Fantasy baseball managers are always looking for an edge in their leagues, and one strategy that can pay off is buying low on struggling players and selling high on those who have exceeded expectations. Below, our featured experts look closely at some players they’re targeting for these trades. They have closely monitored the latest player trends and performance metrics to identify key players you should consider buying low and selling high to maximize your roster’s potential.
By leveraging our exclusive fantasy baseball trade analyzer and relying on advanced metrics, comprehensive player rankings, and player projections, our experts have determined which players you should target in trades and which ones you should look to move. So, whether you need a roster shake-up or simply want to capitalize on a player’s hot streak, this article is here to guide you through the process.
Let’s examine these trade recommendations, analyze the rationale behind each move, and provide you with actionable advice to help you dominate your league. Don’t forget to check out our other fantasy baseball resources to help you stay ahead of the competition all season long. Happy trading!
Fantasy Baseball Trade Advice: Buy Low/Sell High
What one MLB player are you trying to buy low and why? Also, who are you willing to give up for him?
Cal Raleigh (C – SEA)
“Cal Raleigh may be in a huge slump, but his talent is still elite at the catcher position, and we already saw that upside with his 7 HRs earlier this season. Raleigh absolutely has 40+ HR power in the tank, and when he gets hot, the home runs tend to come in bunches. Catcher is still one of the weakest positions in fantasy baseball, making his upside even more valuable. I would trade Jose Soriano for him without hesitation.”
– Muntradamus (Beast Dome)
Jose Ramirez (3B – CLE)
“Jose Ramirez is slashing .210/.337/.370, so it is definitely time to kick the tires in your leagues to see what he might cost. According to Baseball Savant, these numbers are ridiculously low compared to his expected. Part of the issue is his BABIP is at .219, which is 60 points below his career average, and his ISO is .160, which is also 60 points lower than his career. Ramirez is walking at a 16.1% rate and still avoiding strikeouts at his normal clip. As the weather heats up, so will the best third baseman in baseball. I’d be willing to flip Byron Buxton for him without much thought.”
– Kelly Kirby (FantasyPros)
Emmet Sheehan (SP – LAD)
“It’s been a bit of an up-and-down season for Emmet Sheehan, and maybe more down than up. He has a 4.79 ERA with some noticeable fastball velo decline. Despite that, he has an xERA of 4.14, and in four of his last five outings, he’s given up three or fewer earned runs. Though the fastball velo is down, the exit velocity against it is down three miles per hour, plus his slider is still the unhittable whiff pitch. The Dodgers also create a floor to his fantasy value, and right now is a solid time to buy, as some may be considering even dropping him.”
– Chris Welsh (FantasyPros)
What one MLB player are you trying to sell high right now and why? Also, who would you try to get in return?
Jose Soriano (SP – LAA)
“Jose Soriano reminded us he still has ace-level upside with a dominant outing against the Blue Jays, but we also have to remember this is a Toronto lineup sitting near the bottom of the AL East standings. Soriano entered the season with major consistency concerns, and I have seen enough to believe he is not bulletproof for another four months of baseball. This is the perfect time to sell high before the inevitable rough stretch hits. Package Soriano with a catcher upgrade piece and go get Cal Raleigh before the power surge returns.”
– Muntradamus (Beast Dome)
Spencer Arrighetti (SP – HOU)
“Right now, I am hoarding healthy starting pitchers to help fill the vast and infinite void that injuries have created. However, that void creates plenty of sell-high opportunities, so against my panicked instincts, I would start shopping Spencer Arrighetti. In five starts, he is 4-1 with a 1.88 ERA and 30 strikeouts in 28 2/3 innings. Underneath those numbers, however, it gets ugly fast. Arrighetti’s xERA is 5.41 with an xFIP of 4.65 with a K/BB rate of 1.76. He has also uncharacteristically minimized home runs, giving up only 0.31 HR/9 versus a career rate of 1.21. I’d go after a solid batter like Alec Burleson to help boost the floor of my team.”
– Kelly Kirby (FantasyPros)
Ozzie Albies (2B – ATL)
“Despite what happens with Ozzie Albies moving forward, it’s hard to argue he won’t return value based on where he was being drafted. The eight home runs and .300 average have him at the top of the second base ranks. Despite the hot start, I find it hard to believe for him to continue this for the entire year. His BABIP was up around .320, which could have been an indicator he was over-shooting his production, but that’s fallen to around .300 after having just two hits in his last five games. The big thing I have focused on is that nothing has changed in his game, despite this crazy start. He’s not barreling more or pulling more; it’s the same Ozzie that wasn’t good last year, with better results. His xBA sits at .250, which reads more like the hitter he has become. I think this is a peak sell time, as many see him as the best second baseman in baseball. If I can sell high, I am looking to do it (one listener told me they sold Ozzie for Kyle Tucker), but I am not looking to get out of his business, so I don’t just accept any trade. Sell high.”
– Chris Welsh (FantasyPros)
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