Fantasy Baseball Player Notes
2025 Fantasy Baseball Draft Notes
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19.
Bryce Harper
1B
Bryce Harper stayed relatively healthy in 2024, playing in 145 games, his highest total since 2019. He hit 30 bombs, drove in 87, scored 85, and stole seven bases. His slash line remained an ever-impressive .285/.373/.525, and he has an elite walk rate of 12%. Of note, his strikeout rate has seen a slight increase for three consecutive years, but it remains within his normal career average. His 2025 projections put him back in the 30/100/100 range. The 32-year-old will only have first-base eligibility, but he should be one of the first three off the board at that position.
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21.
Zack Wheeler
SP
Zack Wheeler remains an underrated starting pitcher, which is amazing, considering he reached the 200-inning mark while maintaining a 2.57 ERA and 0.95 WHIP in 2024. He struck out 224 batters with a 28.5 K% and was in the 95th percentile of chase percentage. Opposing batters look lost against his six-pitch arsenal, and he can put away hitters with any one of them. Wheeler will turn 35 in May, and while that may give some drafters pause, he remains an excellent SP1 option in 2025.
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22.
Trea Turner
SS
Trea Turner missed a large chunk of the 2024 season with a hamstring injury that also undermined his ability to steal bases. In 121 games, he stole 19, the lowest total of his career. He did pop 21 home runs, scored 88 runs, and drove in 62. The most encouraging thing from him in 2024 was a return to his high batting average, ending at .295 on the year. Turner is on the wrong side of 30, but he still bats in a powerful Phillies lineup with plenty of talent around him to boost his counting stats. However, he is no longer in the upper echelon of shortstops, which makes him cheaper on draft day, but don't expect the Turner of old to cement your stolen base count.
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51.
Kyle Schwarber
DH
Kyle Schwarber delivered another stellar season, showcasing his trademark consistency by blasting 38 home runs, crossing the plate 110 times, and driving in 104 runs. In 2024, he added a .248 batting average to his résumé, stole five bases, and kept his strikeout total under 200 for the first time since 2021-a season in which he played just 113 games. At 31 years old, Schwarber's skill set remains well-suited for maintaining his production. Batting in the heart of a potent Phillies lineup, he's primed to keep racking up numbers. With free agency looming after 2025, he could also bring an extra edge to his performance. Just be prepared to balance out his impact on your team's batting average while enjoying the power surge.
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73.
Aaron Nola
SP
Aaron Nola had a mixed bag of stats in 2024. He continued his run of durability, starting 33 games, which was his sixth straight year of 30+ starts. After a supremely unlucky 2023, his ERA returned to his career average of 3.57. His 1.20 WHIP was a little higher than usual, and he failed to strike out 200 batters for the first time since 2017, ending at 197. Nola turns 32 this summer, and the only real blemish on his resume is that his K% has dropped each year for the past four, reaching 24% last season, which is in the 58th percentile. While his walk rate has gone up in the past two years, it remains at an acceptable 6.1%. Nola is a good SP2 option and falls into the "boring but reliable" category of fantasy pitchers.
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133.
Cristopher Sanchez
SP
Cristopher Sánchez emerged as a reliable starter for the Philadelphia Phillies in 2024, posting an 11-9 record with a 3.32 ERA over 181.2 innings pitched. His consistent performance earned him his first All-Star selection. Notably, Sánchez excelled at home, registering a 2.13 ERA across 17 games, compared to a 5.02 ERA in 14 road outings. Statcast metrics reveal an average exit velocity of 87.4 mph and a hard-hit rate of 34.5%. Sanchez projects as a decent SP4 in 2025.
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141.
Nick Castellanos
RF
Nick Castellanos struggled mightily through the first two months of last season, leaving fantasy managers questioning his value. His batting average plummeted to uncharacteristically low levels, a stark contrast to his typically strong starts. By May, many deemed him droppable, a surprising turn for the usually reliable 32-year-old. Fortunately, Castellanos found his stride as the season progressed, performing more like the player managers anticipated on draft day. Heading into this year, he projects as a solid OF3/OF4 option in the Phillies' lineup, with the potential to deliver even more if he can recapture his usual hot start.
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142.
Alec Bohm
3B
Alec Bohm delivered a solid fantasy performance in 2024, recording 15 home runs, 97 RBIs, 62 runs scored, and five stolen bases over 143 games. His .280/.332/.448 slash line marked a slight improvement over his career .277 batting average. Bohm's season began impressively, with a .370 batting average and four home runs in April. However, his production declined in the second half, partly due to a left hand injury that sidelined him for 14 games. Statcast metrics reveal a mixed profile: an average exit velocity of 90.4 mph and a 45.6% hard-hit rate suggest solid contact, but a 6.8% barrel rate indicates limited elite power. His 17.4% strikeout rate reflects good plate discipline, though his 4.9% walk rate remains below league average. He is a fine option for a CI spot, but be prepared for the peaks and valleys that come along with him.
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154.
J.T. Realmuto
C
J.T. Realmuto's 2024 season saw a slight decline in offensive production, as he posted a .266/.322/.429 slash line with 14 home runs, 47 RBIs, 50 runs scored, and 2 stolen bases over 380 at-bats. His average exit velocity was 89.2 mph, with a hard-hit rate of 46.6% and a barrel rate of 10.4%. At 33, it's uncertain if he can rebound to his previous elite form. Despite the downturn, Realmuto's track record and defensive prowess keep him relevant in fantasy baseball, but managers should temper expectations and monitor his performance closely in the upcoming season.
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177.
Bryson Stott
2B
Bryson Stott took a step back in 2024 from his rookie campaign. He only hit 11 home runs and slashed an ugly .245/.315/.356 after promising numbers in 2023. Where Stott will help fantasy managers is in the stolen base category, as he upped his total from 31 to 32 last season. He is otherwise a fairly unexciting player whose position (2B) will keep him coming off draft boards earlier than what his numbers suggest.
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180.
Jordan Romano
RP
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216.
Jesus Luzardo
SP
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267.
Ranger Suarez
SP
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304.
Brandon Marsh
LF,CF
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335.
Orion Kerkering
RP
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350.
Max Kepler
LF,RF
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409.
Matt Strahm
RP
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430.
Jose Alvarado
RP
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485.
Andrew Painter
SP
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603.
Taijuan Walker
SP
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674.
Weston Wilson
LF
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702.
Otto Kemp
3B
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711.
Tanner Banks
RP
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715.
Griff McGarry
RP
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723.
Gabriel Rincones
RF
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731.
Mick Abel
SP
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786.
Garrett Stubbs
C
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817.
Justin Crawford
CF
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830.
Edmundo Sosa
2B,3B,SS
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879.
Moises Chace
SP
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889.
Johan Rojas
CF
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949.
Joe Ross
SP,RP
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1061.
Eiberson Castellano
SP
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1070.
Daniel Robert
RP
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1080.
Max Lazar
RP
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1082.
Rafael Marchan
C
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1106.
Jose Ruiz
RP
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1109.
Lucas Sims
RP
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1193.
Devin Sweet
RP
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1246.
John McMillon
RP
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1269.
Nick Vespi
RP
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1350.
Nicholas Padilla
RP
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1357.
Nabil Crismatt
RP
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1364.
Alan Rangel
SP
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1376.
Joel Kuhnel
RP
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1412.
Jose Cuas
RP
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1429.
Carlos Hernandez
RP
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1453.
Kyle Tyler
SP
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1476.
Guillo Zuniga
RP
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1487.
Brett de Geus
RP
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1500.
Michael Mercado
RP
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1521.
Seth Johnson
SP
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1593.
Cal Stevenson
CF
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