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Should I Start Joey Bart or Shane Smith?

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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Shane Smith
Based on recent average (25 pts) and trend vs Joey Bart (7.5 pts)
Joey Bart
C · CWS · MLB
7.5
avg pts (8g)
6.5
std dev
▼ trending down
last 4g
Last 5 games
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2W16
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2W12
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Shane Smith
SP · CWS · MLB
25
avg pts (1g)
0
std dev
▼ trending down
last 1g
Last 1 games
25W2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Joey Bart or Shane Smith?
Based on recent performance, start Shane Smith. Shane Smith averages 25 fantasy points over their last 1 games. See the full comparison and trend data on this page.
What is Joey Bart's fantasy value right now?
Joey Bart has averaged 7.5 fantasy points over their last 8 games this season, with a down trend. Standard deviation of 6.5 points — a relatively consistent floor.
What is Shane Smith's fantasy value right now?
Shane Smith has averaged 25 fantasy points over their last 1 games this season, with a down trend. Standard deviation of 0 points — a relatively consistent floor.

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