Ketel Marte overpowers the rest of the field in the National League, coming off a career highs in home runs (36) and RBI (95). If you need speed, Brice Turang was third in the majors last season with 50 steals.
Injuries took their toll on the position a year ago, but three top talents should be ready for opening day. Ozzie Albies’ numbers were down because of a broken wrist and toe. The Reds’ Matt McLain missed all of last season recovering from shoulder surgery. The Cubs’ Nico Hoerner may need a little extra time coming off elbow surgery in October.
Already the most valuable American League second baseman, Jose Altuve is in line to add outfield eligibility to his portfolio. Marcus Semien isn’t running as much as he once did, but he’ll still fill up the other counting categories as one of the most durable players in the majors.
Several second sackers have new homes in the AL, so be sure to give Andres Gimenez, Gleyber Torres and Jonathan India time to adjust. Brandon Lowe should see an uptick in his power numbers taking aim at the Yankee-ish short porch at Tampa’s Steinbrenner Field.
2025 fantasy baseball second base rankings
Eligibility based on a minimum of 20 games played at the position in 2024. Other eligible positions also noted.
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