- Tue Mar 18, 2025 1:35 pm
#8443
As we gear up for the 2025 Fantasy Baseball season, the conversation around player value and draft strategies is heating up. With ESPN's ADP often skewing perceptions, it's crucial to dig deeper into player performance and potential.
Take Elly De La Cruz, for instance. His ESPN ADP sits at 34.6, largely due to his high strikeout rate. Yet, he still managed to rack up 390 points last season, showcasing his potential despite the whiffs. With reports of him tweaking his stance this spring and showing improved contact, could he be a steal in the second round? Or is the risk of his strikeouts too great to justify that investment?
Then there's Brent Rooker, who hit 39 homers last season but is being overlooked with an ESPN ADP of 114.8. Could he be the dark horse MVP candidate we didn’t see coming? With a potential 40-homer season on the horizon, how do you weigh his strikeout rate against his power potential?
And what about the intriguing case of Austin Wells? A catcher batting leadoff for the Yankees could be a game-changer in points leagues. If he can get close to 500 at-bats, could he lead all catchers in runs scored?
Let’s not forget about pitchers like Jack Flaherty and Shane Baz. Flaherty’s performance last season suggests he could be a top-10 pitcher if he stays healthy, yet he’s being drafted outside the top 100. Is this a classic case of undervaluation? Meanwhile, Baz’s second-half resurgence raises questions about his potential to be a late-round gem.
What are your thoughts on these players? Are there any bold predictions you’re willing to make for the upcoming season? How do you approach drafting in points leagues versus category leagues? Let’s dive into the discussion and share our insights!
Take Elly De La Cruz, for instance. His ESPN ADP sits at 34.6, largely due to his high strikeout rate. Yet, he still managed to rack up 390 points last season, showcasing his potential despite the whiffs. With reports of him tweaking his stance this spring and showing improved contact, could he be a steal in the second round? Or is the risk of his strikeouts too great to justify that investment?
Then there's Brent Rooker, who hit 39 homers last season but is being overlooked with an ESPN ADP of 114.8. Could he be the dark horse MVP candidate we didn’t see coming? With a potential 40-homer season on the horizon, how do you weigh his strikeout rate against his power potential?
And what about the intriguing case of Austin Wells? A catcher batting leadoff for the Yankees could be a game-changer in points leagues. If he can get close to 500 at-bats, could he lead all catchers in runs scored?
Let’s not forget about pitchers like Jack Flaherty and Shane Baz. Flaherty’s performance last season suggests he could be a top-10 pitcher if he stays healthy, yet he’s being drafted outside the top 100. Is this a classic case of undervaluation? Meanwhile, Baz’s second-half resurgence raises questions about his potential to be a late-round gem.
What are your thoughts on these players? Are there any bold predictions you’re willing to make for the upcoming season? How do you approach drafting in points leagues versus category leagues? Let’s dive into the discussion and share our insights!
- By Anonymous