Identifying trends in player performance can be vital in fantasy baseball, and this week's analysis covers several noteworthy shifts across MLB teams. The Atlanta Braves have seen Eli White thrive recently, hitting .462 with a solid OPS, though his long-term viability remains uncertain. Meanwhile, Sean Murphy's playing time has fluctuated, indicating a potential timeshare at catcher with Drake Baldwin.

The Miami Marlins have relied on Eric Wagaman and Javier Sanoja to fill gaps in the lineup due to injuries, but their offensive production has been inconsistent. The Philadelphia Phillies are navigating their outfield dynamics with Max Kepler and Brandon Marsh seeing varied playing time against left-handed pitchers, while Alec Bohm's struggles persist as he finds himself batting eighth.

In Washington, Jose Tena's rise in playing time coincides with Amed Rosario's injury. For the Chicago Cubs, Dansby Swanson's drop in the batting order has led to increased production, while Tyler Stephenson's return from injury could signal a shift in the catching landscape for the Cincinnati Reds. The Milwaukee Brewers and other teams like the Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres also show evidence of lineup shifts that fantasy managers should monitor closely.

Teoscar Hernández of the Los Angeles Dodgers has been diagnosed with a Grade 1 groin strain, following an MRI. Manager Dave Roberts confirmed that Hernández will be inactive for an unspecified period, depending on his recovery. The outfielder was placed on the 10-day injured list after leaving a game against the Miami Marlins due to the injury. Hernández has been a key contributor to the Dodgers, leading the team with a .315 batting average, 34 RBIs, and nine home runs, which ties him for team lead with Shohei Ohtani.

This week’s top fantasy baseball waiver wire pickups for infielders feature recommendations across shallow, deeper, and the deepest leagues. Masyn Winn is a strong addition, returning from injury with a notable performance since his activation, including a .357 batting average and a stolen base. Maikel Garcia shows promise with a rising batting average and increasing run production. Nick Kurtz, Agustin Ramirez, and Gavin Lux also stand out as potential breakout candidates, each making a case for why they should be rostered after productive stretches.

For those in deeper leagues, Gavin Lux is riding a 10-game hitting streak, further solidified by a favorable home series. Noelvi Marte has turned it on recently, contributing with power and average. In the deepest leagues, Eric Wagaman has showcased a significant hitting streak with doubles and homers, while Brooks Lee’s versatility and recent form make him an attractive option for teams needing infield depth.

The Miami Marlins have signed infielder Eric Wagaman to a one-year contract, as announced on Friday. To accommodate Wagaman on the 40-man roster, infielder Vidal Bruján has been designated for assignment.

Wagaman, 27, made his MLB debut with the Los Angeles Angels last September, where he recorded a .250 batting average, two home runs, and 10 RBIs across 18 games. He primarily played third base but also had one appearance in left field.

In the minor leagues this year, he achieved a .274 average with 17 home runs and 60 RBIs over 121 games.