Whether you’re looking for an injury replacement or just a player that’s excelling, Scott White reveals 10 sleeper hitters you should consider for Week 8, each rostered in fewer than 80 percent of CBS Sports leagues. These players aren’t guaranteed to be must-starts, but they are the most promising options available on the waiver wire.

Sleeper Hitters for Week 8 (May 12-18)

1. Jonathan Aranda

   • Position: 1B
   • Team: Tampa Bay (TB)
   • Rostered: 74%
   • Matchups: @TOR3, @MIA

   Jonathan Aranda is poised for a strong performance with six upcoming games against right-handed pitchers, building on his impressive .342 batting average and .982 OPS.

2. TJ Friedl

   • Position: CF
   • Team: Cincinnati (CIN)
   • Rostered: 71%
   • Matchups: CHW3, CLE3

   A recent two-home run performance suggests Friedl’s power plays best at home, where the Reds will play all their games this week.

3. Nate Lowe

   • Position: 1B
   • Team: Washington (WAS)
   • Rostered: 76%
   • Matchups: @ATL4, @BAL3

   Lowe is set for a productive week against right-handed pitchers, sporting a strong .275 average against them.

4. Kyle Stowers

   • Position: RF
   • Team: Miami (MIA)
   • Rostered: 76%
   • Matchups: @CHC3, TB3

   Stowers remains a consistent player despite a recent slump, and his matchups against right-handed pitchers could signal a bounce-back week.

5. Andy Pages

   • Position: CF
   • Team: Los Angeles Dodgers (LAD)
   • Rostered: 75%
   • Matchups: ATH3, LAA3

   Pages has seen increased opportunities in the Dodgers lineup and is primed for a productive week at home.

6. Rhys Hoskins

   • Position: 1B
   • Team: Milwaukee (MIL)
   • Rostered: 58%
   • Matchups: @CLE3, MIN3

   Hoskins has been on a hot streak, showcasing his ability to hit against quality pitching.

7. Josh H. Smith

   • Position: SS
   • Team: Texas (TEX)
   • Rostered: 64%
   • Matchups: COL3, HOU4

   Smith’s patient approach at the plate will serve him well as the Rangers face some favorable pitching matchups this week.

8. Lourdes Gurriel

   • Position: LF
   • Team: Arizona (ARI)
   • Rostered: 66%
   • Matchups: @SF3, COL3

   Gurriel is looking to improve from a rocky start, with potential to add to his recent success against upcoming friendly matchups.

9. Javier Baez

   • Position: CF
   • Team: Detroit (DET)
   • Rostered: 50%
   • Matchups: BOS3, @TOR3

   His offensive resurgence could provide significant value this week with favorable opponents.

10. Gavin Lux

• Position: LF
• Team: Cincinnati (CIN)
• Rostered: 55%
• Matchups: CHW3, CLE3

Lux’s ability to excel against righties makes him a great pickup considering the Reds’ advantageous schedule.

Best Hitter Matchups for Week 8

1. Braves: WAS4, @BOS3
2. Cubs: MIA3, CHW3
3. Reds: CHW3, CLE3
4. Tigers: BOS3, @TOR3
5. Nationals: @ATL4, @BAL3

Worst Hitter Matchups for Week 8

1. Cardinals: @PHI3, @KC3
2. Pirates: @NYM3, @PHI3
3. Angels: @SD3, @LAD3
4. Red Sox: @DET3, ATL3
5. Mariners: NYY3, @SD3