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Last Updated: 3/13/07 3:45 pm EST | Rk | Prev | Player, Team | Pos | Notes |
| 1. | -- | Alex Rodriguez, NYY | 3B | Runaway MVP choice became more at ease in NY media spotlight last season, and you saw the results |
| 2. | -- | Jose Reyes, NYM | SS | Production (11 HRs, 57 RBI) regressed, but look for small improvement to go with 70-80 steals |
| 3. | -- | Hanley Ramirez, FLA | SS | Loss of Cabrera makes it tough to duplicate his career ’07 season (.332-29-125-81-51) |
| 4. | -- | David Wright, NYM | 3B | One of 3 members of 30-30 club; only player with more than 25 SBs to top 100 RBI |
| 5. | -- | Matt Holliday, COL | OF | Only player in fantasy with the ability and lineup help to rival A-Rod’s overall production |
| 6. | -- | Chase Utley, PHI | 2B | Unmatched at his position - missed 30 games in ’07 and still led all second baseman with 103 RBI |
| 7. | -- | Miguel Cabrera, DET | 3B | Has rare ability to hit for power and average, should have career year in star-studded Tigers lineup |
| 8. | 9. | Jimmy Rollins, PHI | SS | If you don’t score a shortstop in Round 1, it’s a long fall down to the next (Tulowitzki at No. 38) |
| 9. | 10. | Johan Santana, NYM | SP | So long as sterling health history continues - has 200+ IP in last 4 seasons - should be a lock for 20 wins |
| 10. | 11. | Ryan Howard, PHI | 1B | Pitchers’ knowledge of his weaknesses only affected average (.268); he still finished with 47 HRs, 136 RBI |
| 11. | 8. | Albert Pujols, STL | 1B | Elbow problems a cause for concern to those looking for big comeback year |
| 12. | -- | Prince Fielder, MIL | 1B | Package of size, agility and hand speed make him an extra-base hit machine - had 50 HRs, 87 XBH in ‘07 |
| 13. | -- | Ryan Braun, MIL | 3B,OF | Awful defense at 3B actually a blessing - will take his immense offensive skills to the outfield in ‘08 |
| 14. | -- | David Ortiz, BOS | 1B | November arthroscopic knee surgery was a success, should be healthy for Spring Training |
| 15. | -- | Alfonso Soriano, CHC | OF | Fractured middle finger has slowed him in the spring, but shouldn't linger into regular season |
| 16. | -- | Jake Peavy, SD | SP | Potent combination of nasty stuff, light-hitting division and big home ballpark yields big results |
| 17. | 18. | Carl Crawford, TB | OF | We’ve been expecting 20-HR power for 5 years, but he still hasn’t shown it (had 11 in 584 ABs in 2007) |
| 18. | 17. | Carlos Beltran, NYM | OF | Two things on my Beltran wish list: Be more consistent and hit at Shea (.255 with 11 HRs in ’07) |
| 19. | -- | Brandon Phillips, CIN | 2B | No flaws in his fantasy game - 30/30 power and speed, ability to push 100 runs and RBI |
| 20. | -- | B.J. Upton, TB | 2B,OF | Ready for stardom - more comfort in center field will mean more focus at the plate |
| 21. | -- | Grady Sizemore, CLE | OF | Expectations were too high going into last season, this is the year he reaches the 30-30 mark |
| 22. | -- | Ichiro, SEA | OF | Manager Bob McLaren is reportedly pushing Ichiro for a .400 avg., 80 SBs this season |
| 23. | -- | Carlos Lee, HOU | OF | El Caballo is a fantasy horse - averaging consistent 33 HRs, 112 RBI and 14 SBs over last 5 seasons |
| 24. | -- | Vladimir Guerrero, LAA | OF | Is a superstar and clutch run producer, but lack of SBs makes fantasy game more ordinary |
| 25. | -- | Justin Morneau, MIN | 1B | Pressed in second half of year, but perhaps 6-year, $80 million deal he signed in January will take pressure off |
| 26. | -- | Erik Bedard, SEA | SP | Winning environment, better bullpen, bigger ballpark - yeah, we think Bedard will do OK in Seattle |
| 27. | -- | Magglio Ordonez, DET | OF | Unreasonable to expect .362 average again, but building on 24 HRs is a strong possibility |
| 28. | -- | Lance Berkman, HOU | 1B,OF | Hit 17 HRs in final 2 months to save season - finished with career-worst totals in Ks, 2Bs, OBP, slugging and OPS |
| 29. | -- | Manny Ramirez, BOS | OF | Played in fewer than 135 games for second straight year, had lowest career slugging percentage (.493) |
| 30. | 31. | Curtis Granderson, DET | OF | His all-around game, though not all applies to fantasy, will be gold atop baseball’s most potent lineup |
| 31. | 32. | C.C. Sabathia, CLE | SP | Money question for this season is how he comes back from ’07 work load (241.1 IP) |
| 32. | 33. | Eric Byrnes, ARI | OF | About time to take him seriously - his 25 HR/50 SB potential is for real |
| 33. | 30. | Josh Beckett, BOS | SP | Has eclipsed 200 innings in both seasons with Red Sox, but bad back has owners pushing the panic button this spring |
| 34. | -- | Adam Dunn, CIN | OF | Has 40+ homers in 4 straight seasons, appears to have gotten his big strikeout total under control |
| 35. | -- | Victor Martinez, CLE | C,1B | Know exactly what you’re getting with him - averaging .301 BA, 21 HRs, 99 RBI last 4 seasons |
| 36. | -- | Russell Martin, LAD | C | Most versatile fantasy catcher had 3 times more SBs (21) than next closest at his position |
| 37. | -- | Robinson Cano, NYY | 2B | Has the tools to hit .320 with 25 HRs, 100 RBI and 100 runs; wasn’t far from doing it last season |
| 38. | -- | Troy Tulowitzki, COL | SS | Bargain hunters will seek this ROY runner-up; was second among shortstops with 99 RBI as a rookie |
| 39. | -- | Carlos Pena, TB | 1B | Late bloomer is a legitimate power source - combined 46 HRs with .411 on-base pct. in breakout ’07 season |
| 40. | -- | Brian Roberts, BAL | 2B | Hands down the top running second baseman in fantasy - had 17 more SBs (50) than No. 2 on list |
| 41. | 42. | Torii Hunter, LAA | OF | Change of scenery shouldn’t affect his output - pencil him in for 25-30 HRs, 15-20 SBs, 100 RBI |
| 42. | 43. | Aramis Ramirez, CHC | 3B | Could push 40 homers in new-look Cubs offense, but has missed at least 30 games in 2 of last 3 seasons |
| 43. | 44. | Garrett Atkins, COL | 3B | Didn’t get going until June - had 3 HRs, 20 RBI in first 51 games; 22 HRs, 81 RBI in final 106 |
| 44. | 45. | Alex Rios, TOR | OF | May have reached his ceiling, but .300-25-100-100-15 type numbers are still nice commodities |
| 45. | 46. | Brandon Webb, ARI | SP | Club record 42-inning scoreless streak highlighted big 2nd half - went 10-4 with 2.56 ERA after the break |
| 46. | 47. | Chone Figgins, LAA | 3B,OF | Batting numbers (.330/.393/.432) skyrocketed, and 41 SBs would have been closer to 60 if not for injury |
| 47. | 48. | Mark Teixeira, ATL | 1B | Pounded NL pitching to the tune of .317 with 17 HRs, 56 RBIs in 54 games with Atlanta |
| 48. | 49. | Nick Markakis, BAL | OF | If he got balanced .300-23-97-112-18 numbers for lousy O’s in ’07, he can do the same any season |
| 49. | 50. | Carlos Guillen, DET | 1B,SS | Arrival of Renteria shifts him to first base, meaning multi-position eligibility, higher likelihood of staying healthy |
| 50. | 51. | Derrek Lee, CHC | 1B | Wrist limited him in first half of last season; as he got healthier, he hit 16 HRs in final 68 games of 2007 |
| 51. | 52. | J.J. Putz, SEA | RP | Strikeout rate dipped to 10.3 Ks per 9, but he saved 40 games and slashed his opponent's batting average to just .153 |
| 52. | 53. | Derek Jeter, NYY | SS | History says his power-speed numbers (12 HRs, 15 steals) will improve - he had 20+ of one or the other in 8 of the previous 10 seasons |
| 53. | 54. | Jonathan Papelbon, BOS | RP | Was used more sparingly last season, but was filthy in 59 games with 37 saves and career-best 85 Ks in 58.1 innings |
| 54. | 55. | Cole Hamels, PHI | 1B | Can't wait to watch this 25-year old talent duel with Mets' Johan Santana come playoff time |
| 55. | 56. | Bobby Abreu, NYY | OF | 20-home run power may be thing of the past, but has at least 20 steals and 100 RBI in 6 of past 7 seasons |
| 56. | 57. | Francisco Rodriguez, LAA | RP | Has 146 saves at just 26 years of age; the early makings of a Hall of Fame career |
| 57. | 58. | Chipper Jones, ATL | 3B | DNPs continue to add up (played in less than 140 games for 4th straight year), but so do .320-25-100 type seasons |
| 58. | 41. | Gary Sheffield, DET | OF | Struggled with a bum shoulder late (hit .178 in Aug. and Sept.), but was among fantasy’s best early |
| 59. | -- | Corey Hart, MIL | OF | May look like an ewok, but he delivers production in all roto categories |
| 60. | -- | Hunter Pence, HOU | OF | Scale back expectations a tad - may not reach either .322 average or 17 homers in '08 |
| 61. | -- | John Lackey, LAA | SP | Still in prime of his career, comes off career-best 19 wins, 3.01 ERA, 1.21 WHIP and 2.1 walks per 9 innings |
| 62. | -- | Ian Kinsler, TEX | 2B | Early season dynamo came back from midseason stress fracture to finish with 20 HRS and 23 SBs (in 25 attempts) |
| 63. | -- | Justin Verlander, DET | SP | Has won 35 games in first two full seasons, is now backed by MLB's most explosive offense |
| 64. | 65. | Rafael Furcal, LAD | SS | Look at 12-for-12 steals last September as indication of what healthier ankle could mean for '08 |
| 65. | 67. | Carlos Zambrano, CHC | SP | Contract talks derailed his sixth season before it started - look for him to bounce back with 18 wins, 3.40 ERA, 200 Ks |
| 66. | -- | Brian McCann, ATL | C | Quickly becoming one of baseball's best young clutch hitters - has averaged 21 HRs, 93 RBI in 2 pro seasons |
| 67. | 69. | Ryan Zimmerman, WAS | 3B | Looking like strong breakout candidate - handful of 30 doubles he hit at RFK will be home runs in new Nationals park |
| 68. | -- | Roy Oswalt, HOU | SP | At his least dominant in '07 in all measurable ways: declining Ks, career-worst walks and opposing batting average |
| 69. | 70. | Chris Young, SD | SP | Has been unhittable with Padres, but offense struggles to score runs behind him (avg. 10 wins last 2 seasons) |
| 70. | 64. | Miguel Tejada, HOU | SS | Perjury, steroids clouds loom over him, but shouldn't stop him from hitting .300-20-100 in first season with 'Stros |
| 71. | -- | Adrian Gonzalez, SD | 1B | Petco Park just kills production: hit .295 with 20 HRs and 64 RBI on road, just .266-10-36 at home |
| 72. | 73. | Michael Young, TEX | SS | A lock to play every day and go .315-10-90-90, but dwindling power and below-average steals are problems |
| 73. | 83. | John Smoltz, ATL | SP | Ageless wonder offers no reason why he wouldn't reach 200 IP, 15 wins and 3.20 ERA |
| 74. | 82. | Joe Nathan, MIN | RP | One of game's most reliable closers was more human with higher BAA, lower K count last season |
| 75. | 74. | Dan Haren, ARI | SP | Came of age in 2007, trade to NL West beneficial with pitcher's parks in San Diego, San Francisco and LA |
| 76. | 75. | Jorge Posada, NYY | C | New contract in hand, looks for second straight 20-HR, 90-RBI season |
| 77. | -- | Chris Young, ARI | OF | Strikeouts piled up, average came crashing down, yet still made a run at 30-30 club (32 HRs, 27 SBs) |
| 78. | 80. | Aaron Harang, CIN | SP | Had nearly identical seasons in '06 and '07, only he gashed 27 points off opponents batting avg. |
| 79. | 78. | Hideki Matsui, NYY | OF | If healthy, is a lock for 20 HRs, 100 runs, 100 RBI - could be a great value if drafted here |
| 80. | 74. | Felix Hernandez, SEA | SP | This could be the year he consistently dominates - went 10-3 in final 13 decisions in '07 |
| 81. | 79. | Joe Mauer, MIN | C | Light hitter was much more valuable in fantasy in 2006 when he was hitting .347 |
| 82. | 81. | Scott Kazmir, TB | SP | Rays stand to be much improved in '08, now if he could only cut down on walks totals and improve WHIP |
| 83. | 84. | Edgar Renteria, DET | SS | Will be key cog in Tigers' powerful lineup, likely hitting No. 2 ahead of Cabrera, Ordonez, Sheffield |
| 84. | 85. | Jeff Francoeur, ATL | OF | Look for preseason sleeper to rediscover power stroke and once again drive in 100 runs |
| 85. | 88. | Daisuke Matsuzaka, BOS | SP | Command issues limited his first MLB season, but it was still very productive: 15-12, 4.40 ERA, 1.32 WHIP, 201 Ks |
| 86. | -- | Vernon Wells, TOR | OF | Reportedly healthy (shoulder surgery) entering spring training, monitor his progress |
| 87. | -- | Billy Wagner, NYM | RP | Big-armed, little lefty looks like arm will explode with every pitch, but flat out gets it done |
| 88. | 72. | Juan Pierre, LAD | OF | What he means to you all depends on how desperate you are for speed - expect someone to overpay for him in drafts |
| 89. | -- | Dan Uggla, FLA | 2B | Can't assume he hits .245 again; avg. increase will offset some of the run production he'll surely lose |
| 90. | -- | Roy Halladay, TOR | SP | K rate, ERA and WHIP have all declined over last 3 seasons, but remains one of few pitchers that can win 20 games |
| 91. | -- | Delmon Young, MIN | OF | Trade to Twins not a benefit, but having played a full MLB season will get him on course for 20+ HRs |
| 92. | -- | Takashi Saito, LAD | RP | Will be 38 at season's start, but check out success so far: 1.77 ERA, 0.82 WHIP and 63-for-69 save opps in 2 seasons |
| 93. | -- | Paul Konerko, CHW | 1B | Bad fortune was a bigger factor than age in '07 decline; turns 32 in March, career isn't over yet |
| 94. | -- | Tim Lincecum, SF | SP | Like the fact that his 100 mph heat helps rack up Ks, serves as a fallback in tough game situations |
| 95. | -- | Rickie Weeks, MIL | 2B | Manager Ned Yost expects a big year, has already penciled him in as Brew Crew's leadoff hitter |
| 96. | -- | Jason Bay, PIT | OF | Didn't have a clue at the plate in '07; expect comeback to productivity, but not stardom |
| 97. | -- | Howie Kendrick, LAA | 2B | Development of power is the question - may end up comparable to Placido Polanco (high average, low production) |
| 98. | -- | Rafael Soriano, ATL | RP | When he's rolling, can offer elite ERA and WHIP numbers - went 1-0 with 3 saves, 0.69 ERA, 0.54 WHIP in Sept. |
| 99. | 101. | Mariano Rivera, NYY | RP | Legendary closer is more likely to be handled with care and match '07 numbers (3.15 ERA, 30 saves) than make big comeback |
| 100. | 104. | Fausto Carmona, CLE | RP | Was sinkerballer a one-hit wonder? Inability to tell the reason he lasts this long |
| 101. | -- | Jose Valverde, HOU | RP | Flyin' Hawaiian was efficient stealing bases (37-41) and hit 12 home runs in 131 games in debut as starter |
| 102. | 104. | Francisco Liriano, MIN | SP | The definition of an upside draft pick - could be elite fantasy pitcher or nagging injury risk |
| 103. | 106. | Todd Helton, COL | 1B | Extremely valuable in league that counts OBP (career .430), but too light-hitting to be starter in standard leagues |
| 104. | 107. | Bobby Jenks, CHW | RP | Back-to-back 40-save seasons - made leaps and bounds in '07 by not trying to strike everyone out |
| 105. | 100. | Yovani Gallardo, MIL | SP | Torn cartilage in left knee required surgery; will miss first 4 weeks of Spring Training |
| 106. | 108. | Francisco Cordero, CIN | RP | Inked big-time deal with Reds, and he stays in NL Central, where he was among fantasy's best closers |
| 107. | 103. | Shane Victorino, PHI | OF | Flyin' Hawaiian was efficient stealing bases (37-41) and hit 12 home runs in 131 games in debut as starter |
| 108. | -- | Nick Swisher, CHW | 1B,OF | Among the big gainers in offseason trades; moves to hitter-friendly U.S. Cellular Field and joins a contender in Chicago |
| 109. | 94. | Alex Gordon, KC | 1B/3B | Classic case of late arrival - don't forget about this former prospect's big-time power potential |
| 110. | -- | Brad Hawpe, COL | OF | Being overshadowed by Holliday, Atkins and Helton keeps him flying quietly under the radar |
| 111. | -- | Matt Kemp, LAD | OF | Time to watch his talents waste away in platoon appear to be over; should be Dodgers starter in RF |
| 112. | -- | Trevor Hoffman, SD | RP | Not the high K rate you look for in a closer, but hard to argue with 4 straight 40-save seasons, 2.73 lifetime ERA |
| 113. | -- | Jeff Kent, LAD | 2B | Over the hill, but remains one of few second baseman with 20-home run pop |
| 114. | -- | Mike Lowell, BOS | 3B | Freakish RBI total (120) a result of delivering in clutch - hit .356 with runners in scoring position |
| 115. | -- | Raul Ibanez, SEA | OF | Hit just 7 home runs at Safeco Field in '07, compared to 17 in breaktout '06 campaign |
| 116. | -- | Adrian Beltre, SEA | 3B | Still has good years ahead of him and is already an established fantasy producer |
| 117. | 131. | Andruw Jones, LAD | OF | Not easy to ignore the .222 batting average, but a bounceback into .260, 30-home run territory should be expected |
| 118. | 120. | Ben Sheets, MIL | SP | Question is, when do consistent fluke injuries cease to be flukes? |
| 119. | 129. | Javier Vazquez, CHW | SP | Got career back on track with 15 wins, 213 strikeouts in second season with White Sox |
| 120. | -- | Huston Street, OAK | RP | Dominant stuff (career: 2.58 ERA, 1.02 WHIP) translates no matter how average the team is |
| 121. | -- | Jim Thome, CHW | 1B | Know going into the season that he won't play every day, but still gladly accept the 35 HRs |
| 122. | -- | Johnny Damon, NYY | OF | Changed his game - no longer 20-HR threat, but became a much better base runner (27-of-30 steals in '07) |
| 123. | -- | Rich Hill, CHC | SP | Concerned that lack of run support is part of bigger trend a la San Diego's Chris Young |
| 124. | -- | Brett Myers, PHI | SP | Starter-closer-starter - conversion back will mean additional 125 Ks to your season total |
| 125. | -- | Manny Corpas, COL | RP | Nnot intimidated by 9th inning pressure and is great when starting an inning (0.60 ERA with bases empty) |
| 126. | 118. | Joba Chamberlain, NYY | RP | Still not sure what his role will be throughout season, just know that starter or reliever, he'll be very good |
| 127. | 119. | Ted Lilly, CHC | SP | Veteran lefthander has high strikeout rate and pitches behind one of game's best offenses; a nice, complementary piece to your fantasy staff |
| 128. | -- | Jermaine Dye, CHW | OF | With second-half resurgence (.298, 16 HRs post-break) comes optimism for another monster season |
| 129. | 135. | Chien-Ming Wang, NYY | SP | Nothing to write home about, but strikeout rate rose from 3.1 per 9 innings to 4.7 as he won 19 games for 2nd straight season |
| 130. | -- | Tim Hudson, ATL | SP | Bounceback season (3.33 ERA, 16 wins) put him back on fantasy map, made him darkhorse Cy Young candidate |
| 131. | 140. | Matt Capps, PIT | RP | Pirates love his combination of fearlessness and ability to pound the strike zone |
| 132. | 135. | Orlando Cabrera, CHW | SS | Move to hitter friendly U.S. Cellular Field should push his HR total back into double-digits |
| 133. | 136. | Placido Polanco, DET | 2B | No help in premium categories, but provides massive assistance in runs and average as the Tigers No. 2 hitter |
| 134. | 110. | James Shields, TB | SP | Consistently worked deep into games (6+ IP in 29 of 31 starts), a trait that bodes well for future success |
| 135. | 138. | James Loney, LAD | 1B | A pleasant surprise to hit .331 in rookie season, now we see how accurate reports are on his limited power |
| 136. | 137. | Josh Hamilton, TEX | OF | When healthy, is the type of talent that can make 30 homers and 100 RBI look easy |
| 137. | 138. | Chad Billingsley, LAD | SP | Joe Torre loves his arm; imagine numbers similar to Giants' Matt Cain, except with a handful more wins |
| 138. | 128. | Evan Longoria, TB | 3B | Will get the Ryan Braun treatment early, not because he can't play defense, but because it makes good financial sense |
| 139. | 148. | Adam Wainwright, STL | SP | Adjustment from reliever to starter was complete by midseason; went 7-5 with a 2.71 ERA in 2nd half |
| 140. | 133. | Edwin Encarnacion, CIN | 3B | Popular breakout candidate is getting stamp of approval from new manager Dusty Baker |
| 141. | 144. | Dustin McGowan, TOR | SP | Was up and down in first season as a starter; has to consistently take electric arsenal deeper into games |
| 142. | 141. | Pedro Martinez, NYM | SP | Stay tuned to how he finishes out spring to determine his health; even 75% of old Pedro would be worth a 15th round pick |
| 143. | 142. | Kenji Johjima, SEA | C | Is a reliable, though limited, source of decent power and batting average from catcher position |
| 144. | 139. | Ryan Garko, CLE | 1B | Sleeper is a good candidate to fill 1B/3B slot with ability to hit .290 with 25 homers |
| 145. | 147. | Ian Snell, PIT | SP | Hard to get on board with Pirates pitcher, especially when he's coming off a 9-win season |
| 146. | 146. | Jhonny Peralta, CLE | SS | Set the bar at about proper height in '07 - numbers were halfway between extremely good 2005 and not-so-good 2006 campaigns |
| 147. | -- | John Maine, NYM | SP | Should make run at 15 wins again, but ERA could top 4.00 with his frequently allowed home run balls |
| 148. | -- | A.J. Burnett, TOR | SP | One of these seasons, he's going to punish those who were too afraid to take the risk; I'll keep letting someone else find out |
| 149. | -- | Ivan Rodriguez, DET | C | Hitting cover off the ball in the spring, but 10-homer power will return for the regular season |
| 150. | -- | Kevin Kouzmanoff, SD | 3B | A quality big league hitter just entering his prime, but Petco Park puts a serious cap on his numbers |
| 151. | 155. | Jacoby Ellsbury, BOS | OF | Can be had for better prices than this in live drafts; has 15 HR, 30 SB potential if he wins Boston CF job |
| 152. | -- | Adam LaRoche, PIT | 1B | Comes off down season and still plays for Pirates, but is a good producer with outside shot at 30/100 |
| 153. | 102. | Clay Buchholz, BOS | SP | Talented rook stumbles upon a rotation spot, and he has the repertoire and athleticism to take advantage of it |
| 154. | 156. | Kevin Youkilis, BOS | 1B | Poor man's version of Todd Helton chips in a solid number in 4 of 5 offensive categories |
| 155. | 157. | Ken Griffey Jr., CIN | OF | Old Man River has averaged nearly 31 HRs over last 3 seasons, despite missing combined 105 games |
| 156. | 158. | Chad Cordero, WAS | RP | Saved more than half (37) of Nationals' 73 wins in '07; trade candidate if Nats are out of NL East race |
| 157. | 159. | Pat Burrell, PHI | OF | Annual late starts usually land him on the waiver wire by midseason, when he heats up and helps one of your rivals |
| 158. | 158. | Brad Penny, LAD | SP | Had a more positive 2nd half than in previous seasons, but post-break ERA and WHIP still sat at 3.84 and 1.46 |
| 159. | 168. | Jered Weaver, LAA | SP | With Lackey nursing injury, is vying with Jon Garland for first Opening Day start |
| 160. | 169. | Kosuke Fukudome, CHC | OF | All indications are that he only has 12-18 home run power, but looks like he'll make a quick transition to becoming a .300 hitter |
| 161. | 171. | Phil Hughes, NYY | SP | Flying under the radar with Chamberlain and Buchholz grabbing attention, but is turning heads in the spring to remind us of his talents |
| 162. | 161. | Bengie Molina, SF | C | Prime candidate to slip well beyond this point in drafts, at which point you take 80 RBIs and run |
| 163. | 162. | Dustin Pedroia, BOS | 2B | Minimal pop in his bat, just hits for high average and scores runs in the Placido Polanco mold |
| 164. | 164. | Aaron Hill, TOR | 2B | A fringe starter for fantasy teams last season, a full body of work has convinced most he's worthy of an upgrade |
| 165. | 165. | Michael Cuddyer, MIN | OF | Disappointed with just 16 homers, but again finds himself surrounded by quality bats in Morneau, Mauer, Delmon Young |
| 166. | 166. | Julio Lugo, BOS | SS | Go figure, was more productive with power and speed while hitting .197 in 1st half than while hitting .280 in the 2nd |
| 167. | 167. | Frank Thomas, TOR | DH | As he pushes 40 years old, has taken him into May and June to find his stroke and start hitting |
| 168. | 152. | Brad Lidge, PHI | RP | Looking strong after Feb. 25 knee surgery, could be ready to pitch by Opening Day |
| 169. | -- | Khalil Greene, SD | SS | Low average and inconsistency are maddening, but is quality option for those in need of a power-hitting middle infielder |
| 170. | -- | Carlos Delgado, NYM | 1B | Same hip that bothered him in '07 is acting up again; avoid him until you see good health indicators |
| 171. | -- | Jeremy Bonderman, DET | SP | Developing a changeup isn't only thing that needs work; must maintain focus and allow fewer big innings |
| 172. | -- | Casey Kotchman, LAA | 1B | Worth a late flyer as an average major league hitter with chance of developing into something more |
| 173. | -- | Troy Glaus, STL | 3B | Health always a concern, but shift to grass surface could keep him in the lineup enough to rack up 30 homers |
| 174. | -- | Kevin Gregg, FLA | RP | Marlins' loss of talent leaves many doubts there will be enough opportunities for 25+ saves |
| 175. | -- | Aaron Rowand, SF | OF | Nice fit for Giants to patrol a spaciious outfield, just don't look for him to match 27 HRs or 89 RBIs with that lineup and home park |
| 176. | -- | Joakim Soria, KC | RP | Royals are improved to the point where 30 saves and 80 strikeouts are good possibilities |
| 177. | -- | Willy Taveras, COL | OF | With steals easier to come by than in previous years, it's hard to swallow next to no contributions in HRs and RBIs |
| 178. | -- | Derek Lowe, LAD | SP | His sinker and Dodger Stadium are match made in heaven; look for rebound back to 15-win plateau |
| 179. | -- | Michael Bourne, HOU | OF | Speedster gets chance to start in center field, hit leadoff for improved Astros offense; potential for 40 SBs here |
| 180. | -- | Bronson Arroyo, CIN | SP | Doesn't have overpowering stuff and pitches in hitter's park; stat regression could continue in '08 |
| 181. | -- | Joe Borowski, CLE | RP | Won't overwhelm with ERA and WHIP stat line, but should have no trouble improving upon 5.07 and 1.43 |
| 182. | -- | Todd Jones, DET | RP | Converts high percentage of save chances - averaging 38 over past 3 seasons - but really crashes and burns when he blows saves |
| 183. | -- | Justin Upton, ARI | OF | Requires much good faith to select him here, but you have little to lose gambling on super talent with Ken Griffey Jr. like potential |
| 184. | -- | Tom Gorzelanny, PIT | SP | Had legit chance to win 15 games, then went 0-3 with 6.94 ERA in final 4 starts to finish 14-10 |
| 185. | -- | Kazuo Matsui, HOU | 2B | Speed, low center of gravity and smarts make him one of NL's better base stealers - he was 32-for-34 in SB attempts in '07 |
| 186. | -- | Joey Votto, CIN | 1B | Poor spring training effort leaves platoon with Scott Hatteberg as best-case scenario for playing time |
| 187. | -- | Josh Willingham, FLA | OF | Good RBI guy in bad situation to drive in runs; should still top 20 HRs, 70 RBIs for 3rd straight season |
| 188. | -- | Akinori Iwamura, TB | 2B | Move to second base makes high-average, run-scoring game much more useful in fantasy |
| 189. | -- | J.J. Hardy, MIL | SS | Tale of two seasons for All-Star shortstop: 15 HRs, 43 RBIs in first 204 ABs; 11 HRS, 37 RBIs in final 388 |
| 190. | -- | Billy Butler, KC | DH | Hitting .419 through first 13 spring games, power should blossom into 20+ homers in second season |
| 191. | -- | Carlos Marmol, CHC | RP | Has most electric stuff among Cubs closer candidates, but will likely fill 8th inning role as Pinella favors Howry's experience |
| 192. | -- | Joe Blanton, OAK | SP | As long as he pitches well enough to fetch market value, look for midseason trade to contending team |
| 193. | -- | Oliver Perez, NYM | SP | Bouts with wildness, sketchy track record make him least trustworthy of Mets' five starters |
| 194. | -- | Jason Varitek, BOS | C | Still some juice in his bat (17 HRs in '07), but soon-to-be 36-year old looks like definite .250 hitter |
| 195. | 132. | Jarrod Saltalamacchia, TEX | C | Falling out of favor with Rangers, who may send his difference-making power to Triple-A for further development |
| 196. | 204. | Stephen Drew, ARI | SS | Has all the tools to bounce back from rookie season struggles and go for .280-20-80-80-20 type numbers |
| 197. | 210. | Zack Greinke, KC | SP | Fastball is alive, confidence is back, and he's in starting rotation; risk-reward guy with chance for big things |
| 198. | 203. | Kelly Johnson, ATL | 2B | No number in his stat line sticks out; plate discipline, lineup position (leadoff) should lead to 2nd solid season |
| 199. | 216. | Brandon Lyon, ARI | RP | OK to question his durability as D-Backs new closer, but he will be effective so long as he's in the role |
| 200. | 208. | Geovany Soto, CHC | C | Fact he developed power as he tore through minors makes us think he'll transition smoothly to everyday catching duties |
| 201. | 199. | Eric Gagne, MIL | SP | ..... |
| 202. | 196. | Jeremy Hermida, FLA | OF | ..... |
| 203. | 215. | Dontrelle Willis, DET | SP | ..... |
| 204. | 200. | Brian Wilson, SF | RP | ..... |
| 205. | 201. | Andy Pettitte, NYY | SP | ..... |
| 206. | 213. | J.D. Drew, BOS | OF | ..... |
| 207. | 214. | Jon Garland, LAA | SP | ..... |
| 208. | 195. | Orlando Hudson, ARI | 2B | ..... |
| 209. | 197. | Ty Wigginton, HOU | SP | ..... |
| 210. | 198. | Gary Matthews Jr. | OF | ..... |
| 211. | 202. | Conor Jackson, ARI | 1B | ..... |
| 212. | NR | Bob Howry, CHC | RP | ..... |
| 213. | 205. | Casey Blake, CLE | 3B | ..... |
| 214. | 206. | Lyle Overbay, TOR | 1B | ..... |
| 215. | -- | Daric Barton, OAK | 1B | ..... |
| 216. | 207. | Ryan Theriot, CHC | 2B/SS | ..... |
| 217. | 209. | Greg Maddux, SD | SP | ..... |
| 218. | 211. | Ramon Hernandez, BAL | C | ..... |
| 219. | -- | Rick Ankiel, STL | OF | ..... |
| 220. | -- | Randy Winn, SF | OF | ..... |
| 221. | -- | Freddy Sanchez, PIT | 2B | ..... |
| 222. | -- | Hank Blalock, TEX | 3B | ..... |
| 223. | -- | Melky Cabrera, NYY | OF | ..... |
| 224. | -- | Dave Bush, MIL | SP | ..... |
| 225. | -- | Mike Cameron, MIL | OF | ..... |
| 226. | -- | Barry Zito, SF | SP | ..... |
| 227. | -- | Jason Giambi, NYY | 1B | ..... |
| 228. | -- | C.J. Wilson, TEX | RP | ..... |
| 229. | -- | Rich Harden, OAK | SP | ..... |
| 230. | -- | Dmitri Young, WAS | 1B | ..... |
| 231. | -- | Mark Teahen, KC | OF | ..... |
| 232. | -- | Jonathan Broxton, LAD | RP | ..... |
| 233. | 249. | Randy Johnson, ARI | SP | ..... |
| 234. | -- | Yunel Escobar, ATL | 2B/SS | ..... |
| 235. | 250. | B.J. Ryan, TOR | RP | ..... |
| 236. | -- | Gil Meche, KC | SP | ..... |
| 237. | -- | Micah Owings, ARI | SP | ..... |
| 238. | -- | Coco Crisp, BOS | OF | ..... |
| 239. | -- | A.J. Pierzynski, CHW | C | ..... |
| 240. | -- | Matt Garza, TB | SP | ..... |
| 241. | -- | Austin Kearns, WAS | OF | ..... |
| 242. | -- | Luis Castillo, NYM | 2B | ..... |
| 243. | -- | Scott Rolen, TOR | 3B | ..... |
| 244. | -- | Mike Jacobs, FLA | 1B | ..... |
| 245. | -- | George Sherrill, BAL | RP | ..... |
| 246. | -- | Felipe Lopez, WAS | SS | ..... |
| 247. | -- | Mike Napoli, LAA | C | ..... |
| 248. | -- | Hideki Okajima, BOS | RP | ..... |
| 249. | -- | Asdrubal Cabrera, CLE | 2B | ..... |
| 250. | -- | Jon Lester, BOS | SP | ..... |
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