The 2025 fantasy baseball season is heating up, and Week 2 provides numerous category boosters available on the waiver wire. Key players like Jung Hoo Lee from the Giants are making contributions in runs scored, hitting .300 with 10 runs and 3 stolen bases, while Kyren Paris of the Angels is a rising star with 10 runs in the last two weeks. For home runs, Yankees' Ben Rice and Trent Grisham are prominent additions, both taking advantage of their opportunities in high-powered lineups. In terms of RBIs, Kyle Manzardo continues to drive in runs effectively, despite a lower batting average, while Geraldo Perdomo shows promise in the Diamondbacks' lineup. Stolen base candidates include Zac Veen, who brings speed from the Rockies, and Dylan Moore, who has shown his ability to produce both power and speed in the Mariners lineup. Lastly, for batting average, Jacob Wilson and Jorge Polanco are must-adds for managers needing an average boost.

In fantasy baseball, switching from batting average to on-base percentage (OBP) can drastically alter player valuations. Players like Aaron Judge and Juan Soto see significant increases, but their high average draft positions (ADPs) make them hard to target. However, several lesser-known players gain exceptional value in OBP leagues, like Ian Happ and Lars Nootbaar. Jorge Soler, with a projected 2025 slash of .234/.326/.458 and 27 home runs, is a compelling option as he hits behind Mike Trout. Meanwhile, JJ Bleday offers a solid profile with secured playing time, and Matt Wallner showcases elite OBP potential with a .372 from last season. Randy Arozarena’s discrepancy between batting average and OBP also makes him an intriguing pick, while Mike Trout remains a risk-reward candidate due to injury history but can still excel in OBP formats.

In fantasy baseball, prioritizing power-hitters early might lead to a scarcity in run projections, as these players often bat lower in the order. However, savvy managers can find late-round gems with high run-scoring potential. This article highlights six such players, emphasizing the importance of batting position and lineup strength in maximizing run opportunities.

Among the notable late-round targets are Jurickson Profar of the Atlanta Braves, who signed a lucrative contract that secures him a starting position and could see him scoring over 100 runs if he continues to hit leadoff. George Springer of the Toronto Blue Jays, despite a dip in batting average, is poised for a bounce-back with solid on-base skills. JJ Bleday of the Athletics showed considerable improvement last season and is expected to keep building on that success while batting in front of power hitters. Jonathan India, now with the Kansas City Royals, is also in a prime spot to score runs at the top of the lineup. Lastly, Michael Busch from the Cubs and Sean Murphy from the Braves, each with favorable positions in potent lineups, present excellent opportunities for run production. These players could provide valuable contributions to your run totals without requiring early-round picks.

The Oakland Athletics have begun their transition to Sacramento, embracing their new temporary home ahead of their anticipated move to Las Vegas. As part of this acclimation, manager Mark Kotsay and four players attended a Sacramento Kings game, where they received a warm welcome from fans.

Despite the A's request to eliminate their city identifier, a public address announcer mistakenly referred to them as the Sacramento Athletics. The team is currently utilizing Sutter Health Park while owner John Fisher collaborates with Kings owner Vivek Ranadive.

Brent Rooker has secured a five-year, $60 million contract extension with the Oakland Athletics, as confirmed by sources to ESPN's Jeff Passan. The agreement features a sixth-year vesting option worth $22 million, which can increase based on performance metrics. The Athletics will allocate $30 million to Rooker over the initial three years of the deal, covering what would have been his arbitration years.

At 30, Rooker has emerged as a valuable player for the A's, who opted to retain him instead of trading him during the offseason. The franchise has been active in the market, having invested over $100 million, including signing pitcher Luis Severino to a record-setting three-year, $67 million contract. This flurry of spending continues with the additions of third baseman Gio Urshela and left-handed pitcher Jeffrey Springs, signaling a new era for the team as they prepare for the 2025 season.

The Athletics will temporarily play in West Sacramento while awaiting the completion of their new stadium in Las Vegas. Rooker was recently spotted courtside at the Golden 1 Center during an NBA matchup between the Sacramento Kings and the Miami Heat, attending the game alongside A's manager Mark Kotsay and teammates JP Sears, JJ Bleday, and Lawrence Butler.