Alec Burleson
1B,LF,RF,DH - St. Louis Cardinals
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Alec Burleson went 1-for-3 with a home run and three RBI in the Cardinals' 4-2 victory over the Mets.
Fantasy Impact
His performance was highlighted by a critical home run that helped secure the win for St. Louis. Despite a modest .259 batting average over 20 games this season, Burleson's ability to drive in runs was on full display, bringing his RBI total to five. His power stroke hasn't been consistent, as evidenced by this being only his first homer of the season, but games like this could hint at potential for more impactful hits as the season progresses. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on Burleson for signs of increased power, but temper expectations given his overall performance metrics and sporadic production.
Cardinals outfielder/designated hitter Alec Burleson is not in the starting lineup Tuesday versus the Padres.
Fantasy Impact
Burleson sat our Monday's series-opening win but will regain DH duties from Matt Carpenter on Tuesday. The 25-year-old hit .244 with eight homers and three steals in 107 appearances last season.
St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Alec Burleson is receiving trade interest from the New York Yankees.
Fantasy Impact
It was also reported on Thursday that Burleson's teammate in St. Louis, Brendan Donovan, is also being pursued by the Yankees. The 24-year-old outfielder was below average at the plate in 2023, hitting .244 with eight homers and three stolen bases alongside a .690 OPS across 107 games and 347 trips to the plate.
Alec Burleson is back in the starting lineup Tuesday versus the Pirates.
Fantasy Impact
The young outfielder didn't appear in an 11-1 loss to the Pirates on Monday but will return to take on right-hander Johan Oviedo on Tuesday. Burleson is hitting .243 with eight homers and a .702 OPS across 89 appearances on the season.
Outfielder Alec Burleson is on the bench Thursday night against the Cubs.
Fantasy Impact
Burleson was one of just a couple quiet Cardinals on Wednesday when the offense erupted for 11 runs and will take a seat on Thursday with a lefty on the mound in the Cubs' Justin Steele. It's been a tough season for the young outfielder who is hitting just .238 with six homers and a .676 OPS across 226 trips to the plate.
