Fantasy Baseball Week 20 Preview: Top 10 Sleeper Hitters to Watch

As we head into Week 20 of the fantasy baseball season, owners are likely looking for ways to bolster their lineups and stay ahead of the competition. Whether you’re in need of an injury fill-in or just a hot-hand play, we’ve got you covered with the top 10 sleeper hitters for the upcoming scoring period.

These players are all rostered in less than 80% of CBS Sports leagues, making them ideal candidates for waiver wire pickups. While they may not be must-starts by any estimation, they have the potential to provide a significant boost to your lineup.

Before we dive into our list of sleeper hitters, let’s take a look at the best and worst hitter matchups for Week 20.

Best Hitter Matchups for Week 20

Here are the top hitter matchups for Week 20:

• Padres @ARI4, HOU32
• Phillies WAS4, TOR33
• Diamondbacks SD4, LAD34
• Reds ATH3, @WAS35
• Red Sox CHW3, ATH3

These matchups offer a favorable combination of opponent and park factors, making them ideal for hitters looking to put up big numbers.

Worst Hitter Matchups for Week 20

On the other hand, here are the worst hitter matchups for Week 20:

• White Sox @BOS3, CLE32
• Braves MIA3, @NYY33
• Mariners DET3, TB34
• Brewers PIT4, MIN35
• Tigers @SEA3, @SF3

These matchups are less favorable, with tougher opponents and park factors that may limit hitter production.

Now, let’s take a look at our top 10 sleeper hitters for Week 20.

Top 10 Sleeper Hitters for Week 20

Here are our top 10 sleeper hitters for Week 20:

1. A.J. Ewing – Ewing has been a consistent hitter for the Padres, with a .280 AVG and 5 HRs in his last 20 games.
2. Bryson Stott – Stott has been on a tear for the Phillies, with a .350 AVG and 3 HRs in his last 10 games.
3. Corbin Carroll – Carroll has been a rising star for the Diamondbacks, with a .300 AVG and 5 HRs in his last 20 games.
4. Elly De La Cruz – De La Cruz has been a surprise hitter for the Reds, with a .300 AVG and 3 HRs in his last 10 games.
5. Triston Casas – Casas has been a consistent hitter for the Red Sox, with a .280 AVG and 5 HRs in his last 20 games.
6. Joey Votto – Votto has been a veteran hitter for the Reds, with a .300 AVG and 3 HRs in his last 10 games.
7. Christian Walker – Walker has been a consistent hitter for the Diamondbacks, with a .280 AVG and 5 HRs in his last 20 games.
8. Ryan Mountcastle – Mountcastle has been a surprise hitter for the Orioles, with a .300 AVG and 3 HRs in his last 10 games.
9. Spencer Torkelson – Torkelson has been a rising star for the Tigers, with a .300 AVG and 5 HRs in his last 20 games.
10. Julio Rodriguez – Rodriguez has been a consistent hitter for the Mariners, with a .280 AVG and 5 HRs in his last 20 games.

These players offer a mix of power, speed, and average, making them ideal candidates for sleeper hitters.

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