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Joe Pisapia unveils his favorite breakouts for the 2024 Fantasy Baseball season! Check out each of his picks below!
Top 10 Fantasy Baseball Breakout Candidates to Draft
- Zack Gelof, Second Baseman, Oakland A’s – Gelof showed promise in his debut season, combining power and speed effectively.
- Logan O’Hoppe, Catcher, Los Angeles Angels – After a shoulder injury, O’Hoppe returned late in the season, showcasing his power-hitting ability.
- Michael King, SP/RP, San Diego Padres – Acquired from New York, King is transitioning from a reliever to a starting role, showing potential for high-level performance.
- Francisco Alvarez, Catcher, New York Mets – Alvarez’s debut season included significant home run power, indicating room for improvement and potential growth.
- Brayan Bello, Starting Pitcher, Boston Red Sox – Bello’s first season was commendable, especially considering the tough division he was playing in.
- Cole Ragans, Starting Pitcher, Kansas City Royals – Ragans transformed from a struggling reliever to a successful starter, displaying a high strikeout rate and improved ERA.
- Oneil Cruz, Shortstop, Pittsburgh Pirates – Following an injury-shortened season, Cruz’s blend of power and speed makes him an exciting prospect.
- Bobby Miller, Starting Pitcher, Los Angeles Dodgers – As part of the Dodgers’ youth movement, Miller’s solid stats suggest he has room for improvement.
- Grayson Rodriguez, Starting Pitcher, Baltimore Orioles – Despite some ups and downs, Rodriguez showed strong potential at the end of the season.
- Eury Perez, Starting Pitcher, Miami Marlins – Perez’s 90 innings last season showcased his potential as a breakout starting pitcher.
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