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The Astros' Cam Smith breaks out and the Royals' offense leads them back to the playoffs. These and other bold predictions for 2026.
The fantasy baseball third base position is extremely top-heavy. The top four options, which include Jose Ramirez, Junior Caminero, Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Manny Machado, are usually taken within the first three rounds of 12-team drafts.
We've already examined which MLB players we think might cash futures bets in offensive stat categories, but what about the pitchers? Aces are nastier than ever, but which of the game's great hurlers will rack up the most strikeouts or pace the field in wins?
Best-case scenario: Months after being sold to an owner worth billions, the Padres finish with 90 or more wins for a third consecutive season. Then, they take advantage of October randomness, leaning on a deep bullpen on their way to the first World Series title in franchise history.
Early storylines in the AL Central are emerging, with Bob Nightengale and Steve Gardner breaking down the division favorites.
Our MLB picks and Spring Training predictions for Friday, March 20 will gladly back the Atlanta Braves, who have been the class of the Grapefruit League.
Which rookies will light up MLB in 2026? We've identified some best bets for the 2026 Rookie of the Year awards
USA baseball out to win WBC championship against Venezuela in Miami final.