Sorare Ranks Update #12 - June 15th, 2023
Some deep values to get you through the next two weeks.
This is going to be a weird one.
For two reasons.
First, and less fun, I am battling a super-fun head cold this week so everything seems… fuzzy. Fair warning if I ramble a bit more than usual.
Second, I am getting married next week (Woot Woot)!
Because of that, I will be completely off the grid for the entire week. That means these ranks need to be extra good to help tide you over until I get back.
Without any further ado, let’s dig in.
Rankings
Pro tip: click or tap the top of any given column to sort the data. You can also search for a given player using the “Search in table” box.
Players with negative numbers in the “+/-” column are “Values”, while players with positive numbers in that column are considered “Overvalues.” Lastly, if the google doc was your best friend, you can still find it right here.
Please note: based on how the pricing data is pulled, some players have blanks in their +/-. This will improve over time as more and more cards continue to hit the market for each player and more data flows to the provider.
10 Value Candidates
Since these values need to get you through two whole weeks, these are my favorite combinations of short and long-term impact to make a difference for your squads.
Aaron Nola - PHI - SP
SoRank: 35 | Implied Rank: 95 | -60 slot differential
His stuff+ numbers and velocity have improved in the last few weeks alongside his performance, but the price of his cards on the market remains suppressed.
Teoscar Hernandez - SEA - OF
SoRank: 56 | Implied Rank: 178 | -122 slot differential
It sure feels like Teo is heating up. And the numbers support the idea. He was basically ice in the month of May, barrelling 8.8% of the balls he hit, while somehow still managing to hit .250. Turn the page over to June and he is barrelling the ball 19.2% of the time and hitting .361. I think we are seeing Hernandez settle in with his new team, which might mean this is your last chance to hop in at this monumental discount.
Tim Anderson - CWS - SS
SoRank: 60 | Implied Rank: 235 | -175 slot differential
Anderson feels like he just got back from injury, and might be still figuring things out. And he’s been pretty much empty batting average because of it, and even that hasn’t been his usual caliber. Patience is still the play here, and managers will be rewarded with Anderson’s usual high batting average, moderate power, and steals.
Willy Adames - MIL - SS
SoRank: 74 | Implied Rank: 142 | -68 slot differential
Another post-injury buy-low. The counting stats just haven’t quite shown up yet. He’s still barrelling the ball often, and his expected stats (xBA, xwOBA, etc.) are all calling for improvement.
Andres Gimenez - CLE - 2B/SS
SoRank: 81 | Implied Rank: 215 | -134 slot differential
The first Guardian buy-low on this list, Gimenez has been cold. He’s struggling, hitting for less power and less average than last year. However, over the last 30 days, we are seeing his barrels rise back up to his usual levels. Typically, that means good things are ahead.
Seiya Suzuki - CHC - OF
SoRank: 106 | Implied Rank: 172 | -66 slot differential
Seiya is becoming a regular in this newsletter, and for good reason. He brings very solid power alongside consistent walk rates. While he’s had an up-and-down season so far, he’s got the talent to blow up in any given week.
Ke’Bryan Hayes - PIT - 3B
SoRank: 118 | Implied Rank: 196 | -78 slot differential
Another regular, Hayes is almost always a great value.
Lucas Giolito - CWS - SP
SoRank: 121 | Implied Rank: 191 | -70 slot differential
Giolito is pretty much the pitching version of Ke’Bryan Hayes.
Josh Bell - CLE - 1B/DH
SoRank: 159 | Implied Rank: 244 | -85 slot differential
Bell is back and hitting dingers for CLE. I’m still operating under the theory that he hasn’t fully settled into a team since WAS, but we might be finally seeing him settle in with the Guardos, and into the 4-spot in the order no-less.
Oswald Peraza - NYY - SS
SoRank: 231 | Implied Rank: 318 | -87 slot differential
Anthony Volpe has been struggling, to say the least, and Peraza has been destroying AAA. Long term, I think the two will anchor middle-infiled for the Yanks for the next 5-10 years. Right now though, Peraza is making an interesting case for the starting SS job while Volpe works through some things.
10 Overvalued Candidates
The dudes I’d be considering shopping this week.
Jose Altuve - HOU - 2B
SoRank: 67 | Implied Rank: 35 | 32 slot differential
The Astros are looking more human of late. Can Altuve continue to inject the spark he has provided for years? Maybe. Am I willing to overpay to find out. Nope.
Emmanuel Clase - CLE - RP
SoRank: 73 | Implied Rank: 46 | 27 slot differential
Closers are a tough position to value because their week-to-week scores vary widely. It makes sense that the consistent ones tend to be worth a pretty penny. While Clase continues to earn save chances at a high clip, his Stuff appears diminished this year. If you have other options, there are other elite closets available for a lower cost.
Will Smith - LAD - C/DH
SoRank: 96 | Implied Rank: 52 | 44 slot differential
He’s one of the top catchers in the league, no doubt about it. But the catcher position is demanding and requires frequent rest. The Dodgers work him in at DH on some of his off days, but banking on that (let alone paying up for it) when there are plenty of viable SS/2Bs to choose from is not my favorite play at Middle Infield.
Jeremy Peña - HOU - SS
SoRank: 104 | Implied Rank: 75 | 29 slot differential
Peña still feels like paying for a name. Aside from his MVP performance in the World Series, he’s mostly shown to be a solid shortstop. And that is great, but there are plenty of those that cost a lot less.
Tyler Glasnow - TB - SP
SoRank: 109 | Implied Rank: 56 | 53 slot differential
Ok, this one hurts. I love Glasnow when he is healthy. That strikeout stuff is absolutely filthy. He just has real trouble staying healthy, so selling after a few flashy starts feels like a strong play compared to holding for the long run.
J.D. Martinez - LAD - DH
SoRank: 154 | Implied Rank: 73 | 81 slot differential
J.D., one of the pioneers of the launch angle revolution, has been an absolute gem since experiencing his career revival and is in the midst of what feels like a second act here with the Dodgers. Problem is, he’s 35 now, so we can’t just expect him to do this forever. Snagging top 75 value for him now after his recent hot streak might hurt, but it will allow you to lock in some real value.
Anthony Rizzo - NYY - 1B
SoRank: 170 | Implied Rank: 83 | 87 slot differential
Rizzo has been here on this list before. I’m still in favor of cashing in on value like this when possible.
Anthony Santander - BAL - OF/DH
SoRank: 172 | Implied Rank: 104 | 68 slot differential
I think I just like him a little less than everyone else. Doubtful you could get the Gunnar Henderson swap done for him anymore though.
Jacob deGrom - TEX - SP
SoRank: 183 | Implied Rank: 90 | 93 slot differential
deGrom is back on this list, even though card prices have dropped a fair amount. I love injury buy lows as much as the next guy, but there is no telling if we even see deGrom back next year, or if when we do see him back that he will be the same pitcher we know and love. Too many variables for me to consider buying in now for fantasy purposes.
Brandon Marsh - PHI - OF
SoRank: 265.5 | Implied Rank: 132 | 133.5 slot differential
His production has continued to fall off a cliff. I’m out if I can get this kind of value for Marsh.
That’s a wrap on the rankings, values, and overvalues for the week!
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Good luck out there managers!