Its a potential .280 bat with 25 homers and he could even pitch in with a handful of steals. The big 66/240 right-hander transitioned into East Carolinas rotation in 2021 and blossomed into one of the best pitchers in the nation and an easy first-round selection. When you pair that with a plus hit tool on top of being a plus running, you have the makings of a solid fantasy asset. You can make an argument for Mayer to be the top pick in FYPDs, but with any prep player or prospect for that matter, there are risks. As he fills out, hell likely be more of a 60-power, 50-run type but this could also be a plus hitter as well. That is, if the hit tool allows him to. Davis feels like one of the safer bets in this years FYPD. Pallette has a big fastball that can get up to 99 and mixes in a changeup and curveball. He has grown and added power in the process while maintaining plus speed. His fastball is his best pitch, but Leiters arsenal also features a 12-6 curve that he can get hitters to chase. Whether you've been in a league for 10 years or are just about to draft your dynasty start-up, everyone loves rankings. The Mariners may have a battery in Walter and Henry Ford, and it should be sponsored by Ford, that would be cool, they could call it Built Ford Tough. Given the state of third-base maybe you bump him up in your own rankings but I think he will be a solid contributor as opposed to a possible star. Reggie Crawford, P San Francisco Giants. The development of his changeup would go a long way for Cusick sticking as a starter. Welcome to Pitcher List's Top 500 Dynasty Rankings (OBP) in Fantasy Baseball for the 2022 MLB season. Dalton Rushing, C Los Angeles Dodgers. The 63 Venezuelan outfielder has demonstrated a good feel for hitting from the right side and has flashed above-average or better power already with projection for more as he fills out his frame. All opinions expressed are that of his own. He already ripped up the upper minors in 2022. document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id", "ada8057737c925ff38187de54e5c2695" );document.getElementById("fe53143262").setAttribute( "id", "comment" ); Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Royals first rounder Frank Mozicato pitched the first two innings and was relieved by Ben Kudrna. In his final season, Franklin had 13 homers and 11 steals in 61 games. Neto already has spent time in Double-A so if proximity is your thing then maybe you want to move Neto up. (Chris), From: Calvary Christian HS (FL) | Drafted By: Philadelphia Phillies, Andrew Painter is a monster on the mound for a high school arm. There is a solid SP5 in fantasy here if the strides he has shown with his command hold up. (Cross), Drafted: #14 Overall | From: Rockwall-Heath HS (TX), Jett Williams may be a bit undersized, but he brings an intriguing blend of tools to the plate. (Chris), From: Mainland Regional HS (NJ) | Drafted By: Minnesota Twins, While Jackson Jobe was the unquestioned top prep arm in this years draft class, Chase Petty isnt far behind. Cusick has good arm action and a clean delivery. Theres not one other player in this draft that has you can say that about. Think like 20 homers, 10-12 stolen-bases, maybe a .260 average. He does not chase often and makes high-end contact(some of the best in the draft class). Ford is capable of sticking behind the plate, or he could play second base, third base, or outfield. (Clegg), Admittedly, Im a bit higher than most on Brock Jones, but he has a very fantasy-friendly skillset. His hit tool improved majorly this year, dropping his K% from 30.1% in 2021 in mostly the lower minors, to 23.1% in 2022 in the upper minors. I dont view him as anything more than a streamer that should be used in good matchups, too bad he cant pitch against his own team. (Eric), Matt McLain will likely end up being selected in the first round twice. Amateur players and international free agents are not included. Top 125 Starting Pitcher Rankings for 2023 Fantasy Baseball, Fantasy Baseball Dynasty League Strategy for 2023, NL Spring Training Battles with Fantasy Relevance. 58. At worst, he is probably a bat-first catcher with average power. There is a strong chance Melendez could provide 30 home runs with a serviceable batting average at the big league level. Arias, a switch-hitter, is one of the better pure hitters on the international market this period with a 62 frame that has the potential to add some solid bulk over the next few years. I hope I am wrong, just at this point I am not drafting Jacob Berry. College ball is well underway and high school ball is in full swing in some of the country. Leiter is smaller which concerns some, as he is just 60. (Chris), From: Wake Forest | Drafted By: Atlanta Braves, Ryan Cusick has one of the best fastballs in the draft. So Pallette hasnt pitched since 2021 after getting TJ before the 2022 season, so there is some unknown here. The 64 Montgomery was already an easy top-15 FYPD pick and then the Colorado Rockies elevated that to top-10. In the long run, Hoglund will be fine. Our focus this year is on 2022 draft. (Cross), Cayden Wallace wont wow anyone with his bat, but he could be a successful big league bat. Want access to the Top 500 Fantasy Prospects list with season long updates? window.__mirage2 = {petok:".jRpceyP7dv7SSRUjRKriV7_loM7NCEmSqWNqJiAD1A-1800-0"}; A Guardians pitching prospect is always worth keeping an eye on in your FYPDs. McMahon often flies under the fantasy radar, making him one of the sneakier third base sleepers for 2023. This isnt a no power guy, just someone who during his peak seasons might tap out at 20 homers. The Campbell product hit 15 home runs, stole 19 bases, and slashed .407/.514/.769. We are gathered here to discuss players that will be available in your leagues First Year Player Drafts (or FYPDs for short). Painters fastball sits near the mid-90s and can reach 99 with good spin rates. Davis bat is legit and I do not think playing catcher hurts his fantasy stock. Top 125 Starting Pitcher Rankings for 2023 Fantasy Baseball, Fantasy Baseball Dynasty League Strategy for 2023, NL Spring Training Battles with Fantasy Relevance, Only the top 50 got write ups. All opinions expressed are that of his own. (Chris), From: Jesuit Prep (TX) | Drafted By: Arizona Diamondbacks, The 62 prep shortstop from Texas had a commitment to Vanderbilt but left that behind as the #6 pick in this years draft. Most leagues have an explicit rule that says you cant draft players who havent signed prior to the start of your draft. But, the results where there against the best prep competition he could have faced. The improvements transferred to the majors with a very reasonable 26.6% whiff% and 25.8% K%. His power began to show in the summer of 2020, but really took off this season at Eastern Illinois. 8. He may not get the power credit he deserves. And when I mean the biggest, Im also referencing his size. His swing creates natural loft and good power. Second Basemen. The combo of those tools could lead Cross to be a very intriguing fantasy player. He did however pitch and showcase why he was so highly regarded, thanks to his killer changeup and mid 90s heater. Druw Jones is the son of a possible hall of famer, and is also a good player in his own right. 50 FV Prospects. Hoglund is a great mix of floor and ceiling. One of the beautiful things about dynasty baseball is that managers are able to think about the present, as well as the future of their roster. *This starts a little grouping of IFAs that are all ranked together because I think they are all about the same value wise, just depending on what you are looking for. He seems destined to remain a starter and there is some value in that. Calaz is a million miles away but with the Rockies recent hits on IFAs makes me more likely to be in on Calaz. Jackson Holliday (SS - BAL) He is a high-floor type arm with a good chance to stick as a starter. Melton hits the ball hard, but also puts it on the ground often, but if he can correct that, there is plenty of power and speed in his profile. I think his catching days are numbered but a potential 30 homer bat that walks nearly 10% of the time at first-base is an attractive option. He does get a bit over-aggressive at times but the Coors factor should really help raise his batting average. Early 2023 Fantasy BaseballThird Base Rankings: Top 20 begins strong but drops off quickly Third base is one position that will be critical to fill early. Its not likely to be anything more than 15-18 homer pop but he can steal a bag, shows a mature feel for hitting, and should hit atop a lineup. 5. Another MLB draft is in the books so that means a fresh batch of FYPD rankings to dive into. The ultimate upside is a .270 hitter with good walk-rates, 25 homers and 25 steals a season. Grey and B_Don are back to cover 3B. (Clegg), Drafted: #23 Overall | From: American Heritage HS (FL), Remember that Ricky Tiedemann fellow? He's put up high walk rates his entire career and he's also very fast with a 29.1 ft/sec sprint speed. He does hit the ball hard, which means there is some intrigue if he gets more aggressive and begins to lift the ball more. 2022 Lessons Learned. Early 2022 Fantasy Baseball Rankings: How the first two rounds of your draft might look How high will Bryce Harper and Marcus Semien go? But the upside here is a 25 homer bat who hits in the .250-.260 range with okay walk-rates and 15-20 swipes. Library. If you are willing to invest in prep arms for fantasy, Painter is one of the best options" . He is a baseball junkie. (Eric), From: James Madison HS (VA) | Drafted By: Chicago Cubs, Without question, the prospect that has done the most to raise his stock since the draft has been James Triantos of the Cubs. (Cross), Drafted: #6 Overall | From: Louisiana State University, In general, Jacob Berry carries some risk in the profile as hes close to bat-only territory with subpar defense that will likely limit him to a 1B/DH profile longterm. He is one of the more well-rounded players in the international signing class. Hes got some projection left in his frame, he already shows an ability to miss bats and doesnt walk everyone. If that doesnt bother you, Graham is a fine upside play. Hes currently a plus or better runner and has already flashed above-average raw power at times too with exceptional bat speed. With White solely focusing on baseball, there is plenty of high-end potential to dream on. Holliday doesnt really stand out in any one area but has the potential to be above-average to plus across the board with a quick and smooth left-handed swing and a frame that has added strength with more projection left. S-Tier prospects are prospects that top 25 types of guys. (Cross), Drafted: #25 Overall | From: Vanderbilt University, Every draft, certain players land in spots that elevate their fantasy outlook and value right off the bat. The below ranks aren't the deepest that you'll find online if you need a top 100 I recommend Baseball America ($). 3. By Scott. (Eric), From: Arkansas | Drafted By: Chicago Cubs, While his slide to the 4th round was puzzling, theres plenty to be excited about for fantasy purposes when it comes to Christian Franklin. Like his dad, Crawford possesses elite speed and has shown a good feel for hitting already with some additional power projection in the profile. Triantos displays a great feel for hitting and barreling up pitches with above-average raw power and speed. OwnersBox is an innovative sports-tech company that is . You hear Eric Cross, Chris Clegg, Ian Kahn . He has a shorter swing that limits swing and miss and creates good contact. The game power does lag behind a bit but Frelick could settle in around 50-grade there if he bulks up a bit. With the season only a few weeks away, and dynasty leagues starting back up it is time to turn your attention towards the stars of tomorrow. Lawler will likely fall a couple of spots in your FYPDs too after his injury. When he figures it out he can be a perennial 30+ homer bat, especially being a left-handed batter who can deposit balls over that comically short right-field porch in Yankee Stadium. Easy-peasy. It will be up to the team who drafts him to decide that. Regardless of his path, hes an exciting arm to follow. Who is the last homegrown arm the White Sox have developedI shall wait. (Chris), From: Blue Valley SE (KS) | Drafted By: Kansas City Royals, I had the privilege to see Ben Kudrna live in an Arizona Instructional League game. If you are willing to invest in prep arms for fantasy, Painter is one of the best options. There is some swing and miss in the profile, but if it all clicks, Green could be a top-five fantasy baseball asset. //]]> By Scott White Sep 28, 2021 at 9:40 am ET 6 min read. The Tennessee product makes high-end contact and has sneaky good power. Ranking of 500 baseball players is . Writing lists is HARD. The power also comes with plenty of swing and miss in his game. We will have to wait and see on the durability, but a solid SP4 with upside for more is definitely in the cards. (Cross), Peyton Pallette seemed like a sure-fire first-rounder before having Tommy John Surgery in January. (Clegg), Max Wagner had a monster season at Clemson but isnt really being talked about in fantasy circles. He has touched 100 and should be a fun piece of clay for the Giants, who have done well with pitchers in the past. Mayer could grow into plus power as he already displays great raw power. Green brings massive raw power to the table and is an elite athlete shown by his blazing fast sprint speeds. Some thought he could go as a top-10 pick on draft day but slides to a favorable spot in Cincinnati. window.__mirage2 = {petok:"lcXMd5HATamsyCvrRU5X5udbQPYl5AnlNdI1Hlevb2g-1800-0"}; In general, scouts were not concerned due to circumstances and Mack still was a first-round pick. Locklear hits the ball really hard, thats one thing he does do and he will need to do that to be a valuable fantasy asset. Hes a great upside selection after pick 20 in your FYPDs. He also will not sacrifice power in doing so. Fantrax has been one of the fastest-growing fantasy sites of the last few years, and were not stopping now. Theres an intriguing set of tools here, but will Colas hit enough to be an impact bat. That power will likely stand out, even at a power-hitter position like the hot corner. If Pittsburgh succeeds with him, Chandler could be an impact arm at the MLB level. I do question how he will fare against pro pitches because he feasted on college arms. Hes got some serious juice in his bat and is decently athletic, so that should translate to that power and speed we are chasing. Leskos upside is immense, and it comes with a fastball that already sits mid-90s, an incredible changeup, and a dominant curveball. 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