Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Week 2 Hot Pickups

Closers in Demand:: Jordan Romano (Angels), Lucas Erceg (Royals), and Cole Sands (Twins) are top closer pickups due to injuries and performance.

Emerging Hitters:: Chase DeLauter (Guardians) and Owen Caissie (Marlins) are generating buzz with their offensive output.

Starting Pitcher Options:: Emerson Hancock (Mariners) and Randy Vásquez (Padres) are attractive starting pitcher options based on recent performances and velocity improvements.

Jordan Romano (Angels):: With injuries to Kirby Yates and Robert Stephenson, Romano has seized the closer role. Added in 28% of Fantrax leagues and 80% of OCs. Fantasy managers are dubious about his ability to stay healthy, but he is the priority add for saves right now.

Lucas Erceg (Royals):: Carlos Estévez struggled, leading to Erceg getting the save opportunity. Erceg has a good chance to run away with the job.

Cole Sands (Twins):: The Twins closer situation remains unclear, but Sands earned the save opportunity. The Twins may deploy Sands or Rogers situationally.

Chase DeLauter (Guardians):: DeLauter has made a significant impact, batting second in the lineup and demonstrating power potential. High roster percentage on Fantrax and Yahoo.

Owen Caissie (Marlins):: Caissie is providing a power boost for the Marlins, with 30-homer upside.

Emerson Hancock (Mariners):: Hancock had an impressive outing, showcasing a new sweeper and pitch mix changes. Gained attention for his improved performance.

Randy Vásquez (Padres):: Vásquez velocity was up, resulting in a strong outing against the Tigers. He is a good streaming option for upcoming matchups against the Rockies and Mariners.

A:: Jordan Romano, Lucas Erceg, and Cole Sands are the top options due to recent usage and injuries to other closers.

A:: Chase DeLauter and Owen Caissie are showing early promise and should be considered.

A:: Emerson Hancock and Randy Vásquez are viable options based on recent performances and favorable matchups.

Prioritize adding closers like Romano, Erceg, and Sands if you need saves.

Monitor DeLauter and Caissie for their potential offensive contributions.

Consider Hancock and Vásquez as streaming options for starting pitching depth.