Lineups Outlook: Winker, Realmuto, Volpe, and more

It has only been two weeks, but there have already been some interesting lineup shifts, including one of the situations highlighted in our debut post for the season. But first, a former fantasy favorite has reemerged in Washington and has been hitting second or third over the last seven days. Plus, preseason projections were kind to J.T. Realmuto, but he has taken over the clean-up spot in the Phillies batting order. Can he exceed his expectations as a result? 

Jesse Winker (OF, WAS)

Although his lineup spot has not been cemented, he’s hit third over his last three starts, and five times this season. He’s also occupied the third spot in the batting order six times. Either way, with so many fantasy players dealing with injury issues,...

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