Austin Hays

Austin Hays went 2-for-4 on Friday against the Yankees, hitting a double and scoring a run. The Orioles defeated the Yankees 5-1.

Fantasy Impact

Hays continues to bat leadoff this spring, a great sign for fantasy owners. Spring Training numbers do not mean much, but lineup placement certainly does. Hays will be a solid source for runs and homers, making him a good fifth outfielder in deep leagues.

Austin Hays received three at-bats in Saturday's exhibition against the Marlins, walking once and scoring twice.

Fantasy Impact

Hays is off to a rough start this spring, hitting just .154 and posting a .558 OPS. However, he will get every chance to take the starting center fielder job, given his prospect pedigree and lack of better options for the Orioles.

Austin Hays went 2-for-4 with a double, a walk, a stolen base, and two runs scored in the win against the Red Sox on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Hays has been hot since getting called up in September when the rosters expanded. The rookie is hitting .313 with nine extra-base hits, four home runs, 12 RBI, two steals, and 12 runs scored through 19 games. Hays has a good chance of earning a starting spot in 2020.

Austin Hays went 2-for-5 and scored a run during a loss to the Blue Jays on Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Hays is making a good impression after being a September callup by the Orioles from the minors when rosters expanded. The rookie is hitting .300 with four home runs and 12 RBI in 60 at-bats and has a good chance to win a role in the outfield in 2020 for the team.

Austin Hays went 1-for-6 with a two-run home run Saturday as the Orioles lost against the Mariners in extra innings.

Fantasy Impact

Hays has looked good since coming up to the majors this season. The 24-year-old outfielder is hitting 12-for-39 (.308) with two homers, four doubles, seven RBI, and a 5/4 K/BB ratio through 14 games.