Ezequiel Tovar -- Fantasy Value

Ezequiel Tovar remains on the bench for Colorado's Saturday game against Philadelphia, marking his second day out of the starting lineup in three games. The 24-year-old shortstop has been a significant drag on fantasy rosters this season, posting a .187/.236/.269 slash line through 144 plate appearances. His struggles have intensified recently, as he has managed just 6 hits in his last 54 at-bats (.111 average) over an 18-game stretch. Willi Castro will handle shortstop duties in Tovar's absence. The Rockies appear to be using rest as a potential remedy for the slumping young player, who has not recorded an RBI since April 8. For fantasy managers, Tovar's continued benching and extended offensive drought make him a difficult asset to deploy confidently at this time.