Cole Young

Cole Young is the leading candidate to be the Seattle Mariners’ Opening Day starting second baseman.

Fantasy Impact

Young appeared in 77 games during his rookie season and posted a .211/.302/.305 slash line. He finished the year with four home runs, all against right-handed pitching. If the Mariners stand pat this offseason, it appears he’ll get the first opportunity to start at second base, making him someone to monitor throughout the winter and spring training.

Cole Young went 1-for-4 with a home run on four RBI on Monday against the Phillies.

Fantasy Impact

Young was the star of the show in a game the Mariners will otherwise want to forget. He slugged a three-run home run while also driving in another run on a groundout.

Cole Young went 2-for-4 in the win against the Rangers with a home run, a triple, two runs scored, and two RBI.

Fantasy Impact

After today’s win over Texas, Young is hitting .247 with 14 RBI and 36 hits across 45 games this season. The 22-year-old has handled himself well in the majors, only striking out 19% of the time and putting up a near-league average xwOBA. However, he doesn't play every day, hindering his value this season. Fantasy managers should monitor his production the rest of the way for the future.

Cole Young went 2-for-4 in the victory against the Tigers, contributing with a home run, one run scored, and one RBI.

Fantasy Impact

Young is riding a five-game hitting streak and has hit two home runs during that stretch, playing a key role in the Mariners’ last two series. After Sunday’s game, he is batting .254 with 30 hits, 11 RBI, and 13 runs scored across 35 games this season.

Cole Young went 1-for-4 in a loss to the Yankees, driving in two runs with a home run and scoring once.

Fantasy Impact

After today’s game, Young has a .234 batting average with nine RBI and 25 hits across 32 games this season. Young has struggled at the plate as of late, hitting .136 with eight strikeouts over his last 22 at-bats.