Justyn-Henry Malloy

Justyn-Henry Malloy (illness) returns to the lineup for Saturday’s Grapefruit League game against Atlanta, per team updates, after overcoming a stomach bug.

Fantasy Impact

Malloy’s 13-for-43 spring clip, with 3 doubles, resumes Saturday versus Atlanta after a stomach bug, bolstering his Tigers bench bid for Opening Day. The 25-year-old’s case strengthens. Fantasy managers in deep dynasty leagues should stash him, banking on his bat for spot value in Detroit’s 2025 lineup if he secures a roster spot with this late push.

Justyn-Henry Malloy was pulled from Friday’s split-squad lineup against the Yankees due to a stomach bug, per team updates, after being set to bat leadoff.

Fantasy Impact

Malloy’s stomach bug scratches him from Friday’s game versus the Yankees, but the 25-year-old Tigers outfielder should return soon, likely safe for Opening Day. His absence appears brief. Fantasy managers in deeper dynasty leagues should stash him, banking on his bat for early value in Detroit’s 2025 lineup if he’s back in action within days as expected.

Justyn-Henry Malloy looks poised to snag a roster spot coming out of spring training, though he’s still vying for a utility role, per team reports.

Fantasy Impact

Malloy’s knack for crushing lefties—.893 OPS in 61 plate appearances as a rookie last year—gives him an edge, even with Torkelson, another southpaw smasher, and Ryan Kreidler also battling for bench duty. The 25-year-old’s glove is light, mostly DH with corner outfield stints and some first base reps this spring. Fantasy managers in deeper leagues might covet his bat against lefties if he sticks—watch how this utility fight shakes out.

Justyn-Henry Malloy is out of the lineup for the Detroit Tigers against the Chicago White Sox Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Malloy will receive the afternoon off for rest purposes, with Riley Greene batting cleanup and occupying the designated hitter spot for manager AJ Hinch against the White Sox Saturday.

Justyn-Henry Malloy is in the starting lineup for the Detroit Tigers against the Chicago White Sox Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Malloy is back against a left-handed starting pitcher, batting cleanup and occupying the designated spot for manager AJ Hinch against the White Sox Friday.