Fantasy Baseball Today
Elly De La Cruz Running Wild, Checking in on Rookies & Week 9 Preview! (5/17 Fantasy Baseball Podcast)
May 17, 2024
Elly De La Cruz, with 30 steals in 44 games, is the highlight. Clarke Schmidt's breakout potential is discussed. Speculation on James Wood's call-up. Rookies like Jared Jones and Jackson Merrill are checked in. Analysis on buying Justin Steele and selling Cristian Javier. Week 9 schedule, two-start pitchers, and top sleeper hitters are covered. The podcast wraps up with bullpen discussions and streamer recommendations.
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Quick takeaways
- Elly De La Cruz's exceptional base stealing ability sets him apart in fantasy baseball, on track to surpass 100 steals this season.
- The potential call-up of Nationals prospect James Wood is imminent, given his impressive stats and performance in AAA.
Deep dives
Elli de la Cruz's Stolen Base Record
Elli de la Cruz's outstanding performance with stealing bases has been remarkable. With 30 stolen bases in just 44 games, he is on track to exceed 100 steals for the season. Despite some concerns about his hitting profile, his base stealing prowess has propelled him to the top ranks, challenging even established players like Jose Ramirez.
