Kyle Schwarber

Kyle Schwarber reached base in the seventh inning and came around to score on an error to make it 9-1. His run would turn out to be the eventual winning run in the 10-8 victory.

Fantasy Impact

Schwarber has plenty of power but a low batting average. He does have patience so he is slightly more valuable in leagues that use OBP.

Kyle Schwarber homered in the second inning to open the scoring. His 11th HR of the season would be the eventual game-winner.

Fantasy Impact

Schwarber has plenty of power but a low batting average. He does have patience so he is slightly more valuable in leagues that use OBP.

Kyle Schwarber went 0-for-4 and stranded four men on base in Thursday's 7-0 loss to the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact

Schwarber is in a big-time funk, slashing just .162/.272/.374 in the past month. Schwarber has been prone to prolonged slumps before, and it's best to ride a hotter hitter in these final stages of the season.

Cubs manager David Ross wouldn't give a reason for the removal of Kyle Schwarber during Sunday's game against the Twins.

Fantasy Impact

Ross said that he wants to keep that decision "in-house." It sounds like this wasn't injury related. Schwarber was 0-for-1 before departing.

Kyle Schwarber recorded a run scored versus Cleveland Wednesday. His run would be the first of the game for the Cubs.

Fantasy Impact

Schwarber does not carry high batting averages but his patience has allowed him to have a solid on-base percentage. He has plenty of power but plays a position where that is common.