Fantasy Baseball Player Notes

2020 Fantasy Baseball Draft Notes

Position

Team

Justin Verlander Note
	4. Justin Verlander SP Verlander had groin surgery which will sideline him for several weeks. But given the postponement of the season, it seems unlikely to threaten Verlander's availability for Opening Day, whenever that may be. Although surgery is never a good sign, in the end, it's better for Verlander that he could get this out of the way now rather than have it linger. For now, keep him high on your draft boards. 17 weeks ago

Zack Greinke Note
	18. Zack Greinke SP Greinke didn't see the patented Astros bump after a mid-season trade, as his overall numbers actually declined a bit after his move from the Diamondbacks. His ERA and WHIP remain outstanding, but his strikeout rate continues to decline, such that it now actively does not help fantasy owners. Still, he's nearly a lock for 200 innings, plenty of wins, and solid peripherals, making him a fine addition to any fantasy staff. But with his advancing age, don't bank on him necessarily being a top-20 pitcher. 17 weeks ago

Roberto Osuna Note
	26. Roberto Osuna RP Osuna may not be quite the pitcher he was in his absolute prime, but he's not far off. He has yet to have a season in the majors with a WHIP above 1.00, and his strikeout rate has rebounded to above-average, if not elite, levels. He has immense job security on an excellent team and should once again provide all the numbers you could want from a closer. Draft him with confidence. 17 weeks ago

Lance McCullers Jr. Note
	61. Lance McCullers Jr. SP McCullers missed all of 2019 after undergoing Tommy John surgery but he should be ready to go this year. His devastating curveball keeps hitters off balance, and his ability to mix pitches is elite. There's risk from the injury and he may be rusty, but McCullers offers rare upside. He'll likely be on an innings limit this year, but that shouldn't come into play with the postponement of the season. 17 weeks ago

Jose Urquidy Note
	90. Jose Urquidy SP Urquidy seemingly has the fourth starter's role locked down, and he offers and intriguing pitch mix, with an above-average fastball and changeup, with a decent slider.It's unlikely that the soon to be 25-year-old will develop into a consistent fantasy starter given his inconsistency, but he certainly has enough upside, as he showed in the playoffs, to warrant rostering in all fantasy leagues. 17 weeks ago

Ryan Pressly Note
	105. Ryan Pressly RP Pressly has developed into one of the best relievers in baseball. His strikeout rate is pristine, he rarely walks batters, and he limits the damage as well as any pitcher. He won't see saves absent an injury to Roberto Osuna, but his number make him worth owning regardless. 17 weeks ago

Josh James Note
	107. Josh James RP

Forrest Whitley Note
	183. Forrest Whitley SP

Brad Peacock Note
	201. Brad Peacock SP

Framber Valdez Note
	224. Framber Valdez SP,RP

Bryan Abreu Note
	261. Bryan Abreu RP

Chris Devenski Note
	278. Chris Devenski RP

Rogelio Armenteros Note
	322. Rogelio Armenteros RP

Austin Pruitt Note
	323. Austin Pruitt RP

Joe Smith Note
	358. Joe Smith RP

Hector Velazquez Note
	369. Hector Velazquez SP,RP

Cristian Javier Note
	384. Cristian Javier SP

Brandon Bailey Note
	464. Brandon Bailey RP

Blake Taylor Note
	478. Blake Taylor SP

Brandon Bielak Note
	504. Brandon Bielak SP

Cionel Perez Note
	514. Cionel Perez RP

Joe Biagini Note
	588. Joe Biagini RP

Kent Emanuel Note
	626. Kent Emanuel RP

Cy Sneed Note
	646. Cy Sneed RP

Jon Edwards Note
	822. Jon Edwards RP

Chase De Jong Note
	867. Chase De Jong RP

Tyler Ivey Note
	868. Tyler Ivey SP