Matt Vierling

Matt Vierling returns to the lineup for the Detroit Tigers against the Kansas City Royals Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

Vierling is back after coming off of the bench to deliver a go-ahead home run Saturday, batting fifth and starting at third base against the Royals for manager AJ Hinch Sunday.

Matt Vierling contributed significantly in the Tigers' narrow 6-5 victory over the Royals.

Fantasy Impact

He went 1-for-2 with a home run and three RBI. This performance, while not voluminous in hits, was impactful due to the quality of the hit—a go-ahead three-run home run that put the Tigers ahead for good. Vierling's season has been decent, maintaining a .278 batting average with modest power numbers, including two home runs. His ability to drive in runs in key situations, as demonstrated in this game, adds value to his fantasy profile, particularly in formats that reward RBI and home runs. However, his low walk rate and high strikeout rate suggest a potential for volatility in his batting average, which fantasy managers should monitor closely.

Matt Vierling is not in the lineup for the Detroit Tigers against the Kansas City Royals Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Vierling will take a seat on the bench for regular rest, with Zach McKinstry filling in at third base and batting seventh against the Royals for manager AJ Hinch Saturday.

Matt Vierling is in the starting lineup against the Detroit Tigers against the Minnesota Twins Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Vierling returns after coming off of the bench to replace Gio Urshela due to injury Friday night, starting at third base and batting fifth against the Twins for manager AJ Hinch Saturday.

Matt Vierling is out of the lineup for the Detroit Tigers against the Minnesota Twins Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Vierling will receive the night off for general rest, with Parker Meadows starting in center field and batting ninth against the Twins Friday.