As we gear up for the 2025 fantasy baseball season, the conversation around the rising costs of young breakout players is heating up. It seems like every draft I participate in, I'm left scratching my head at the astronomical ADP of players like Paul Skenes, who is being drafted as high as third overall. Is this the new norm? Are we overvaluing youth in our quest for the next big thing?
Let’s dive into the implications of this trend. Are we witnessing a shift in how fantasy managers approach drafts? With veterans like Alex Bregman being overlooked in favor of unproven talent, are we risking our rosters on players who may not live up to their inflated expectations?
Take Brent Rooker, for instance. His ADP is sitting at 72, and while he had a stellar season, can we really bank on him repeating that performance, especially with a recent forearm surgery? And what about Lawrence Butler? His hot streak last summer has everyone buzzing, but can he sustain that momentum?
I’m curious to hear your thoughts. Are you willing to take the plunge on these young guns, or do you prefer the stability of seasoned veterans? What strategies are you employing to navigate this tricky draft landscape?
Let’s also talk about the potential bargains hidden in the later rounds. With so much focus on the youth, could we find value in overlooked players? Who are the under-the-radar picks you’re targeting this season?
Join the discussion and share your insights! What’s your take on the price of youth in fantasy baseball?
As we gear up for the 2025 fantasy baseball season, the conversation around the rising costs of young breakout players is heating up. It seems like every draft I participate in, I'm left scratching my head at the astronomical ADP of players like Paul Skenes, who is being drafted as high as third overall. Is this the new norm? Are we overvaluing youth in our quest for the next big thing?
Let’s dive into the implications of this trend. Are we witnessing a shift in how fantasy managers approach drafts? With veterans like Alex Bregman being overlooked in favor of unproven talent, are we risking our rosters on players who may not live up to their inflated expectations?
Take Brent Rooker, for instance. His ADP is sitting at 72, and while he had a stellar season, can we really bank on him repeating that performance, especially with a recent forearm surgery? And what about Lawrence Butler? His hot streak last summer has everyone buzzing, but can he sustain that momentum?
I’m curious to hear your thoughts. Are you willing to take the plunge on these young guns, or do you prefer the stability of seasoned veterans? What strategies are you employing to navigate this tricky draft landscape?
Let’s also talk about the potential bargains hidden in the later rounds. With so much focus on the youth, could we find value in overlooked players? Who are the under-the-radar picks you’re targeting this season?
Join the discussion and share your insights! What’s your take on the price of youth in fantasy baseball?
