LF,CF - Tampa Bay Rays
- Age 25
- Georgia Tech
- Bats: L
- Throws: R
Availability
Chandler Simpson went 1-for-4 with a stolen base in Wednesday's 6-2 loss to the Chicago Cubs.
Fantasy Impact
Simpson has recorded two multi-hit games over his last three contests and has swiped three bases during that span. With an everyday role, he’s a strong waiver-wire consideration, boasting a .391 AVG and .864 OPS with five stolen bases through 12 games this season.
Chandler Simpson went 2-for-4 with a run scored and two stolen bases in Monday's 6-4 victory over the Chicago Cubs.
Fantasy Impact
In the second inning, Simpson singled and then stole both second and third before crossing the plate. He’s off to a strong start to the 2026 season, posting a .395/.439/.447 slash line with four stolen bases. Simpson looks poised to surpass the 44 stolen bases he recorded in his rookie season in 2025.
Chandler Simpson went 1-for-4 with a stolen base in Monday’s 3-2 win over the Milwaukee Brewers.
Fantasy Impact
After not starting the first game of the regular season, Simpson has now started three straight, including Monday against a southpaw. Over that stretch, he’s gone 6-for-15 with one walk, one stolen base, one RBI and three runs scored. He’s expected to be a problem on the basepaths once again this year and will look to surpass his 44 stolen bases from his rookie season.
Simpson (hamstring) dealt with left hamstring issues earlier in camp. The problem resurfaced with renewed soreness, forcing him out of action after last Tuesday's game.
Fantasy Impact
The week-long absence allowed recovery time, and Simpson is now feeling better. Manager Kevin Cash said he anticipates Simpson returning to the Grapefruit League lineup on Tuesday against Minnesota. Simpson has been limited to four spring appearances through this point in camp.
Chandler Simpson is dealing with left hamstring tightness.
Fantasy Impact
Simpson has recently been held out of game action due to the injury. It doesn't appear that his status for the start of the season is currently in doubt.
