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.