Andrew McCutchen

Andrew McCutchen is out of the starting lineup for the Pirates Thursday.

Fantasy Impact

McCutchen will head to the bench for the series finale with the Cardinals. Bryan Reynolds will serve as the DH and bat second.

Andrew McCutchen is out of the starting lineup for the Pirates Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

McCutchen will head to the bench for the series finale with the Marlins. Bryan Reynolds will serve as the DH and bat second.

Andrew McCutchen went 1-for-2 with a home run and three RBI in the Pirates' 6-4 victory over the Marlins.

Fantasy Impact

His performance included two walks and he scored once. Despite a less-than-stellar batting average of .241 this season, McCutchen's ability to draw walks and hit for power remains evident. His 20th homer and 60th walk of the season underscore his ongoing relevance in fantasy formats that value power and on-base skills. While his days as a top-tier outfielder are behind him, McCutchen still offers value in deeper leagues, particularly in OBP formats. His consistent RBI production and occasional home runs make him a viable fantasy option, especially against favorable matchups.

The Pirates have scratched Andrew McCutchen from the lineup Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

McCutchen was scratched due to a knee issue, but it does not sound serious. Oneil Cruz will now slot in as the DH and Michael Taylor will patrol center field.

Andrew McCutchen went 1-for-4 with a home run and an RBI in the Pirates' 5-3 win over the Cubs.

Fantasy Impact

His solo shot contributed to the team's victory, though his overall performance this season has been less than stellar, with a batting average of .238 and 18 homers over 104 games. McCutchen's power remains evident, but his high strikeout rate and declining batting average are red flags for fantasy managers. While he can still pop the occasional long ball, his days as a top fantasy outfielder are fading. Managers should consider him a situational play, depending on matchups and league format.