2025 MLB Fantasy Baseball: Top Prospects to Watch for Fantasy Value

Hope springs eternal in both MLB teams and fantasy baseball leagues. Each season, the spotlight shines on highly touted rookies who bring promise and optimism. Here’s a look at the top 10 prospects with notable fantasy value for the 2025 season, based on their potential contributions and projected playing time.

1. Dylan Crews, OF, Washington Nationals (Ranked No. 6)

Crews, the second-overall pick in the 2023 MLB Draft, is set to start the season as Washington’s everyday right fielder. Expect a .250 average, 12-15 home runs, and 20-25 stolen bases.

2. Roki Sasaki, SP, Los Angeles Dodgers (No. 1)

Sasaki, the top prospect, has ace potential. However, his workload and development phase suggest 20-25 starts with solid strikeouts and wins, though not ace-level performance right away.

3. Matt Shaw, 3B, Chicago Cubs (No. 23)

Shaw is likely to be the Cubs' Opening Day third baseman. He offers a solid batting average and 15-25 homers with stolen base potential in a good lineup.

4. Chandler Simpson, OF, Tampa Bay Rays (No. 91)

Simpson led the minors with 104 steals last season. Even with limited playing time, he could steal 50 bases, making him a valuable fantasy asset.

5. Roman Anthony, OF, Boston Red Sox (No. 2)

Anthony is the top position player prospect with plus on-base potential, 25-35 HR upside, and the speed to play all outfield positions. He might not play a full season but has star potential.

6. Kristian Campbell, 2B, Red Sox (No. 26)

Campbell is expected to spend at least half the season in Boston, offering 12-15 homers and 20-25 stolen bases with a solid batting average.

7. Jackson Jobe, SP, Detroit Tigers (No. 7)

Jobe has frontline potential but faces workload management due to past injuries. Despite his raw talent, his pitches' movement can sometimes lead to control issues.

8. Kumar Rocker, SP, Texas Rangers (No. 35)

Rocker is returning to form after surgeries. He may not start the season in the rotation but could make 20 starts, showing frontline performance by mid-season.

9. Jacob Wilson, SS, Athletics (No. 31)

Wilson is an excellent hitter for average but lacks power and stolen bases. He’s more valuable to his team than fantasy owners due to his high-floor, low-ceiling profile.

10. Colson Montgomery, SS, Chicago White Sox (No. 33)

Montgomery may start the season with Chicago but could benefit from more time in Triple-A. He has limited range but offers a solid offensive output with 12-18 homers.

Players to Monitor for ROY Upside

Keep an eye on Coby Mayo (Orioles), Alex Freeland (Dodgers), and Dalton Rushing (Dodgers), who have significant potential but may debut later in the season.

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