With the offseason in full swing, this would be an excellent time to start looking at where things stand after an unprecedented season. As expected, there were plenty of surprises in the shortened 60-games, with some new players emerging and some fantasy stalwarts struggling. There will be several different approaches managers take to project next season, and my only hope is that we get an undisturbed 2021 campaign.
From a prospect standpoint, it was a challenge following players with limited information coming out of alternate sites. There was no actual Minor League season to pull data from this year. The best players in each organization had the opportunity to develop around players further along in the process, picking up invaluable experience and lessons. It is too early to say what the long-term implications of this will be, but there is little doubt that this has fast-tracked the development of some prospects.
Today is an exciting day personally because I get to unveil my Top 150 Dynasty Prospects entering the offseason. This list is something I have wanted to do for a long time, and I am thrilled to have the opportunity. Prospect rankings are something that is consistently evolving. Because of this, I have decided to create an Excel spreadsheet that I will share on Twitter in the near future. My hope is this will help anyone who reads the articles to follow my prospect rankings throughout the offseason and leading into draft season. As my research and familiarity with each player evolves, the list should grow in size and accuracy.
There are different approaches to ranking fantasy prospects. Some people prefer the safety of players who are relatively close to the Major Leagues and will rank them higher than their overall skillset might dictate. Other people prefer the allure of upside and are willing to aggressively rank relatively unproven players that they perceive have unique qualities. Full disclosure, I fall in that second group, although I am trying to find more of a balance. With my recommended approach of targeting upside players with superstar potential, I tend to be aggressive with certain types that I believe in their upside.
These rankings are for dynasty leagues that use the traditional 5×5 categories, with a particular focus on OBP instead of AVG. In general, I value hitters over pitchers, and proximity to the Major Leagues is a factor. Should you notice pitchers ranked highly, or young players who seem to be far away from the Majors, it is safe to assume that I like them quite a bit. Without further ado, I present the future of fantasy baseball!
1. Wander Franco, SS, Rays
2. Julio Rodriguez, OF, Mariners
3. Marco Luciano, SS, Giants
4. Jarred Kelenic, OF, Mariners
5. Spencer Torkelson, 1B, Tigers
6. CJ Abrams, SS, Padres
7. Andrew Vaughn, 1B, White Sox
8. Kristian Robinson, OF, Diamondbacks
9. Dylan Carlson, OF, Cardinals
10. MacKenzie Gore, LHP, Padres
11. Austin Martin, 3B, Blue Jays
12. Jasson Dominguez, OF, Yankees
13. Noelvi Marte, SS, Mariners
14. Sixto Sanchez, SP, Marlins
15. Jeter Downs, 2B, Red Sox
16. Corbin Carroll, OF, Diamondbacks
17. Bobby Witt Jr, SS, Royals
18. Nick Gonzales, 2B, Pirates
19. Royce Lewis, SS, Twins
20. Adley Rutschman, C, Orioles
21. Jordan Groshans, 3B, Blue Jays
22. Alex Kirilloff, 1B, Twins
23. Randy Arozarena, OF, Rays
24. Ian Anderson, RHP, Braves
25. Triston Casas, 1B, Red Sox
26. Riley Greene, OF, Tigers
27. Nolan Jones, 3B, Indians
28. Ke’Bryan Hayes, 3B, Pirates
29. Matt Manning, RHP, Tigers
30. Brennen Davis, OF, Cubs
31. George Kirby, RHP, Mariners
32. Max Meyer, RHP, Marlins
33. George Valera, OF, Indians
34. Nate Pearson, RHP, Blue Jays
35. Grayson Rodriguez, RHP, Orioles
36. Luis Matos, OF, Giants
37. Vidal Brujan, 2B, Rays
38. Zac Veen, OF, Rockies
39. Luisangel Acuna, 2B, Rangers
40. Forrest Whitley, RHP, Astros
41. Luis Patino, RHP, Padres
42. Edward Cabrera, RHP, Marlins
43. Casey Mize, RHP, Tigers
44. Erick Pena, OF, Royals
45. Orelvis Martinez, SS, Blue Jays
46. Asa Lacy, LHP, Royals
47. Emerson Hancock, RHP, Mariners
48. Josiah Gray, RHP, Dodgers
49. Spencer Howard, RHP, Phillies
50. Oneil Cruz, OF, Pirates
51. Brandon Marsh, OF, Angels
52. Jazz Chisholm, SS, Marlins
53. Drew Waters, OF, Braves
54. Nick Lodolo, LHP, Reds
55. Ed Howard, SS, Cubs
56. Maximo Acosta, SS, Rangers
57. Geraldo Perdomo, SS, Diamondbacks
58. Hunter Bishop, OF, Giants
59. Xavier Edwards, 2B, Rays
60. Alek Thomas, OF, Diamondbacks
61. Trevor Larnach, OF, Twins
62. Kody Hoese, 3B, Dodgers
63. Tyler Freeman, 2B, Indians
64. Josh Lowe, OF, Rays
65. Hedbert Perez, OF, Brewers
66. Jordyn Adams, OF, Angels
67. Misael Urbina, OF, Twins
68. Heliot Ramos, OF, Giants
69. Luis Rodriguez, OF, Dodgers
70. Joey Bart, C, Giants
71. Michael Busch, 2B, Dodgers
72. Triston McKenzie, RHP, Indians
73. Shane McClanahan, LHP, Rays
74. Aaron Bracho, 2B, Indians
75. Clarke Schmidt, RHP, Yankees
76. Francisco Alvarez, C, Mets
77. Daniel Espino, RHP, Indians
78. Mick Abel, RHP, Phillies
79. Garrett Mitchell, OF, Brewers
80. Hunter Greene, RHP, Reds
81. Nolan Gorman, 3B, Cardinals
82. Austin Wells, C, Yankees
83. Brailyn Marquez, LHP, Cubs
84. Austin Hendrick, OF, Reds
85. Pete Crow-Armstrong, OF, Mets
86. Robert Hassell III, OF, Padres
87. Heriberto Hernandez, OF, Rangers
88. Cristian Pache, OF, Braves
89. Nick Madrigal, 2B, White Sox
90. Josh Jung, 3B, Rangers
91. Ronny Mauricio, SS, Mets
92. Jackson Rutledge, RHP, Nationals
93. Shane Baz, RHP, Rays
94. JJ Bleday, OF, Marlins
95. Logan Gilbert, RHP, Mariners
96. Simeon Woods-Richardson, RHP, Blue Jays
97. DL Hall, LHP, Orioles
98. Garrett Crochet, LHP, White Sox
99. Alexander Canario, OF, Giants
100. Jordan Nwogu, OF, Cubs
101. Liover Peguero, SS, Pirates
102. Sherten Apostel, 3B, Rangers
103. Greg Jones, SS, Rays
104. Brett Baty, 3B, Mets
105. Daniel Lynch, LHP, Royals
106. Cade Cavalli, RHP, Nationals
107. Alek Manoah, RHP, Blue Jays
108. Isaiah Greene, OF, Mets
109. Michael Toglia, 1B, Rockies
110. Heston Kjerstad, OF, Orioles
111. Matthew Libertore, LHP, Cardinals
112. Kameron Misner, OF, Marlins
113. Bobby Dalbec, 1B, Red Sox
114. Hudson Head, OF, Padres
115. Nick Bitsko, RHP, Rays
116. Jose Garcia, SS, Reds
117. Michael Kopech, RHP, White Sox
118. A.J. Puk, LHP, Athletics
119. Tarik Skubal, LHP, Tigers
120. Jhoan Duran, RHP, Twins
121. Bryce Ball, 1B, Braves
122. Tahnaj Thomas, RHP, Pirates
123. Jarren Duran, OF, Red Sox
124. Seth Beer, 1B, Diamondbacks
125. Ryan Mountcastle, OF, Orioles
126. Luis Toribio, 3B, Giants
127. Taylor Trammell, OF, Mariners
128. Jackson Kowar, RHP, Royals
129. Deivi Garcia, RHP, Yankees
130. Robert Puason, SS, Athletics
131. Jonatan Clase, OF, Mariners
132. Tyler Soderstrom, C, Athletics
133. Wilderd Patino, OF, Diamondbacks
134. Jose De La Cruz, OF, Tigers
135. Benyamin Bailey, OF, White Sox
136. Slade Cecconi, RHP, Diamondbacks
137. Richi Gonzalez, OF, Astros
138. Alexander Mojica, 3B, Pirates
139. Reid Detmers, LHP, Angels
140. Luis Medina, RHP, Yankees
141. Brayan Buelvas, OF, Athletics
142. Alejandro Kirk, C, Blue Jays
143. Jared Oliva, OF, Pirates
144. Luis Campusano, C, Padres
145. Blaze Jordan, 3B, Red Sox
146. Matthew Allan, RHP, Mets
147. Cole Wilcox, RHP, Padres
148. Blake Walston, LHP, Diamondbacks
149. Ethan Hankins, RHP, Indians
150. Jordan Balazovic, LHP, Twins
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