Fantasy Baseball Today FBT Express - Rapid-Fire Reactions! Suarez to the Mariners, Duran to the Phillies, Helsley to the Mets! (7/31 Fantasy Baseball podcast)
Jul 31, 2025
Eugenio Suarez returns to the Mariners, sparking excitement about his fantasy potential. The hosts dive into the emerging prospects Tyler Locklear and Jordan Lawlar, analyzing their chances of making an impact. Jhoan Duran's trade to the Phillies is discussed, highlighting the potential shifts in his value and the Twins' closer situation. Additionally, Ryan Helsley’s move to the Mets raises questions about save competition and his relevance for fantasy managers. It's a whirlwind of trade reactions and analysis!
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Suarez's Value Is Mechanically Driven
- Eugenio Suarez's fantasy value may not drop significantly despite moving back to the Mariners due to his recent mechanical improvements.
- His recent success is more from mechanical changes than the playing environment, so expect him to remain a strong fantasy asset.
Watch Locklear and Lawler Closely
- Monitor Tyler Locklear closely as he has an open path at first base and has been performing exceptionally well at AAA.
- Prioritize Jordan Lawler for fantasy pickups once he recovers from injury due to his strong prospect pedigree.
Duran and Jax Rising Closers
- Yohan Duran's fantasy value rises with the Phillies as he is expected to become their closer on a contending team.
- Griffin Jax could emerge as a must-add closer for the Twins if he retains the role, backed by elite strikeout rates.