What's up with Ha-Seong Kim's batting average? Plus, Charlie Morton, Lourdes Gurriel Jr., Nick Lodolo, and Orlando Arcia.

Elly De La Cruz has a chance for 70 SB, Logan Webb has the skills for good ratios, Francisco Alvarez looks for more power, Alex Vesia could see higher ratios, and Gavin Lux struggles.

Jhonkensy Noel's top-tier batted ball quality since being recalled from Triple-A makes him an intriguing power dart throw heading into the second half.

The past two weeks this column has examined skills studs. This week, it's all put together in one place for the balance of 2024.

We look at the week's highest risers with stats, notes, and recommendations for today's FAAB bidding.

Spencer Schwellenbach's skills suggest he's pitched better than his middling ERA. Plus, early analysis of Lawrence Butler, Nick Loftin, Otto Lopez, and Hunter Goodman.

Max Meyer's prospect pedigree and multiple impactful skills in the minors make him an ideal speculation for those needing rotation help in the second half.

Jack Flaherty has wildly exceeded expectations in 2024. Is it sustainable?

Tanner Houck has increased his split-finger fastball usage while reducing his cutter usage, and Seth Lugo is using a cutter in 2024.

Can Ben Lively keep it up? We'll also discuss the skills of Byron Buxton, Max Scherzer, Carlos Santana, and Luis Medina.

Aaron Nola has rebounded from a disappointing 2023 season. How has he done it? Plus, Ketel Marte, Seiya Suzuki, Héctor Neris, and Jeff McNeil.