Lineups Outlook: The Drake rakes
Apr 10 2026
In my final installment last season, there was speculation that Ronald Acuña Jr. (RF, ATL) could hit third this season. However, Jurickson Profar’s (DH, ATL) suspension changed the lineup matrix for Atlanta, and has changed the already rising trajectory for Drake Baldwin (C, ATL) from breakout status to a burgeoning stud for fantasy purposes.
There will be players receiving a potential boost in value based on their early lineup slots and three decreasing because of their early results, covered in today’s initial Lineups Outlook for the season.
Potential Gainers in Value
- Through 14 games this season, he’s hit second in all of them, including five as the designated hitter.
Not only has Baldwin received a boost...
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
This week's installment of Lineups Outlook highlights three batters benefiting from new batting order spots; plus, hoping for more for two rookies.
May 22 2026 3:07am
May 22 2026 3:07am
Jarred Kelenic's marginal post-promotion production is hiding elite batted ball quality.
May 18 2026 3:07am
May 18 2026 3:07am
Noelvi Marte has rebounded nicely at Triple-A after an ugly early start with the Reds.
May 11 2026 3:06am
May 11 2026 3:06am
This week's column focuses on hitters receiving a boost in fantasy value by rising in their respective lineups.
May 8 2026 3:07am
Brice Turang's five-category output in April was backed by good batted ball quality and elite plate discipline drivers.
May 4 2026 3:15am
May 4 2026 3:15am
