Jeff McNeil

Much of McNeil's 2020 season looked similar to his year in 2019. He hit over .300, rarely struck out, and got on base plenty. But the power gains that we saw in 2019 vanished, as he hit just four home runs over 52 games. His barrel rate (2.5%) and hard-hit percentage (26.5%) were some of the worst in the league, and he didn't even offer the token stolen base that he had chipped in during previous seasons. This is a scenario where McNeil's value to any particular fantasy manager will depend on the weight he or she gives to the shortened 2020 season. Given that McNeil never hit the ball particularly hard anyway, though, a good bet is to assume he at least returns to the high teens in home runs, slightly below his 2019 pace. With his strong average and multi-position eligibility, that makes McNeil an asset in the middle rounds.

Jeff McNeil (stomach) back in Mets' lineup on Tuesday

Jeff McNeil is back in the Mets' lineup on Tuesday and batting seventh against Jake Arrieta and the Phillies.

Fantasy Impact

McNeil left Sunday's game early with gastrointestinal discomfort but is feeling better now and starting in left field on Tuesday. McNeil has been hammering the ball lately with four home runs and 12 RBI with a 1.300 OPS over the last two weeks.