Colt Emerson, Bryce Eldridge highlighted as Week 12 sleeper hitters
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 3:21 AM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
Fantasy baseball analysts list Colt Emerson of the Mariners and Bryce Eldridge of the Giants among the top ten sleeper hitters for the week of June 8-14. Emerson, a 20-year-old third baseman, has shown promise with eight extra-base hits so far. Eldridge, 21, has displayed impressive metrics, including a.298 expected batting average. Both players are rostered in less than 80 percent of CBS Sports leagues and benefit from favorable matchups. Other mentioned hitters include Isaac Paredes and Jacob Bauers, who contribute to their teams' hitting potential this week.
- •Emerson has eight extra-base hits in 16 games season.
- •Eldridge achieves a.298 expected batting average.
- •Both players benefit from favorable hitter matchups.
- •Jake Bauers consistently plays for the Brewers.
- •Isaac Paredes tries to regain form for the Astros.
- 3:21 AMCBS Sports — Fantasy Baseball Week 12 Preview: Top 10 sleeper hitters highlight Colt Emerson, Bryce Eldridge
- 11:32 AMCBS Sports — Fantasy Baseball Week 12 Preview: Top 10 sleeper hitters include Colt Emerson, Bryce Eldridge
"Best hitter matchups for this week include the Mariners, Athletics and Giants
"Best hitter matchups for this week include the Mariners, Athletics and Giants
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External links- CBS SportsJun 8, 2026, 3:21 AMFantasy Baseball Week 12 Preview: Top 10 sleeper hitters highlight Colt Emerson, Bryce Eldridge
Best hitter matchups for this week include the Mariners, Athletics and Giants
- CBS SportsJun 5, 2026, 11:32 AMFantasy Baseball Week 12 Preview: Top 10 sleeper hitters include Colt Emerson, Bryce Eldridge
Best hitter matchups for this week include the Mariners, Athletics and Giants
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