San Francisco Giants

Blake Snell turned in a strong performance on Wednesday, allowing just one earned run on four hits and two walks while striking out eight over five innings in a 13-2 victory over the Brewers.

Fantasy Impact: This outing underscores Snell's ability to maintain a high strikeout rate, which now stands impressively at 12.1 K/9 for the season. His ERA slightly improved to 3.52, and with a WHIP of 1.12, he continues to demonstrate his efficiency in limiting base runners. Snell's solid FIP of 2.78 suggests his success is sustainable, bolstering his value in fantasy leagues. Fantasy managers should continue to view Snell as a reliable starting option, especially given his ability to rack up strikeouts at a high rate.

Matt Chapman went 1-for-3 with a home run and an RBI in the Giants' dominant 13-2 victory over the Brewers.

Fantasy Impact: This performance, featuring his 24th homer of the season, underscores a somewhat consistent power-hitting season for Chapman, despite a middling .251 average. His ability to contribute significant RBI (73) and runs scored (93) keeps him relevant in most fantasy formats, especially in categories that reward power stats. However, his high strikeout rate (0.241) continues to be a concern, potentially capping his batting average upside. Fantasy managers should value him as a solid third base option, particularly in leagues that favor home runs and RBI, while being cognizant of the batting average risk he carries.

Mike Yastrzemski had a productive outing in the Giants' dominant 13-2 victory over the Brewers, going 2-for-4 with a home run, a double, and four RBI.

Fantasy Impact: This performance is a bright spot in what has been a relatively average season for Yastrzemski, who is hitting .240 with 15 homers and 50 RBI over 125 games. His ability to drive in runs this game could hint at potential for more RBI opportunities, but his overall inconsistency at the plate this year might temper expectations. Fantasy managers should view Yastrzemski as a situational play, depending on matchups and streaks, rather than a consistent starter.

Jerar Encarnacion went 2-for-5 with a home run and three RBI in the Giants' dominant 13-2 victory over the Brewers.

Fantasy Impact: His performance included driving in key runs and adding to his home run tally for the season. Encarnacion's recent game highlights his potential to contribute significantly in power categories, though his high strikeout rate and low walk rate continue to be areas of concern for fantasy managers. With a batting average of .267 and a modest wOBA of .325 over 23 games, he remains a risky play in fantasy lineups, best suited for deeper leagues or as a streaming option when facing favorable matchups.

Brett Wisely is in the starting lineup for the Giants Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact: Wisely will cover second base and bat ninth against the Brewers. He is hitting .241, with three home runs, and 24 RBI this season.

Marco Luciano is out of the starting lineup for the Giants Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact: Luciano will head to the bench after going hitless Tuesday. Brett Wisely will start at second base and bat ninth against the Brewers.

Michael Conforto is out of the starting lineup for the Giants Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact: Conforto will head to the bench after going hitless Tuesday. Heliot Ramos will start in left field and bat third against the Brewers.

Landen Roupp took the loss in his season debut, allowing two earned runs on five hits with no walks and three strikeouts over five innings as the Giants were edged 3-2 by the Brewers on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact: Despite the loss, Roupp showed some control by not issuing any walks, which aligns with a promising preseason outlook that hinted at decent command. His performance resulted in a slight uptick in ERA to 3.44 and maintained a WHIP of 1.31, which are respectable numbers but suggest there's room for improvement, especially in terms of strikeout capabilities. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on his strikeout-to-walk ratio and BABIP, as these will be critical in determining his value in leagues that reward precision and efficiency.

Ryan Walker pitched the final five outs on Sunday against the Padres.

Fantasy Impact: Walker needed just 17 pitches to earn his seventh save on the season. He remains the closer ahead of Camilo Doval.

Spencer Bivens allowed one run on four hits across 4 1/3 innings on Sunday against the Padres.

Fantasy Impact: Bivens was pitching on short rest in place of Kyle Harrison who landed on the injured list. It is unclear if his next appearance will come as a starter or out of the bullpen.

Mark Canha is out of the starting lineup for the Giants Sunday.

Fantasy Impact: Canha will head to the bench for the series finale with the Padres. Jerar Encarnacion will start at first base and bat sixth Sunday.

Luis Matos is in the starting lineup for the Giants Sunday.

Fantasy Impact: Matos will start in right field and bat seventh against the Padres. He is hitting .210, with four home runs, and 24 RBI this season.

Logan Webb delivered a solid performance, allowing three earned runs on ten hits and two walks while striking out three over six innings in Saturday's 6-3 win over the Padres.

Fantasy Impact: Despite the high number of hits, Webb managed to limit the damage and secure the win, moving his season record to a commendable 12-9. His ERA slightly increased to 3.46, but his ability to induce ground balls and manage games effectively remains intact. Webb's fantasy value continues to be supported by his consistent innings pitched and a solid Giants defense. While his strikeout rate isn't elite, his control and efficiency make him a reliable option in most fantasy formats.

Grant McCray had a standout performance in the Giants' 6-3 victory over the Padres, going 2-for-4 with two home runs and five RBI.

Fantasy Impact: This game marks a significant uptick in McCray's production, especially considering his power display. With this performance, McCray's season totals have improved to a .262 batting average with five home runs and nine RBI over 19 games. His ability to drive in runs and hit for power, despite a high strikeout rate, suggests potential for fantasy relevance in leagues that value home runs and RBI. However, his low walk rate of indicates a need for improvement in plate discipline for sustained success. Fantasy managers should monitor McCray's performance for consistency in power hitting, which could make him a valuable asset in deeper leagues or formats that reward extra-base hits.

Mason Black allowed four earned runs on six hits and one walk while striking out six over 4 2/3 innings in Friday's 5-1 loss to the Padres.

Fantasy Impact: This outing continues a troubling trend for Black, whose season ERA now balloons to an unsettling 7.50, paired with a WHIP of 1.63 across his starts. Despite a decent strikeout rate of 8.3 K/9, his high ERA and WHIP are red flags for fantasy managers. The elevated .347 BABIP suggests some bad luck, but a FIP of 6.05 indicates that underlying performance issues are indeed present. Fantasy managers should be wary of relying on Black in their lineups, as his current form offers more risk than reward.

The Giants have placed Kyle Harrison on the 15-day IL with left shoulder inflammation. (Source: SF Giants on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Harrison has struggled recently and it appears it is due to inflammation in his left shoulder. He will likely undergo further testing before the team establishes a return timeline for Harrison.

The Giants have recalled Austin Warren from Triple-A Sacramento. (Source: SF Giants on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Warren will take Kyle Harrison's place on the roster after he was placed on the IL Friday. He is expected to work out of the Giants' bullpen.

Patrick Bailey went 2-for-4 with a double and three RBI in the Giants' 3-2 win over the Diamondbacks.

Fantasy Impact: His offensive output was crucial, driving in all three of San Francisco's runs. Despite a modest .233 batting average over 103 games this season, Bailey's performance in clutch situations continues to bolster his value in deeper fantasy leagues. His contributions are particularly valuable given the scarcity of productive catchers in fantasy baseball. While his strikeout rate remains a concern, Bailey's ability to drive in runs and occasional extra-base hits provide some upside. His role as a key RBI contributor in Thursday's game could hint at more consistent production, but fantasy managers should temper expectations given his overall performance this season.

Hayden Birdsong struggled in Wednesday's 6-4 loss to the Diamondbacks, surrendering two earned runs on three hits and five walks while striking out four over three innings.

Fantasy Impact: This performance continues a troubling trend for Birdsong, whose season ERA now sits at an inflated 5.19, compounded by a WHIP of 1.50. Despite a solid 11.1 K/9 rate, his control issues are evident with a high walk rate contributing to a mediocre 1.83 strikeout-to-walk ratio. Fantasy managers should be wary; while the strikeouts are appealing, his inconsistency and high ERA are significant liabilities. Birdsong's fantasy value is shaky at best, making him a risky play in all but the deepest of leagues.

LaMonte Wade Jr. went 2-for-4 with a home run and four RBI in the Giants' 6-4 loss to the Diamondbacks.

Fantasy Impact: Despite the team's defeat, Wade Jr.'s performance was a bright spot, contributing significantly with a clutch home run that drove in four runs. This season, Wade Jr. has maintained a decent .267 batting average and his power display in this game brings his home run tally to six. His ability to drive in runs, now totaling 27 RBI, coupled with a solid .348 wOBA, suggests he could be a valuable asset in deeper fantasy leagues, especially in formats that reward on-base percentage. However, fantasy managers should be wary of his high strikeout rate, which could dampen his batting average potential.