Fantasy baseball waiver wire features key players for stretch run
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 1:24 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Fantasy baseball analyst Fred Zinkie highlights valuable waiver wire options for this week. The list includes pitchers like Andrew Painter of the Phillies, who has improved significantly, and J.T. Ginn of the Athletics, noted for his consistency. Relievers Ben Joyce and Mason Montgomery are also suggested, both effective in high-leverage situations. Among hitters, Rockies outfielder Mickey Moniak and Twins prospect Walker Jenkins stand out as strong adds. This week’s selections are aimed at helping fantasy managers optimize their rosters as the regular season approaches its end.
- •Andrew Painter has a 3.62 ERA over five starts.
- •Ben Joyce has not allowed a run since returning from the IL.
- •Mickey Moniak has an OPS over.800 for two seasons.
- •Walker Jenkins was called up by the Twins from Triple-A.
- •Grant Taylor is making strides as a reliable reliever.
- 1:24 PMYahoo Sports — Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: There is someone for everyone in this week's list
"Fantasy baseball analyst Fred Zinkie shares a list of waiver wire suggestions with options that can help now and for the stretch run.
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