Rhys Hoskins

Hoskins' stock was down heading into the 2020 season, after he batted just .229 and continued his three-year trend of declining in almost every noticeable category. But he was slashing .241/.381/.485 before he was hit by a pitch on his hand and struggled to finish the year. Last year, Hoskins slashed .245/.384/.503 and was on a 40-homer, 100-RBI pace, similar numbers to those he put up prior to his 2019 injury. Unfortunately, an elbow injury ended Hoskins' 2020 season early, and he had surgery in early October with a 4-6 month recovery timeframe. Everything looks good for Hoskins as of now, and assuming he has no setbacks as spring training ramps up, he should make a fine starting first baseman in mixed leagues.

Rhys Hoskins (elbow) medically cleared to play

Phillies 1B Rhys Hoskins (elbow) has been medically cleared to play and expects to be ready by Opening Day.

Fantasy Impact

Hoskins underwent Tommy John surgery in October and after rehabbing during the offseason was medically cleared to play on Monday. He’s expected to be ready by Opening Day. Hoskins slashed .245/.384/.503 with 10 home runs, 26 RBI, 35 runs scored and one stolen base across 185 plate appearances in 2020. The 27-year-old is currently 15th among all first baseman in the latest expert consensus draft rankings.