Schwellenbach Out With Fractured Elbow! Ranking Pitchers & Hot Hitters! (7/3 Fantasy Baseball Podcast)

Jul 3, 2025

Spencer Schwellenbach's fractured elbow shakes up fantasy leagues. They discuss potential replacements and welcome back Jurickson Profar to the Braves. Recent standout performances from hitters like Riley Greene are highlighted. The hosts debate whether to add Josh Lowe or Profar in shallow leagues. They also rank several pitchers and analyze the implications of injuries on team strategies. Lastly, they provide insights on relievers and preview the upcoming July 4th matchups, mixing strategy with a dose of humor.

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INSIGHT

Schwellenbach's Injury Impact

Spencer Schwellenbach's fractured elbow puts his major league return uncertain this season.
Recovery might extend to early September, making roster decisions tricky in fantasy leagues.

ADVICE

Managing Schwellenbach in Fantasy

Keep Schwellenbach if you have an IL spot or play roto since he has strong upside if he returns.
Consider dropping him in shallow head-to-head leagues without IL spots due to his uncertain return.

ADVICE

Replace Schwellenbach via Trades

Look to trade for underperforming starters like Jesus Lizardo or Dylan Cease to fill Schwellenbach's roster spot.
Target pitchers with upside to avoid weakening your roster significantly when Schwellenbach is out.

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