2B,3B,LF,RF - Colorado Rockies
- Age 28
- Bats: B
- Throws: R
Availability
Willi Castro went 3-for-4 with a home run and three runs batted in as he lifted the Rockies to a 5-1 victory over the Astros on Tuesday.
Fantasy Impact
Castro started at second base on Tuesday and took Houston starter, Mike Burrows, deep for a two-run shot in the bottom of the fourth that gave Colorado a 3-1 lead. Meanwhile, his second-inning RBI single tied the game at 1-1. It was Castro's first home run of the season and he is now batting .250 (10-for-40) with a home run and seven runs batted in through 11 games. He has appeared at every infield position, as well as two games in left field, so his versatility - plus playing in Coors Field - makes him an intriguing player in deeper leagues.
The Rockies are signing Willi Castro to a two-year contract.
Fantasy Impact
Castro will get $12.8 million as part of the deal. It is unclear where exactly he'll play for Colorado, but he'll have a chance to be an every day player across the field for the Rockies. He should be well on the fantasy radar now playing in a hitter friendly ball park.
The Braves, Pirates and Rockies have expressed interest in free agent Willi Castro.
Fantasy Impact
Castro finished last season with the Cubs after he was traded at the deadline. He will provide a team versatility in the infield and outfield wherever he lands.
The Twins are trading Willi Castro to the Cubs for prospects.
Fantasy Impact
As an impending free agent, Castro was expected to be on the move with the Twins continuing to sell. The Cubs were in on Eugenio Suarez, and now acquire Castro to add to their infield.
The Houston Astros are targeting Twins utility player Willi Castro ahead of the trade deadline.
Fantasy Impact
The Astros were swept by the Athletics in a four-game series over the weekend and are looking for some upgrades. Castro has been a nice piece for the Twins since joining them in 2023 and is currently enjoying a career year that has seen him hit .254 with 10 homers, eight stolen bases, and a .769 OPS across 327 trips to the plate.
