions from Triple-A, and Eric Lauer of the Blue Jays, who has improved with a recent solid ERA. Jacob Lopez from the Athletics continues to impress while the Rangers' Kumar Rocker shows promise with his recent performances.

Max Scherzer’s impending return may spark interest in the Blue Jays bullpen dynamics, while Allan Winans from the Yankees garners attention due to his extraordinary Triple-A performance. The digest also includes insights into lesser-known players who could be worth bidding on for deeper leagues, emphasizing the importance of monitoring injury and performance trends as the trade deadline approaches.