Fantasy Baseball Buy Low: Zack Gelof, Brandon Nimmo, CJ Abrams (2024)

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. 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 to maximize your roster’s potential.

By leveraging our exclusive 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, analyzing the rationale behind each move and providing 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 Buy Low

What one MLB player are you trying to buy low right now and why? Also, who would you try to get in return?

Zack Gelof (2B – OAK)

“Zack Gelof’s season got off to a sluggish start after dealing with an injury. He’s hitting just .182 on the year over 42 games. However, he does have 4 HR and 5 steals. His .255 BABIP is well below his .331 mark of last year. In 2023, Gelof had 14 HR and 14 steals in 69 games for the A’s. He could be a strong second-half contributor and a great buy-low gamble for the next 2/3 of the season. You can probably get him for next to nothing right now after this recent .170 BA over his last 12 games.”
– Joe Pisapia (FantasyPros)

Reid Detmers (SP – LAA)

“Reid Detmers flummoxes me. The big lefty was optioned to Triple-A on Sunday after another disastrous start, but his numbers… don’t completely suck. He has a K% of 25.3 and a Whiff% of 29.5, with an xERA of 3.53. Considering his ERA currently sits at 6.14, there should be positive regression coming in the future. He has increased his ground ball rate to 40%, and his LOB% should also see improvement, given the rest of his pitching profile. If you are in a position to wait out whatever the Angels are doing with him, Detmers’s value certainly has never been lower. I would offer someone like Wilyer Abreu to start discussions. ”
– Kelly Kirby (FantasyPros)

Brandon Nimmo (OF – NYM)

“Brandon Nimmo is an excellent buy-low candidate. Despite concerns over his .216 average and 25% strikeout rate, his underlying metrics tell a different story. Nimmo is sporting an xBA of .277 and the lowest BABIP of his career, indicating he has been unlucky at the plate. His xWOBA is .385, significantly higher than his current .328 WOBA, and his xSLG is .492, compared to his actual .385 SLG-both the best of his career. He’s making better contact, barreling up balls at a higher rate, and walking more. These indicators suggest he’s due for significant positive regression soon. I would look to trade away Isaac Paredes for Nimmo.”
– Rex Rutchik (Left Turns)

CJ Abrams (SS – WAS)

“CJ Abrams’s first two months of the season could not have gone much differently. After an incredible April, when he batted .295 with 7 HR, 7 22 R, 17 RBI, and 7 SB, Abrams went ice cold in May, batting just .205 with 2 HR, 10 R, 9 RBI, and 1 SB. His fantasy managers, who initially thought they struck gold with an even bigger breakout than Abrams had in 2023, are now wondering if it was a fluke and if they should sell before his value dips any further.

This is where you enter the chat. A lot of the underlying numbers for Abrams still look solid. His expected wOBA, batting average, and slugging percentage are all 75th percentile or better. Whenever he makes contact, good things are happening. He’s just dealing with some chase issues right now. This is a player who hit 18 HRs last season despite a Baseball Savante page that was mostly dark blue. Many thought 2023 was his breakout, but it might just be his floor going forward. Buy the dip on Abrams. I’d gladly flip Luis Gil for him even if I had to throw in something else to make the deal happen (and you might not). ”
– Mike Maher (FantasyPros)

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