Josh Naylor

The Diamondbacks have acquired Josh Naylor from the Guardians in exchange for Slade Cecconi and a competitive balance Round B draft pick.

Fantasy Impact

Naylor had been in the middle of trade rumors in recent weeks. Arizona lost Christian Walker in free agency, so Naylor should replace him at first base. He should fit in right in the middle of the order for the Diamondbacks.

Josh Naylor went 2-for-4 in the Guardians' 4-3 loss to the Astros.

Fantasy Impact

Despite managing a couple of hits, Naylor couldn't contribute to the run column or drive in any runs, reflecting a game that was more about missed opportunities than clutch performances. His season-long stats, including a .243 batting average and 31 homers, suggest he has the power to impact games, but his inconsistency, highlighted by a .246 BABIP, can be frustrating for fantasy managers. Naylor's ability to connect with the ball hasn't translated into as many productive outcomes as one might hope, making him a risky play in fantasy matchups.

Josh Naylor went 2-for-4 in the Guardians' 5-4 win over the Twins, delivering two home runs and driving in two runs while scoring three times.

Fantasy Impact

This performance underscores Naylor's role as a significant power source within the Cleveland lineup, especially given his tally of 31 homers for the season. Despite a modest .245 batting average, his ability to impact the game with timely hits has been invaluable, particularly in close contests like today's. Fantasy managers should continue to value Naylor for his RBI and home run potential, though his average and on-base skills might not contribute as robustly in other categories.

Josh Naylor went 2-for-4 with two RBI in the Guardians' 6-1 win over the Rays.

Fantasy Impact

His contributions were crucial in extending the team's lead, though his hits didn't include any extra-base knocks. Naylor's performance this season has been a mixed bag, with a modest .244 batting average but a solid 103 RBI and 29 home runs, indicating his knack for driving in runs and delivering power. His role as a key RBI contributor should keep him relevant in fantasy lineups, especially in formats that reward power and production. However, his relatively high strikeout rate and low batting average could be a concern.

Josh Naylor is in the starting lineup for the Guardians Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Naylor will start at first base and bat cleanup Friday. He is hitting .245, with 29 home runs, and 100 RBI this season.