Fantasy Baseball Week 2 Preview: Top 10 Sleeper Hitters to Target

Dansby Swanson, Carson Benge, and Brett Baty among the top waiver wire options for Week 2

Mar. 28, 2026 at 7:19pm

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Fantasy baseball expert Scott White highlights the top 10 sleeper hitters to target on the waiver wire for Week 2 of the MLB season, including Dansby Swanson, Carson Benge, Justin Crawford, and Brett Baty. These players are rostered in less than 80% of CBS Sports leagues and could provide a boost to fantasy lineups with their favorable matchups.

Why it matters

As the fantasy baseball season gets underway, identifying sleeper hitters on the waiver wire can give managers an edge over their competition. These under-the-radar players have the potential to outperform their draft position and provide valuable production, especially in the early weeks when roster decisions are crucial.

The details

White's top 10 sleeper hitters for Week 2 include Dansby Swanson of the Cubs, who faces the Angels and Guardians with a strong track record against left-handed pitching. Rookies Carson Benge of the Mets and Justin Crawford of the Phillies also make the list, as they'll enjoy favorable matchups in their first full week in the majors. Other sleepers include Gabriel Moreno of the Diamondbacks, Brett Baty of the Mets, and Josh H. Smith of the Rangers.

  • Week 2 begins on Monday, March 30 and runs through Sunday, April 5.

The players

Dansby Swanson

A perennial 20/20 threat who hits better against left-handed pitching.

Carson Benge

A rookie outfielder for the Mets who homered and stole a base in his MLB debut.

Justin Crawford

A rookie outfielder for the Phillies who has already shown his competence at the major league level.

Gabriel Moreno

The Diamondbacks' catcher who will benefit from his team's seven-game schedule this week.

Brett Baty

The Mets' third baseman who will face several hittable right-handed pitchers this week.

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The takeaway

Identifying the right sleeper hitters on the waiver wire can provide a significant boost to fantasy baseball teams, especially in the early weeks of the season. The players highlighted by Scott White offer intriguing options for managers looking to gain an edge over their competition.