First, a bit of housekeeping. This is risers and fallers. This is not added and dropped. What it is, instead, is a list of players who have climbed the ranks the most over the last 10 days. This is a list of players who have risen in the ranks or fallen because of their production over that period, not just the hot new prospect that was just called up, or the pitcher that just came off an injury.
Also, I have made these numbers fit a standard 5×5 scoring system. So, if your league has settings for hit batsmen or pickoffs or any of the other 70+ categories Fantrax allows, then your ranking may be different.
This list includes only players ranked in the top 300.
You can find out complete pitcher rankings here.
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Fantasy Baseball Risers and Fallers
PITCHING RISERS
Shota Imanaga
Imanaga’s ranking is climbing because he’s pairing consistency with sharper command. Over the last 10 days, he’s delivered a sub-3.00 ERA and kept his WHIP at 0.92 thanks to fewer free passes. His K:BB ratio has improved, driven by a bump in SwStr%, which has risen a couple of points as hitters struggle with his elevated fastball. Statcast indicators show a dip in average exit velocity. We can see his hard-hit rate has dropped, suggesting hitters aren’t squaring him up. His fastball velocity is up about one mph, helping his splitter play better.
Current Rank: 91 Previous Rank: 157 Rostered: 98
Brandon Young
Young’s rise is because of improved efficiency and a more confident pitch mix. Over the last 10 days, he’s worked deeper into games, averaging around six innings per start, a notable jump from earlier shorter outings. His ERA has dipped thanks to fewer walks and a better K:BB ratio, supported by a small increase in OSwing% as hitters chase his slider more often. Trends show a reduction in barrel rate, and his hard-hit percentage has fallen several points. His fastball velocity hasn’t spiked, but he’s using it less, leaning more on his secondary pitches.
Current Rank: 159 Previous Rank: 223 Rostered: 69
Walbert Ureña
Ureña’s fantasy value is rising because he’s missing more bats and limiting damage. Over the last 10 days, his ERA has dropped, and his WHIP has improved because of a better handle on walks. His SwStr% has climbed, reflecting sharper breaking stuff, and hitters are chasing more—his OSwing% is up. There is a notable dip in average exit velocity, and his hard-hit rate has fallen enough to matter in standard leagues. His fastball velocity has ticked up about 1–1.5 mph, giving him more margin for error.
Current Rank: 150 Previous Rank: 204 Rostered: 69
Bryce Elder
Elder’s ranking is moving up because he’s rediscovering his groundball identity. Over the last 10 days, he’s posted a stronger ERA and worked more efficiently, often reaching the sixth inning. His groundball rate has climbed, which aligns with a drop in average exit velocity and fewer barrels. Elder’s strikeout rate hasn’t exploded, but his K:BB ratio has improved thanks to better command and a slight bump in OSwing%. His velocity is stable, but he’s throwing more sinkers and fewer four-seamers, which has helped him avoid hard contact.
Current Rank: 194 Previous Rank: 236 Rostered: 98
Andre Pallante
Pallante’s rise stems from sharper command and a more effective slider. Over the last 10 days, he’s posted a lower ERA and a lower WHIP. His SwStr% has increased, tied to a slider that’s generating more whiffs. There is a drop in hard-hit rate, and hitters aren’t barreling him as often. His fastball velocity is up about 1 mph, giving him a better foundation for his secondary pitches. He’s also working deeper into games, which boosts his fantasy value in volume-based formats. This improvement looks legitimate—his pitch mix and command have both taken steps forward, and fantasy managers have recognized this.
Current Rank: 98 Previous Rank: 140 Rostered: 71
PITCHING FALLERS
Will Warren
Warren’s ranking is slipping because hitters are adjusting to his fastball-slider combo. Recently, he’s struggled to work deep into games, averaging around 4.2 innings, which limits fantasy value in standard formats. His ERA has climbed thanks to a rise in hard-hit rate, and his average exit velocity allowed has ticked up a couple of MPH. His slider isn’t generating the same deception—SwStr% has dipped, and his OSwing% is down, meaning fewer chases. Velocity hasn’t collapsed, but his fastball is down about 1 mph, which matters for a pitcher who relies on vertical movement.
Current Rank: 277 Previous Rank: 208 Rostered: 91
Bryan Woo
Woo’s fantasy slide stems from workload limitations and reduced strikeout efficiency. Over the last 10 days, we have seen shorter outings—often four to five innings—as Seattle manages his usage. His ERA has risen slightly, but the bigger issue is a tightening K:BB ratio, driven by a drop in SwStr%. Statcast indicators show a bump in barrel rate, and hitters are making more solid contact on his fastball. His velocity is stable, but he’s throwing fewer cutters, which has historically helped him avoid hard contact. Fantasy managers are reacting to the reduced volume more than anything else. This is likely temporary, but the innings cap keeps his ranking suppressed.
Current Rank: 143 Previous Rank: 293 Rostered: 99
Kevin Gausman
Gausman’s ranking is falling because his command hasn’t been sharp. During this period, he’s posted a higher ERA and WHIP, leading to more traffic on the bases. His splitter hasn’t been as dominant, reflected in a drop in SwStr% and fewer chases—his OSwing% has slipped several points. Statcast trends show an uptick in hard-hit percentage, and his average exit velocity allowed has risen. His fastball velocity is down about 1 mph, which affects how his splitter plays. Fantasy managers should adjust expectations until the splitter sharpens again.
Current Rank: 244 Previous Rank: 197 Rostered: 99
MacKenzie Gore
Gore’s slide is simply a volatility in command and contact management. Over the last 10 days, his ERA has climbed because of a spike in walks and deeper counts. His K:BB ratio has tightened, and his SwStr% has dipped, suggesting hitters are tracking his fastball better. There is a rise in barrel rates, and his hard-hit percentage has jumped several points. His fastball velocity is stable, but he’s throwing more four-seamers and fewer breaking balls, which isn’t helping him avoid damage.
Current Rank: 238 Previous Rank: 196 Rostered: 95
Christian Scott
Scott’s ranking is falling because hitters are adjusting to his early-season approach. His ERA has risen, and his WHIP has climbed. His SwStr% has dropped, and his OSwing% is down, meaning fewer chases on his slider and sweeper. There is a slight bump in average exit velocity, and his hard-hit rate has increased. His fastball velocity is down about one mph, and he’s leaning more on his secondaries, which aren’t generating the same swing-and-miss profile.
Current Rank: 260 Previous Rank: 219 Rostered: 65
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