Bust Candidates
Kyle Schwarber, Phillies
Schwarber led MLB in home runs last season, as he took a liking to his new home in Philadelphia, but it came at the cost of his batting average. Schwarber’s always been more of a slugger as opposed to a complete hitter, but he completely sold out for the long ball so much that it could lead to his demise for fantasy purposes since home run-dependent hitters tend to have a hard time maintaining their production (see Joey Gallo).
Byron Buxton, Twins
Buxton is still one of the more talented outfielders, but his injury history has become so lengthy to where his per-game numbers have to be taken with a grain of salt. Buxton flashed elite power last season, but his stolen base total dropped, so he might not be the five-tool player we expect even if he somehow remains healthy for more than 100 games.
Deep sleeper
Riley Greene, Tigers
Greene didn’t produce much when given a crack at the Tigers big league lineup, but he’s got the necessary tools to eventually be a quality fantasy contributor. It could happen as soon as this season, as Greene should score runs and steal bases out of the leadoff spot and makes for a sneaky sleeper pick as someone who could chip in a few home runs as well.
TOP 40
1. Ronald Acuan, Braves
2. Aaron Judge, Yankees
3. Juan Soto, Padres
4. Julio Rodriguez, Mariners
5. Mookie Betts, Dodgers
6. Kyle Tucker, Astros
7. Yordan Alvarez
8. Mike Trout, Angels
9. Michael Harris, Braves
10. Randy Arozarena, Rays
11. Starling Marte, Mets
12. George Springer, Blue Jays
13. Luis Robert, White Sox
14. Adolis Garcia, Rangers
15. Cedric Mullins, Orioles
16. Eloy Jimenez, White Sox
17. Kyle Schwarber, Phillies
18. Teoscar Hernandez, Mariners
19. Corbin Carroll, Diamondbacks
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