Jarred Kelenic

Jarred Kelenic is out of the starting lineup for the Braves Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Kelenic will head to the bench for the start of the series with the Nationals. Ramon Laureano will start in left field and bat fifth Tuesday.

Jarred Kelenic is in the starting lineup for the Braves Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Kelenic will start in left field and bat seventh against the Blue Jays Friday. He is hitting .232, with 14 home runs, and 42 RBI this season.

Jarred Kelenic went 1-for-4 in the Braves' 5-2 victory over the Rockies, delivering a crucial home run and driving in three runs.

Fantasy Impact

This performance, while impactful, underscores the ongoing challenges Kelenic faces with consistency at the plate, evidenced by his .232 average and high strikeout rate over the season. His power numbers are respectable, with 14 homers and 42 RBI, but his inability to consistently get on base limits his fantasy upside. Owners should view Kelenic as a potential boom-or-bust play in fantasy lineups, depending on matchup and league format.

Jarred Kelenic is in the starting lineup for the Braves Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Kelenic will patrol left field and bat sixth against the Rockies. He is hitting .232, with 13 home runs, and 39 RBI this season.

Jarred Kelenic is not in the starting lineup Tuesday vs the Twins.

Fantasy Impact

Michael Harris II (hand) has returned to the starting lineup, so Kelenic will head to the bench. He is hitting .219 with a .589 OPS in August.