FACTS/FLUKES: 2013 breakout candidates
Feb 7 2013
When you look back on fanalytic championships past, what was the difference maker? Was it your blue chip first rounder or $30 stud? Maybe ... but chances are there were a few "Sleepers" or "Under the Radar" bargains that separated you from the also-rans.
Whatever you call them, all fantasy baseball owners are looking for players to contribute more than what they cost at the draft table. There are many ways to find players that show indicators of "breaking out," but one of our favorites here at BaseballHQ.com was created by Brandon Kruse. Kruse wrote, "We define a breakout performance as one where a player posts a Roto value of $20+ after having never posted a value of $10. These criteria are used to validate an apparent breakout in...
Almost!
You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!
Already a subscriber? Sign in here
More From Facts & Flukes
Bobby Witt Jr. hasn't quite had a vintage season; is he still an elite cornerstone? Plus Hunter Brown, Cedric Mullins, Zebby Matthews, and Dominic Canzone
Aug 20 2026 3:06am
Aug 20 2026 3:06am
Jackson Merrill has turned his season around this summer. Also: Bubba Chandler, Otto Lopez, Jacob Webb, Luis Rengifo.
Aug 18 2026 3:06am
Aug 18 2026 3:06am
Max Fried has looked like his usual self since returning from injury. Plus, Shane Bieber, Austin Wells, Jacob Wilson, and Isaac Collins.
Aug 17 2026 3:06am
Aug 17 2026 3:06am
Jacob Misiorowski has been a revelation this season—we'll take a peek at the key contributors behind his tremendous performance.
Aug 14 2026 3:06am
Aug 14 2026 3:06am
Drake Baldwin's follow-up to his ROY campaign has been impressive. How are the skills? Plus, Landen Roupp, Willi Castro, Tyler Mahle, and Nick Gonzales.
Aug 12 2026 3:06am
Aug 12 2026 3:06am
