Anthony Santander

Free agent Anthony Santander is drawing interest from the Yankees, Blue Jays, and Red Sox.

Fantasy Impact

Three of the teams that fell short in the Juan Soto sweepstakes are now turning their efforts towards another power hitting outfielder. Santander hit 44 home runs last season with the Orioles and should draw a lucrative multi-year deal on the free agent market. The switch hitting outfielder would be a fixture in the middle of any of those three team’s batting order.

The Orioles have extended the one-year, $21.05 million qualifying offer to Anthony Santander.

Fantasy Impact

Santander is coming off a career year and will likely decline the offer. He is expected to receive a lucrative offer in free agency and the Orioles will receive a draft pick if he chooses to sign elsewhere.

Anthony Santander is out of the starting lineup for the Orioles Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

Santander will head to the bench for the series finale with the Twins. Ryan O'Hearn will cover right field and bat sixth.

Anthony Santander went 2-for-4 with an RBI as the Orioles topped the Twins 7-2.

Fantasy Impact

His performance included a walk, contributing to Baltimore's robust offensive output. Despite a season batting average of just .237, Santander's ability to drive in runs (102 RBI) and his power (44 home runs) keep him relevant in fantasy circles. His low BABIP (.227) suggests some bad luck this year, potentially masking a better hitter than the average suggests. Fantasy managers should continue to value his power and RBI production, especially in formats that reward these categories, while being cognizant of the drag his batting average could have on their team.

Anthony Santander went 1-for-3 with a home run and two runs scored in the Orioles' 5-3 victory over the Yankees.

Fantasy Impact

His performance included a walk and an RBI, contributing significantly to the team's win. Santander's power display, with his 44th homer of the season, underscores his role as a key run producer for fantasy teams, despite a modest .235 batting average. His ability to drive in runs (100 RBI this season) and score (90 runs) remains an asset in fantasy lineups, particularly in formats that value power numbers. While his average and BABIP might not dazzle, his consistent power numbers and RBI production make him a valuable asset.