Fantasy baseball waiver wire targets Cam Smith, Matt McLain, Brett Bateman
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 12:27 AM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Cam Smith of the Astros shows promise with nine home runs and a strong bat speed, but must continue improving to solidify his role. Reds’ Matt McLain returns from injury with two homers since re-assuming the starting second base spot, suggesting potential for fantasy value. Blue Jays' Brett Bateman, recently promoted, has started five games but has struggled at the plate, needing more consistent production.
- •Cam Smith has a.240 average with nine home runs in 39 games.
- •Matt McLain has hit.233 with two homers since returning from injury.
- •Brett Bateman was promoted and has started five straight games for the Blue Jays.
- •Smith's average bat speed ranks fourth among batting title qualifiers.
- •McLain's stolen base success rate remains high at 31-for-35 over two years.
- 12:27 AMYahoo Sports — Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Cam Smith, Matt McLain and Brett Bateman
"Two disappointments turning things around and the Blue Jays' new center fielder rate looks this week.
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