Dylan Carlson (OF, STL) - Week 3 Waiver Wire Pickups

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ANALYSIS: Obviously, the currently unfolding situation with the Cardinals' potential COVID outbreak should be closely monitored. If and when that is under control, Dylan Carlson will be one of the most appealing options on many leagues' waiver wires. The top prospect didn't make the Opening Day roster, but that likely had to more to do with manipulating his service clock than his ability to contribute. A first-round pick back in 2016, the 21-year-old hit .292, clubbed 26 home runs and stole 20 bases in 126 games across Double- and Triple-A last year.

None of the current starting outfielders for the Cardinals (Tyler O'Neill, Harrison Bader, and Dexter Fowler) are without their warts, so Carlson should have several potential paths to playing time once he is on the roster. His blend of pop and speed will make him immediately relevant in most fantasy formats.