Many players have been discussed heavily this draft season regarding risk. We have some elite prospects trying to get their footing in the bigs. A few prospects got their first cup of coffee last season but still showcase some flaws. And then there are a couple of veterans who just can’t stay healthy. Let’s look at six players who could elevate your fantasy teams to new heights or be bad draft picks.
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High-Risk/High-Reward Hitters
Jackson Chourio (OF – MIL)
Jackson Chourio destroyed Double-A pitching last season, hitting 22 home runs while stealing 43 bases and hitting .280. Chourio even combined for 173 runs and RBIs over his 122 games. It’s impressive for a ballplayer who will turn 20 on March 11. The breakout season earned Chourio an early contract extension, exciting fantasy managers on draft day. Chourio has much potential but only a few 20-year-olds crush big-league pitching out of the gate. The upside for Chourio, mixed with the lack of experience, makes him a major high-risk and high-reward hitter.
Wyatt Langford (OF – TEX)
Wyatt Langford was the fourth overall pick in last year’s amateur draft and hit the ground running. Langford played in four levels of the minors last year (rookie ball to Triple-A). He hit .360 with 10 home runs and 12 stolen bases over 44 games and 200 plate appearances. Langford is having an excellent spring training, which is elevating his draft price. If Langford makes the big club and plays regularly, he could bring a significant return. However, there is plenty of risk for now as the Rangers have a crowded outfield.
Byron Buxton (UTIL – MIN)
Byron Buxton is a usual suspect in high-risk and high-reward articles. We all know the skills Buxton has when healthy but it is the when healthy part that brings all the risk. Buxton has become a 25+ home run bat while still stealing double-digit bases. He has not played over 100 games since 2017, though. Buxton currently has one of his lowest ADPs in recent years, which makes him much more appealing than usual. He just needs to stay healthy.
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