Whether you’re in need of an injury fill-in or just a hot-hand play, Scott White provides insights on 10 sleeper hitters for the upcoming scoring period, all rostered in fewer than 80% of CBS Sports leagues. These players may not be must-starts by any measure, but they represent the best options available from the waiver wire.
Sleeper hitters for Week 3 (April 7-13)
1. Jake Cronenworth
- Position: 2B
- Team: San Diego Padres
- Rostered: 58%
- Matchups: @ATH3, COL3
The Padres have favorable matchups against the Athletics and Rockies rotations, making Cronenworth a notable choice this week.
2. Rhys Hoskins
- Position: 1B
- Team: Milwaukee Brewers
- Rostered: 68%
- Matchups: @COL3, @ARI3
Despite a slow start, Hoskins remains a potent option with strong matchups ahead.
3. Kyle Manzardo
- Position: DH
- Team: Cleveland Guardians
- Rostered: 69%
- Matchups: CHW3, KC3
With promising early performances, Manzardo could break out further this week.
4. Max Kepler
- Position: LF
- Team: Philadelphia Phillies
- Rostered: 25%
- Matchups: @ATL3, @STL3
Kepler’s dynamic performance and matchup potential make him a must-consider.
5. TJ Friedl
- Position: CF
- Team: Cincinnati Reds
- Rostered: 58%
- Matchups: @SF3, PIT3
Friedl is a solid pick based on his current hitting form and favorable matchups.
Best hitter matchups for Week 3
- Mets - MIA3, @ATH3
- Padres - @ATH3, COL3
- Red Sox - TOR4, @CHW3
- Brewers - @COL3, @ARI3
- Reds - @SF3, PIT3
Worst hitter matchups for Week 3
- Cardinals - @PIT3, PHI3
- Rangers - @CHC3, @SEA3
- Mariners - HOU3, TEX3
- Braves - PHI3, @TB3
- Yankees - @DET3, SF3
