2024 Stats
AVG
.243
HR
21
RBI
64
R
62
SB
4
Rest-of-Season Projections
2024 Fantasy Outlook
Ward's 2023 campaign came to an early end in late July after he was struck in the face by a pitch, which caused multiple fractures that required surgery. It was awful luck for the outfielder but nonetheless marks the second time in the past three seasons he's failed to reach 100 games played. Ward was mostly healthy in 2022 and delivered 23 homers and an .833 OPS, which he was unable to replicate last year before suffering the facial injuries. Still, he had an above-average bat (107 wRC+) with 14 home runs, four steals, 47 RBI, 60 runs and a .253/.335/.421 slash line in 97 contests. Ward seems unlikely to return to that All-Star level of production from 2022 but can still provide value for fantasy managers with solid power and contact skills, though durability concerns cap his ceiling heading into 2024. Read Past Outlooks
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Stays red hot
Ward went 3-for-4 with a solo home run, an additional RBI, an additional run scored and a walk in Wednesday's 10-1 win over the Dodgers.
ANALYSIS
Ward was the only Angel with multiple hits in the blowout win. He also homered for a third straight game, including both contests in this series versus the Dodgers. The outfielder's recent power surge has him up to 21 homers, 64 RBI and a .244/.315/.429 slash line over 133 contests. He's two homers shy of matching his career high from 2022 and continues to thrive in the leadoff role.
Ward was the only Angel with multiple hits in the blowout win. He also homered for a third straight game, including both contests in this series versus the Dodgers. The outfielder's recent power surge has him up to 21 homers, 64 RBI and a .244/.315/.429 slash line over 133 contests. He's two homers shy of matching his career high from 2022 and continues to thrive in the leadoff role.
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Left/Right Batting Splits
Since 2022
+11%
OPS vs LHP
2024
+30%
OPS vs LHP
OPS | PA | HR | RBI | AVG | |||||
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Since 2022vs Left | .841 | 394 | 12 | 40 | .302 | ||||
Since 2022vs Right | .757 | 1150 | 46 | 136 | .245 | ||||
2024vs Left | .909 | 114 | 3 | 10 | .350 | ||||
2024vs Right | .697 | 457 | 18 | 54 | .216 | ||||
2023vs Left | .896 | 116 | 5 | 16 | .303 | ||||
2023vs Right | .702 | 293 | 9 | 31 | .233 | ||||
2022vs Left | .755 | 164 | 4 | 14 | .268 | ||||
2022vs Right | .864 | 400 | 19 | 51 | .286 | ||||
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Home/Away Batting Splits
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Even Split
2024
+4%
OPS on Road
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Since 2022Home | .778 | 742 | 27 | 85 | .249 | ||||
Since 2022Away | .778 | 802 | 31 | 91 | .269 | ||||
2024Home | .727 | 298 | 11 | 34 | .232 | ||||
2024Away | .755 | 273 | 10 | 30 | .255 | ||||
2023Home | .697 | 195 | 6 | 17 | .201 | ||||
2023Away | .804 | 214 | 8 | 30 | .294 | ||||
2022Home | .901 | 249 | 10 | 34 | .305 | ||||
2022Away | .780 | 315 | 13 | 31 | .262 | ||||
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Stat Review
How does Taylor Ward compare to other hitters?
This section compares his stats with all batting seasons from the previous three seasons (minimum 400 plate appearances)*. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. For example, if the bar is halfway across, then the player falls into the 50th percentile for that stat and it would be considered average.
* Exit Velocity and Barrels/PA % are benchmarked against 2019 data (min 400 PA) and Hard Hit Rate is benchmarked against last season's data (min 400 PA). See here for more exit velocity/barrels stats plus an explanation of current limitations with that data set.
* Exit Velocity and Barrels/PA % are benchmarked against 2019 data (min 400 PA) and Hard Hit Rate is benchmarked against last season's data (min 400 PA). See here for more exit velocity/barrels stats plus an explanation of current limitations with that data set.
BB/K
0.35BB Rate
8.9%K Rate
25.4%BABIP
.293ISO
.182AVG
.243OBP
.315SLG
.425OPS
.740wOBA
.325Exit Velocity
91.0 mphHard Hit Rate
40.7%Barrels/PA
8.6%Expected BA
.255Expected SLG
.472Sprint Speed
21.4 ft/secGround Ball %
32.8%Line Drive %
22.8%Fly Ball %
44.4%Prospect Rankings History
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Past Fantasy Outlooks
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A sore groin delayed Ward's debut a week. Once he was ready, Ward was one of the league's top batters with a .333/.443/.644 line in 38 games through June 3. He then visited the IL for 10 days after aggravating a hamstring injury. Upon returning, Ward couldn't find a groove, posting a .222/.297/.339 line over the next 63 games. He then missed a series in Toronto, but when he rejoined the club, Ward found his stroke and finished .339/.387/.548 over his final 34 contests. For the season, Ward's 137 wRC+ should assure a starting job, though the Angels outfield is getting crowded. His plate skills are strong, and Ward's 69th percentile average exit velocity, 66th percentile hard hit rate and 79th percentile all portend an MLB regular. A converted infielder, Ward's outfield defense is improving. Durability is an issue, but when healthy, Ward has the makings of a solid mixed league outfielder at a fair price.
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Reaches 20-homer mark
Ward went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Tuesday's 6-2 extra-inning loss to the Dodgers.
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Productive in win
Ward went 2-for-4 with a solo home run, a double and a second run scored in Sunday's 3-2 win over the Mariners.
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Swats solo shot
Ward went 1-for-5 with a solo home run in Friday's 9-5 loss to the Mariners.
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Collects fourth steal
Ward went 1-for-3 with a walk and a stolen base in Thursday's 3-0 win over the Tigers.
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Homers in loss
Ward went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Saturday's 3-1 loss to the Blue Jays.
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Royals interested?
Ward is one of three right-handed hitters the Royals are targeting ahead of Tuesday's trade deadline, reports Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.
ANALYSIS
Ward's trade market has reportedly dwindled due to his .569 OPS since the start of June. The outfielder was a consistent producer over the previous three seasons with a .795 OPS, and a change of scenery could benefit the 30-year-old since he's hitting just .205 at Angels Stadium this year. Ward has two years of arbitration eligibility after this season, so the Halos don't need to rush a low-value trade.
Ward's trade market has reportedly dwindled due to his .569 OPS since the start of June. The outfielder was a consistent producer over the previous three seasons with a .795 OPS, and a change of scenery could benefit the 30-year-old since he's hitting just .205 at Angels Stadium this year. Ward has two years of arbitration eligibility after this season, so the Halos don't need to rush a low-value trade.