Fantasy Baseball Player Notes

James Wood joined the Nationals in July 2024 and appeared in 79 games, delivering a performance that had its ups and downs. However, he showed clear progress as the season progressed, particularly in August and September. Wood finished the year with nine home runs, 14 stolen bases, 43 runs scored, and 41 RBIs while posting a respectable .264/.354/.427 slash line. Projected to be an everyday player for Washington next season, Wood has the potential to deliver a strong 20/20 campaign. His impressive Triple-A stats and Rookie of the Year upside will make him a coveted pick in drafts, likely pushing his ADP to around the fifth round.

Dylan Crews got his first taste of the majors and wasted no time making an impact-especially on the basepaths. The 22-year-old swiped 12 bases in 31 games while adding three home runs and posting a .218/.288/.353 slash line. If you're targeting Crews in drafts, it's likely for his speed, which could push him toward 25 steals, with some potential for modest power. His overall slash line may not see a drastic improvement, but it should be serviceable. As with others in the "rookies with upside" tier, avoid overpaying, but he offers a baseline OF4 value in 2025.