​The All-Star break is just around the corner next week, giving fantasy managers a valuable window to evaluate rosters and map out plans for the stretch run. Whether you lean on hitters or pitchers, there are still solid options worth considering. Here are five players who are still widely available in Yahoo leagues and worthy of a look as you prepare for the final push.
First, Benge has surged at the plate, delivering a 27-for-82 surge over his last 20 games, good for a .329 batting average with a .396 on-base percentage. He has already launched four home runs, driven in 11 runs, and scored 14 times in that span, all while maintaining an 18.7% strikeout rate. That efficiency mirrors his minor-league track record, where he posted a 17.7% strikeout rate across three levels last year. Beyond the hot stretch, Benge has 11 homers and 13 stolen bases on the season, giving him multi-category upside that should make him roster-worthy in more leagues.
Another player on the rise is Donovan, who has been sidelined since mid-May by a groin injury. Before the injury, he was performing well, carrying a .274/. OPS-club line into the season. Career-wise, he’s hit .282 with a .341 wOBA, indicating he can be a productive fantasy contributor when healthy. Yahoo roster flexibility is a boon for him, as he’s eligible at four different positions. He’s progressing through rehab and could begin playing in minor-league or rehab games soon, with a likely return coming sometime after the All-Star break.
Ewing is another young outfielder whom the Mets appear to be nurturing for the long term, and he’s started producing recently. In his last 15 games, he’s gone 18-for-53 (.340) with five homers, 11 RBIs, 12 runs scored, and two stolen bases. After posting a strong .428 wOBA in the minors this year, he carries a .352 wOBA since his call-up. While he might not offer the same power ceiling as Benge, Ewing’s on-base prowess and speed make him a viable asset in 12-team formats as well.
On the pitching side, Seranthony Dominguez’s grip on the White Sox closer role has loosened after a rough run where he allowed six earned runs and blew two saves over six appearances. His season WHIP has climbed to 1.39, and he’s entered the game in earlier innings, limiting his save opportunities. That shift opened the door for Taylor, who notched a save against Cleveland last weekend. Taylor has posted a far superior 1.11 WHIP and a high strikeout rate of 33.9%, making him a worthy speculative add for fantasy managers hunting saves and late-inning upside.
Weaver has been a standout this season, delivering a 2.77 xERA, a 0.84 WHIP, and a 28.6% strikeout rate. He’s outperformed Mets closer Devin Williams, whose 12.0% walk rate has inflated his own WHIP to 1.63. As of now, Weaver isn’t earning save chances, but with the Mets potentially selling at the Trade Deadline, Williams could become available, or Weaver could be dealt to a club that can provide him with saves. If you have an extra roster slot, adding Weaver now could pay dividends later in the season, either for holds and wins or through a change of scenery that unlocks save opportunities on a new team.
In summary, the stretch run beckons, and these players offer relevant upside across multiple categories. Benge’s continued hitting, Donovan’s return potential and multi-position eligibility, Ewing’s on-base and speed contributions, and the closing- and bullpen-shuffle surrounding Dominguez, Taylor, and Weaver all present intriguing paths to add value. If you manage a bench with an open slot, these targets are worth monitoring closely as the break concludes and rosters reset for the second half.