Fantasy Baseball Today 2026 Util-Only Preview & Position Previews Recap! (2/25 Fantasy Baseball Podcast)
Feb 25, 2026
They debate drafting util-only bats early and how that limits roster flexibility. ADP talk centers on Shohei Ohtani, Aaron Judge, and using Ohtani as hitter versus pitcher. They quarrel over Kyle Schwarber’s second-round value and Yordan Alvarez’s post-injury discount. Position recaps cover catcher, corner infield, middle infield, outfield strategies, starting pitcher plans, and relief pitcher targets.
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Hosts Promote FBT Newsletter And Live Mocks
- Frank jokes about signing up for the FBT newsletter and Chris' work, recommending listeners scan the QR for free draft info.
- The hosts repeatedly promote the newsletter and upcoming live mock drafts as practical prep.
Three Distinct Late Utility Upsides
- Marcelo Ozuna, Bryce Eldridge, and Moises Ballesteros are deep-value util options with different risk-reward profiles.
- Eldridge offers 80-grade power and likely early 1B eligibility; Ozuna is bounce-back candidate but age/park concerns; Ballesteros is high AVG upside but rookie risks.
Wait On Catcher In One Catcher Leagues
- Do avoid spending early draft capital on catchers in one-catcher leagues because catcher depth is strong and value usually appears late.
- Scott says treat catcher like one‑QB NFL drafts: only invest early if value is glaring; otherwise use late picks.