| 1 |
Mike Trout (LAA - CF) | 1.0 |
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You can take out any of Trout's five full seasons and line them up with any all-time great's standard season and wouldn't notice much of a difference. He is well on his way to being one of the greatest players ever and there is no excuse to pass on him at 1.1. |
| 2 |
Mookie Betts (BOS - RF) | 2.0 |
‐ |
Mookie has seen steady offensive progression each season in the bigs. Last year, it took him to 31 homers and 26 stolen bases with a near .320 BA and a load of both RBIs and runs. If he can repeat that, we may very well be looking at the best fantasy player. If he continues to grow, well then, wow! |
| 3 |
Jose Altuve (HOU - 2B) | 3.0 |
‐ |
Altuve flirted with batting .360 or higher this season before going on a bit of a slump, so we know the potential for that type of season is there. Although his power has gone up from 7 to 15 to 24 HRs in the past three seasons, his steals have slipped from 56 to 38 to 30 in the same time. |
| 4 |
Josh Donaldson (TOR - 3B) DL10 | 5.0 |
+1.0 |
Since moving to the Blue Jays, Donldson has produced two superb offensive campaigns. Take note, however, that he saw a drop in HRs, batting average and a significant drop in RBIs last season now that he is on the wrong side of 30 so be weary of further drops, but we certainly know the upside too. |
| 5 |
Manny Machado (BAL - 3B,SS) | 4.0 |
-1.0 |
The five-year veteran is still just 24 years old, so believe it or not, we could still see another level or two from him. That becomes almost unbelievable when you consider that he is shortstop eligible with the potential to hit 40 homers and seal 20 bases while batting .300. |
| 6 |
Miguel Cabrera (DET - 1B) | 6.0 |
‐ |
It was beginning to look like Miggy's power numbers were never going to bounce back up after consecutive 25 and 18 hokmer seasons, but last year he popped back up to 38. He is now 34 years old, but still seems like a lock for 30+ homers and a .310 to .350 batting average. |
| 7 |
Carlos Correa (HOU - SS) | 7.0 |
‐ |
Correa came out blazing as a 20-year-old his rookie season, but took a big step back in his sophomore campaign. With that being said, batting .274 with 20 bombs and 13 stolen bases at shortstop as a 21-year-old is extremely impressive and to think he should rebound well has to have fantasy owners excited. |
| 8 |
Chris Sale (BOS - SP) | 8.0 |
‐ |
2016 was another dominant year for Boston's new ace, but even more concerning than the tough new division and ballpark is that Sale took a significant step backwards in his K-rate and overall metrics. That doesn't just mean less K's and likely ERA, wins, it means an elevated injury risk. |
| 9 |
Edwin Encarnacion (CLE - 1B,DH) | 11.0 |
+2.0 |
There has been no power hitter in baseball more consistent than EE over the past five seasons. He has at least 34 homers and 98 RBIs in every season during that stretch and while he should take a minor step backwards in his move to Cleveland, he can be trusted to produce in a big way once again this season. |
| 10 |
Corey Kluber (CLE - SP) DL10 | 9.0 |
-1.0 |
It's easy to remember than Kluber was really struggling last season and chalk it up to the inevitable regression after a breakout, but look closer and you'll see the underlying stats showing he was the best pitcher in the AL once again. Now that he has an improved lineup and perhaps the best bullpen in baseball, you can pencil him in for 15+ wins too. |
| 11 |
Robinson Cano (SEA - 2B) | 13.0 |
+2.0 |
After six straight seasons with a .302 to .319 batting average and less than 100 strikeouts, Cano has dipped below .300 with over 100 K's now two consecutive years. It is clear that as he ages, his skills are diminishing, but he did manage to knock 39 homers last year so he can still provide huge value as a second basemen. |
| 12 |
Nelson Cruz (SEA - RF,DH) | 16.0 |
+4.0 |
Three straight years with 40 or more homers to go along with a useful batting average each season would typically warrant a lofty draft pick, but seeing that Cruz is now 36 years old, there is some negative regression anticipated. Don't hesitate to cash in on the hesitation of others. |
| 13 |
Francisco Lindor (CLE - SS) | 10.0 |
-3.0 |
Batting .300 isn't an easy task these days, but Lindor managed to pull it off in both of his first two MLB seasons and at a premium position. Add in the fact that his homers increased to 15 while his steals jumped to 19 and you have to wonder just how much better he will get in his age 23 season. |
| 14 |
Xander Bogaerts (BOS - SS) | 12.0 |
-2.0 |
Xander was unbelievable for most of the season before finishing in a major slump with a .294 batting average on the year. We can expect the batting average to see positive regression, and now that he is filling into his body, we might see the homers jump up once again from the 21 we saw in 2016. |
| 15 |
George Springer (HOU - CF,RF) | 15.0 |
‐ |
Although Springer has been around for just three years, he is already 27 years old so he may have already arrived at his ceiling. With that being said, near 30 homers with 10 stolen bases is a very fine player, and when you add in his durability, he seems like a safe bet to produce for your fantasy team. |
| 16 |
Brian Dozier (MIN - 2B) | 14.0 |
-2.0 |
If you spread Dozier's second-half out over a full season, he would have hit 63 homers with 25 stolen bases. Now, we shouldn't expect that or anything close to it, but it isn't crazy to think he could improve on his 42 bombs from last season based on the momentum he had at the close of the year. |
| 17 |
Jose Abreu (CWS - 1B) | 21.0 |
+4.0 |
Last year marks the second straight season that he took a step backwards in homers, but take a look at his splits and you'll see plenty of reason to be optimistic for a big bounce-back since he finished the season with an .898 OPS in the second half. Granted, his RBIs might drop under 100 for the first time in his career, but the downward trend should disappear. |
| 18 |
Rougned Odor (TEX - 2B) | 19.0 |
+1.0 |
Based on what we saw out of Odor in the minor leagues, it should be no surprise that this 5'11" middle infielder was able to hit 33 homers. What is surprising is that he was able to accomplish it at such a young age. You've got to wonder if he can take it to another level as a 23-year-old this season. The fact that we could be looking at a 40 HR, 20 SB middle infielder has to have you salivating. With that said, his BABIP suggests some negative regression so perhaps we should temper our expectations a little. |
| 19 |
Yu Darvish (TEX - SP) | 18.0 |
-1.0 |
As good as Clayton Kershaw was, he struck out 11.5 batters per 9 innings less than Darvish and that was before Darvish was entirely recovered from TJ surgery. We should expect even better results this season now that his body is back to normal, and perhaps an AL Cy Young award on the way. |
| 20 |
Justin Verlander (DET - SP) | 17.0 |
-3.0 |
Despite being 33 years old last season, Verlander was every bit as good as his 'prime years', striking out 10 batters per nine innings while leading the league in WHIP with over 225 innings. There is no reason to expect the workhorse to see much regression, as he has prove he can handle the load. |
| 21 |
Kyle Seager (SEA - 3B) | 20.0 |
-1.0 |
The older Seager brother is making a name for himself as one of the more consistent players in baseball. Last season, he managed to take another step forward, mashing 30 homers with a .278 batting average. While he may not repeat those numbers, he is a strong bet to produce at last 90% of that performance in 2017. |
| 22 |
Hanley Ramirez (BOS - 1B,DH) | 36.0 |
+14.0 |
After moving to first base in order to give his legs a break, the Red Sox 32-year-old put together one of the best seasons in his career. What's more is that as the season went on, his numbers continued to improve so it is entirely possible he builds on that for an even better season in 2017. |
| 23 |
Justin Upton (DET - LF,CF) | 37.0 |
+14.0 |
There has never been a question about Upton's upside, but time is starting to run out for him to realize it. What a lot of people don't realize is that Upton took that step in the second-half last season and might be able to continue that momentum into a breakout season in 2017. |
| 24 |
Chris Archer (TB - SP) | 22.0 |
-2.0 |
Please do not be the fantasy owner who looks at his stat line, sees 19 losses and labels him an 'avoid at all costs'. Rather, look at the underlying metrics, especially his second-half splits, and you can be confident the wins will come along with his dominating performances. |
| 25 |
Chris Davis (BAL - 1B) | 33.0 |
+8.0 |
Davis saw his batting average drop 40 points and homers plummet 9 in the course of a season so it is fair to assume some positive regression. He has only missed 7 games in the previous two seasons so he is a good bet to stay on the field and produce huge numbers once again. |
| 26 |
Adrian Beltre (TEX - 3B) DL10 | 28.0 |
+2.0 |
Beltre is by no means a sexy fantasy player, but there is something to be said about consistency and he is the definition of the term. With that said, he is now 38 years old and eventually has to take a step backwards so perhaps he can't be trusted to keep producing at this rate. |
| 27 |
Ian Kinsler (DET - 2B) DTD | 29.0 |
+2.0 |
It isn't common for a 34-year-old to hit 28 homers with 14 stolen bases and a .288 BA, especially as a middle infielder, but that's exactly what Kinsler pulled off last year in a major bounce-back. It is unlikely he will repeat that type of clip, but seeing that he is one of the most durable players in baseball, he does carry a nice high floor. |
| 28 |
Carlos Carrasco (CLE - SP) DTD | 25.0 |
-3.0 |
Over his last 70 starts, Carlos has been among the best pitchers in baseball. The issue is that he hasn't eclipsed 185 innings during that time and those durability issues won't just disappear during the off-season. He has the upside to win a Cy Young, but is likely to disappoint if you expect just that out of him. |
| 29 |
Mark Trumbo (BAL - RF,DH) | 32.0 |
+3.0 |
Like most Orioles' hitters, Trumbo saw a major uptick in homers upon his arrival to the hitter's haven. 47 was by far a career high so you might think regression is due, but he is the prime age for power hitters and in a tremendous ballpark so think again. |
| 30 |
Jean Segura (SEA - 2B,SS) | 26.0 |
-4.0 |
After swimming in mediocrity for years, Segura finally realized his potential after changing teams in 2016. He finished the year as a top 15 fantasy asset thanks to 20 HR, 33 SB and a .319 BA. While we should see some regression with the ballpark change, it isn't enough to warrant such a significant drop in draft value. |
| 31 |
J.D. Martinez (DET - RF) | 31.0 |
‐ |
Martinez will begin the season on the DL for 3 or 4 weeks, but over the past three seasons, Martinez is batting .299 and averaging 33 homers per 162 games played. Seeing that he is still in the prime years of a hitter's career, we should expect the same out of him, it is only a matter of whether or not he can stay healthy this year. |
| 32 |
Gary Sanchez (NYY - C) | 24.0 |
-8.0 |
At bat for at bat, Sanchez was one of the top hitters in baseball last season. Before being called up, however, he was merely mediocre in the minor leagues. While he may have actually taken a big step forward, it is safe to assume significant regression in 2017. Keep in mind, he batted just .222 in September. |
| 33 |
Aroldis Chapman (NYY - RP) DL10 | 23.0 |
-10.0 |
Unless Chapman were to get hurt, it is a virtual certainty that he will strikeout over 100 hitters and save 30+ games with a minuscule ERA and WHIP. The only question is whether the Yankees afford him enough save opportunities to be the top fantasy closer. |
| 34 |
Khris Davis (OAK - LF,DH) | 46.0 |
+12.0 |
The A's masher posted near identical ratio numbers between 2015 and 2016. The only difference, was that he played an extra 30 games, resulting in 15 more homers. If he can stay on the field again, you should expect another 35+ bombs. |
| 35 |
Adam Jones (BAL - CF) | 40.0 |
+5.0 |
Jones doesn't steal bases anymore, but last season was the sixth straight time he knocked over 25 homers. He has been very durable and can be trusted see a bounce-back in batting average this season. |
| 36 |
Todd Frazier (CWS - 1B,3B) | 35.0 |
-1.0 |
The White Sox slugger swatted 40 homers last season to go with 15 stolen bases. While his batting average was a career low, it was primarily BABIP driven so we should see positive regression on that front. With all that being said, if he is traded to a pitcher's park, the power numbers would take a hit. |
| 37 |
Masahiro Tanaka (NYY - SP) | 34.0 |
-3.0 |
Tanaka has a knack for getting hitters out without she strikeout, but because he is unlikely to surpass 180 Ks, his upside is limited. In fact, wins and ERA regression are both expected based on underlying metrics so enter your drafts knowing his limits and expectations. |
| 38 |
Zach Britton (BAL - RP) DL10 | 27.0 |
-11.0 |
While Britton has sported obscene ERAs the past three seasons and especially last season, he is likely to see some regression in that area and his K's set him far back from the two elite closers. |
| 39 |
Eric Hosmer (KC - 1B) | 50.0 |
+11.0 |
Hosmer is as durable as players come and still well within the prime years of a hitters career. What's more is that his .266 batting average is due for plenty of positive regression and his exit velocities suggest an even further improvement in his power game is coming. |
| 40 |
Jonathan Lucroy (TEX - C,1B) | 30.0 |
-10.0 |
The knock on Lucroy in the past has been that he isn't as durable as Posey, and that may be true, but his upside is 25 homers with a .300 batting average so he shouldn't be drafted much later, if at all. |
| 41 |
Jose Bautista (TOR - RF,DH) | 41.0 |
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It may seem as though Bautista took a significant step backwards last season, but the primary difference were playing time and BABIP driven luck. If he can stay on the field this year, we might see a return to 40 homers and a .250 BA. |
| 42 |
Carlos Santana (CLE - 1B,DH) | 52.0 |
+10.0 |
Santana is consistently among the top hitters in walks so he should continue to score loads of runs to go along with his newfound power stroke. Additionally, he has gotten at least 600 PA in all 6 full seasons of his career so he comes with little risk. |
| 43 |
Evan Longoria (TB - 3B) | 43.0 |
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Although Longoria has been around for a while, he is by no means done being a big-time fantasy asset. Last season may have been the best of his career with 36 homers, so perhaps he takes another step forward in 2017. |
| 44 |
Alex Bregman (HOU - 3B) | 39.0 |
-5.0 |
When Bregman was called up last season, some considered him the top overall prospect in baseball. His hit tool has received comparisons to Dustin Pedroia, but he shows more power. Whether he realizes most, some or any of that potential this season is up in the air, but the upside may justify absorbing the risk. |
| 45 |
Cole Hamels (TEX - SP) DL10 | 38.0 |
-7.0 |
Easily the most valueable thing about Hamels is that he has rattled off at least 30 starts in nine straight seasons and has a sub 3.30 ERA during that time. Being able to expect that from your #2 fantasy pitcher is a huge deal, even if he likely has a limited ceiling. |
| 46 |
Jose Quintana (CWS - SP) | 48.0 |
+2.0 |
Despite moving Sale, the White Sox still have an ace in Quintana, who consistently throws 200+ innings with a sub 3.50 ERA. Last year was his best season yet so he is still trending upwards, as well. Eventually, the wins will catch up to his strong underlying numbers. |
| 47 |
David Price (BOS - SP) DL10 | 51.0 |
+4.0 |
Two years ago, Price had his best season of a terrific career, then he landed the big contract and blew up for his worst season since his 2009 rookie year. Not only were the strikeouts way down, but he gave up a league leading 227 hits. A bounce back in likely, but temper your expectations. |
| 48 |
Edwin Diaz (SEA - RP) | 42.0 |
-6.0 |
If you are looking for the next Kenley Jansen, look no further. Diaz is likely to strike out near 110 batters this inning as a 23 year old with impeccable command and a stellar ERA. If he can get enough save opportunities with Seattle, he might end up the top closer in baseball. |
| 49 |
Albert Pujols (LAA - 1B,DH) DTD | 65.0 |
+16.0 |
You may think of Pujols as a risky injury prone player, but the fact of the matter is that he has played over 150 games in each of the past three years. He played really well at the close of the season so perhaps that will carry into another 40 homer season with a .260+ BA in 2017. |
| 50 |
Lorenzo Cain (KC - CF,RF) | 68.0 |
+18.0 |
Last season, Cain took a 20 point drop to his batting average thanks to an increased k-rate, but his season was also injury riddled so perhaps a fresh Cain can return to 15 homers, 25 stolen bases and a .300 batting average once again this year. |
| 51 |
Roberto Osuna (TOR - RP) | 47.0 |
-4.0 |
Osuna took the fantasy world by storm as a 20 year old rookie in 2015 then repeated with very similar numbers. You may think he has another gear yet to be discovered, but most scouts believe he has already reached his ceiling so don't expect 90+ strikeouts or anything absurd like Betances' 130+. |
| 52 |
Craig Kimbrel (BOS - RP) | 44.0 |
-8.0 |
No more are the days where Kimbrel strikes out 16 hitters per nine innings or keeps a WHIP below 0.9, in fact, his BB-rate was significantly higher last season. Be careful to not get ahead of yourself, drafting based on who he has been. |
| 53 |
Danny Salazar (CLE - SP) | 60.0 |
+7.0 |
Salazar is in the prime of his career at 27 years old and was in the driver's seat for the Cy Young award before a mild injury set him back. That should add up to much more than the 20th highest ranked pitcher, but your league-mates' miss can lead to your success. Nab this extreme upside if he falls, but also beware of the injury risk. |
| 54 |
Rick Porcello (BOS - SP) | 45.0 |
-9.0 |
Porcello's 22 wins and superb ERA were constructs of the luckiest MLB season in regards to underlying metrics. His expected ERA based on every deep number suggest he was outside the top 25 pitchers in baseball, let alone the top pitcher in the AL. Significant regression should be expected and factored into his draft stock. |
| 55 |
Jackie Bradley (BOS - CF) | 61.0 |
+6.0 |
Apparently JBJ had a huge breakout year last season. You wouldn't know it if you looked at his year to year numbers from 2015 to 2016. Sure, he had that hot streak, but the only real difference was playing time. He has always been this player so expect more of the same. |
| 56 |
Danny Duffy (KC - SP,RP) | 49.0 |
-7.0 |
The Royals' lefty ace took a big leap forward last year by posting 188 Ks in just 179 innings. Seeing that he should see a full season in the rotation, 220 Ks and 15 wins with a strong ERA and WHIP is not out of the question. The fact that he qualifies at RP is just a cherry on top. |
| 57 |
Dustin Pedroia (BOS - 2B) | 57.0 |
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Pedroia was finally able to stay on the field this season after two injury ridden seasons. What we saw was the same old player who hits over .300 with enough power to be serviceable. With that said, he is now 33 years old so his ceiling is more limited than a guy like Javy Baez, but the floor is quite nice. |
| 58 |
Andrew Benintendi (BOS - LF,CF) | 59.0 |
+1.0 |
Benintendi is already a very fine MLB player, but that doesn't always translate well to fantasy baseball. Eventually, he should be a .290 hitter with 20 homers and 15 stolen bases, but this season, expect loads of doubles and walks, which should lead to plenty of runs, but doesn't warrant a 12th round pick. |
| 59 |
Kenneth Giles (HOU - RP) | 54.0 |
-5.0 |
You may be looking at his career stat line and wondering what in the world happened last year. Yes, the ERA dropped from 1.80 to 4.11, but don't be alarmed, the peripheral stats were actually better! He went from 11.2 K/9 all the way up to 14.0 He just might strike out 120 hitters this season and the ERA will come back down to earth. |
| 60 |
Aaron Sanchez (TOR - SP) DL10 | 58.0 |
-2.0 |
It is easy to look at his 19-2 record with a 3.00 ERA and assume he will again be a top 10 pitcher in baseball, especially considering his age, but his xFIP makes it clear that both his record and ERA are due for major regression this season. He is being drafted in the 11th round, but should prove unworthy of a pick that early. |
| 61 |
Jose Ramirez (CLE - 2B,3B,LF) | 55.0 |
-6.0 |
Jose Ramirez surprised a lot of people last season, and many expected regression at some point, but he just kept producing. His exit velos suggest it will stay in place but past production tells another story. |
| 62 |
Kelvin Herrera (KC - RP) | 53.0 |
-9.0 |
The Royals new closer has been excellent over the past three seasons, but last year he was actually much better, striking out 10.8 K/9 with a sub 1.00 WHIP for the first time in his career. Now that the job is all his, he should surge up the rankings this season. |
| 63 |
Miguel Sano (MIN - 3B,RF,DH) | 67.0 |
+4.0 |
You might be tempted to look at Sano's stats as a 23-year-old and imagine he has hit his ceiling, but he might just add 20 homers to last year's stat-line if he can stay on the field. Also, the average is due for positive regression based on underlying data so draft him with confidence. |
| 64 |
Kendrys Morales (TOR - 1B,RF,DH) | 76.0 |
+12.0 |
While Morales is 34 years old now, and hasn't been a consistent third tier first basemen, he was easily in that tier each of the last two seasons with 52 homers and 199 RBIs. Seeing that he is moving from KC to the hitter's haven in Toronto, it wouldn't be surprising if he hits for even more power without hurting your batting average. |
| 65 |
Dallas Keuchel (HOU - SP) DL10 | 69.0 |
+4.0 |
2015's Cy Young winner saw a significant increase in his hits allowed rate, walk rate and home run rate with a severe drop in his strikeout rate. It may be intriguing to trying grabbing such a recent Cy Young winner, but the facts that he pitched so poorly and has been dealing with a shoulder injury are both major red flags. |
| 66 |
Michael Fulmer (DET - SP) | 71.0 |
+5.0 |
Fulmer was able to produce a tremendous 3.06 ERA during his rookie campaign, but his strikeouts are lacking so his ceiling is limited. Both the ERA and WHIP are likely to regress based on what underlying metrics are telling us. |
| 67 |
Jason Kipnis (CLE - 2B) | 64.0 |
-3.0 |
Kipnis started his fantasy career with a bang a few years back but has seen his stolen bases drop from 31 to 15 in that time. With that said, his power is finally beginning to emerge last season and projects to continue it into 2017. If you need a 2B in the middle rounds, look no further than this high-floor option. |
| 68 |
Cody Allen (CLE - RP) | 56.0 |
-12.0 |
Cody Allen has quietly been one of the top closers in baseball over the past three years, with 91, 99 and 87 Ks in those seasons with a sub 3.00 ERA in each. The only reason he isn't commonly recognized as such is because of save opportunities, which should see positive regression this season. |
| 69 |
Marcus Stroman (TOR - SP) | 70.0 |
+1.0 |
We all continue to hear that Stroman is oozing with potential and bound to take the league by storm, but nothing among his 7.3 K/9, 9.2 H/9 or any other metric suggest he is destined to take a big leap forward any time soon. |
| 70 |
Andrew Miller (CLE - RP) | 62.0 |
-8.0 |
Miller is unlikely to save more than the dozen games he secured last year, but his innings could increase beyond 80, which would give us above 130 Ks to go along with a dynamite ERA and WHIP, making him a surefire top 10 reliever yet again. |
| 71 |
Felix Hernandez (SEA - SP) DL10 | 63.0 |
-8.0 |
Although it was just two years ago, King Felix is far separated from the days of posting huge strikeout rates with a league leading WHIP and sub 2.30 ERA. If you draft him, that is not the pitcher you are getting. Rather, expect lots of innings with a 3.50+ ERA and much lower K-rates. |
| 72 |
Kole Calhoun (LAA - RF) | 83.0 |
+11.0 |
There is nothing exciting fantasy wise about Anaheim's right fielder, but he is consistent, durable and ranked much higher by the expert consensus than his ADP. If you need a 4th outfielder, he could do the trick. |
| 73 |
Lance McCullers (HOU - SP) | 77.0 |
+4.0 |
Despite being just 23 years old, the Astros' true ace, McCullers, is averaging over 10 K/9 in his short career. The only other pitchers to accomplish that during the same time frame are all perennial Cy Young contenders. His ceiling is elite and he hasn't even scratched the surface of his potential. |
| 74 |
Troy Tulowitzki (TOR - SS) DL10 | 73.0 |
-1.0 |
Tulowitzki is injury prone and now 32 years old, but he is just two years removed from batting .340 with a 1.035 OPS. Granted, he did it in Coors, but Toronto's ballpark is a hitter's haven as well. If he can stay on the field, he will be a steal in the middle rounds of drafts. |
| 75 |
Kevin Gausman (BAL - SP) | 74.0 |
-1.0 |
Don't be the guy who looks at his 453 IP and writes Gausman off for just having 23 wins. His deeper stats, especially in the second-half last year, when his K-rate soared and his OPS allowed dropped 60 points, tell us that the wins are well on the way. |
| 76 |
Salvador Perez (KC - C) | 79.0 |
+3.0 |
Perez has become one of the most consistent catchers in baseball. While his ceiling is limited to what he has been, fantasy owners can expect 20 homers and positive regression from his luck-driven .247 batting average last season. |
| 77 |
David Robertson (CWS - RP) | 75.0 |
-2.0 |
Over the past three seasons, there has been a clear downward trend with Robertson with a rising BAA and a plummeting K/9 rate. With that being said, he was so great when the trend began that he is still a very impressive closer who is stuck in a bad situation for save opportunities. |
| 78 |
Alexander Colome (TB - RP) | 66.0 |
-12.0 |
Colome was initially supposed to be a starting pitcher last season, but when Boxberger went down, Colome was thrown into the role and really excelled with 11.3 K/9, a stellar 1.91 ERA and a 1.02 WHIP. If he can hang onto the job over Boxberger, there is no reason why he shouldn't be great once again. |
| 79 |
Victor Martinez (DET - 1B,DH) | 100.0 |
+21.0 |
Martinez may be 38 years old now, but don't forget that he is just two years separated from batting .335 to close a five year stretch of batting at least .300. What's more is that he has played at least 145 games in 4 of the previous 5 seasons despite the old age so he seems like a safe bet once again this season. |
| 80 |
Evan Gattis (HOU - C,DH) | 72.0 |
-8.0 |
Gattis is going to have a tough time getting in the loaded Astros' lineup every day this season, but when he plays, his bat is superb. He should knock another 25-35 homers this season and with the improved lineup, could work his way up to 90 RBIs in 2017.; |
| 81 |
James Paxton (SEA - SP) DL10 | 82.0 |
+1.0 |
If James Paxton could stay on the mound, the Mariners might have a nice piece for their rotation, but in three seasons he has only been able to compile 260 innings. His WHIP has been fairly high all along and the K's not enough to off-set all the concerns so it is best to avoid him unless he falls late into your drafts. |
| 82 |
Carlos Gomez (TEX - LF,CF,RF) DL10 | 99.0 |
+17.0 |
A few seasons ago, Gomez was a .280 hitter with 20+ homers and 30+ steals, but he has struggled quite a bit the previous two seasons. The end of 2016 was a bright spot, however, as he posted a .905 OPS after being traded to Texas. |
| 83 |
Byron Buxton (MIN - CF) | 86.0 |
+3.0 |
One of the most polarizing players in the draft is Buxton, who was a former top overall prospect. He could swat 20 homers and steal 60 bags this season, or he could lose his job and be sent back down to the minors for more development. The former is more likely, seeing that he was excellent to close the 2016 season. |
| 84 |
Elvis Andrus (TEX - SS) | 80.0 |
-4.0 |
Andrus did manage to hit .300 with 24 stolen bases last season, but he never produces homers or RBI and should see some negative regression back to his norm in batting average this season. What can be said for Andrus is that he always stays on the field so you can rely on him. |
| 85 |
Francisco Rodriguez (DET - RP) | 78.0 |
-7.0 |
Although K-Rod is now 35 years old, he still holds the closer job in Detroit, however, because of the age, his k-rate has plummeted where he is now striking out just 40% of the hitters some of the elite closers are, with a significantly worse ERA and WHIP. Don't buy him just because he has a ton of saves the past three years, those opportunities are fickle and no guarantee to carry over from season to season. |
| 86 |
Jonathan Schoop (BAL - 2B) | 89.0 |
+3.0 |
Schoop has always been a source of power from the middle infield when he plays, and last year we saw that with 25 homers in 162 games. While he won't help you with steals, his bat is enough to warrant a mid-round pick. |
| 87 |
Matt Shoemaker (LAA - SP) | 97.0 |
+10.0 |
In May and June last season, Shoemaker was beginning to look like one of the best starting pitchers in baseball. His rest of the season suggest that was a fluke, but knowing the talent to dominate is within him needs to be written on the back of your mind. |
| 88 |
Michael Brantley (CLE - LF) | 84.0 |
-4.0 |
If Brantley can stay on the field, he might just end up back in the MVP conversation. The problem is, his shoulder injury has derailed many careers so he is a significant risk, albeit a high-upside one. |
| 89 |
Russell Martin (TOR - C) | 92.0 |
+3.0 |
Gone are the days where Martin will hit anywhere close to .290, but he is a good bet to swat 15 or more homers with 60 RBIs once again and has been consistent in securing 400 at bats each season so he is a safe middle round investment in a tough position. |
| 90 |
Dellin Betances (NYY - RP) | 87.0 |
-3.0 |
Betances took a big step back last season, which is hilarious because he was still among the best relievers in baseball. With at least 125 Ks each of the previous three seasons, he should be regarded as a top 10 reliever regardless of the minimal save projections. |
| 91 |
Nomar Mazara (TEX - LF,RF) | 112.0 |
+21.0 |
Mazara exploded onto the scene last year despite being one of the youngest rookies in the league. He cooled off due to the strenuous 162 game season, but has all the upside in the world to bat .280 with 35 homers some day. |
| 92 |
Sean Manaea (OAK - SP) | 90.0 |
-2.0 |
In his rookie season, Manaea tarted off looking like a mediocre pitcher, but took a few big steps forward in the second half. His first half WHIP was 1.39, while his second half dropped all the way to 1.02. Likewise, his ERA plummeted and k-rate increased. If he can carry that momentum into the season, he will be well worth a mid-round pick. |
| 93 |
Brad Miller (TB - 1B,2B,SS) DL10 | 81.0 |
-12.0 |
Brad Miller went nuts in July and August with 15 homers and a .920 OPS. If he can find a way to stay consistent or hit lefties then he should fly up ECR by this time next year, but those are both big ifs. |
| 94 |
Mike Napoli (TEX - 1B,DH) | 103.0 |
+9.0 |
Napoli was fantastic up until the final month of the season when he batted just .140, dropping his season long BA to .239 which killed some roto teams. With that said, homers don't grow on trees and Napoli mashes them at a nice clip and bare in mind, he has been incredible in his career while playing in Arlington, which he'll get for half of his games this year. |
| 95 |
Carlos Beltran (HOU - LF,RF,DH) | 98.0 |
+3.0 |
In 2014, it seemed as though Beltran's career was practically over, but he revived his career by spending plenty of time at DH and batting over .285 with 48 homers the previous two seasons. Despite him being 40 years old, you can expect more of the same this year. |
| 96 |
Jake Odorizzi (TB - SP) | 91.0 |
-5.0 |
Odorizzi is coming into the prime years of his career and has been making a name for himself as a consistent fantasy asset that will provide a solid ERA and WHIP with enough Ks to be worthy of a mid-round pick. If he is traded before the end of the season, however, that ERA may inflate a bit. |
| 97 |
Brian McCann (HOU - C,DH) DL7 | 94.0 |
-3.0 |
Even though he will be spending quite a bit of time as the DH for the Astros, he is at the stage of his career where we can know he won't eclipse 500 AB. With that said, he is a good bet to knock another 20 homers since he has done it nine straight seasons now, and while his BA will be low, 20 bombs from a catcher is difficult to come by at the position. |
| 98 |
Ryon Healy (OAK - 1B,3B,DH) | 105.0 |
+7.0 |
The A's young 3rd basemen was never a top prospect, thanks to nothing more than mediocre minor league numbers despite being one of the older players in the league. Soething appeared to click last season, as he mashed in the minors then the majors, but don't be so quick to assume that type of production is here to stay. |
| 99 |
Sam Dyson (TEX - RP) | 85.0 |
-14.0 |
Dyson is by no means your typical flame-throwing closer, but he did get the job done last season, saving 38 games. With that being said, there are a few relievers in this bullpen who seem to fit the mold better, so it may be only a matter of time until Keone Kela takes the job for himself. |
| 100 |
J.A. Happ (TOR - SP) DL10 | 88.0 |
-12.0 |
Some may be very tempted by Happ's superb ERA last season, but there are plenty of factors going against him this season, especially the deeper statistics. Take a chance if you insist, but he is a prime candidate for significant regression. |
| 101 |
Devon Travis (TOR - 2B) | 114.0 |
+13.0 |
Travis has deal with a pretty serious injury that could reoccur this season with overuse, but when he is on the field, you can welcome a near .300 BA with enough steals to keep fantasy owners happy. That kind of potential in a middle infielder is difficult to find late in drafts. |
| 102 |
Michael Pineda (NYY - SP) | 93.0 |
-9.0 |
Michael Pineda was far and away the most unlucky pitcher in baseball last season in regards to ERA and wins. His ERA was 67th out of 73 qualified starting pitchers and he won just 6 games, but his xFIP was 3rd which typically warrants 14-17 wins. The wins will come and the ERA will see plenty of positive regression. |
| 103 |
Carlos Rodon (CWS - SP) DL60 | 104.0 |
+1.0 |
This former top 10 prospect has dealt with some control issues to begin his career, but really got his stuff together in the second-half, dropping his OPS against from .812 to .696 with an increased K-rate. If he can keep up that trend, we may be looking at a top 20 fantasy pitcher this season. |
| 104 |
Nick Castellanos (DET - 3B) | 111.0 |
+7.0 |
The former top-20 prospect was expected to breakout for some time, but disappointed year after year. Last season, he was terrific to begin the season, but hit a wall in June then was injured to close out the year. If he can rekindle that fire, he would be well worth a late-draft investment. |
| 105 |
Greg Bird (NYY - 1B) DL10 | 96.0 |
-9.0 |
Bird may have missed the 2016 season, but he was tremendous in his 2015 rookie debut with 11 homers in just 157 at bats. He was a masher throughout his minor league career so it doesn't seem like a fluke, so if he can stay healthy and beat our Chris Carter for at-bats, Bird just might knock 30 bombs this year. |
| 106 |
Marcus Semien (OAK - SS) DL60 | 127.0 |
+21.0 |
Believe it or not, if Semien is still available at the end of your drafts, you can still get a shortstop who might hit 30 bombs with 10 stolen bases. Granted, the batting average dipped down last season, but should pop back up to near .250 which won't hurt you nearly as much as the boost in the other four categories will help. |
| 107 |
Marco Estrada (TOR - SP) | 95.0 |
-12.0 |
Estrada was an all-star for the first time in his career last season and has posted back to back seasons with an ERA under 3.50 thanks to the best BAA in the AL each season, but at 33 years old, you would be wise to be wary of old-man regression. |
| 108 |
Kevin Kiermaier (TB - CF) | 108.0 |
‐ |
Keirmaier has never been anything other than a glove who can get about 20 stolen bases. He is being overdrafted because of the defense so unless he falls, it would be wise to avoid him. |
| 109 |
Mike Moustakas (KC - 3B) | 110.0 |
+1.0 |
Moustakas had a tough beginning to his 2016 campaign before the injury, but don't forget just how good he was in his all-star breakout 2015 season. He batted .284 with 22 HR and 82 RBI. Seeing that he is still just 28, you can bet he returns to similar production this season. |
| 110 |
Drew Pomeranz (BOS - SP) DTD | 123.0 |
+13.0 |
After being traded to the Red Sox, Pomeranz had a steep drop off in virtually every stat, so owners are going to be quite low on him this season, but he is still coming into the prime of his career and is coming off a terrific 170 combined innings from last season so make of that what you will. |
| 111 |
Tim Anderson (CWS - SS) | 107.0 |
-4.0 |
Two years ago, Tim Anderson batted .312 with 49 stolen bases in just 125 games. Granted, it was in the minor leagues, but that is the type of player he may eventually become in the big leagues. Whether it is 2017 or sometime down the road is still to be determined. |
| 112 |
Garrett Richards (LAA - SP) DL60 | 109.0 |
-3.0 |
Richards opted away from surgery so there remains a threat for re-injury, but if he can stay on the field, he is a special pitcher. He doesn't miss a ton of bats, but no one gets solid contact on him so the ERA is likely to be terrific and he is a candidate to win plenty of games. |
| 113 |
Melky Cabrera (CWS - LF) | 117.0 |
+4.0 |
Need batting average late? Look no further than Melky, who is still just 32, believe it or not, and has a BA well over .300 the past six seasons. He should knock double-digit homers as well and score his fair share of runs. |
| 114 |
Rajai Davis (OAK - LF,CF) | 118.0 |
+4.0 |
Need steals late? The 36-year-old World Series hero led the league with 43 of them last season. Granted, his BA was crummy and he doesn't have power, but it is tough to turn away a steals champion. |
| 115 |
Jacoby Ellsbury (NYY - CF) | 115.0 |
‐ |
Jacoby isn't going to hit double-digit homers and he won't steal 40 bases anymore, but 20 should be expected and a solid batting average to boot. Getting those two categories at the end of drafts is difficult to come by. |
| 116 |
Welington Castillo (BAL - C) | 106.0 |
-10.0 |
Castillo hasn't made his way into the lineup enough to be a true starting catcher in fantasy baseball, but if he can find his way into 500 PA, we could be talking about a catcher who hits 20 homers and drives in 75 runs without killing your team's batting average. |
| 117 |
Starlin Castro (NYY - 2B) | 121.0 |
+4.0 |
Don't be quick to forget that this middle infielder has a .280 career batting average and is still just 27 years old. Nor should you ignore the big power boost to 21 homers in his move to the hitter-friendly Yankee stadium last season. |
| 118 |
Drew Smyly (SEA - SP) DL60 | 102.0 |
-16.0 |
There is little to like about Smyly outside of a luck-driven ERA for three half-seasons before last year's disastrous 4.88 ERA. The strikeouts went backwards and he is unlikely to win enough games to be a useful fantasy contributor in leagues this season. |
| 119 |
Hisashi Iwakuma (SEA - SP) DL10 | 131.0 |
+12.0 |
Iwakuma saw a major spike from 8.1 to 9.9 H/9 last season with his age 35 season. While his career ERA is still 3.39, he will more than likely sit above 4.00 this season with limited strikeout numbers. The wins are likely to fall in place with that ERA jump so be careful here. |
| 120 |
Matt Holliday (NYY - 1B,LF,DH) | 122.0 |
+2.0 |
While Holliday's power came back to 20 homers in less than 400 at bats, it has to be noted that he has missed 140 games over the past two years and has been seeing his batting average steadily dip. If he can stay on the field, he will help fantasy teams, but that's a big if. |
| 121 |
Sonny Gray (OAK - SP) | 119.0 |
-2.0 |
Gray will be one of the most polarizing pitchers this season thanks to a drop in ERA from 2.73 to 5.69 and in WHIP from 1.082 to 1.496 in just one season. He unquestionably has Cy Young potential, but could blow up your fantasy rotation in a repeat performance from 2016. |
| 122 |
C.J. Cron (LAA - 1B) MiLB | 136.0 |
+14.0 |
If Cron can get himself 500 at bats, it's clear that he has the ability to hit 25 homers with 90 RBIs while batting near .280. It isn't easy to find that type of production out of a late round pick so target him if you need a utility player late. |
| 123 |
Max Kepler (MIN - RF,CF) | 130.0 |
+7.0 |
Kepler surged onto the scene last season, but cooled off towards the end. He could eventually sustain his big month for a full-season, but is still so new to baseball that it shouldn't be expected in 2017. |
| 124 |
Jharel Cotton (OAK - SP) MiLB | 126.0 |
+2.0 |
Last year, Cotton was significantly better than his 4.31 Triple-A ERA indicated. His 1.084 WHIP and 10.3 K/9 were among the top marks in a hitter-friendly league, then he proceeded to allow very few hitters on base in his debut. Cotton is polished and ready to roll for the A's in 2017. |
| 125 |
Cameron Bedrosian (LAA - RP) DL10 | 101.0 |
-24.0 |
It isn't quite clear whether the Angels will give the job to Cam or Huston Street, but you should approach the situation with confidence. In Bedrosian's 40 innings last season, he was one of the most impressive relief pitchers in baseball with 11.4 K/9 and a superb 1.12 ERA. |
| 126 |
Brett Gardner (NYY - LF) | 145.0 |
+19.0 |
|
| 127 |
Blake Snell (TB - SP) MiLB | 139.0 |
+12.0 |
This former top 15 prospect and Minor League Pitcher of the Year, was one of the top strikeout pitchers per inning in the majors last season. His control took a big step backwards, but Snell has proved himself enough that we can expect the WHIP to get into shape enough to help fantasy owners this season with all those strikeouts. |
| 128 |
Corey Dickerson (TB - LF,DH) | 156.0 |
+28.0 |
Dickerson saw a 60 point drop in his batting average, which even for Coors to Tampa is so much that positive regression appears in store. The power stuck, however, and you can expect another 20 plus bombs in 2017 from the 28-yer-old outfielder. |
| 129 |
Stephen Vogt (OAK - C,DH) | 120.0 |
-9.0 |
Vogt has found his way onto the all-star team each of the past two seasons, but the stats haven't been impressive at all. Just 32 homers despite playing more games than most catchers and now he is 32 years old so any progression seems unlikely. |
| 130 |
Jarrod Dyson (SEA - LF,CF,RF) | 113.0 |
-17.0 |
Rumors have it that Dyson will be batting first for a great Seattle offense. That should lead to 80+ runs and we know he can steal 40+ bases with full playing time so he could end up one of the best steals of the draft. |
| 131 |
Yulieski Gurriel (HOU - 1B,3B) | 141.0 |
+10.0 |
Gurriel was one of the best hitters in Cuban history before coming to America. He batted at even .500 with power and only two strikeouts all season! If he can carry over even a fraction of that talent this season, he will be well worth a late-round investment. |
| 132 |
Ryan Madson (OAK - RP) | 116.0 |
-16.0 |
Oakland is presumably going to let him get the first crack at the closer job, but hanging onto it for the entire year is a different story, especially when you consider that none of his statistics were particularly impressive and he is now 36 years old. |
| 133 |
Shin-Soo Choo (TEX - RF,DH) | 165.0 |
+32.0 |
Choo missed most of last season, but has always been a high batting average, high runs producer. Sure, he is getting up there in age and can't be counted on to stay healthy, but if he is healthy, you can bet he will be worth more than a late round pick. |
| 134 |
Collin McHugh (HOU - SP) DL10 | 160.0 |
+26.0 |
McHugh has had his ups and his downs, but unfortunately for his fantasy status, the trend has been consistently down. With that said, there is reason to believe he will be serviceable once again. |
| 135 |
Ian Kennedy (KC - SP) | 124.0 |
-11.0 |
Over the past three seasons, Kennedy has 565 strikeouts, so even though the ERA and wins haven't quite been where you would hope, he can fill the gap as a decent last pitcher on a fantasy roster. |
| 136 |
Josh Reddick (HOU - LF,RF) | 179.0 |
+43.0 |
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| 137 |
Chris Carter (NYY - 1B) | 164.0 |
+27.0 |
If Chris Carter can find his way on the field almost every day, he is a tremendous value in the late rounds of standard leagues. Yes, he might not bat over .200, but this was the NL leader in homers last year and that is an amazing addition in the last rounds of drafts. |
| 138 |
Dylan Bundy (BAL - SP,RP) | 129.0 |
-9.0 |
It was beginning to look like Bundy's career was never going to get going because of all the injury problems. he finally got his opportunity last year, posting a low K-9 and .305 batting BAA in the first-half, but he turned it around quickly in the second half with over a strikeout per inning and a strong .231 BAA. If he continues that progress, he will be a tremendous mid-round value. |
| 139 |
Ervin Santana (MIN - SP) | 144.0 |
+5.0 |
While Santana is unlikely to pick up more than 150 Ks or a dozen wins on the Twins, he had excellent ratios last season and should once again if he is able to stay healthy in 2017. |
| 140 |
Jorge Soler (KC - LF,RF) | 177.0 |
+37.0 |
The former top 5 prospect should finally see full time at bats for the Royals this season. This is an outfielder who posted a .700 slugging percentage in the minors and could surpass 35 homers some day. His batting average won't kill anyone either so the risk appears worth the price. |
| 141 |
Kevin Pillar (TOR - CF) | 142.0 |
+1.0 |
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| 142 |
Mitch Moreland (BOS - 1B) | 187.0 |
+45.0 |
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| 143 |
Leonys Martin (SEA - CF) MiLB | 149.0 |
+6.0 |
There may be no player more overlooked than Leonys Martin this season. Sure, his batting average hurt a bit, but that should see positive regression. His 20 steals and 15 homeruns are repeatable as well. |
| 144 |
Didi Gregorius (NYY - SS) | 132.0 |
-12.0 |
It was a huge surprise when Gregorious knocked 20 homers last season. He still won't steal bases and his batting average is merely mediocre, but that kind of production will do for a late round middle infielder, if only he can repeat his performance. |
| 145 |
Alex Cobb (TB - SP) | 143.0 |
-2.0 |
Alex Cobb has had all kinds of injuries issues over his career and wasn't impressive whatsoever last year in limited innings, but in 2013 and 2014 he posted ERAs under 3.00 with double-digit wins so returning to that type of production is entirely possible. |
| 146 |
Francisco Liriano (TOR - SP) DL10 | 137.0 |
-9.0 |
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| 147 |
Tyson Ross (TEX - SP) DL10 | 150.0 |
+3.0 |
There is a possibility that Ross throws 180+ innings this season, but more than likely, he will miss a chunk of time to start the season and who knows if he will be normal Tyson Ross, or even close at that point. What's more is that he is going from the best park for pitchers to one of the five worst and now sees a DH in every lineup. |
| 148 |
Mitch Haniger (SEA - LF,CF,RF) DL10 | 151.0 |
+3.0 |
The Mariners' rookie was acquired with Jean Segura in the Taijuan Walker deal after dominating Triple-A last season. He has carried that over into Spring Training and is zooming up draft boards. Don't hesitate to grab him late in your drafts. |
| 149 |
Yoan Moncada (CWS - 3B) MiLB | 128.0 |
-21.0 |
The big question for Moncada is when he will be called up. If it is at the all-star break, he might just steal 30 bags in the second-half. If is is before then, well you'd better hope you scoop him up before the next guy does. |
| 150 |
Tyler Skaggs (LAA - SP) DL10 | 169.0 |
+19.0 |
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| 151 |
Tyler Naquin (CLE - CF) MiLB | 186.0 |
+35.0 |
Naquin began his career hotter than any player in MLB history and that's not an exaggeration. He was never a highly regarded prospect so there is plenty of reasonable skepticism, especially after he finished the year slow, but there seems to be upside that is worthy of a late round pick. |
| 152 |
Jason Hammel (KC - SP) | 147.0 |
-5.0 |
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| 153 |
Daniel Norris (DET - SP) | 161.0 |
+8.0 |
The Tigers acquired Norris from the Blue Jays in the David Price deal a few years back and have been disappointed at how slowly Norris has developed. With that being said, he has top-notch stuff and could emerge into a quality fantasy player this season. |
| 154 |
Cameron Maybin (LAA - LF,CF,RF) | 182.0 |
+28.0 |
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| 155 |
Trevor Bauer (CLE - SP,RP) | 134.0 |
-21.0 |
Many expected Bauer to put together a more impressive season by now, but the former top prospect hasn't had a consistent season yet in his career and sports a 4.42 ERA despite the impressive stuff. We know the talent is there to propel him further up the rankings, but it seems as though he will continue to have command issues that hold him back. |
| 156 |
Jordan Zimmermann (DET - SP) | 140.0 |
-16.0 |
Zimmerman was a major disappointment last season after signing a big contract, but keep in mind, he is just two seasons removed from a 2.66 ERA and had an excellent ERA for five straight seasons. Sure, the strikeouts aren't going to be all that high, but there is a good chance he returns to strong ratios. |
| 157 |
Alex Gordon (KC - LF) PL | 176.0 |
+19.0 |
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| 158 |
Nate Jones (CWS - RP) DL10 | 133.0 |
-25.0 |
While you may think Jones is a lock to be a middle reliever this season, bare in mind that there is a chance Robertson may be dealt to a team like the Nationals, which would open the door for Jones to immediately become a very good closer. |
| 159 |
Brandon Kintzler (MIN - RP) | 125.0 |
-34.0 |
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| 160 |
Brandon Moss (KC - 1B,LF,RF,DH) | 185.0 |
+25.0 |
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| 161 |
Danny Valencia (SEA - 1B,3B,RF) DTD | 154.0 |
-7.0 |
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| 162 |
Eduardo Rodriguez (BOS - SP) | 152.0 |
-10.0 |
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| 163 |
Chris Tillman (BAL - SP) | 189.0 |
+26.0 |
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| 164 |
Aaron Judge (NYY - RF) | 135.0 |
-29.0 |
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| 165 |
Wilson Ramos (TB - C) DL60 | 148.0 |
-17.0 |
Ramos will see a drop off in his home ballpark factor this season and will start the season injured for an undisclosed amount of time, but it's tough to ignore 22 homers and a catcher who batted over .300. |
| 166 |
Joe Musgrove (HOU - SP) | 183.0 |
+17.0 |
Musgrove was exceptional in Single-A with a 0.70 ERA, then again in Double-A with a 0.34 ERA. He slowed down a little in the majors, but was still quite good, blowing away expectations. His stuff doesn't seem the sort to dominate, but the track record is golden. |
| 167 |
Alcides Escobar (KC - SS) | 157.0 |
-10.0 |
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| 168 |
Matt Andriese (TB - SP,RP) | 174.0 |
+6.0 |
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| 169 |
Andrew Triggs (OAK - SP,RP) | 167.0 |
-2.0 |
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| 170 |
Pablo Sandoval (BOS - 3B) DL10 | 138.0 |
-32.0 |
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| 171 |
Delino DeShields (TEX - LF,CF) | 173.0 |
+2.0 |
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| 172 |
Matt Duffy (TB - 3B,SS) DL10 | 172.0 |
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| 173 |
Jorge Polanco (MIN - 2B,3B,SS) | 191.0 |
+18.0 |
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| 174 |
Yan Gomes (CLE - C) | 175.0 |
+1.0 |
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| 175 |
Mike Zunino (SEA - C) | 153.0 |
-22.0 |
Zunino was once considered a top 10 prospect thanks to starting his minor league career with a 1.137 OPS. He really disappointed in his first three MLB seasons, but came surging back late last season with 12 homers in just 55 games after posting an .898 OPS in Triple-A. If you stretch that out to a full season, he is going to lead all catchers in homers. |
| 176 |
Jose Berrios (MIN - SP) | |
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The Twins' sophomore struggled with an 8.02 ERA in his 58 inning debut, but we saw flashes of brilliance, which were proved over and over in the minors. He is still far from polished, but could breakout any time so keep an eye on him. |
| 177 |
Chris Devenski (HOU - SP,RP) | 166.0 |
-11.0 |
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| 178 |
Joe Mauer (MIN - 1B,DH) | 170.0 |
-8.0 |
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| 179 |
Kennys Vargas (MIN - 1B) | |
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| 180 |
Sean Doolittle (OAK - RP) DL10 | 192.0 |
+12.0 |
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| 181 |
Raul Adalberto Mondesi (KC - 2B) MiLB | 193.0 |
+12.0 |
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| 182 |
Steven Souza (TB - RF) | 197.0 |
+15.0 |
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| 183 |
Jose De Leon (TB - SP) MiLB | |
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While many have grown fatigued on De Leon's prospect status, including the Dodgers apparently, the polished rookie was absolutely dominant in the minors and has a chance to carry much of that over to the Rays from the get-go. |
| 184 |
Steve Pearce (TOR - 1B,2B,LF,RF) DL10 | 203.0 |
+19.0 |
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| 185 |
Jeremy Jeffress (TEX - RP) | 162.0 |
-23.0 |
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| 186 |
Luis Severino (NYY - SP,RP) | 184.0 |
-2.0 |
Severino took a major step backwards last season, but this former top 20 prospect has plenty of upside to dream on. If you are in a deeper league, don't hesitate to take a chance on this premium talent in hope that he realizes some of that potential this season. |
| 187 |
Ricky Nolasco (LAA - SP) | 188.0 |
+1.0 |
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| 188 |
Derek Norris (TB - C) | |
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| 189 |
Lucas Giolito (CWS - SP) MiLB | 198.0 |
+9.0 |
Some considered Giolito the top overall prospect in baseball before he struggled in his short MLB debut. The fact of the matter is, while his numbers weren't dominant, they were significantly better than Syndergaard's the year before his breakout rookie season and Giolito is every bit as talented. |
| 190 |
Tyler Thornburg (BOS - RP) DL60 | 159.0 |
-31.0 |
While you might think there is no way Kimbrel could ever lose his job, just consider the major spike in BB/9 last season and that there is perhaps an equally talented Thornburg breathing down his neck. Even if it never happens, Thornburg can be quite useful even as a middle reliever for your fantasy teams. |
| 191 |
Ben Revere (LAA - LF,CF) | 194.0 |
+3.0 |
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| 192 |
Sandy Leon (BOS - C) | 146.0 |
-46.0 |
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| 193 |
Byung-ho Park (MIN - 1B,DH) MiLB | |
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| 194 |
Miguel Gonzalez (CWS - SP) | |
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| 195 |
Mallex Smith (TB - LF,CF) MiLB | 202.0 |
+7.0 |
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| 196 |
Jurickson Profar (TEX - 1B,2B,3B,SS,LF) MiLB | 201.0 |
+5.0 |
This former top 5 prospect still has loads of untapped potential seeing that he is still just 23 years old. While he wasn't exactly a good fantasy player last season in his limited time, he showcased who he could be in Triple-A when he was able to play every day and that is a middle infielder with a .280+ BA, 15 homers and 15 steals. I'd take that in the last round of my draft. |
| 197 |
Santiago Casilla (OAK - RP) | 155.0 |
-42.0 |
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| 198 |
Trevor Plouffe (OAK - 1B,3B) | 206.0 |
+8.0 |
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| 199 |
Hyun-soo Kim (BAL - LF) | |
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| 200 |
Matt Boyd (DET - SP,RP) | |
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| 201 |
Charlie Morton (HOU - SP) | 200.0 |
-1.0 |
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| 202 |
Chase Headley (NYY - 3B) | |
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| 203 |
James McCann (DET - C) | 158.0 |
-45.0 |
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| 204 |
Mike Fiers (HOU - SP) | |
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| 205 |
Danny Espinosa (LAA - 2B,SS) | 207.0 |
+2.0 |
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| 206 |
Huston Street (LAA - RP) DL60 | 196.0 |
-10.0 |
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| 207 |
Eddie Rosario (MIN - LF,CF) | |
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| 208 |
Avisail Garcia (CWS - LF,RF,DH) DTD | |
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| 209 |
Dan Vogelbach (SEA - 1B) MiLB | |
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| 210 |
Matt Bush (TEX - RP) | 180.0 |
-30.0 |
The Rangers don't have the most steady closer situation right now so don't put it past Bush to take over the job. Last season, the former first overall pick really emerged into one of the top middle relievers in baseball. |
| 211 |
Pedro Alvarez (BAL - 3B,DH) MiLB | |
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| 212 |
A.J. Reed (HOU - 1B) MiLB | |
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People were really disappointed when Reed was called up and proceeded to hit just .164 with a lower SLG% than OBP%, but don't lose heart. The 6'4", 275 pound first basement carried a .924 OPS in the minors last season and that actually dropped his career number. He will rake in the majors eventually, maybe in this year. |
| 213 |
Jose Iglesias (DET - SS) | |
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| 214 |
Andrelton Simmons (LAA - SS) | 208.0 |
-6.0 |
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| 215 |
Will Harris (HOU - RP) | |
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| 216 |
Yunel Escobar (LAA - 3B) DL10 | 163.0 |
-53.0 |
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| 217 |
Darren O'Day (BAL - RP) | |
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| 218 |
Seth Smith (BAL - LF,RF) | |
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| 219 |
Luke Gregerson (HOU - RP) | 168.0 |
-51.0 |
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| 220 |
Martin Maldonado (LAA - C) | |
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| 221 |
Brad Brach (BAL - RP) | 178.0 |
-43.0 |
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| 222 |
Matthew Strahm (KC - SP,RP) | 204.0 |
-18.0 |
There is a chance Strahm will move into the rotation in 2017 after the tragic passing of Yordano Ventura. If he does, this is a major sleeper to become AL Rookie of the Year. If not, he is a dynamic middle reliever with an outside chance at stealing the closer job from Herrera. |
| 223 |
Jason Castro (MIN - C) | 209.0 |
-14.0 |
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| 224 |
Tyler Clippard (NYY - RP) | |
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| 225 |
Lonnie Chisenhall (CLE - CF,RF) | |
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| 226 |
Matt Joyce (OAK - LF,RF) | |
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| 227 |
Joey Gallo (TEX - 3B) | |
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| 228 |
Michael Feliz (HOU - RP) | |
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| 229 |
Tyler Saladino (CWS - 2B,3B,SS) | 205.0 |
-24.0 |
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| 230 |
Steve Cishek (SEA - RP) | |
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| 231 |
Kendall Graveman (OAK - SP) | 190.0 |
-41.0 |
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| 232 |
Nathan Karns (KC - SP,RP) DTD | |
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| 233 |
CC Sabathia (NYY - SP) | 171.0 |
-62.0 |
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| 234 |
Evan Scribner (SEA - RP) DL60 | |
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| 235 |
Wade Miley (BAL - SP) | |
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| 236 |
Reynaldo Lopez (CWS - SP,RP) MiLB | |
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Many were raving about Lucas Giolito in the Adam Eaton deal, but it is more likely Reynaldo Lopez who could make a big impact this season as a rookie so keep an eye on how he begins the season. |
| 237 |
Joe Kelly (BOS - SP,RP) | |
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| 238 |
Mychal Antonio Givens (BAL - RP) | |
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| 239 |
Glen Perkins (MIN - RP) DL60 | |
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| 240 |
Jefry Marte (LAA - 1B,3B,LF) | |
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| 241 |
Keone Kela (TEX - RP) | |
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| 242 |
Colby Rasmus (TB - LF,CF,RF) | |
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| 243 |
Charlie Tilson (CWS - CF) DL60 | |
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| 244 |
Liam Hendriks (OAK - RP) | |
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| 245 |
Robbie Grossman (MIN - LF,RF,DH) | |
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| 246 |
Luis Valbuena (LAA - 1B,3B) | |
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| 247 |
Ryan Dull (OAK - RP) DL10 | 199.0 |
-48.0 |
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| 248 |
Jesse Chavez (LAA - SP,RP) | |
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| 249 |
Jason Grilli (TOR - RP) | |
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| 250 |
Justin Smoak (TOR - 1B) | |
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| 251 |
Joakim Soria (KC - RP) | |
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| 252 |
Cheslor Cuthbert (KC - 3B) | |
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| 253 |
Whit Merrifield (KC - 2B,LF) | |
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| 254 |
Erasmo Ramirez (TB - RP) | |
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| 255 |
J.J. Hardy (BAL - SS) | |
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| 256 |
Marwin Gonzalez (HOU - 1B,2B,3B,SS,LF) | 195.0 |
-61.0 |
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| 257 |
Norichika Aoki (HOU - LF,CF,RF) | |
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| 258 |
Anibal Sanchez (DET - SP,RP) MiLB | |
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| 259 |
Brandon Guyer (CLE - LF,CF,RF) DL10 | |
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| 260 |
Josh Tomlin (CLE - SP) | 181.0 |
-79.0 |
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| 261 |
Cody Asche (CWS - LF,DH) MiLB | |
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| 262 |
Carson Smith (BOS - RP) DL60 | |
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| 263 |
Tyler Austin (NYY - 1B) DL60 | |
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| 264 |
Justin Wilson (DET - RP) | |
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| 265 |
Ryan Rua (TEX - 1B,LF) | |
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| 266 |
Andrew Bailey (LAA - RP) DL60 | |
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| 267 |
Brian Flynn (KC - RP) DL60 | |
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| 268 |
Chris Coghlan (TOR - 2B,3B,LF,RF) | |
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| 269 |
Dan Otero (CLE - RP) | |
|
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| 270 |
Joe Wendle (OAK - 2B) MiLB | |
|
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| 271 |
Bradley Zimmer (CLE - CF) | |
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| 272 |
Billy Burns (KC - CF,RF) MiLB | |
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| 273 |
Bruce Rondon (DET - RP) MiLB | |
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| 274 |
Rymer Liriano (CWS - RF) | |
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| 275 |
Bryan Shaw (CLE - RP) | |
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| 276 |
Ezequiel Carrera (TOR - LF,RF) | |
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| 277 |
Danny Farquhar (TB - RP) | |
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| 278 |
Clint Frazier (NYY - CF,LF) NRI | |
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| 279 |
Chad Green (NYY - SP) | |
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| 280 |
Logan Morrison (TB - 1B) | |
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| 281 |
Mike Morin (LAA - RP) DL10 | |
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| 282 |
Boone Logan (CLE - RP) | |
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| 283 |
Zach McAllister (CLE - RP) | |
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| 284 |
Jed Lowrie (OAK - 2B) | |
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| 285 |
Blake Swihart (BOS - C,LF) MiLB | |
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| 286 |
Jose Diaz (TB - RP) | |
|
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| 287 |
Tyler Collins (DET - LF,CF,RF) | |
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| 288 |
Martin Perez (TEX - SP) | |
|
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| 289 |
Xavier Cedeno (TB - RP) DL60 | |
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| 290 |
Ariel Miranda (SEA - SP,RP) | |
|
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| 291 |
Abraham Almonte (CLE - LF,RF) DL10 | |
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| 292 |
Chris Young (BOS - LF) | |
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| 293 |
Joey Rickard (BAL - LF,CF,RF) | |
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| 294 |
Yonder Alonso (OAK - 1B) | |
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| 295 |
Ryan Pressly (MIN - RP) | |
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| 296 |
Bruce Maxwell (OAK - C) MiLB | |
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| 297 |
James Shields (CWS - SP) DL10 | |
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