Christian Encarnacion-Strand’s Playing Time and Alex Kirilloff’s Fantasy Value

DVR and Al assess the fantasy value of several prospects who were promoted in the past week, including Christian Encarnacion-Strand, Endy Rodríguez and Cade Marlowe. They also look into the types of leagues where Alex Kirilloff and Oswald Peraza should be added, determine which pitchers are worth streaming in the coming week and highlight relievers who could become closers after the trade deadline.

Rundown

0:51 This week’s big fantasy news stories

20:50 Hitters of note

32:06 Starting pitchers to consider, including streamers and two-start pitchers

44:33 Closer corner

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