Ceddanne Rafaela

Ceddanne Rafaela is in the starting lineup for the Red Sox Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Rafaela will start at shortstop and bat ninth against the White Sox. He is hitting .215, with seven home runs, and 37 RBI this season.

Ceddanne Rafaela went 4-for-6 with four RBI and a run scored in the Red Sox's 14-2 demolition of the White Sox.

Fantasy Impact

This performance was a bright spot in what has been a challenging season for Rafaela, boosting his batting average and RBI total significantly. Despite his struggles with a low batting average and high strikeout rate, games like this showcase his potential for significant offensive contributions. Fantasy managers should note this performance as a sign of what Rafaela can deliver, though consistency remains a concern. His ability to drive in runs when connecting well, however, could make him a valuable asset in deeper leagues or formats that reward RBI.

Ceddanne Rafaela went 2-for-4 with two home runs and five RBI in the Red Sox's 7-3 victory over the Tigers.

Fantasy Impact

Rafaela's performance was a bright spot in what has been a challenging season, as he managed to drive in the majority of Boston's runs. Despite a low batting average of .211 and a high strikeout rate at 0.261, games like this showcase his potential for power and run production. His ability to change the game with a single swing adds a volatile but potentially rewarding element to fantasy rosters. Owners should consider Rafaela a high-risk, high-reward play, depending on matchup and league format.

Ceddanne Rafaela is in the lineup for the Red Sox Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Rafaela will start in center field and hit ninth against the Tigers. He is hitting .205, with five home runs, and 28 RBI so far this season.

Ceddanne Rafaela is out of the starting lineup for the Red Sox Thursday.

Fantasy Impact

Rafaela will get a day of rest, with Jaren Duran starting in center field and leading off against the Tigers.