Justyn-Henry Malloy looks poised to snag a roster spot coming out of spring training, though he’s still vying for a utility role, per team reports.

Fantasy Impact

Malloy’s knack for crushing lefties—.893 OPS in 61 plate appearances as a rookie last year—gives him an edge, even with Torkelson, another southpaw smasher, and Ryan Kreidler also battling for bench duty. The 25-year-old’s glove is light, mostly DH with corner outfield stints and some first base reps this spring. Fantasy managers in deeper leagues might covet his bat against lefties if he sticks—watch how this utility fight shakes out.

Justyn-Henry Malloy is out of the lineup for the Detroit Tigers against the Chicago White Sox Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Malloy will receive the afternoon off for rest purposes, with Riley Greene batting cleanup and occupying the designated hitter spot for manager AJ Hinch against the White Sox Saturday.

Justyn-Henry Malloy is in the starting lineup for the Detroit Tigers against the Chicago White Sox Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Malloy is back against a left-handed starting pitcher, batting cleanup and occupying the designated spot for manager AJ Hinch against the White Sox Friday.

Justyn-Henry Malloy is in the starting lineup for the Detroit Tigers against the Baltimore Orioles Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Malloy is back against a left-handed starting pitcher, occupying the designated hitter spot and batting fifth against the Orioles for manager AJ Hinch Saturday.

Justyn-Henry Malloy returns to the lineup for the Detroit Tigers against the Baltimore Orioles Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

Malloy is back after sitting on the bench the last five games, occupying the designated hitter spot and batting second against the Orioles for manager AJ Hinch Sunday.