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Should I Start Austin Riley or Grant Holmes?

Data-driven MLB fantasy start/sit decision. Recent game logs, trend analysis, and a verdict based on actual performance — not gut feel.

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Grant Holmes
Based on recent average (20.6 pts) and trend vs Austin Riley (12.6 pts)
Austin Riley
3B · ATL · MLB
12.6
avg pts (8g)
10.3
std dev
▼ trending down
last 4g
Last 5 games
7W22
12W21
13W20
8W18
10W17
VS
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Grant Holmes
SP · ATL · MLB
20.6
avg pts (8g)
5.3
std dev
▼ trending down
last 4g
Last 5 games
27W21
20W19
13W18
17W17
14W16

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Austin Riley or Grant Holmes?
Based on recent performance, start Grant Holmes. Grant Holmes averages 20.6 fantasy points over their last 8 games. See the full comparison and trend data on this page.
What is Austin Riley's fantasy value right now?
Austin Riley has averaged 12.6 fantasy points over their last 8 games this season, with a down trend. Standard deviation of 10.3 points — some volatility week to week.
What is Grant Holmes's fantasy value right now?
Grant Holmes has averaged 20.6 fantasy points over their last 8 games this season, with a down trend. Standard deviation of 5.3 points — a relatively consistent floor.

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