Joe Pisapia and Chris Welsh highlight the top infielders primed to shine in 2025. We break down the sleepers, busts and must-haves you should target for your lineups. Whether you’re building for dynasty leagues or prepping for your next draft, this is your one-stop shop for prospect intel. Here is our fantasy baseball draft strategy for infielders.
Fantasy Baseball Draft Strategy
???? Shortstop Overview
- Elite Tier: Bobby Witt Jr., Elly De La Cruz, Gunnar Henderson, Francisco Lindor
- Deep Position: Lots of viable options late in drafts.
???? Shortstop Sleepers
1️⃣ Jeremy Peña (HOU)
- Why Target Him?
- Solid across-the-board contributor: 15 HR, 70 R, 70 RBI, 20 SB in 2024.
- Projected to play every day in Houston.
- Can outperform more expensive shortstops like Anthony Volpe.
2️⃣ Mason Wynn (STL)
- Why Target Him?
- Great hit tool with improved power potential.
- Elite speed & could push for a 20/20 season.
- Low strikeout rate + good launch angle optimization.
???? Shortstop Busts
1️⃣ Trevor Story (BOS)
- Why Avoid Him?
- Hasn’t played 100 games in 3 years.
- Boston’s lineup is shifting to younger players.
- Declining power + major durability issues.
2️⃣ CJ Abrams (WSH)
- Why Avoid Him?
- High ADP is based on stolen bases, but lacks elite hitting ability.
- Off-field concerns (suspension for gambling issues).
- Inconsistent power numbers make him risky.
???? Shortstop Must-Haves
1️⃣ Matt McLain (CIN)
- Why Draft Him?
- If healthy, he has .280 AVG, 20 HR, 20 SB upside.
- Elite OBP skills and strong power-speed combo.
- Small ballpark benefits his hitting approach.
2️⃣ Bo Bichette (TOR)
- Why Draft Him?
- Massively discounted ADP after an injury-plagued season.
- Still a 20 HR, .290+ hitter when healthy.
- Could return to early-round value at a mid-round cost.

