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Aaron Judge LF,CF,RF,DH - NYY | Yordan Alvarez LF,DH - HOU |
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| | Aaron Judge is making his spring debut on Saturday against the Astros.
Nicholas Rodriguez
Sat, Mar 1st | Manager Joe Espada confirmed Monday that Yordan Alvarez will start the season batting third in the lineup.
Nicholas Rodriguez
Tue, Mar 25th |
| | Yankees manager Aaron Boone said Aaron Judge will make his Grapefruit League debut on Saturday.
Ari Koslow
Thu, Feb 27th | Yordan Alvarez is back in the Astros lineup on Wednesday.
Ari Koslow
Wed, Mar 19th |
| | Yankees manager Aaron Boone confirmed Wednesday on Foul Territory TV that Aaron Judge will return to the No. 2 spot in the batting order this season.
Bruno Mulé
Wed, Feb 26th | Yordan Alvarez was scratched from Tuesday's lineup with a sore right thumb.
Ari Koslow
Tue, Mar 18th |
| | Yankees manager Aaron Boone said Aaron Judge being held out of spring games until March 1 or so.
Ari Koslow
Thu, Feb 20th | Yordan Alvarez will rarely play left field for the Astros this season, with the team opting to preserve his health, per club updates.
Bruno Mulé
Fri, Mar 14th |
| | Aaron Judge said he's open to playing in the 2026 World Baseball Classic.
Ari Koslow
Wed, Feb 19th | Yordan Alvarez is expected to make his spring training debut on Thursday against the Mets.
Ari Koslow
Tue, Feb 25th |
| Notes | |
| | Aaron Judge roared back to form in 2024, reclaiming his spot as one of fantasy baseball's most dominant hitters. He topped MLB with 58 home runs and 144 RBIs while posting a phenomenal .322/.458/.701 slash line. Judge also showed improved plate discipline, reduced strikeouts, and remained healthy through 704 plate appearances. Along the way, he scored 122 runs and even chipped in 10 stolen bases. While Juan Soto's presence in the Yankees lineup provided some support, Judge's production should remain elite even without him in 2025. At 32 years old, durability is a minor concern, but the Yankees have effectively managed his workload by balancing his time between the outfield and designated hitter. Leading the league with an 11.2 WAR, Judge is a lock to dominate four of the five offensive categories in standard 5x5 leagues, making him a no-doubt top-three pick in drafts.
Kelly Kirby - FantasyPros | Yordan Alvarez set a career-high by playing in 147 games this season. He showcased his power with 35 home runs, complemented by 88 runs scored, 86 RBIs, and a career-best six stolen bases. Alvarez posted an impressive .308/.392/.567 slash line, ranking within the Top 7 across several key offensive categories in all of baseball. While his walk rate dipped from 13.9% to 10.9%, his strikeout rate also improved, reflecting a continued ability to make selective, quality swings. Although stolen bases won't be a significant part of his game, Alvarez remains a reliable contributor in four key categories, cementing his status as a strong first-round option heading into 2025.
Kelly Kirby - FantasyPros |
