6 Fantasy Baseball Players to Trade Now (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 and selling high on those who have exceeded expectations. 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 and selling high 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 Targets

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

Willy Adames (SS – MIL)

“Willy Adames is perpetually undervalued in roto leagues, but a recent slump makes it an ideal time to buy low on one of the most consistent shortstops in the game. He hit just .167 in June and has a .239 average on the year, so it may seem like he’s disappointed this year. But this is a career .246 hitter who only hit .217 in 2023. Average isn’t his calling card, but this overshadows the fact that his 55 RBI is the second-most at SS behind Gunnar Henderson. He’s also put up 13 home runs, 10 steals, and 44 runs thanks to the fact he shows up every day – his 370 plate appearances are the 13th-most in majors. This is a good time to buy into an undervalued asset by flipping a hot but injury-prone Carlos Correa or a disappointing Oneil Cruz.”
– Pierre Camus (Fantasy Endgame)

Dylan Cease (SP – SD)

“After a subpar past six starts with a 4.94 ERA, Dylan Cease may be a player managers are willing to sell. However, his June performance should be seen as an opportunity rather than a concern. Cease’s xERA of 3.40 is almost a full point lower than his current ERA of 4.24, suggesting significant improvement is likely. His batted ball metrics show he excels at limiting Exit Velocity and Barrels, forcing fly balls much higher than the league average, with an under rate of 32%. His whiff and strikeout rates are in the 95th percentile, and his xBA is an impressive .213. If someone would accept Josh Smith for him, whose underlying metrics indicate major regression, I would take the deal and run.”
– Rex Rutchik (Left Turns)

Marcus Semien (2B – TEX)

“Marcus Semien has been a disaster over the last month. He hit a measly .202 in June with two home runs, 10 RBIs, and 12 runs scored. The Rangers rank 18th in the majors in runs scored, but they have begun to show signs of life lately. Semien’s numbers should benefit from the team’s improvement as he continues to bat atop the lineup. While we can worry about a 33-year-old beginning to decline, Semien is dealing with an abnormally low BABIP, and his xStats suggest the correction is in the future. I would offer a pitcher like Reynaldo Lopez to start the conversation with a frustrated Semien manager.”
– Kelly Kirby (FantasyPros)

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Fantasy Baseball Sell High Targets

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

Tyler O’Neill (OF – BOS)

“Tyler O’Neill has had a great season, even with a couple of injury stints here and there. But power is heating up across the league, which means he could be expendable if you have a different need. My primary concern with the Red Sox outfielder is that his expected batting average is 33 points lower than his current .252. While this may not seem like much, the regression coming will crater his value at a time when you may want to move on from him. I would love to swap him for Pablo Lopez now and save myself the issues later.”
– Kelly Kirby (FantasyPros)

Steven Kwan (OF – CLE)

“Steven Kwan is a great hitter and will likely win a batting title this year. Like Luis Arraez, however, he is overvalued in fantasy baseball because he is elite in one category and underwhelming elsewhere. Kwan has limited power, of course, but he’s not stealing bases this year (4 SB) despite an obscene .420 OBP. Whether he bats .360 or drops closer to his expected batting average of .320, this is the time to capitalize on the Kwan hype and get a player with more value across categories such as Jackson Merrill or Brenton Doyle.”
– Pierre Camus (Fantasy Endgame)

Masyn Winn (SS – STL)

“Masyn Winn is at the top of my July sell-high list. After hitting .300 in April and .309 in May, Winn batted .255 and dropped his xwOBA by over 30 points to a below-average .295, a large discrepancy compared to his wOBA of .325. His current average sits at .286; however, with his current batted ball stats of Barrel %, Exit Velocity in the bottom 15 percentiles in the MLB, and a Weak Batted Ball rate 4 percentage points worse than the league average, it is safe to say Winn has significantly benefited from luck. If I could flip Winn for Jack Flaherty, who may be somewhat of a buy-low as he is currently dealing with minor injury issues, I would be very happy with that deal.”
– Rex Rutchik (Left Turns)

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