Fantasy baseball managers are always looking for an edge in their leagues, and one strategy that can pay off is buying low on struggling players and selling high on those who have exceeded expectations. Below, our featured experts look closely at some players they’re targeting for these trades. They have closely monitored the latest player trends and performance metrics to identify key players you should consider buying low and selling high to maximize your roster’s potential.
By leveraging our exclusive trade analyzer and relying on advanced metrics, comprehensive player rankings, and player projections, our experts have determined which players you should target in trades and which ones you should look to move. So, whether you need a roster shake-up or simply want to capitalize on a player’s hot streak, this article is here to guide you through the process.
Let’s examine these trade recommendations, analyzing the rationale behind each move and providing you with actionable advice to help you dominate your league. Don’t forget to check out our other fantasy baseball resources to help you stay ahead of the competition all season long. Happy trading!
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Fantasy Baseball Trade Advice
What one MLB player are you trying to buy low and why? Also, who are you willing to give up for him?
Jake Burger (1B, 3B – TEX)
“Jake Burger – His cost should be at or near the lowest it will be all season. He has one of the lowest BABIPs in baseball at under .100, while the majority of his hitting profile is stable. His barrel%, hard hit%, and exit velocity are in line with last year, yet his strikeout percentage is lower than it ever has in his career. Despite a .100 average, he already has two home runs. Once he gets going in that friendly hitting environment, the run and RBI opportunities should be plentiful in Texas. I would look to try and take a decent streaming pitcher to move to get someone concerned about Burger. Something like a Max Meyer would make sense. I would be looking to get Burger at 80-85 cents on the dollar (or lower).”
– Chris Welsh (FantasyPros)
Rafael Devers (3B – BOS)
“It may sound crazy considering the start he had to the season, but I would attempt to buy low on Rafael Devers. He struggled to find his swing in the first five games of the season, striking out 15 times and going hitless in 19 at-bats. It could be the move to the designated hitter role or seeing just 14 total at-bats during spring training that caused the veteran to stumble out of the gates. However, Devers is 10-for-24, with one home run, eight RBI, and just three strikeouts over his last seven games. If Devers is available, I am willing to part with someone like Jazz Chisholm or Tommy Edman or a package deal with either and a lower-level starting pitcher.”
– Jesse Garcia (FantasyPros)
Matt Olson (1B – ATL)
“I would be kicking the tires on Matt Olson if his manager is frustrated about the early returns. Olson is hitting just .229 with one home run and five RBI. However, he has been extremely unlucky in the early going. Olson has an expected batting average of .316 and an expected slugging percentage of .762. His luck will turn around, and Atlanta’s offense will get rolling soon enough. I ranked Olson as a third-round pick before the season, and nothing I have seen thus far this year has changed my mind. If someone would be willing to take a player like Manny Machado or Jose Altuve for Olson, I would do that deal in a heartbeat.”
– Mick Ciallela (Fantrax)
JJ Bleday (OF – ATH)
“Try to get JJ Bleday thrown into a trade. He was a serviceable fantasy outfielder last year, and now the Athletics play their home games in that tiny Sacramento Park. The first five games in Sacramento sailed over the total. Bleday is off to a modest start but the BB/K ratio indicates better things are coming.”
– Scott Pianowski (Yahoo! Sports)
Adolis Garcia (OF – TEX)
“I’d be interested to see how low I can go to acquire Adolis Garcia. Coming off a down year and beginning 2025 with a whimper, Garcia’s value cannot possibly get lower. He is slashing .184/.279/.421 with a wOBA .310. However, his xBA is .286, and his xSLG is .635, and those are numbers I could definitely use in my outfield, especially as injuries (i.e., Jackson Merrill) have begun to accumulate. Once his BABIP corrects course from its current .156, it’ll be wheels up for the 32-year-old. If someone is willing to flip him for an overperformer like Kyren Paris, I’ll take that and run.”
– Kelly Kirby (FantasyPros)
Dylan Cease (SP – SD)
“Fresh off an implosion in his recent start, I’m gladly buying low on Dylan Cease. These early sample sizes are really fun when you start diving into numbers. His ERA currently sits at 7.98, while his FIP is 2.73 and his xERA is 2.76. But after allowing nine earned runs against the Athletics, it’s possible the Cease manager in your league is panicking, especially if they need some hitting. Pounce on your chance to lock in 200 strikeouts this season and buy low Cease in exchange for someone like Michael Harris, Anthony Santander, or Luis Robert.”
– Mike Maher (FantasyPros)
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