Fantasy Baseball Player Notes

2026 Fantasy Baseball Draft Notes

Position

Team

Jazz Chisholm Jr. Note
	1. Jazz Chisholm Jr. NYY Jazz Chisholm's 2025 season was a reminder of both his upside and volatility, as power-speed contributions were once again offset by durability concerns and streaky efficiency. His 2026 projections bake in similar power and speed totals with right around 600 plate appearances, reflecting ongoing availability risk. When on the field, his per-game fantasy production remains strong, particularly in steals. Chisholm is best approached as a ceiling play rather than a foundational early-round option, but qualifying at third base does bump him up a few spots on draft boards. 4 weeks ago

Ketel Marte Note
	2. Ketel Marte ARI The list of elite second basemen in 2026 fantasy baseball looks to be about three players long, and Ketel Marte is at the top of the list, depending on how you feel about Jazz Chisholm Jr. Marte offers an excellent barrel rate (13.5%) and an elite hard hit rate (47%) at the position, while also providing a boon in batting average (career .281 hitter). The downside is there, however. Marte is on the wrong side of 30, and the number of games he's played in has gone from 150 to 136 to 126 in the last three years. Still, you're not getting 30 home runs from many second basemen, and batting in between Geraldo Perdomo and Corbin Carroll should help his counting stats. Marte's biggest issue is health; if you draft him, prepare for at least one IL stint during the season. Otherwise, he's as good as they come. 1 week ago

Brice Turang Note
	3. Brice Turang MIL Fantasy managers who drafted Brice Turang, hoping for a repeat of his 50-SB season in 2024, may have been disappointed in the drop to 24, but they got a whole lot more than expected everywhere else. Turang improved in almost every metric, jumping to 18 home runs thanks to a leap in HardHit rate from 29.7% to 47.4%. He batted an elite .288, ranking second at the position, and the 24 steals were still fifth on the list. At only age 26, Turang should bat behind Jackson Chourio and in front of William Contreras and Christian Yelich, an excellent spot to pick up counting stats. At the weakest position in fantasy, Turang may be the only one to offer something in all five categories and is the last of the three in the top tier. 1 week ago

Nico Hoerner Note
	4. Nico Hoerner CHC Nico Hoerner quietly delivered his best all-around season in 2025, pairing a career-high offensive impact (114 OPS+, 118 Rbat+) with elite contact skills and Gold Glove-caliber defense. His strikeout rate dipped to an excellent 7.6% while maintaining above-average run production and efficiency on the bases, reinforcing his high-floor fantasy profile. The 2026 projections largely stabilize his output rather than build in upside, but his strong plate skills and secure everyday role keep him valuable in batting average, runs, and steals. Entering a contract year, Hoerner has added motivation to sustain peak performance, even if his limited power caps category ceiling. 15 hours ago

Jose Altuve Note
	5. Jose Altuve HOU Jose Altuve's 2025 profile showed clear age-related erosion, with declining rOBA, reduced hard-hit rates, and a continued drop in stolen-base efficiency despite strong durability. While his contact skills remain above average, the quality of contact has flattened out, making his mid-20s home run totals harder to bank on going forward. The 2026 projections reflect this shift, leaning toward solid but unspectacular production with diminishing speed and only modest power. Altuve still offers batting average stability and run production in a strong lineup, but at his age, he profiles more as a floor play than a difference-maker in fantasy formats. 13 hours ago

Luke Keaschall Note
	6. Luke Keaschall MIN

Ozzie Albies Note
	7. Ozzie Albies ATL

Maikel Garcia Note
	8. Maikel Garcia KC Maikel Garcia took a massive step forward in 2025, transforming from a speed-first table-setter into a well-rounded fantasy contributor with a .286/.351/.449 line, 16 homers, and 23 steals. The offensive breakout was backed by real skill growth, including a sharp jump in on-base ability and contact quality after a down 2024. His elite defensive versatility locked in everyday playing time, which allowed the counting stats to fully surface across a full season. At just 26 years old, Garcia now profiles as a high-floor, multi-category infielder with sneaky upside rather than a niche speed play. 2 days ago

Jackson Holliday Note
	9. Jackson Holliday BAL

Ceddanne Rafaela Note
	10. Ceddanne Rafaela BOS

Jordan Westburg Note
	11. Jordan Westburg BAL Jordan Westburg followed up his 2024 All-Star breakout with another solid but less impactful 2025, as injuries limited him to 85 games and capped his counting stats. On a per-game basis, his power remained intact (17 HR, .457 SLG), but reduced doubles output and minimal speed kept him from taking the next step. His multi-position eligibility and steady contact quality help stabilize his fantasy floor, particularly in deeper formats. If he can stay healthy and reclaim a full-time role in Baltimore's crowded infield, Westburg still offers sleeper upside as a balanced power contributor entering his age-27 season. 2 days ago

Xavier Edwards Note
	12. Xavier Edwards MIA

Brandon Lowe Note
	13. Brandon Lowe PIT

Marcus Semien Note
	14. Marcus Semien NYM

Gleyber Torres Note
	15. Gleyber Torres DET Gleyber Torres reestablished himself as a reliable fantasy middle infielder in 2025 after a down 2024, showing improved plate discipline (career-best walk rate) and a rebound in overall run production following his move to Detroit. While the power remains well below his 2018-19 peak, his 2025 advanced profile points to solid contact quality and a more patient approach that supports a stable AVG/OBP floor. The 2026 projections reflect a continuation of that skill set rather than a return to 30+ homer upside, making him more valuable in OBP formats than standard roto leagues. With minimal speed and capped power, Torres profiles as a low-ceiling but steady fantasy contributor, best viewed as a post-hype sleeper for managers seeking middle-infield stability rather than upside. 17 hours ago

Jorge Polanco Note
	16. Jorge Polanco NYM

Bryson Stott Note
	17. Bryson Stott PHI

Luis Garcia Note
	18. Luis Garcia WSH

Matt McLain Note
	19. Matt McLain CIN

Otto Lopez Note
	20. Otto Lopez MIA

Brendan Donovan Note
	21. Brendan Donovan SEA

Brett Baty Note
	22. Brett Baty NYM

Tommy Edman Note
	23. Tommy Edman LAD

Colt Keith Note
	24. Colt Keith DET

Luis Arraez Note
	25. Luis Arraez SF

Andres Gimenez Note
	26. Andres Gimenez TOR

Caleb Durbin Note
	27. Caleb Durbin BOS

Jeff McNeil Note
	28. Jeff McNeil ATH

Jose Caballero Note
	29. Jose Caballero NYY

Brooks Lee Note
	30. Brooks Lee MIN

Chase Meidroth Note
	31. Chase Meidroth CWS

Jake Cronenworth Note
	32. Jake Cronenworth SD

Lenyn Sosa Note
	33. Lenyn Sosa CWS

Ernie Clement Note
	34. Ernie Clement TOR

JJ Wetherholt Note
	35. JJ Wetherholt STL

Marcelo Mayer Note
	36. Marcelo Mayer BOS

Willi Castro Note
	37. Willi Castro COL

Jonathan India Note
	38. Jonathan India KC

Ha-Seong Kim Note
	39. Ha-Seong Kim ATL

Kristian Campbell Note
	40. Kristian Campbell BOS

Christian Moore Note
	41. Christian Moore LAA

Romy Gonzalez Note
	42. Romy Gonzalez BOS

Luis Rengifo Note
	43. Luis Rengifo FA

Jared Triolo Note
	44. Jared Triolo PIT

Nick Gonzales Note
	45. Nick Gonzales PIT

Nolan Gorman Note
	46. Nolan Gorman STL

Travis Bazzana Note
	47. Travis Bazzana CLE

Sung-Mun Song Note
	48. Sung-Mun Song SD

Kody Clemens Note
	49. Kody Clemens MIN

Gabriel Arias Note
	50. Gabriel Arias CLE

Luisangel Acuna Note
	51. Luisangel Acuna CWS

Javier Baez Note
	52. Javier Baez DET

Brayan Rocchio Note
	53. Brayan Rocchio CLE

Tyler Freeman Note
	54. Tyler Freeman COL

Brooks Baldwin Note
	55. Brooks Baldwin CWS

Hyeseong Kim Note
	56. Hyeseong Kim LAD

Gavin Lux Note
	57. Gavin Lux TB

Javier Sanoja Note
	58. Javier Sanoja MIA

Max Muncy Note
	59. Max Muncy ATH

Casey Schmitt Note
	60. Casey Schmitt SF

Ronny Mauricio Note
	61. Ronny Mauricio NYM

Davis Schneider Note
	62. Davis Schneider TOR

Zack Gelof Note
	63. Zack Gelof ATH

Nasim Nunez Note
	64. Nasim Nunez WSH

Blaze Alexander Note
	65. Blaze Alexander BAL

Mauricio Dubon Note
	66. Mauricio Dubon ATL

Brice Matthews Note
	67. Brice Matthews HOU

Adael Amador Note
	68. Adael Amador COL

Edouard Julien Note
	69. Edouard Julien COL

Vaughn Grissom Note
	70. Vaughn Grissom LAA

Austin Martin Note
	71. Austin Martin MIN

Tyler Fitzgerald Note
	72. Tyler Fitzgerald SF

Tim Tawa Note
	73. Tim Tawa ARI

Thomas Saggese Note
	74. Thomas Saggese STL

Thairo Estrada Note
	75. Thairo Estrada FA

Angel Martinez Note
	76. Angel Martinez CLE

Cole Young Note
	77. Cole Young SEA

Jett Williams Note
	78. Jett Williams MIL

Edmundo Sosa Note
	79. Edmundo Sosa PHI

Michael Massey Note
	80. Michael Massey KC

Isiah Kiner-Falefa Note
	81. Isiah Kiner-Falefa BOS

Dylan Moore Note
	82. Dylan Moore FA

Amed Rosario Note
	83. Amed Rosario NYY

Ezequiel Duran Note
	84. Ezequiel Duran TEX

Max Anderson Note
	85. Max Anderson DET

Daniel Schneemann Note
	86. Daniel Schneemann CLE

Miguel Rojas Note
	87. Miguel Rojas LAD

Jose Fermin Note
	88. Jose Fermin STL

Andruw Monasterio Note
	89. Andruw Monasterio BOS

Ryan Ritter Note
	90. Ryan Ritter COL

Jose Tena Note
	91. Jose Tena WSH

Oswald Peraza Note
	92. Oswald Peraza LAA

Adam Frazier Note
	93. Adam Frazier FA

David Hamilton Note
	94. David Hamilton MIL

Jesus Made Note
	95. Jesus Made MIL

Curtis Mead Note
	96. Curtis Mead CWS

Ramon Urias Note
	97. Ramon Urias FA

Enrique Hernandez Note
	98. Enrique Hernandez FA

Nick Yorke Note
	99. Nick Yorke PIT

Jorge Mateo Note
	100. Jorge Mateo ATL

Cody Freeman Note
	101. Cody Freeman TEX

Darell Hernaiz Note
	102. Darell Hernaiz ATH

Bryan Torres Note
	103. Bryan Torres STL

Jon Berti Note
	104. Jon Berti FA

Chris Taylor Note
	105. Chris Taylor FA

Richard Palacios Note
	106. Richard Palacios CLE

Kyle Farmer Note
	107. Kyle Farmer ATL

Jose Iglesias Note
	108. Jose Iglesias FA

Leo Rivas Note
	109. Leo Rivas SEA

Ryan Bliss Note
	110. Ryan Bliss SEA

Luis Urias Note
	111. Luis Urias FA

Santiago Espinal Note
	112. Santiago Espinal FA

Shay Whitcomb Note
	113. Shay Whitcomb HOU

Hao-Yu Lee Note
	114. Hao-Yu Lee DET

Christian Koss Note
	115. Christian Koss SF

Payton Eeles Note
	116. Payton Eeles BAL

Max Schuemann Note
	117. Max Schuemann NYY

DJ LeMahieu Note
	118. DJ LeMahieu FA

Juan Brito Note
	119. Juan Brito CLE

Orlando Arcia Note
	120. Orlando Arcia MIN

Nick Loftin Note
	121. Nick Loftin KC

Brendan Rodgers Note
	122. Brendan Rodgers BOS

Nick Sogard Note
	123. Nick Sogard BOS

Orelvis Martinez Note
	124. Orelvis Martinez WSH

Ildemaro Vargas Note
	125. Ildemaro Vargas ARI

Tanner Murray Note
	126. Tanner Murray CWS

Tristan Gray Note
	127. Tristan Gray MIN

Andy Ibanez Note
	128. Andy Ibanez ATH

Paul DeJong Note
	129. Paul DeJong NYY

Cesar Prieto Note
	130. Cesar Prieto STL

Brett Wisely Note
	131. Brett Wisely TB

Luke Williams Note
	132. Luke Williams ATL

Tommy Troy Note
	133. Tommy Troy ARI

Tim Anderson Note
	134. Tim Anderson FA

Michael Arroyo Note
	135. Michael Arroyo SEA

Alika Williams Note
	136. Alika Williams PIT

Tyler Callihan Note
	137. Tyler Callihan CIN

Liover Peguero Note
	138. Liover Peguero PHI

Jared Serna Note
	139. Jared Serna MIA

Cooper Kinney Note
	140. Cooper Kinney TB

Josh Rojas Note
	141. Josh Rojas KC

James Triantos Note
	142. James Triantos CHC

Kyren Paris Note
	143. Kyren Paris LAA

Nick Madrigal Note
	144. Nick Madrigal LAA

Jorbit Vivas Note
	145. Jorbit Vivas NYY

Aaron Schunk Note
	146. Aaron Schunk ATL

Nate Furman Note
	147. Nate Furman SF

Ben Cowles Note
	148. Ben Cowles CHC

Tsung-Che Cheng Note
	149. Tsung-Che Cheng BOS

Marco Luciano Note
	150. Marco Luciano NYY

Ryan Fitzgerald Note
	151. Ryan Fitzgerald LAD

Scott Kingery Note
	152. Scott Kingery CHC

Miles Mastrobuoni Note
	153. Miles Mastrobuoni SEA

Abraham Toro Note
	154. Abraham Toro KC

Garrett Hampson Note
	155. Garrett Hampson CIN

Jack Winkler Note
	156. Jack Winkler HOU

Samad Taylor Note
	157. Samad Taylor SD

Donovan Walton Note
	158. Donovan Walton LAA

Tyler Wade Note
	159. Tyler Wade TEX

Weston Wilson Note
	160. Weston Wilson BAL

Ronny Simon Note
	161. Ronny Simon PIT

Kevin Newman Note
	162. Kevin Newman KC

Jose Rojas Note
	163. Jose Rojas NYM