Corbin Carroll and Austin Riley face fantasy baseball challenges in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 3:14 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026

Corbin Carroll of the Diamondbacks has struggled with contact this season, seeing a drop in stolen base opportunities potentially due to earlier injuries. Meanwhile, Braves' Austin Riley, despite a recent two-homer game, faces a significant decline in power numbers and batting average. Both players are raising questions among fantasy managers as they navigate the second half of the season, with key adjustments needed in their approach. Analysts suggest a mixed outlook for both players, indicating a potential for recovery but also cautioning against high expectations.
- •Corbin Carroll has seen a decline in contact rate and stolen bases.
- •Austin Riley's barrel rate has fallen to a career low this season.
- •Both players have been impacted by injuries in recent years.
- •Riley's batting average is low at.216 this season.
- •Carroll's power and speed projections remain optimistic despite current struggles.
- 3:14 PMYahoo Sports — Fantasy Baseball: What to do with Corbin Carroll, Austin Riley in the second half — plus, a few sneaky waiver-wire adds
"Fantasy baseball analyst Corbin Young examines 5 hitters and whether or not luck/skill is impacting them.
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