Fantasy baseball Week 8 hitters: Sleepers, waiver targets and best matchups

Whether you’re in need of an injury fill-in or just a hot-hand play, Scott White has you covered with 10 sleeper hitters for the upcoming scoring period, all rostered in less than 80 percent of CBS Sports leagues. They’re not must-starts by any estimation, but they’re often the best you’ll find off the waiver wire.

All information is up to date as of late Sunday.

Best hitter matchups for Week 9

1. Braves @MIA4, WAS3
2. Athletics @LAA4, @SD3
3. Diamondbacks SF3, COL4
4. Mariners CHW3, @KC3
5. Angels ATH4, TEX3

Worst hitter matchups for Week 9

1. Royals BOS3, SEA3
2. Dodgers @SD3, @MIL3
3. Marlins ATL4, NYM3
4. Blue Jays @NYY4, PIT3
5. Rays BAL3, @NYY3