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 fantasy baseball 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, analyze the rationale behind each move, and provide 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: Buy Low/Sell High
What one MLB player are you trying to buy low and why? Also, who are you willing to give up for him?
Francisco Lindor (SS – NYM)
“With all the bad vibes surrounding Francisco Lindor and the Mets, and all the trash talk being spread online about him, there may be some desperate owners out there ready to jump ship. While his overall game is down and his batting metrics have taken a hit, Lindor often goes through these stretches. Back in 2024, he had a similar start to the season when he hit for a .210 average with an OPS below .690. He also had a two-month stretch last summer where he barely hit over the Mendoza Line. Still, at just 32 years old, I’m fairly certain—even with all the angst in New York right now—Lindor will turn it around like he always does, especially once Juan Soto returns and offers him better protection in the lineup. I’d offer someone like Oneil Cruz or perhaps Andy Pages. Both are off to scorching starts, and Lindor managers may be disgruntled enough to agree to it.”
– Austin Lowell (Fantasy Baseball By The Numbers)
Jesús Luzardo (SP – PHI)
“As of writing this, Jesus Luzardo has a 7.94 ERA, but a 3.59 xERA. Despite the ERA struggle, and three of four games being duds, he is sporting the second-highest K% of his career at 30.6% and the lowest walk rate at 5.1%. He’s officially entered the worried territory for frustrated owners, but I think it’s just too early to panic, and he is the poster child of an April buy target.”
– Chris Welsh (FantasyPros)
Dylan Cease (SP – TOR)
“In order to buy Dylan Cease low, you need to find a seller who’s looking to sell Cease high. A dizzying scenario, but one I suspect many owners will find in Fantasy baseball right now. Cease’s WHIP of 1.29 is right in line with his three-year average of 1.27, while his 44 strikeouts in 25.2 innings pitched are also comparable to what owners expected on draft day 2026. What makes most owners view Cease as a sell high, and why I see trading for him as a buy low, is that his 2.10 ERA dwarfs his three-year average ERA of 4.20. Based on his career norms, it’s almost impossible to think that Cease’s ERA isn’t due for a course correction. I’m betting it regresses less than most expect, meaning now is the time to buy a guy that owners missed out on on draft day. Cease is going to finish 2026 with 13-14 wins, 230-245 strikeouts, and an ERA hovering somewhere around a career best 3.50 with hopes for better. That makes Cease, in 2026, something like, only better than 2025’s Logan Webb, Joe Ryan, Kevin Gausman, or Carlos Rodon before the injury. If I had to, I’d offer greedy, sell-high owners pitchers like Logan Gilbert, Max Fried, Logan Webb, Freddy Peralta, or Joe Ryan. I’d rather have Cease than any of them for the 135-150 remaining 2026 innings. However, I don’t think buy-low Cease chasers will need to offer pitchers of that caliber to acquire him. I’d be willing to bet that pitchers like Sandy Alcantara and George Kirby or buy-low targets like Eury Perez and Cole Ragans could get it done. My hot take, Cease ends up being a comparable alternative to Paul Skenes when you consider how much more dominant Cease will be in strikeouts and possibly wins, at half the cost. Pay your draft day penance by buying him now. We rarely get to correct our mistakes this fast.”
– Chris Mitchell (FantasyData)
Tyler Soderstrom (1B, OF – ATH)
“Tyler Soderstrom is a strong buy-low with the Oakland Athletics locking him into the cleanup spot every day. The power hasn’t shown yet, but the role and volume are exactly what you bet on over a full season. He still has a clear path to 25 to 30 home runs once things normalize. Move Chase DeLauter now while the prospect hype still holds value.”
– Muntradamus (Beast Dome)
What one MLB player are you trying to sell high right now and why? Also, who would you try to get in return?
Mike Trout (OF – LAA)
“I hate to be the one to say it—because who doesn’t love this dude—but this is Mike Trout at his current peak. He’s made some adjustments at the dish, which have helped his timing a bit, but with all the homers still comes a batting average below .250. I also highly doubt the steals continue throughout the year as the daily wear and tear starts to grind on him. Trout’s a perennial injury risk, with at least one or two IL stints likely on the horizon. The Angels are playing slightly above their heads right now, and even with all the good stories coming out of Anaheim, I’d look to parlay the good vibes into something more reliable long term. See if someone’s willing to give up on a Manny Machado type—a proven veteran off to a slow start. I’d also likely accept someone like Riley Greene, whose numbers will improve as the warmer months approach.”
– Austin Lowell (Fantasy Baseball By The Numbers)
Michael King (SP – SD)
“Despite the 2.28 ERA, Michael King is sporting a 4.16 xERA. He’s giving up a lot of barreled and hard contact, which hasn’t done anything yet, but is supporting that xERA. His strikeout rate is lower than it was last year, and he has a 12.5% walk rate. It feels like the wheels are going to come off a bit, and the strikeout/walk rates will make it feel even worse. It seems like a decent time to sell now while the market is looking for starting pitching.”
– Chris Welsh (FantasyPros)
Mason Miller (RP – SD)
“Mason Miller, RP, San Diego Padres – The only way to describe it is insanity. 0.00 ERA, 0.35 WHIP, and 27 strikeouts in 11.1 innings pitched, resulting in seven saves and a W. In most points leagues, Miller ranks second to the only crazier early-season start at the pitching position, which belongs to Jose Soriano. The only way to sell high on Miller is to target players at other positions because it’s almost impossible to see how he doesn’t finish 2026 as the best closer in the game. I’d start by looking at players with comparable ADPs to Miller, who had an average ADP of 46.8 on draft night, and target buy-low or undervalued players at positions I value significantly more than closer in that same ADP range. Players like James Wood (40.8 ADP), Roman Anthony (43.6 ADP), Brice Turang (48), Zach Neto, or Wyatt Langford (53.6). I’d even toss a Hail Mary and try to configure an offer that landed me Jazz Chisholm or the Hail of all Hail Marys, Bobby Witt Jr. Go big or big home as they say. Miller is a monster, and if you value a closer that could be a top three strikeout pitcher on your staff from the RP position as well as the best player at his position, then ride him all the way to Halloween. But, if, like me, you punt the saves category and all, and all don’t value closers at all, make your extremely easy case to an owner that thinks the exact opposite about them as we do, and sell now. You don’t get higher than where Miller currently sits.”
– Chris Mitchell (FantasyData)
Chase DeLauter (OF – CLE)
“Sell Chase DeLauter. I’ve been saying it since the first series, and it still looks like all hype. He has just one homer since the start of April, and the power profile points closer to 15 to 20 on the season. Cash out while the name still carries weight. Flip him for an underperforming bat like Tyler Soderstrom.”
– Muntradamus (Beast Dome)
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