X
Lost password?

Don't have an account?
Gain Access Now

X

Receive free daily analysis

NFL
NBA
NHL
NASCAR
CFB
MLB
MMA
PGA
ESPORTS
BETTING

Already have an account? Log In

X

Forgot Password


POPULAR FANTASY TOOLS

Expert Advice
Articles & Tools
Import Your Leagues
Daily Stats & Leaders
All Pitcher Matchups
Compare Any Players
Compare Any Players
Rookies & Call-Ups
24x7 News and Alerts

Deeper Hitter Pickups for Fantasy Baseball - NFBC Waiver Wire Report for Week 16

Deeper fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups for hitters focused on deeper NFBC leagues with 12+ teams. Consider adding these free-agent hitters for Week 16.

We have completed another week of MLB action, making it time to make more waiver wire moves heading into Week 16. However, things will be slightly different for our weekly look into the high-stakes NFBC landscape. For those who do not know, in the NFBC, there are no IL spots and trades, making waiver moves a bit different. Also, offensive roster moves are made bi-weekly, so some waiver claims are made for the player in a great matchup early or later in the week. This weekly article will outline the upcoming schedule, two-start pitchers, and a few waiver targets that are rostered in less than 50% of leagues according to the 12-team online championships.

As the season continues and we are churning and burning on the waiver wire, sometimes a hot bat is worth a pick-up. Besides "hot bats," we can also look at upcoming schedules to try and maximize at-bats. With all of the injuries, we are also looking into players that may be receiving more playing time. Some of the lower rostered players, or some not mentioned here, are on the solid side of platoons, so make sure you are not adding them if they have a negative schedule. Lastly, the names in the article are in order of percentage rostered, not so much in my preference of adding to your roster. This article will discuss NFBC fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups for Week 16, July 25th through July 31st.

In the first few weeks, rostered percentages can change quickly. So be quick to check your leagues for their availability. Also, when you want to chat about outfielders, prospects, or dynasty leagues, please message me directly on Twitter at @bdentrekKey points - this list will focus on rostered players in less than 50% of NFBC OC leagues.

Be sure to check all of our fantasy baseball lineup tools and resources:

 

Fantasy Baseball Schedule Outlook

We have entered the All-Star break,

  • 7 Games- BAL, BOS, CIN, CLE, COL, DET, HOU, KC, LAA, LAD, MIA, PHI, SEA, SF, TB, TEX
  • 6 Games- ARI, ATL, CHC, MIL, NYY, OAK, PIT, SD, TOR, WAS
  • 5 Games- CWS, MIN, NYM, STL

 

Fantasy Baseball Two-Start Pitchers

 

Infield Waiver Wire Pickups

Joey Wendle (2B/SS/3B), Miami Marlins

27% Rostered

Since returning from the IL on July 1, Wendle has been a strong offensive contributor. He is hitting .310 with five doubles and two stolen bases. He has surprisingly only scored one run while driving in seven but is striking out only 7.7% of the time, which will always bode well. Wendle will not hit for much power as he only has two home runs on the season, but he will provide excellent batting average gains, some steals, and hopefully some more runs. Wendle has been hitting leadoff most of the time since his return, and that should continue with Jazz Chisholm out for most of the season. Lastly, Wendle brings great positional flexibility that will help nearly all fantasy teams.

Ramon Urias (2B/SS/3B), Baltimore Orioles

22% Rostered

Urias returned from the IL on July 4 and has been a hitting machine. He is hitting .372 with three home runs, eight runs scored, and 14 RBI. He is flexing his muscle to the tune of a .256 ISO, 1.041 OPS, and 191 wRC+. Urias is also producing well with a 10.9% strikeout rate which means a lot of balls in play which his 10.5% barrel rate and 47.4% hard-hit rate will flourish with. We can't expect Urias to contribute this well all season, but he can be a fantasy asset in deeper leagues and, for now, has solid skills for 12-team clubs. Enjoy his positional flexibility and production while he is raking.

Adam Frazier (2B/OF), Seattle Mariners

22% Rostered

It appears Frazier is finally returning to fantasy relevance. He brings an eight-game hitting streak into the weekend, which has seen him hit .400 with a home run and a stolen base. In addition, he has a .940 OPS with a 170 wRC+ and a strikeout rate below 10%. Frazier is now hitting .237 with three home runs and three stolen bases. Frazier has proven he can provide solid batting average gains with some power and speed. The Mariners are surging offensively, and Frazier has joined the party. He deserves some more love on fantasy teams for now.

Nick Pratto (1B), Kansas City Royals

1% Rostered

Pratto was recalled on Friday with Edward Olivares returning to the IL. Pratto has hit safely in three of five games this season, with multiple hits. He has three doubles and a home run with a 1.035 OPS and 188 wRC+. Pratto was a highly heralded prospect entering the season with some power and speed. He struggled a bit in the minors, but he appears to be finding his grove, and if he can make regular playing time, he becomes a fantasy asset for the rest of the season.

 

Outfield Waiver Wire Pickups

Tyler Naquin (OF), Cincinnati Reds  

36% Rostered

Naquin was an offensive force last season; we have been waiting for that to happen again this season. He has been dealing with injuries this season but is healthy for now. On the season, Naquin is hitting .246 with six home runs and three stolen bases. Despite his struggles, he has a .194 ISO, .749 OPS, and 101 wRC+. He has a 9.6% barrel rate and 39.2% hard-hit rate, so some of the skills for power are still in Naquin somewhere. The Reds play seven games next week, all in Great American Small Park, and he faces five RHP, including four Orioles pitchers. Naquin will get going sooner than later, so jump on the train before it leaves the station.

Seth Brown (1B/OF), Oakland Athletics  

32% Rostered

Brown is on a heater, hitting safely in 12 of his last 14 games. He is hitting .273 over the stretch with two home runs and a respectable 18.2% strikeout rate. His .164 ISO is solid but needs to improve on a 6.7% barrel rate and 28.9% hard-hit rate. Power has always been an asset for Brown, so the improved average is excellent, and the power should follow. Brown has 12 home runs on the season with seven stolen bases, so taking a chance on Brown to continue his intense stretch is wise.

Robbie Grossman (OF), Detroit Tigers  

19% Rostered

Grossman has had a disappointing season but is still worth a look in deeper leagues. He is only hitting .221 since June 24 but has six extra-base hits and a stolen base. He is walking 11.4% of the time with a .103 ISO. Grossman only has two home runs on the season with three stolen bases, which is terrible considering his 20/20 season last year. However, Grossman still plays every day, so at-bats will still be aplenty, making Grossman an asset in deeper formats.

Austin Slater (OF), San Francisco Giants  

11% Rostered

Slater has usually been tough in fantasy as he plays on the short side of a platoon. That stops as he plays daily, thanks to injuries in the Giants outfield. Since July 2, Slater has been hitting .426 with five doubles and three stolen bases. He has a 1.011 OPS to go with a 194 wRC+. Slater is producing in significant ways and brings some power with his speed to your fantasy team. He will usually hit leadoff for the Giants, which improves his fantasy value. With everyday playing time, Slater becomes relevant even in 12-team leagues.



Download Our Free News & Alerts Mobile App

Like what you see? Download our updated fantasy baseball app for iPhone and Android with 24x7 player news, injury alerts, sleepers, prospects & more. All free!



More Waiver Wire Pickups and Streamers




POPULAR FANTASY TOOLS

Expert Advice
Articles & Tools
Import Your Leagues
Daily Stats & Leaders
All Pitcher Matchups
Compare Any Players
Compare Any Players
Rookies & Call-Ups
24x7 News and Alerts

REAL-TIME FANTASY NEWS

NBA

Bronny James Scores 10 Points
Harrison Ingram

Limited on Sunday
NBA

Isaiah Mobley Drops 16 Points
NBA

Ryan Rollins Staying with Bucks
T.J. Watt

Pittsburgh Still Not Close on New Contract
Terry McLaurin

Still Not Pleased with Contract Situation
Sonny Milano

on Track to Be Ready for Training Camp
Yu Darvish

to Make Season Debut on Monday
MLB

Nationals Fire Dave Martinez, Mike Rizzo
Jakub Dobes

Signs Two-Year Deal with Canadiens
KaVontae Turpin

Arrested on Two Charges
Cole Ragans

to Begin Throwing on Monday
Theo Johnson

Prioritizing his Health this Offseason
Andrés Giménez

Andres Gimenez Hits 10-Day Injured List
Jermaine Burton

Continues to Show Growth
NHL

Hendrix Lapierre Signs One-Year Deal with Capitals
Carson Hocevar

Should DFS Players Consider Carson Hocevar for Chicago Lineups?
Tye Kartye

Kraken Re-Sign Tye Kartye for Two Years
Ross Chastain

May be A Decent DFS Option for Chicago Lineups
Dmitri Voronkov

Signs Two-Year, $8.35 Million Extension with Blue Jackets
Ryan Preece

Should DFS Players Roster Ryan Preece at Chicago?
Austin Dillon

Is Too Great of A Risk to Add to Chicago Lineups
Zane Smith

Is A Value Play Worth Rostering At Chicago
Austin Hill

is A Favorable Value Option for Chicago DFS Lineups
Ty Dillon

Is Ty Dillon A Decent Driver to Add For NASCAR DFS At Chicago?
William Byron

Qualifying Crash Makes William Byron a Likely DFS Must-Have
Alex Bowman

Should Finish Well, but Probably Costs Too Much for Serious DFS Consideration
Joey Logano

Has Been Relatively Mediocre on Road Courses Lately
Ryan Blaney

Doesn't Really Fit Neatly into Optimal DFS Lineups
Austin Cindric

Remains an Overrated Road Racer
Brad Keselowski

Likely to Brush Past Chicago Street Course to Focus on Daytona
NASCAR

John H. Nemechek One of the Best Underdog Options After Strong Runs at Mexico City and Last Year
Cole Custer

Strong Mexico City Run and Xfinity Series Chicago Win Make Him a Solid DFS Option
Erik Jones

Likely Not Good Enough on Road Courses for DFS Consideration Despite Poor Qualifying Result
Noah Gragson

May Be Better Than Other Cheap DFS Options
Riley Herbst

Despite Decent Mexico City Run, Don't Expect Riley Herbst to Contend at Chicago
Cody Ware

Is a Road Course Veteran, but It's Rarely Helped Him in NASCAR
Shane Van Gisbergen

Shane van Gisbergen Is The Heavy Favorite to Win at Chicago Street Course
Christopher Bell

Should Be Strong Despite Practice Struggles at Chicago Street Course
Cam Ward

"Not Expecting" to be handed Starting Job
Chase Claypool

Eager to Get Back on the Field
Wyatt Langford

Activated, Playing on Saturday
Jay Huff

on the Move to Indiana
Cam Whitmore

Wizards Acquire Cam Whitmore from the Rockets
LaJohntay Wester

Stands out on Special Teams
Clarke Schmidt

Likely to Undergo Tommy John Surgery
Nolan Arenado

Scratched from Saturday's Lineup
Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

Starting on Saturday
Corbin Carroll

Activated from 10-Day Injured List
Cincinnati Bengals

Shemar Stewart, Bengals Continue Contract Talks, No Progress Made
Giannis Antetokounmpo

Potential Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade may not Happen Until "August, September"
Ha-Seong Kim

Removed Early During Season Debut
ARI

Christian Fischer Retires From NHL at 28
NHL

Spencer Martin Moves to Russia
WAS

Anthony Beauvillier Re-Signs With Capitals for Two Years
Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

Sitting Out With Foot Issue
Isaiah Neyor

Impresses at Minicamp
Houston Rockets

Jock Landale Waived by Rockets
Bo Bichette

Back in Blue Jays Lineup
Jonas Valančiūnas

Jonas Valanciunas Considering Returning to Europe
Miles Sanders

Works With Starters During Mandatory Minicamp
Jabari Walker

Signs Two-Way Deal With Sixers
Chimere Dike

Titans Could Move Chimere Dike Inside
Keandre Lambert-Smith

KeAndre Lambert-Smith not Guaranteed Roster Spot
Anthony Bradford

Working Hard to Win Back Starting Job
Byron Young

Still Improving?
Cody Simon

Jonathan Gannon has Been Impressed With Cody Simon
SirVocea Dennis

has Impressive Offseason
Trevor Penning

Could Still Have a Role in New Orleans
Jonathan Kuminga

Warriors Decline Recent Offer for Jonathan Kuminga
Orlando Magic

Moritz Wagner, Magic Agree to One-Year Deal
Clarke Schmidt

Placed on Injured List
José Soriano

Jose Soriano Throws Gem Against Braves
Robbie Ray

Earns Ninth Win in Complete Game
T.J. Watt

Likely to Reset the Edge-Rush Market
George Springer

Blasts Two Homers, Drives in Four
James Wood

Goes Yard in Five-Hit Night
Bradley Beal

Suns Discussing Potential Buyout
Los Angeles Lakers

Jaxson Hayes Staying with the Lakers
NBA

Damian Lillard "Open" to Signing With a Team This Offseason
Max Muncy

Out at Least Six Weeks
Clarke Schmidt

Leaves Start with Forearm Tightness
Colson Montgomery

Promoted to the Major Leagues
Pittsburgh Steelers

Omar Khan, Steelers Agree to Three-Year Contract
Max Muncy

Goes on Injured List With Knee Bruise
SJ

Sharks Claim Nick Leddy Off Waivers
SJ

Sharks Sign Dmitry Orlov to Two-Year, $13 Million Contract
CAR

Nikolaj Ehlers Joins Hurricanes on Six-Year Contract
Chau Smith-Wade

Having Stellar Offseason
Ace Bailey

Inks Rookie Contract With Jazz
Boston Celtics

Josh Minott Inks Deal With Celtics
Sandro Mamukelashvili

Heading to Toronto
Jared McCain

Not on 76ers Summer League Roster
Dylan Harper

Unavailable for California Classic
COL

Brent Burns Inks One-Year Deal with Avalanche
STL

Blues Land Pius Suter on Two-Year Deal
Morgan Frost

Agrees to Two-Year Extension with Flames
WPG

Gustav Nyquist Moves to Winnipeg
Cody Glass

Devils Re-Sign Cody Glass to Two-Year Deal
PIT

Anthony Mantha Joins Penguins
Cleveland Cavaliers

Larry Nance Jr. Headed Back to Cavaliers
Emil Heineman

Signs Two-Year Deal with Islanders
Simon Holmstrom

Re-Signs with Islanders for Two Years
UTA

Nate Schmidt Signs Three-Year Deal with Mammoth
UTA

Brandon Tanev Moves to Utah on Three-Year Contract
Bud Cauley

in Great Form Ahead of John Deere Classic
Christiaan Bezuidenhout

a Player to Avoid at John Deere Classic
Jake Knapp

Riding Momentum Ahead of John Deere Classic
PGA

Sungjae Im Looking for Consistency at John Deere Classic
Ryan Gerard

a Solid Option at John Deere Classic
Rickie Fowler

Looking to Rebound at John Deere Classic
Cameron Champ

a Volatile Option at John Deere Classic
Jackson Suber

Staying Below 70 is Key to Success for Jackson Suber
Kevin Roy

Playing Better Heading into John Deere Classic
Justin Lower

Hoping for Something Positive in Illinois
Ben Kohles

a Long Shot at John Deere Classic
Stephan Jaeger

Attempts to Stop Roller-Coaster Ride
Beau Hossler

Needs a Challenge in Illinois
Harry Higgs

Has Potential at John Deere Classic
Nick Dunlap

Keeps Plugging Through Tough 2025 Season
Kevin Yu

a Near Must-Play at TPC Deere Run
PGA

J.T. Poston Returns to John Deere Classic Looking for Another High Finish
Thriston Lawrence

a Decent Fit For John Deere Classic
Tom Kim

Not Finding Much to be Happy About Ahead of John Deere Classic
Si Woo Kim

is a Prohibitive Fade at John Deere Classic
Ben Griffin

is the Appropriate Favorite at TPC Deere Run
RANKINGS
C
1B
2B
3B
SS
OF
SP
RP

RANKINGS

QB
RB
WR
TE
K
DEF