Fantasy Baseball Player Notes
2025 Fantasy Baseball Draft Notes
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Bobby Witt Jr.
SS
Bobby Witt Jr is the poster child for "five-category fantasy asset." In 2024, the 24-year-old smacked 32 home runs, scored 125, knocked in 109, and stole 31 bases. On top of this, he slashed .332/.389/.588 and now has an argument to be the top overall pick in 2025. He reduced his K% from 17.4 to 15.0 and raised his BB% from 5.8 to 8.0. The only blemish on his Statcast page is a high chase rate (32.1%), but with 100th percentile sprint speed (30.5) and sitting above the 90th percentile in xwOBA, xBA, xSLG, avgEV, and barrel percentage, we can let it go. Shortstop is a deep position, but Witt stands alone at the top of the heap.
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62.
Salvador Perez
C,1B,DH
Salvador Perez continued to be a reliable fantasy player in 2024, delivering 27 home runs, 104 RBIs, and 58 runs scored over 158 games. His .271/.330/.456 slash line marked an improvement in on-base percentage compared to his career .303 OBP, thanks to a career-high 44 walks. Perez's power remains legitimate, with a 12.2% barrel rate and an average exit velocity of 91.1 mph, aligning with his career norms. Given his consistent power production and improved plate discipline, Perez remains a valuable option for fantasy managers seeking stability at the catcher position.
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64.
Vinnie Pasquantino
1B,DH
Vinnie Pasquantino took a good-sized leap in his first full season in the majors. Even though his season was cut short due to a thumb injury, Italian Breakfast still hit 19 home runs and drove in 97 while slashing .262/.315/.446. While his walk rate took a small step down, his strikeout rate (12.8%) and whiff rate (14.5%) remain in the 96th percentile in the league. Pasquantino should remain in the lineup behind Bobby Witt Jr and Salvador Perez, making him a fantastic target for counting stats. If you wait on first basemen, nabbing Pasquantino in the 10th round can give you the return you're looking for.
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133.
Jonathan India
2B
Jonathan India delivered a solid fantasy performance in 2024, recording 15 home runs, 58 RBIs, 84 runs scored, and 13 stolen bases. His .248/.357/.392 slash line aligns closely with his career numbers. India's power metrics, including a .412 xSLG and a 7.7% Barrel Rate, indicate potential for increased power output. Notably, he improved his plate discipline, achieving a career-high 12.6% walk rate and reducing his strikeout rate to 19.6%, both career bests. Following an offseason trade to the Kansas City Royals, India is expected to be a key contributor in their lineup and an excellent late-round option at 2B for those who wait.
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145.
Maikel Garcia
2B,3B
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210.
Michael Massey
2B
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230.
MJ Melendez
LF
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239.
Freddy Fermin
C,DH
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282.
Kyle Isbel
CF
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302.
Hunter Renfroe
RF
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318.
Nelson Velazquez
OF,DH
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338.
Gavin Cross
RF
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344.
Nick Pratto
1B
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354.
Cavan Biggio
2B,CI
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431.
Jac Caglianone
1B
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434.
Joey Wiemer
LF
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461.
Dairon Blanco
LF,RF
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529.
Mark Canha
1B,LF,DH
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585.
Luke Maile
C
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612.
Luca Tresh
C
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620.
Drew Waters
RF
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628.
Nick Loftin
2B,CI
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668.
Tyler Gentry
RF
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733.
Harold Castro
2B
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