- Thu Mar 13, 2025 3:55 pm
#8062
As we dive deeper into the 2025 Fantasy Baseball season, the auction draft strategies are heating up, and I can't help but wonder: how do you approach your auction drafts? Are you a meticulous planner, or do you prefer to go with the flow and adapt as the draft unfolds?
B_Don recently shared his experience in the Memorial Magazine League, and it got me thinking about the balance between spending big on top-tier talent versus hunting for value later in the draft. He mentioned a strategy of building out different spending options based on inflation in the draft room. Do you think this is the best way to navigate an auction draft, or do you find that sticking to a strict budget often leads to better results?
One bold prediction I have is that the trend of undervaluing closers will continue this season. B_Don snagged a middle closer for $14, which seems like a steal in today’s market. Are we going to see more fantasy managers waiting until the later rounds to fill their closer spots, or will the demand for saves push prices up?
Also, what are your thoughts on the importance of flexibility during the draft? B_Don mentioned that he likes to keep his options open and not be a prisoner to exact players. Is this a philosophy you agree with, or do you think having a set list of targets is crucial for success?
Lastly, with the influx of young talent and prospects, how do you evaluate the risk versus reward of drafting unproven players? B_Don took a chance on C.J. Abrams and Jung Hoo Lee, but how do you decide when to take that leap of faith on a prospect?
Let’s hear your thoughts, strategies, and any bold predictions you have for the upcoming season!
B_Don recently shared his experience in the Memorial Magazine League, and it got me thinking about the balance between spending big on top-tier talent versus hunting for value later in the draft. He mentioned a strategy of building out different spending options based on inflation in the draft room. Do you think this is the best way to navigate an auction draft, or do you find that sticking to a strict budget often leads to better results?
One bold prediction I have is that the trend of undervaluing closers will continue this season. B_Don snagged a middle closer for $14, which seems like a steal in today’s market. Are we going to see more fantasy managers waiting until the later rounds to fill their closer spots, or will the demand for saves push prices up?
Also, what are your thoughts on the importance of flexibility during the draft? B_Don mentioned that he likes to keep his options open and not be a prisoner to exact players. Is this a philosophy you agree with, or do you think having a set list of targets is crucial for success?
Lastly, with the influx of young talent and prospects, how do you evaluate the risk versus reward of drafting unproven players? B_Don took a chance on C.J. Abrams and Jung Hoo Lee, but how do you decide when to take that leap of faith on a prospect?
Let’s hear your thoughts, strategies, and any bold predictions you have for the upcoming season!