Cedric Mullins II

Cedric Mullins II is absent from the lineup for the Baltimore Orioles against the Arizona Diamondbacks Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Mullins II will take a seat on the bench for rest reasons, with Colton Cowser starting in center field and batting sixth against the Diamondbacks Saturday.

Cedric Mullins II is not in the lineup for the Baltimore Orioles against the Cincinnati Reds Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

Mullins II will receive the afternoon off for general rest, with Ryan McKenna batting seventh and starting in center field for manager Brandon Hyde against the Reds Sunday.

Cedric Mullins II is not in the lineup for the Baltimore Orioles against the New York Yankees Thursday.

Fantasy Impact

Mullins II will take a seat on the bench for routine rest, with Ryan McKenna starting in center field and batting ninth for manager Brandon Hyde Thursday.

Cedric Mullins II went 1-for-4 with a home run and an RBI in the Orioles' 3-2 loss to the Athletics.

Fantasy Impact

Despite the loss, Mullins' ability to connect for his sixth homer of the season is a silver lining for fantasy managers. His batting average remains a concern at .232 over 25 games, indicating a need for improvement in making consistent contact, as reflected by his low .228 BABIP. However, his power-speed combination, with six home runs and five stolen bases, keeps him relevant in fantasy lineups. Owners should monitor his strikeout and walk rates, hoping for signs of discipline improvement to boost his on-base opportunities.

Cedric Mullins is out of the starting lineup Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Mullins will get a day of rest with the Royals starting left-hander Cole Ragans on Saturday. Jorge Mateo will get the start in center field and bat ninth.