Tyler Black, 1B, MIL (CBS: 2% rostered)
The injury‑wracked Brewers offense is pulling out all the stops and has once again turned to Tyler Black in hopes of finding some respite. With Andrew Vaughn, Jackson Chourio, and Christian Yelich all sidelined, the opportunity is there, but Black has to step up and get the job done — something he has struggled to do in the past.
Carlos Cortes, OF, ATH (CBS: 12% rostered)
Over the past seven days, Carlos Cortes has been on fire, going 11‑for‑22 with three homers and five RBI. He’s working his way into a steady diet of everyday at‑bats, as he should. In only 267 at‑bats last year at Las Vegas, he slugged 17 homers with 77 RBI and a strong .414 OBP. Yes, it was Las Vegas, but there’s still potential for the 28‑year‑old to provide a spark — or at least serve as a temporary injury fill‑in for one of those five outfield slots.
Josh Jung, 3B, TEX (CBS: 57% rostered)
After a couple of seasons in which Josh Jung really struggled, it’s nice to see a strong start to the ’26 campaign. In 87 at‑bats, he has four homers, 16 RBI, and a .299 batting average. If you’re looking for a replacement for the injured Eugenio Suárez, he could be just what the doctor ordered.
Nick Martinez, SP/RP, TBR (CBS: 46% rostered)
Nick Martinez is off to a very good start. In five outings, he has allowed only seven earned runs, and in his last start he shut down the high‑flying Reds offense, giving up just one earned run over eight innings. As we head into May, it’s time to ride the hot hand.
Ronny Mauricio, 3B, NYM (CBS: 8% rostered)
Mauricio was off to a strong start at Triple‑A Syracuse with six homers, five stolen bases, and a stellar .987 OPS. Let’s hope he brings that momentum with him to the Mets, as Francisco Lindor will be shut down for at least three weeks with a left calf strain.
Alejandro Osuna, OF, TEX (CBS: 1% rostered)
Just when Wyatt Langford looked like he was turning the corner, a flexor strain sidelined him indefinitely. The Rangers are turning to Alejandro Osuna in the interim. For those playing AL‑only or 20‑team formats, Osuna should provide (hopefully) short‑term relief.
Yohendrick Pinango, OF, TOR (CBS: 1% rostered)
The injuries continue to mount in “Hogtown” as Nathan Lukes hits the IL with a left hamstring strain. The Jays have turned to one of their top prospects, Yohendrick Pinango. He was off to a solid start at Triple‑A Buffalo, slugging three homers with 13 RBI and a pair of steals.
Let’s hand this one off to Rich Wilson for his thoughts:
“Fantasy managers should treat Pinango as a watchlist riser with deep‑league appeal. He’s shown flashes before, but this time the gains feel more sustainable. If the power holds and the OBP stays north of .350, he could carve out a role as a speed‑and‑contact contributor with sneaky value in five‑outfielder formats.”
Connor Prielipp, SP, MIN (CBS: 13% rostered)
The Twins’ pitching woes continue — Mick Abel, not — so they turned to 25‑year‑old Connor Prielipp. He went four innings in his debut, allowing two runs while striking out six. In deeper formats, a small bid will give you access to that strikeout potential.
JR Ritchie, SP, ATL (CBS: 33% rostered)
Who doesn’t like or need a good No. 3/4 starter? The Braves certainly do, especially when they get called up and shove for seven strong innings in their MLB debut. Ritchie allowed two earned runs (both solo shots) and struck out seven. Back on April 12, we suggested that an early buy‑in could yield solid returns, and that day — and many more — appear to be upon us.
TJ Rumfield, 1B, COL (CBS: 35% rostered)
While we count the minutes waiting for the arrival of young slugger Charlie Condon, TJ Rumfield has quietly been getting the job done. Over the past seven days, he’s gone 7‑for‑22 with a homer and seven RBI. In deeper formats where you’re struggling to fill a CI slot, he’s worthy of a small investment.
Robby Snelling, SP, MIA (CBS: 37% rostered)
Come on, Marlins, get with the program. You have a young phenom at Triple‑A who has posted a 2.25 ERA, 1.04 WHIP, and 35 strikeouts in 24 innings. There are only so many bullets in that gun, and it seems a shame to waste them on the farm. Let’s hope the Marlins agree and put the phone on speed dial.
Payton Tolle, SP, BOS (CBS: 71% rostered)
After that great debut in which Tolle shut down the vaunted Yankees offense on three hits while allowing only one earned run over six innings, the other 29% of CBS leagues should be rushing out to join the fun. Oh, did I fail to mention the 11 strikeouts.
Ildemaro Vargas, 1B/2B, ARZ (CBS: 37% rostered)
Five home runs, 16 RBI, and a 1.017 OPS would be considered a hot start for anyone — but when you’re talking about a 34‑year‑old veteran with a career .667 OPS, it’s downright amazing. Ride the streak for all it’s worth, keeping in mind the late, great George Harrison’s reminder: “All Things Must Pass.”
Brandon Young, SP, BAL (CBS: 3% rostered)
While everyone is spending big bucks on Payton Tolle and JR Ritchie this weekend, Brandon Young could prove to be a sneaky bargain. He got the call this week — his second of the young season — and tossed 5 2/3 solid innings to earn his second victory. He has been lights‑out on the farm and hasn’t looked out of place in Baltimore. With Dean Kremer sidelined by a quadriceps strain, Young has a great opportunity to prove he belongs every fifth day.
Closer Report
Robert Suarez, ATL (CBS: 76% rostered)
Raisel Iglesias is dealing with right shoulder inflammation, but early indications suggest it could be a short IL stint. In the meantime, the Braves have turned to Robert Suarez — who saved 76 games over the past two seasons with the Padres — to hold down the ninth until Iglesias returns.
Corbin Martin, CHC (CBS: 2% rostered)
Is one‑time D‑Backs prospect Corbin Martin the only arm left in the Cubs bullpen with even 30 seconds of ninth‑inning experience? Well, there’s also sometimes‑swingman‑now‑short‑man Ben Brown (CBS: 18% rostered), but with the top four relievers on the IL, the Cubs’ offense better be firing on all cylinders. Martin got the call from Triple‑A Iowa last week and shut down the Dodgers to earn his first career save on Friday. If you don’t toss the odd dart, you’ll never find your way to a bullseye (or ruin a good sheet of drywall).
Jacob Latz, TEX (CBS: 12% rostered)
The Rangers bullpen remains in flux. Could Jacob prove to be the latz man standing? Don’t mess this one up, AI assistant, or your next assignment will be charting pitches at Coors Field.
