Javier Baez

Javier Baez is in the starting lineup for the Detroit Tigers against the Toronto Blue Jays Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Baez will take the field after sitting out Friday night’s contest, starting at shortstop and batting seventh against the Blue Jays Saturday.

Javier Baez is not in the lineup for the Detroit Tigers against the Toronto Blue Jays Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Baez will receive the night off for rest reasons, with Zach McKinstry filling in at shortstop and batting eighth for manager AJ Hinch against the Blue Jays Friday.

Javier Baez is in the Tigers lineup on Wednesday against the Royals.

Fantasy Impact

Baez is back at shortstop after getting the day off on Tuesday. His struggles on the year have continued, hitting .203 at the plate with 20 RBI.

Javier Baez is out of the lineup for the Detroit Tigers against the Kansas City Royals Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Baez will sit out for general rest, with Zach McKinstry filling in at shortstop and batting eighth against the Royals Tuesday.

Javier Baez went 4-for-5 with two doubles, two runs scored, and one RBI in the Tigers' 8-3 victory over the Diamondbacks.

Fantasy Impact

This performance was a much-needed boost for Baez, who has been struggling with a meager .207 batting average this season. His multi-hit game could be a sign of turning things around, especially considering his low .250 BABIP suggests some bad luck has been at play. Fantasy managers should keep an eye on Baez to see if this game marks the beginning of a hot streak, though his high strikeout rate and low walk rate still pose a risk for inconsistency.