2/2, BB (.308 BA)

Maybe batting behind his cousin has unlocked another level. Either way, hitting ahead of Bobby Witt Jr. is prime real estate and should boost your Runs category all season long.

1.0 IP, 2 K’s, Save

The undrafted Cubs closer continues to prove a key fantasy lesson—don’t overpay for relievers. Every year, arms like Palencia emerge to deliver 20+ saves with elite ERA numbers.

2/2, BB (.308 BA)

Yes, Yankees fans might roll their eyes—but not long ago he was a 25-HR middle infielder.
In OBP leagues, take a closer look: he swapped 35 strikeouts for 20 walks last year.

Was it better calls on full counts… or improved plate vision?
There might be something brewing here 👀

0-2, 2 BB (.000 BA)

A full “Blutarski” batting average in the WBC could just be an outlier—but for the consensus #2 catcher in baseball, it might push him down a round on draft day.

The good news? There’s actually solid depth at catcher this year, giving fantasy managers more flexibility than usual.