Atlanta Braves catcher Drake Baldwin is emerging as a fantasy force, potentially outscoring Cal Raleigh at the position. Baldwin entered Wednesday hitting .327 with five home runs and 14 RBIs, showing the power and contact skills that could make him a top-50 fantasy player. The 25-year-old is playing every day as Atlanta's primary catcher and designated hitter, a role that should produce 35-40 home runs and a .235-.240 batting average.

Miami Marlins ace Sandy Alcantara appears to be returning to his Cy Young form after Tommy John surgery. Through three starts, Alcantara has thrown 24⅓ innings with a 0.74 ERA, walking only four batters while facing 86 hitters. His velocity has returned and his control looks sharp, though his .159 BABIP suggests some regression is coming. The key question is whether he can maintain a 2.75 ERA over a full season.

Houston Astros outfielder Cam Smith is proving fantasy managers wrong after a slow rookie season. The 22-year-old, acquired in the Kyle Tucker trade, entered Wednesday hitting .300/.417/.575 with three home runs and three stolen bases in 12 games. Smith's improved hard-hit rates and emerging power-speed combination make him a potential 20/20 player available in over 60% of ESPN leagues.