Rookie hitters shine in Week 12 of fantasy baseball waiver wire
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 2:08 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Fantasy baseball analyst Fred Zinkie highlighted rookie players as key waiver wire adds for Week 12. Carson Benge of the Mets stands out after a five-hit performance, continuing a strong trend with a.910 OPS in June. Cole Carrigg, who debuted with the Rockies on June 9, brings significant speed after an impressive minor league season. Braden Montgomery of the White Sox recorded a 1.444 OPS in his debut, while Bryce Eldridge of the Giants smashed a walk-off grand slam. On the pitching side, Noah Cameron and Dustin May are trending upward with strong recent performances, making them viable options for fantasy teams. Alex Lange of the Royals has recently taken over closer duties, earning critical saves amidst a managerial shift.
- •Carson Benge has a.910 OPS in June with standout speed and power.
- •Cole Carrigg showcases base-stealing potential from his debut on June 9.
- •Braden Montgomery debuted with a 1.444 OPS and strong minor league performance.
- •Bryce Eldridge hit a walk-off grand slam, raising his average to.426.
- •Noah Cameron and Dustin May are emerging as reliable pitching options.
- 2:08 PMYahoo Sports — Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Rookie hitters steal the spotlight
"Fantasy baseball analyst Fred Zinkie offers up his waiver wire suggestions to close out Week 12.
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