Jo Adell has finally broken through in Week 24, delivering 5 homers and 13 RBI while slashing .306/.346/.653 over a two-week window, aided by career-best 91.5 mph exit velocity and 49.4% hard-hit rate. His strikeout rate has dropped to 25.9%, boosting his fantasy appeal as a late-season asset. Ryan Pepiot has kept rolling, posting a 3.59 ERA and a minuscule BABIP in the last trio of starts, with 14 of 15 Ks coming on his fastball-changeup punch. Jose Altuve has cooled in August (.212/.288/.386) as BABIP cratered and whiffs rose, yet the Astros continue to lean on him atop a strong lineup. Luis Castillo has stumbled in the second half (5.17 ERA, 1.43 WHIP) with more hard contact and HRs, making him a riskier roto option but potentially fine in points leagues.

Pepiot’s recent efficiency hinges on a simplified mix around his four-seamer and changeup, a trend that could persist against favorable matchups. Altuve remains a high-floor player whose track record suggests a rebound, though owners should temper expectations in shallow playoffs. Castillo’s durability and HR exposure require careful matchup play, especially in roto where ratios bite harder.

Overall, Adell stands out as a proven power-hitter with upside the rest of the season; Pepiot is a hot hand worth riding in specific starts; Altuve and Castillo carry more risk, but can still contribute in the right settings.

The Padres visit Seattle for a high-stakes clash with Luis Castillo squaring off against Dylan Cease. Seattle dominates SD this season 4-0 and Cal Raleigh just posted his 50th homer, sparking a potent Mariners offense. San Diego aims to rebound after back-to-back losses as Seattle seeks more momentum in a tight standings battle. Latest lines tilt Seattle as the slight favorite with a 7-run total and a 1.5-run spread in play.

From a fantasy-betting view, Cease carries a 4.71 ERA this year while Castillo sits at 3.57. Cease’s last start hinted at inconsistency, whereas Castillo has been more dependable. Raleigh’s power gives SEA upside in DFS, while SD’s bats will need strong contact to exploit Castillo. Model projections pair this with a lean toward Seattle and a flyer on the over given the 7.0 line.

Expect a competitive night with bullpen usage as a potential separator. The game setting at T-Mobile Park adds hitter-friendly dynamics, so rostering a Mariners stack or a contrarian Padres exposure that leverages late-game leverage could pay off for savvy fantasy players and bettors alike.