Logan Henderson vs Robby Snelling: Top Fantasy Waiver Picks

Six weeks into the 2026 MLB season, fantasy owners are confronting a wave of injuries and under‑performing ADPs that have reshaped early draft strategies.

Tarik Skubal, the unanimous No. 1 fantasy pitcher on draft day, is now sidelined for several months after undergoing elbow surgery.

Ronald Acuña’s recent injury adds to a growing list of elite players missing significant time, further compressing the pool of reliable fantasy assets.

Despite league‑wide offensive lifts driven by the new ABS rules, many top‑tier hitters have failed to meet expectations, prompting managers to search for fresh contributors.

One of the most pressing questions is which pitcher will inherit the fantasy spotlight now that Skubal and Garrett Crochet have faltered.

Paul Skenes, after a disastrous first start in which Oneil Cruz misplayed two fly balls, has rebounded to post a career‑best 0.85 WHIP and an above‑average win total.

His resurgence has propelled Skenes to the forefront as the league’s leading fantasy starting pitcher, surpassing both Skubal and Crochet.

Jacob Misiorowski presents the strongest competition for the top starting‑pitcher slot, leading all starters in K‑BB% (28.4), CSW% (33.9) and SIERA (2.58).

Misiorowski’s control improvements and strikeout upside are amplified by the hitter‑friendly conditions of his home park.

Although a hamstring cramp forced him out of a no‑hitter bid, medical reports suggest the injury is not serious.

His performance has sparked speculation that he could be drafted as the No. 1 fantasy starter in the 2027 season.

Fernando Tatis Jr. has reached a new low this year, recording zero home runs in nearly 150 plate appearances.

Despite the drought, Tatis ranks third in hard hits (56) and holds an average exit velocity of 93.0 mph, placing him in the top 8 percent league‑wide.

Only 36 hitters have logged more barrels than Tatis, who currently sits 260th out of 267 qualified players in pull‑air percentage.

Analytics suggest Tatis is likely to finish the season with roughly 20 home runs, a significant drop from his pre‑suspension power output.

Carlos Cortés of the Oakland Athletics entered the season with fewer than 100 career plate appearances, yet his underlying metrics are striking.

He boasts a strikeout rate in the top 1 percent of the league and an expected slugging percentage ranking in the top 5 percent.

While a platoon role and limited speed cap his upside, Cortés bats cleanup against right‑handed pitchers in one of MLB’s most extreme hitter’s parks.

His .391 BABIP is expected to regress, but disciplined plate approach should sustain a solid batting average.

Despite skepticism, Cortés remains unowned in roughly 75 percent of Yahoo leagues, making him a high‑upside waiver candidate.

The San Francisco Giants are grappling with closer instability after Ryan Walker’s recent blown save and a 1.54 WHIP.

Caleb Kilian has emerged as the preferred closer, recording a save on Monday and delivering the best results from a weakened bullpen.

Manager Tony Vitello has indicated Kilian will continue in the role, despite the bullpen’s broader struggles following Erik Miller’s IL stint.

Kilian appears in only 38 percent of NFBC Main Event 15‑team leagues, positioning him as a potential weekly waiver addition.

Brice Turang has transformed into what many now consider the premier second baseman in MLB, combining power and speed at elite rates.

His exit velocity sits in the top 8 percent, while a walk rate of 18.8 percent places him in the top 2 percent league‑wide.

Fangraphs credits Turang with the highest WAR among second basemen, and his projected fantasy line is .304/.134/.24/.105/.33.

Turang’s .370 BABIP is expected to normalize, yet his overall production firmly establishes him as a borderline first‑round fantasy pick.

Logan Henderson was recalled by the Milwaukee Brewers last week, positioning him to start against the New York Yankees following Brandon Woodruff’s IL placement.

In Triple‑A, Henderson posted a 1.02 ERA and a 27.1 K‑BB% with a 0.96 WHIP over seven major‑league starts (33.1 innings).

His availability in more than 75 percent of Yahoo leagues makes him a valuable bench stash and a potential starter in daily formats.

Chase Dollander, a former top‑10 prospect, continues to defy expectations despite pitching for the Colorado Rockies.

Operating primarily as a starter, Dollander ranks 20th in K‑BB% (19.2 percent) and 11th in SIERA (3.06), indicating breakout potential.

His road ERA (2.49) and WHIP (1.06) contrast sharply with Coors Field numbers (4.60 ERA, 1.28 WHIP), underscoring park effects.

While his BABIP jumps from .245 on the road to .333 at home, the hitter‑friendly environment will likely persist through summer.

Dollander is rostered in nearly 100 percent of NFBC leagues, yet he holds greater value in daily leagues where managers can bench him during home starts.

Spencer Strider’s recent outing revealed a rustier version of the pitcher who dominated before his 2024 arm injury.

After an oblique setback, Strider’s velocity and command were subpar in his debut start, though spring training showed promise.

His next rotation turn against the Los Angeles Dodgers will be a critical test for fantasy owners evaluating his upside.

Murakami’s power surge has placed him tied for the MLB lead with 14 home runs, projecting a 65‑HR season pace.

Despite a .240 batting average and a 32.5 percent strikeout rate, his elite exit velocity (95.3 mph) and damage metrics keep him in the top‑15 fantasy tier.

Murakami’s contact issues are mitigated by superior swing decisions, reflected in top‑percentile metrics for chase rate and expected value.

His HR/FB rate of 37.8 percent ranks second in the league, though regression is anticipated as the season progresses.

Robby Snelling, a former top prospect, is slated to start for Miami on Friday after Chris Paddack’s designation for assignment.

Snelling’s Triple‑A line features a 40.0 K% with a 1.86 ERA and a 0.90 WHIP across six starts, making him an attractive waiver addition.

Snelling is widely available in fantasy leagues, offering left‑handed depth to rotation‑starved clubs.

Bryce Eldridge, recently recalled by the Giants, presents a deeper‑league option given his batting average risk in a notoriously pitcher‑friendly park.

His limited major‑league exposure and left‑handed power profile keep him on the radar of speculative managers.

Below is a summary of the key statistical leaders mentioned, formatted for quick reference.

Player	Key Stat	Value
Jacob Misiorowski	K‑BB%	28.4
Jacob Misiorowski	CSW%	33.9
Jacob Misiorowski	SIERA	2.58
Logan Henderson	Triple‑A ERA	1.02
Logan Henderson	K‑BB%	27.1
Logan Henderson	WHIP	0.96
Chase Dollander	K‑BB%	19.2
Chase Dollander	SIERA	3.06
Robby Snelling	K%	40.0
Robby Snelling	ERA	1.86
Robby Snelling	WHIP	0.90

These data points illustrate the shifting landscape of fantasy value as injuries and performance variances take hold.

Owners must adapt quickly, targeting emerging starters like Skenes and Misiorowski while exploiting waiver‑wire gems such as Henderson and Snelling.