Availability
The Tigers signed INF Zach McKinstry to a one-year, $4.2 million contract to avoid arbitration.
Fantasy Impact
McKinstry is coming off a season where he was named to the All-Star team. He should remain in a similar role at third base heading into next year with the Tigers.
Zach McKinstry went 1-for-4 with one run scored and two strikeouts in the Tigers’ 5-2 loss to the Guardians on Tuesday.
Fantasy Impact
McKinstry has 115 hits, 50 RBI, and 68 runs scored across 443 at-bats. With a .260 average, .334 OBP, and 20 steals, he’s offered steady depth and some speed to the Tigers’ lineup.
Zach McKinstry went 1-for-2 in the loss to the Braves with a home run and an RBI.
Fantasy Impact
The 30-year-old continues an underwhelming stretch at the plate, hitting .226 with two home runs and 10 RBI over his last 30 games for the Tigers. After yesterday’s game, McKinstry holds a .257 batting average, 12 home runs, and 49 RBI across 138 games this season.
Zach McKinstry was scratched from the lineup for Tuesday’s game against the Yankees with upper back stiffness.
Fantasy Impact
McKinstry will be further evaluated. There should be an update on his status when available.
Zach McKinstry went 1-for-3 with an RBI and a walk in the Tigers’ loss to the Mets on Tuesday.
Fantasy Impact
McKinstry raised his OBP to .344 and brought his hit total to 107 with 47 RBI through 404 at-bats. His versatility and ability to get on base continue to give him value in deeper mixed and AL-only leagues.