Fantasy baseball enthusiasts 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 take a closer look at some players that they’re targeting for these types of trades. Our experts have been closely monitoring the latest player trends and performance metrics to identify key players you should consider buying low and selling high in order to maximize your roster’s potential.
By leveraging our exclusive trade analyzer and relying on advanced metrics and our comprehensive player rankings and player projections, our experts have determined which players you should be targeting in trades, and which ones you should be looking to move. So, whether you’re in need of a roster shake-up or simply looking to capitalize on a player’s hot streak, this article is here to guide you through the process.
Let’s dive into these trade recommendations, analyzing the rationale behind each move and providing you with actionable advice to help you dominate your league. And don’t forget to check out our other fantasy baseball resources to help you stay ahead of the competition all season long. Happy trading!
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Players to Buy Low and Sell High
Which one MLB player are you trying to buy low and why? Also, who are you willing to give up for him?
Ke’Bryan Hayes (3B – PIT)
“I almost wrote about Ke’Bryan Hayes last week, and the window for buying low is probably already closing. His xBA, xSLG, and xwOBA are all substantially better than his actual numbers, his Statcast page has a ton of dark red, and his strikeout rate is WAY down through the first month of the season. But his batting average, which is still just .237, is already up 25 points over the last week, so time may already be running out. The added bonus: Hayes already has three stolen bases this season and could easily top last year’s 20 thanks to the new rules.”
– Mike Maher (FantasyPros)
Zach Wheeler (SP – PHI)
“The Phillies have scuffled without Bryce Harper and Rhys Hoskins and are a sub .500 team. While that cloud of negativity hovers, I’d like to make a play for Zach Wheeler. Wheeler has an ERA of 4.73, but his 2.61 FIP is what you should care about, along with his 11.4 K/9. As good as Jesus Luzardo has been, I’d rather have Wheeler on the Phillies ROS. That’s a one-for-one swap I’d make and hope Harper’s return this summer boosts this team in the second half. ”
– Joe Pisapia (FantasyPros)
Jazz Chisholm (2B,OF – MIA)
“I’m looking to buy Jazz Chisholm based on nothing other than the talent. Chisholm’s batted ball data isn’t particularly encouraging this year, with a lot of blue on his Statcast page. That includes an eye-popping 38.3 strikeout rate, good for just 2nd percentile in all of baseball. He’s been really bad. But Jazz missed a lot of time last season, and I’m willing to take a swing on a guy with his level of talent and hope that he’s still just shaking off the rust while also learning a new position. The speed isn’t lacking, with 7 steals already and no reason to think that’s going away. We know there’s power potential as well. I’m betting the .218 average and .269 OBP rise in the coming weeks and he starts looking closer to the superstar we saw in 60 games last season.”
– Ryan Wormeli (FantasyPros)
Nick Lodolo (SP – CIN)
“I am trying to capitalize on Nick Lodolo’s 6.31 ERA to convince league mates to trade him to me. His underlying numbers are still good, and he is being snake-bit by a .471 BABIP that is sure to normalize at some point. His K% and BB% are pretty similar to where he was last year. While his xERA of 4.38 isn’t ideal, I would love to have his strikeouts on my squad. In exchange, I would try to swap Bryce Elder and his 1.14 ERA before it jumps up near 4.00, where it is supposed to be.”
– Kelly Kirby (FantasyPros)
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Which one MLB player are you trying to sell high right now and why? Also, who would you try to get in return?
Xander Bogaerts (SS – SD)
“With all of the injuries at the position, it might be difficult to sell high on a shortstop right now. But if you can, Xander Bogaerts is perhaps the most ideal sell-high player in baseball right now. He’s off to a fantastic start and already has five home runs to go with a .330 average, .959 OPS, .416 wOBA, and a strikeout rate that is eight points lower than his career average (10.3% vs. 18.2%). Even with what appear to be slightly juiced baseballs and the new rules for stolen bases, Bogaerts’s ceiling is still something like 17-19 home runs and 5-8 stolen bases, right? Even if that comes with a batting average close to .300, Bogie is worth way more on the trade market than he’s worth to you in your lineup.”
– Mike Maher (FantasyPros)
Charlie Morton (SP – ATL)
“Charlie Morton may be 174 years old but has been a fantasy asset for the last few seasons. However, his K/9 is slipping (7.98), and his 2.76 ERA is way off from his FIP (4.32), xFIP (4.77) and xERA (6.10). These are all terrifying numbers, and I’d be looking to flip Morton now off the dazzling ERA and three wins for someone younger. Perhaps a Lucas Giolito on a struggling White Sox team who’s been dealing with some personal issues (coming off the bereavement list).”
– Joe Pisapia (FantasyPros)
Alex Cobb (SP – SF)
“If you can take advantage of Alex Cobb’s incredible complete game shutout by spinning him into a more reliable player, jump on that opportunity. Cobb was fantastic against the Cardinals, but even in his great game he only struck out 4 batters. In points leagues, he scored more points on Sunday than he did across his first four starts of the season combined. There’s no reason to think he’s going to be an impactful starter moving forward, so if anybody in your league has stars in their eyes after one dominant start, see if you can get a piece with a higher ceiling in return.”
– Ryan Wormeli (FantasyPros)
Tylor Megill (SP – NYM)
“I am shopping Tylor Megill around to those being decimated by SP injuries. I’m not sure we can consider it a “sell high” as much as a total “jump ship” situation. His ERA sits at 3.96, but his xERA says 6.49 is coming. If I’m trying to sell him to someone, I would focus on the improvement that his K/9 rate should see based on his historical numbers. Depending on my need, I might see if a middle infielder like Brice Turang could be on the table as part of a bigger trade.”
– Kelly Kirby (FantasyPros)
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