Fantasy Baseball Risers: Alec Bohm, Daulton Varsho, Wilyer Abreu, Jordan Westburg

Some players are already rostered in many places so trades may be in order. Other players may be widely available, making a potential waiver wire claim in the cards. I will highlight some known and lesser-known players this week. So let’s see some of the risers for fantasy baseball Week 5 (4/15-4/21).

Fantasy Baseball Risers & Fallers: Week 5

Risers

Jordan Westburg (2B, 3B – BAL)

Jordan Westburg remained hot last week, hitting safely in all six games for a .478 batting average. He collected five extra-base hits, including two home runs, while tossing in a stolen base. Westburg saw it well with a solid 16.7% barrel rate and an insane 72.2% hard-hit rate. Westburg is red-hot right now.

Wilyer Abreu (OF – BOS)

Wilyer Abreu was named the regular centerfielder versus right-handed pitchers last week, and offensive production followed. He hit safely in the final four games of the week for a .333 batting average. Abreu had three doubles and a home run, but more impressively, he stole three steals as he ran wild when on base. Besides hitting .333, Abreu showcased great plate discipline as he walked 20% of the time while striking out 16.7%. Hopefully, this big week jump starts a big season for Abreu.

Daulton Varsho (OF – TOR)

After a slow start to the season, Daulton Varsho is swinging a very hot bat. This past week was a great example of this hot bat, as Varsho hit safely in four out of six games for a .350 batting average. He collected seven hits, including three doubles and three home runs. Varsho also showcased his speed with two stolen bases. Varsho’s power was earned as he had a 13.3% barrel rate and a 53.3% hard-hit rate. Varsho is red hot and may find the offensive skills we hoped for last season.

Alec Bohm (1B, 3B – PHI)

Alec Bohm’s bat woke up big time last week. He finished the week hitting safely over his last five games for a .421 average. He hit two doubles and two home runs while walking and striking out 13.6% of the time. Bohm is now hitting .284 on the season with three home runs. He continues to show strong plate skills with a 14.9% walk rate and 18.4% strikeout rate. Bohm is a fixture in the middle of the Phillies lineup. A few more weeks like last week could lead to a tremendous fantasy season.