Lineup Outlook: Smith and Keith moving up; Ozuna and Langford moving down

This week’s post features two hitters who have moved up in the batting order and two who have been moved down, because their production has not been the same as in the past. Like anything in fantasy baseball, the lineup can remain fluid based on a team’s approach, but profit can be gained with increased opportunities or lost when they are reduced. 

Houston Astros 

Through June 25, Houston’s cleanup hitters logged 399 plate appearances, accruing 43 runs and 40 RBI while hitting a combined .225 with a .637 on-base plus slugging percentage (OPS), which is less than optimal. After a slow start, rookie Cam Smith debuted at fourth in the batting order on June 26, and through...

Almost!

You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!

Already a subscriber? Sign in here

More From Batters

Looking ahead to 2026, Jo Adell could hit 4th, while Ronald Acuña Jr. may bat 3rd.
Sep 5 2025 3:06am
Giancarlo Stanton turned back the clock with a huge showing in August.
Sep 1 2025 3:09am
Brenton Doyle's recent surge and elite results and skills vs. LHers confirm that he has not reached his ceiling yet.
Aug 25 2025 3:07am
Following the trade deadline, Arizona has returned Geraldo Perdomo to the top of the lineup. Plus, notes on Noelvi Marte and Brett Baty deserving better spots in the batting order.
Aug 22 2025 3:10am
Two NL East outfielders, Brandon Marsh and Michael Harris II, have made notable adjustments in the course of the 2025 season.
Aug 19 2025 3:07am

Tools