Top 5 Waiver Wire Pickups: Week 5 (2023 Fantasy Baseball)

Fantasy baseball players, are you looking for some waiver wire pickups to add to your roster? We’ve got you covered! One trend that we are seeing this season is the resurgence of post-hype prospects like Jarred Kelenic. These are players who may have been disappointing in their initial debut but are making a comeback in 2023.

Here are some waiver wire prospects that fit this bill.

Waiver Wire Pickups & Targets

Here are some top waiver wire targets for the week.

Jarren Duran (OF – BOS)

Jarren Duran has been on fire since being called up to the majors. In just 15 games, he has hit 2 homers, driven in 11 runs, and stolen 2 bases. His strikeout rate is high, but his athleticism makes him a promising player. If you need help in the outfield, Duran is a great option.

Nick Senzel (OF – CIN)

Nick Senzel has had injury troubles throughout his career, but when he is healthy, he can contribute to your fantasy team. In 18 games this season, Senzel has hit 3 homers, driven in 12 runs, and stolen 2 bases while hitting .290. If you have an open spot on your bench, consider investing in Senzel.

Ji Hwan Bae (2B, CF – PIT)

Ji Hwan Bae may not be a household name, but he is a valuable stolen base contributor. He is currently on pace for over 50 stolen bases this season and can be a helpful player to have in head-to-head category leagues and good matchups.

Bryce Miller (SP – SEA)

Bryce Miller is a promising young pitcher to invest in. He struggled in Double-A but had a great first start with 10 strikeouts and two hits. If you are in a deeper league and need some pitching help, Miller is worth a look.

Carlos Estevez (RP – LAA)

Carlos Estevez has been a reliable closer for the Angels this season, with a perfect record of six saves in six opportunities. He has a high strikeout rate of 18 Ks in 14.2 innings with a 1.23 ERA and 1.02 WHIP. Add Estevez to your team, as he has a clear path to the job with other Angels relievers currently injured.

AI was used as a resource for this piece.

MLB Waiver Wire MLB Jarred Kelenic Jarren Duran (OF – BOS) Nick Senzel (OF – CIN) Ji Hwan Bae (2B, CF – PIT) Bryce Miller (SP – SEA) Carlos Estevez (RP – LAA)