Javier Baez

Tigers infielder Javier Baez is suspended for the 2026 WBC due to a positive marijuana test during the 2023 event.

Fantasy Impact

Baez and Major League Baseball, who allows for marijuana use, attempted to allow Baez to participate for Puerto Rico in the upcoming WBC, but were unsuccessful. The veteran earned an All-Star appearance in 2025 after a bounce-back first half, but struggled mightily down the stretch and ended up with an 86 wRC+ across 126 games.

Javier Baez went 1-for-4 in the loss to the Red Sox, contributing three RBI with a home run and scoring a run himself.

Fantasy Impact

Following Sunday's final game, Baez's season totals are a .254 batting average, 12 home runs, and 57 RBI over 126 games.

Javier Baez is considered day-to-day with a head injury.

Fantasy Impact

Baez left Friday's game early. There should be an update on his status on Saturday.

Javier Baez went 2-for-4 in the victory against the Phillies, driving in four runs with a home run, a triple, and scoring once.

Fantasy Impact

The 32-year-old has provided mixed results at the plate, hitting .240 with four home runs and 12 RBI over his last 30 games for the Tigers. After yesterday’s win, Baez has a .267 batting average with 45 RBI and 11 home runs across 91 games this season.

Javier Baez went 1-for-4 with a run scored and two strikeouts during Tuesday’s loss to the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact

Baez remains a volatile fantasy option, offering occasional power and speed while struggling with strikeouts. He’s batting .270 with 10 homers and 39 RBI, making him more useful in deeper or daily leagues that can absorb his inconsistency.