2025 First Base Preview! Strategy, ADP, Targets, Fades & More! (2/4 Fantasy Baseball Podcast)

Feb 4, 2025

The discussion dives into the first base landscape for the upcoming fantasy season. Key players like Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Bryce Harper, and Matt Olson are evaluated for their potential rebounds and solid drafting strategies. There's insight into emerging talents like Spencer Steer and Cody Bellinger's chance for a breakout with the Yankees. The hosts also explore sleeper picks and the impact of offseason trades on players like Josh Naylor and Jake Burger. A must-listen for anyone looking to draft effectively at first base!

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Navigating First Base: Strategies for 2025 Fantasy Baseball

01:35 • 11min

Exploring Average Draft Positions for First Base

12:42 • 2min

Evaluating First Basemen for Fantasy Success

14:57 • 19min

Analyzing Player Impact: Home Runs and ADP Insights

33:55 • 5min

Evaluating RBI Potential and Batting Averages

39:10 • 1min

Fantasy Baseball First Basemen Analysis

40:32 • 24min

Deep Sleeper Prospects for Fantasy Baseball

01:04:23 • 7min

Breakout Candidates for First Base

01:11:10 • 7min

First Base Fantasy Insights

01:18:15 • 16min

First base was disappointing last season but still feels like a solid position (2:30)? ... What is our strategy at first base (9:24)? ... Let's get into first base ADP, starting with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (15:45). ... Bryce Harper seems reliable in the second round (20:31). ... Can Freddie Freeman bounce back (22:47)? ... Buy the dip on Matt Olson (26:10)? ... Pete Alonso remains a free agent (29:39). ... Josh Naylor was traded over to the Dbacks this offseason (37:37). ... Christian Walker signed with the Astros (43:23). ... Spencer Steer is walking a tightrope (47:30). ... Can Cody Bellinger break back out with the Yankees (51:08)? ... What to expect from Triston Casas (54:41)? ... Vinnie Pasquantino seems like a high floor option (58:21). ... Jake Burger was traded to the Rangers this offseason (1:01:20). ... We have sleepers, breakouts and busts at first base (1:04:58)! ... We wrap up with the rest of first base ADP (1:19:18).

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