Fantasy Baseball Today Jacob Lopez Back on Track, Week 21 Sleepers & Two-Start Pitchers! (8/8 Fantasy Baseball Podcast)
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Aug 8, 2025 Jacob Lopez shines with his career-best performance, igniting fantasy excitement. Drake Baldwin hits two homers, proving his worth as a rising star. Injury updates throw a wrench into team lineups, especially with Josh Naylor's shoulder issue. Logan Gilbert’s struggles and the impact of emerging players like Jakob Marsee are discussed in detail. The hosts offer keen insights into two-start pitchers and sleeper hits for the coming week, ensuring listeners are primed for fantasy success.
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Jacob Lopez's Potential as Sleeper
- Jacob Lopez's unusual sidearm delivery has yielded high strikeouts in some starts but inconsistent recent performances.
- His recent dominant outing combined with minor league success suggests he could be a valuable sleeper pick despite some risk.
Roster Drake Baldwin in Catcher Slots
- Add Drake Baldwin to your roster, especially in one-catcher leagues, due to his strong rookie season and good performance against lefties.
- Monitor Braves' playing time distribution, but Baldwin offers upside over some lower-rostered catchers.
Watch Josh Naylor's Injury Status
- Monitor Josh Naylor's shoulder soreness closely as it could affect his steal potential.
- Consider him day-to-day unless injury resurfaces since he has been a valuable source of steals.