Javier Baez
SS - Detroit Tigers
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Javier Baez is in the starting lineup for the Detroit Tigers against the New York Yankees in the team’s Grapefruit League opener Saturday.
Fantasy Impact
Baez will get some important at-bats as the enigmatic shortstop looks to shake off a disappointing two-year stretch in Detroit and offer manager AJ Hinch an impactful bat in a young, unproven Tigers lineup. Baez will occupy the designated hitter spot and bat cleanup against the Yankees Saturday afternoon.
Javier Baez told reporters he’s battled through lower back and core issues the past two seasons.
Fantasy Impact
With new training routine, Baez said he feels strong and more like himself. He did not have any surgery, just strengthening those areas. He'll look to bounce back at the plate this season with the Tigers.
Detroit Tigers shortstop Javier Baez has opted into the final four years and $98 million of his contract with the club.
Fantasy Impact
Baez signed a six-year, $144 million deal with the Tigers that included an opt out after two seasons with the club prior to the 202 season but he has struggled in his brief time in Detroit. The decision comes as little surprise considering Baez is coming off a season that saw him hit just .222 with nine home runs across 136 games in the 2023 season.
Javier Baez is back in the lineup for the Detroit Tigers against the Cleveland Guardians Sunday.
Fantasy Impact
Baez returns after receiving Saturday’s contest off for rest purposes, starting at shortstop and batting eighth for manager AJ Hinch against the Guardians Sunday.
Javier Baez is missing from the lineup for the Detroit Tigers against the Cleveland Guardians Saturday.
Fantasy Impact
Baez will receive the afternoon off for routine rest, with Zach McKinstry starting at shortstop and batting sixth against the Guardians for manager AJ Hinch Saturday.