Inside the 2026 MLB Spring Training Showdowns That Could Make or Break Fantasy Baseball Titles
Prediction: Simpson is the only draftable member of this group, and he will be overvalued unless he is working out of the leadoff spot. Melton will be the odd-man out, but by July, he will have returned from Triple-A and will earn more playing time than all the others in the second half. Keep an eye on Malloy in AL-only leagues, as the Rays will value his ability to draw walks.
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Pittsburgh Pirates SS: Nick Gonzales vs. Konnor Griffin
The No. 1 prospect in most publications, Griffin is ready to join Paul Skenes as the future of the Pirates. Truthfully, there is no battle here – the Pirates simply need to decide if Griffin is ready to start his clock. His 2025 slash line (.333/.415/.527) says yes. His age (19) says no. Gonzales is merely an innocent bystander who will either play shortstop or work as a utilityman.



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